How to Expand Your Job Search? NETWORK!

We all know that job searching can feel like an endless cycle of applications, waiting, and the dreaded rejections. So, here’s a tip that can totally change the game: networking. ​And I don’t mean ...

6 Key Steps to Mastering Any Interview

Interviews have a way of making us sweat - whether it’s the dread of the unknown, that waiting room awkwardness, or the stammering nerves that hit when you least expect it. BUT with solid preparat...

Celebrating, Learning, Growing – October Was Epic at VANRATH! (Newsletter)

What a month it’s been at VANRATH! October at VANRATH? Let’s just say if there was a trophy for ‘Most Events Packed Into One Month’, we’d be hoisting it high. We tackled everything from swanky awar...

Stop Searching for the “One True Passion” – Here’s What Really Matters!

​We’ve all heard it: "Find a job you love, and you’ll never work a day in your life." The whole idea of discovering your passion and turning it into a career can feel a bit overwhelming. However, w...

7 Simple Ways to Build Resilience and Bounce Back from Career Setbacks!

Careers rarely go in a straight line. If they did, it would be a lot more like a conveyor belt and a lot less like a roller coaster.Life loves a curveball, and sometimes it feels like you’ve been...

Crafting an Impactful CV: An Honest Guide to What Recruiters Look For

​Writing a CV has to be up there as one of the most tedious tasks we can do when job searching. You're trying to summarise your entire professional life into a couple of pages without sounding like...

Are you happy in your career?

CAREER HAPPINESS First things first, no job will always be sunshine and rainbows, although wouldn’t that be nice… However, when considering career options, happiness at work is a crucial factor for...

​A Night to Remember at the Belfast Chamber Business Awards 2024!

What a fantastic evening it was!​ Last Friday, the VANRATH and Custom House Belfast teams swapped our desks for glitz and glamour as we headed to Titanic Belfast for the Belfast Chamber Busine...

Women in STEM Summit 2024

​VANRATH were proud to be sponsoring the Women in STEM Summit (powered by Digital DNA) which took place last night at Titanic Belfast! 👷‍♀️Matthew Eversand Barbara McKiernanspent the day chatting w...

Want to Succeed in a Changing Workplace? Start Here!

Change is the only constant. The ability to adapt quickly and effectively to new circumstances is no longer just a valuable skill, but a necessity for survival and success. ​Embrace a Growth Mindse...

What’s the Secret to Successful EDI? Our Ops Manager Shares Her Insights!

​EDI will always be an important topic of conversation within the workplace.  Our Operations Manager, Emma Wilson, attended 2024's Diversity Mark Summit which is an event that takes place bringing ...

How to Avoid Being Ghosted by Employers – And What to Do if It Happens

​Ghosting in the job market – when a potential employer suddenly stops responding – can be incredibly frustrating for candidates. You've gone for the interview that you thought went incredibly well...

Tech for the Future!

​We love (and are terrified of) "Pepper the Robot". 🤖Jennifer Curran and Chris Haddock had a fantastic time yesterday evening speaking with various bright students at South West College Dungannon C...

Everyone Talks, But Not Everyone Communicates – Learn the Difference!

Are you just starting out in your career? Or are you aiming for that next big promotion? Mastering the art of communication can set you apart from the competition and get you that bit closer towa...

Forget IQ! This Surprising Trait is What Sets Top Performers Apart in the Workplace

Emotional intelligence significantly impacts how employees interact, handle stress, and perform their duties. As organisations increasingly recognise its importance, understanding and developing,...

Effective Goal Setting Strategies for Professionals

​Find what motivates youEveryone is motivated by different things. Some may find the immediate satisfaction of short-term goals most energising, while others might be driven by the challenge and vi...

What to do if you didn’t get the A-Level results you wanted

​Didn’t ace your A-Levels? Don’t panic! Do this… It's A-Level results day! Some of you will be celebrating, but some of you may be feeling a little low and lost - which is totally normal if results...

Less Stress, More Success: How employers can help employees handle stress

​Encourage open communicationCreating a culture of open communication is the first step in helping employees manage stress. Encourage your team to speak up about their workload, challenges, and con...

4 Steps For a Successful Mentorship Relationship

​For Mentors1: Set ExpectationsClearly define what you can offer as a mentor and establish boundaries. Discuss the goals, frequency of meetings, and preferred communication methods with your mentee...

How to Be a Better Leader

​What attributes in a leader are essential in shaping a POSITIVE and PRODUCTIVE work environment?​We believe there's FOUR key qualities to being a great leader.​1: Charismatic and Motivating - 27% ...