‘Unlocking potential’
Career and educational planning
Career and education choices for students, graduates and adults who are changing careers or returning to the workplace or education.
‘The future depends on what you do today’
Mahatma Gandhi
Services
Whether you are planning your career as student, or looking to change direction as an adult, the process is both exciting and daunting. Regardless of what stage you are at in your career journey, you have important decisions to make and lots of aspects of your life to consider as part of that process. I support…..
2nd Level students to choose a direction in senior cycle, to choose subjects and to look at career options after school
3rd Level students and graduates who are considering the next step in their career
Adults returning to work or considering a career change
Parent and guardians who want to support their children actively in their decision-making
2nd Level Students & Parents/Guardians
Are you a 2nd level student or making important decisions about subject choice, exams, courses and career options?
Or a parent/guardian trying to guide your son/daughter through this process?
3rd level Students & Graduates
Are you a college student has made the wrong course choice and would like to explore other courses or options?
Are you a 3rd Level student or graduate planning the next stage of your career journey?
Adults & Professionals
Are you an adult who is looking for a job or considering a career change?
Do you need the space to explore job opportunities and education & training programmes that might suit you?
Do you need help the plan the next stage of your career?
My Approach
We are all unique in terms of talent, ability, skills, attributes, experiences, values, interests, passions and motivations. At My Career Plan I believe in everyone’s ability to realise their potential given the right support, encouragement, insight and guidance. Planning the next step in your career can be exciting but it can also sometimes feel stressful and overwhelming. Whether you want to begin, adapt or re-shape your career plan, my aim is to support you to do this step by step.
While life can be filled with challenges and uncertainty it also provides a multitude of positive opportunities. At My Career Plan I focus on encouraging you to explore all the career options and opportunities that are open to you. My objective is that you can get the clarity and confidence you need in order to focus on making effective career decisions and to plan to take the next step in your career. We look at how past and present experiences influence you and we explore the challenges you feel you need to overcome to start, progress or develop in your career. The different aspects of our lives shape us as individuals. and contribute to our decision-making around our careers. Taking the time and space to explore these in terms of your personal career goals and ambitions enables you to gain clarity and empowers you to design and implement your personal career plan.
At My Career Plan I offer one-to-one consultations which are tailored to meet the individual needs of each person. Working together we can explore the direction you would like to take in your career, identify how best to get there and formulate an action plan to get you started.
If you would like help in planning, developing or changing your career so that you can unlock your professional potential……..
“I would highly recommend anyone with any doubts or questions about career to make an appointment. You won’t regret it.”
— Briana, Killarney
Media Interviews
Delighted to have joined Amy Ní Riada on Morning Ireland to talk about how teachers and students have adapted to the recent changes brought on by COVID-19. (Interview from 0:02:35)
News Talk.
Splanc with Cuán Ó Flatharta on News Talk (Interview from 29:37 - 40:30)
Morning Ireland.
Enjoyed having a quick chat with Áine Lawlor on Morning Ireland about CAO reminders. (Interview at 1:30:33)
Delighted to have joined Claire on ‘Today with Claire Byrne’ to discuss the extra stresses facing this years Leaving Cert students in the run up to the exams.
Speaking to Spin South west with Louise Cantillon as part of the new series 'Spin san Ollscoil'
Radio Kerry
Discussion on Transition Year on Kerry Today with Jerry O Sullivan and Suzanne Connolly, CEO of Barnados.
Radio Kerry.
Joined Jerry O Sullivan on Kerry Today as part of the Rebuilding Kerry panel to discuss options for Leaving Cert students as they consider offers, alternatives, viewing of percentages in calculated grades & appeals.
News Talk Lunchtime.
Newstalk Lunchtime Live - Interview with Andrea Gilligan on CAO Applications
RTE 2fm.
Ag Caint le Bláthnaid Treacy ar Staidéar ar 2fm on Leaving Cert, Career Advice, CAO and Careers le Gaeilge!
Interview with Louise Cantillon on the Spin Ar Scoil podcast on Spin South West where we covered CAO Change of Mind, the varied routes for students after Leaving Cert including study abroad and what to do if you are not happy with your chosen course.
Interview with Claire Byrne on Today with Claire Byrne on RTE.
Discussing helpful tips for teens and parents to get you through the junior and leaving cert exams
News Talk.
Delighted to have joined Leaving Cert student Conor Smith on The Pat Kenny show on Newstalk to discuss Leaving Cert results & options for students.
Radio Kerry.
In Conversation with Jerry O Sullivan on Kerry Today, Radio Kerry,
News Talk.
Discussing proposed changes to college applications in 2022 with Cuán Ó Flatharta on Splanc - March 12th (From 7:07 - 18.25)
Advice for students starting their Leaving Cert Exams.
Interview with Claire Byrne on Today with Claire Byrne on RTÉ Radio 1 discussing CAO 2022 deadlines and options for Leaving Cert students.
Tips on CAO Change of Mind and other options for Leaving Cert Students.