Author Archives : ISLUK

    • Is it worth getting project management certification?

      May 9, 2012 ISLUK | Leave a comment

      Many project managers get their positions without the need for a professional certification in the field but will a PMP or Prince2 qualification improve your project management job prospects? Will it make you more employable? Will you be able to demand a higher salary? There is no doubt that sitting a course and gaining the relevant project management certification will actually improve you as a project manager (the amount obviously …

    • Is the future of recruitment without CVs?

      Mar 22, 2012 ISLUK | Leave a comment

      In our January article “Companies now hiring based on attitude not just technical expertise” we looked at why companies are starting to recruit based on personality and not just technical expertise. We saw that candidates with the personality most suited to the company were much more likely to succeed. However accurately judging a candidates character from their CV, covering letter and even interview is notoriously difficult so firms are looking …

    • Bagsys Bridge at Bangor

      Mar 6, 2012 ISLUK | Leave a comment

      Bagsys Bridge in the parade ring at Bangor about to have his first run over fences. Fergal O’Brien Racing is sponsored by ISL who provides the stable staff with outdoor clothing as part of its sponsorship. For more information on Feargal O’Brien racing please visit their website.          

    • Positive feedback in the workplace improves productivity and wellbeing

      Mar 2, 2012 ISLUK | Leave a comment

      In a recent article by Tony Schwartz on the energy project blog entitled “why appreciation matters so much” it was argued that positive feedback in the workplace from managers improved wellbeing and productivity. But is it really that simple? We’ve all worked for different types of employer. The strict boss who makes it clear when you’ve done something wrong and keeps you on your toes, the laissez faire manager who …

    • The secrets to giving a great phone interview

      Feb 24, 2012 ISLUK | Leave a comment

      From your first careers advice meeting at school candidates study the best interview techniques to impress their future employer in the job interview, however little attention is paid to the pre-interview phone call. In this article we look at the best ways to prepare for that phone interview and how to get through the initial screening process on top. Why do we have phone interviews? HR departments will receive receive …

    • Fergal O’Brien trained Bradley wins at Sandown Park

      Feb 20, 2012 ISLUK | Leave a comment

      Fergal O’Brien trained Bradley to win the Royal Artillery Gold Cup at Sandown Park  on Friday 17th February. Fergal O’Brien Racing is sponsored by ISL who provides the stable staff with outdoor clothing as part of its sponsorship.  Our polo shirt was prominent as Bradley is led into the winners enclosure. For full results pleas e visit the Sporting life website