Career Advice – Campbell Rochford

Making Your Cover Letter Count: Strategies to Ensure an Invitation to Interview

Posted on August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

Making Your Cover Letter Count A well-crafted cover letter can make all the difference when applying for a job, determining whether your application will make it through the shortlisting process and be placed directly in the 'yes' or 'no' pile....Read More

Effective Cover Letter Tips

Posted on August 24, 2023August 24, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

Writing a compelling cover letter is essential to secure an invitation for an interview. It's your opportunity to showcase your skills, experiences, and enthusiasm for the position. Here are some strategies to ensure your cover letter stands out and increases...Read More

Insurance Salaries: Have we jumped the shark?

Posted on May 17, 2023May 18, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

Insurance Salaries: What You Need to Know Insurance is essential to the financial landscape, providing people and businesses with the financial protection and security they need to stay afloat. As such, it’s no surprise that an increasing number of people...Read More

Writing a great CV can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be! 🤔 Follow these tips to make sure your CV stands out from the crowd:

Posted on May 2, 2023May 2, 2023 by Gerard Quinlivan

I've previously written about the keys to writing a great CV for the Insurance sector but I think some of these tips below make it a little more concise and to the point. Keep it short and sweet 📝 Aim...Read More

Feel the Fear and do it anyway! Why changing jobs in the middle of a pandemic might be the best move for your insurance career.

Posted on January 29, 2021September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

Historically, every downturn in the market has been different and the past twelve months have added another layer to that story. It’s been an incredibly tough year for most businesses out there and an especially tough one for anyone working...Read More

Every Day’s A School Day (including Sports Day)

Posted on September 8, 2017September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

Some time ago I was discussing with a client the importance and value of continuous professional learning and development. Not learning for learning's sake but for the development of further knowledge and increasing ones awareness of the things that matter...Read More

Attitude Sells – Why developing the best attitude is always a winner.

Posted on June 28, 2017September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

' If somebody offers you an amazing opportunity but you are not sure you can do it, say yes – then learn how to do it later!' - Richard Branson A number of years ago, I had an interview for a new Sales job...Read More

Success – The Secret is “Giving Up”.

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Gerard Quinlivan

After almost 17 years recruitment experience, I’ve learned that the price of success like most sales jobs is perseverance and persistence. Never giving up until I’ve exhausted all possible options and there are always alternative options. I believe that my...Read More

What’s your greatest weakness? – The Achilles Question.

Posted on March 16, 2017September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

I love to run. In recent years I've discovered the addiction of getting out in the early morning and pounding out the miles. For me it's a form of purification and it also gives me the head space to focus...Read More

Breaking The Wall – Why January is the perfect time to create a “New You”.

Posted on January 6, 2017September 18, 2022 by Gerard Quinlivan

Happy New Year to one and all. But does a New Year automatically mean a "New You"? Or will the 2016 version suffice? Maybe you're happy with your life and career at present and if so, that's fantastic. But maybe,...Read More