How do you know when you have made it in Business?

In the world of business, success is often measured by financial achievements and professional accomplishments. However, true success in business goes beyond numbers and titles. It is about making a meaningful impact, creating a positive influence, and leaving a lasting legacy. As an experienced recruiter, I have seen many individuals climb the corporate ladder and…

The many Territories of an Irish Sales Rep, from the Wee 6 to the Dublin Split

The territory you cover as a Sales Rep in Ireland can have a huge impact on your ability to hit your target and the quality of your life.   It is a constant in Ireland that all roads lead to Dublin, and this is no more so than in Sales. With such a large population…

What 15 Years of Sales Recruitment has taught me about Salespeople

As a recruiter with 15 years of experience in the sales recruitment sector, I have learnt a tremendous amount about what makes a great salesperson.   I have meet with, interviewed, placed, and built long standing friendships with Salespeople who have sold in every industry imaginable. And it is fair to say that I have…

Work Life Balance is a Fallacy: If you love your Job, you never work a Day in your Life.

We’ve all heard this phrase before: “If you love your job, you never work a day in your life.” But is it true?   At first glance, it appears to be an idealistic perspective of working life. After all, who wouldn’t want to love their job? However, upon further examination, this phrase reveals a more…

The three-martini lunch is making a comeback!

The three-martini lunch is making a comeback! It seems to me Lunch is no longer just about grabbing a quick bite at your desk. Instead, it’s going back to what it uses to be, a great opportunity for business development.   The traditional three-martini lunch involved people gathering for a business meeting, often in a…

Has Covid given the final death nail to suits for business attire?

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a lasting effect on the way we work. As companies around the world have adopted remote working, the business attire we were once accustomed to has changed drastically. The days of wearing a suit and tie to the office are slowly fading away, with more employers and employees favouring more…

ISS Ltd – The Recruitment Agency which specializes in placing Sales & Nursing Staff in Medical Sales & Support roles.

At Independent Search Solutions Ltd we work with a range of Medical Device, Medical Equipment and Pharmaceutical Firms to find Sales Rep’s, Clinical Support Staff and a range of other customer-facing roles. For some time I have been working with these companies convincing them that there is a wealth of great talent out there who want to…

The power of Sport and Recruitment

There is a reason that we all see Charity Runs and other Sporting Posts on LinkedIn on a regular basis, the Link between Sport and Business is undeniable, but has its links to Recruitment ever been fully understood?   If you want to measure how important your Sporting background is too you in getting a…