Outplacement Services

Many job seekers struggle when it comes to addressing the whole redundancy issue during interview. It doesn’t have to be this way. It is possible to shape strong answers in advance of interview. It is possible to turn this event into a positive outcome. Preparation is the key to success! Failure to invest time preparing can deliver negative outcomes.

Confidently answering redundancy related questions can help your successful transition to new employment. I have created a short video to help you navigate redundancy related questions. The video offers sample answers for two common questions

a) “why did you leave your previous role?”
b) “what have you been doing since redundancy?”

The key points outlined in the video:

- Expect these questions during interview.
- Prepare answers in advance.
- Keep your answers short and sweet!
- Avoid over-explaining your answers.
- Avoid negativity towards a previous employer.
- Insert a positive spin!

Measurability is a leading Outplacement Consultancy in Ireland, offering bespoke outplacement solutions nationwide. Services include group outplacement, 1-1 outplacement and executive outplacement programmes.

For more information visit Outplacement Service Ireland

Testimonial from an outplacement programme participant ….

“I found the Outplacement Services of Measurability to be excellent throughout every single step. In particular, the guidance and expertise Paul Mullan provided to me. He provided expert advice on my CV, the job hunting process and preparing for interview. I know that if I hadn’t had the sessions with Paul I wouldn’t have landed my new job. With Paul’s knowledge and guidance I feel this difficult period was a lot easier, having been off the job market for almost thirteen years. I found Paul’s knowledge and methods to be very effective and thorough. Paul also has a very human element to his practice, making real life examples to theories with great effectiveness. I would recommend this particular outplacement process to anyone in a similar position, and I already have. Paul is the very reason I have found employment after only three weeks”

Below are 2 short videos examining 2 difficult interview questions

What are your strengths?
Talk me through your CV?

Useful job interview tips and advice from Paul Mullan

VIDEO: How to create an impactful Linkedin Profile (part 1)

VIDEO: How to create an impactful Linkedin Profile (part 2)

Leading career expert Paul Mullan will be presenting a FREE presentation at 6.30pm on 25th March sponsored by the Dublin City Central Library. The topic – “Job Hunting – Creative ways to increase visibility & land more opportunities”. For more information and to book a place email businesslibrary@dublincity.ie.

For those of you who use Linkedin you can also access free tips, advice and discussions in “Measurability Careers & Jobs Club” Group on LinkedIn. 

Happy Job Hunting

Measurability Careers & Jobs Club – Supporting Redundancy

We have launched a new Careers & Jobs Club on Linkedin. Open access to all jobseekers especially those who have been impacted by redundancy. There are many experts online willing to answer questions and support.

To join – Visit – Measurability Careers & Jobs Club

Just finished an Outplacement project in South Dublin for eight staff. The project involved 1-1 coaching and a group workshop. The whole programme went really well and participants were very positive about their prospects of securing new employment. Interestingly one of the participants had landed a job offer and another secured two interviews in the week that passed between completing their CV and doing the job search and interview workshop. Read what the client had to say about the project.

“During our restructuring process, we used Measurability for an Outplacement Programme for staff. Paul Mullan conducted a group workshop, as well as working on them on a one-to-one. The programme was created based on our needs, as opposed to a standard format. The reaction from staff was very positive, as was the reaction they received to their CV when they went into the marketplace. We would highly recommend Paul.” – Operations Director

We have been working across a number of sectors offering Outplacement Services during the 2nd quarter of 2009. Industry sectors included: Transport & Logistics, Pharmaceutical, Public Sector and Construction. All projects went very well and consisted of a mix of 1-1 individual programmes and group workshops.

Read what some of the companies using the services had to say.

“We used Measurability to assist employees going through redundancy to try to give them support and ease their anxiety. The service provided was absolutely top class, and the difference it made to employees was incredible. People’s doubts about preparing for entering the job market were considerably eased, and it made a big difference to the atmosphere in the workplace. All employees concerned raved about how efficient and supportive Paul Mullan was throughout the process, and were very grateful to have been able to have availed of his services. We as a company would not hesitate to use Measurability again” (Keith Clarke – HR Manager – Transport)

” We found Measurability Outplacement Service to be professional and flexible in dealing with our staff during this difficult time.  Course attendees gained confidence in returning to the jobs market. ” (Kate – HR Manager – Pharmaceutical)

Read what employee had to say.

“I found the career workshop very interesting and I learnt alot from it. Paul was very easy to listen to and kept the workshop continuously flowing by adding stories and interacting closely with everyone. I left the workshop feeling more positive and confident about facing into the job hunting process and my future as a whole.” (Marie)

If you would like more information about Outplacement email info@measurability.ie

We have completed a number of successful outplacement projects in April working with leading organisations within Financial Services, Pharmaceutical and Engineering Consultancy sectors. The size of the projects varied with the largest being 25 staff. Bespoke solutions were offered for each client with a blend of detailed 1-1 outplacement programmes and group workshops. Read what some of the participants had to say about the outplacement services ….

“Thanks for your time last Friday, I really enjoyed talking with you and getting your thoughts and opinions in relation to CV presentation and job hunting techniques. Your positive approach to what can be a tough time was refreshing, on my down days (and there are down days!) I’ll use the tips and outputs from our positive conversation to keep focused to strive forward to getting that job!” – AM

“I must say thanks very much for the opportunity to have this coaching session with you. You were so clear and very helpful. My job search got boosted and is getting much better after this session.” JFC

Choosing an outplacement provider is a very important task for organisations. Supporting staff through this difficult time is critical for their benefit and that of your organisation. Ireland has witnessed a surge in redundancy announcements which has only served to complicate the whole selection process further. Not only has there been a surge in demand for outplacement services but also a surge in supply of outplacement services. It is amazing that 12 months ago you would have struggled to find any outplacement firms online yet now Google is littered with outplacement providers.

Why choose Measurability?

Proven Track Record – Measurability has been offering Outplacement & Career services for over 3 years. In this time we have delivered a range of outplacement solutions in workshop and individual programme format. Read what our most recent client said of our service – “We were recommended Measurability as an outplacement service to support recent restructuring. Measurability provided a highly professional service throughout and we received positive feedback from employees who availed of the service. We would highly recommend Measurability for their exceptional support to our organisation and our employees” – (Head of Finance – Consultancy Firm).

Background – Measurability is led by Paul Mullan a leading Outplacement & Career expert in Ireland. His team has a background and qualifications in Recruitment, HR, Training, Occupational Psychology, Coaching or Counselling.

Motivation – Paul and his associates love what they do. They are established business owners in their own right practicing long before the market changed. We offer Outplacement & Career support because we chose to and not because the market forced us to.

If you need more information email paul@measurability.ie

Almost 17,000 more workers joined the register in March, bringing the total figure to 371,000.

These CSO figures show that 20,000 people signed on the Live Register in March bringing the seasonally adjusted total to 372,800 – a record high.

The CSO says that in the year to March, there was an unadjusted increase of 173,279 on the Live Register – up 87.5% – which is also the biggest increase since records began in 1965. The figures also reveal that the unemployment rate rose to 11% last month from 10.4% in February. More men than women joined the Live Register last month, with 13,600 males and 6,000 females signing on.

Mr Cowen’s prediction that total number on the register could reach 450,000 by the end of the year looks a bit conservative now.