Dr Phil Kieran gives tips ahead of National Stress Awareness Day

Stress affects people in different ways, both physically and emotionally, and to varying degrees. Research shows that stress can sometimes be positive by making us more alert and helping us perform better in certain situations. However, over a prolonged period of time, stress can take its toll.   It seems our lives today are constant…

Cork apprentice Elaine Sheahan brings ‘Apprentice of the Year’ Auctioneering award home to Cork

Elaine Sheahan, Auctioneering and Property Services apprentice at Yugo Ireland, has received a national award at the Generation Apprenticeship ‘Apprentice of the Year’ awards 2024, held recently in Dublin’s Round Room at the Mansion House. Elaine Sheahan is one of 17 finalists who took home a prestigious industry award at the spectacular awards ceremony that…

Alicja Sweeney: Unveiling the Art of Personal Branding Photography

The Little Island Business Association is delighted to welcome Alicja Sweeney to our community. Based in Midleton, Co. Cork, Alicja brings a unique passion and expertise to the art of personal branding photography, capturing images that are true reflections of her clients’ personalities and professional identities. We interviewed Alicja to learn more about her approach…

Calling businesses in the retail and hospitality sectors – register NOW for the €4,000 Power Up grant

The Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke, has announced the opening of the Power Up grant, through an online portal accessible via the department’s website. Speaking about the Power Up grant, Minister Peter Burke said: “I am very aware of the struggles that businesses in the hospitality and retail sectors continue to face.…

Enhancing Workplace Safety with IOSH Managing Safely Training by EHS International

In today’s dynamic work environment, prioritising safety is essential to fostering a culture where employees can perform confidently and securely. EHS International, a leader in environmental, health, and safety training, is addressing this need with its IOSH Managing Safely course, designed to empower managers and supervisors across all sectors to lead safely and responsibly. The…

Cork needs more weekends like this” – Record Crowds Fuel Busiest Guinness Cork Jazz Festival Weekend

The Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has once again been a phenomenal success, with businesses reporting a 12% increase in sales compared to last year.  The headline performances may be over for another year but the festival continues today with the Guinness Music Trail in 72 pubs across the city, Douglas and Kinsale. The festival, which…

Financial Horrors to Avoid This Halloween Season

As the leaves fall and Halloween approaches, financial pitfalls can be just as terrifying as any ghost or ghoul. Here’s how to avoid the top financial horrors that could haunt your business this season:    The Monster of Poor Cash Flow Management  Keep your cash flow healthy by regularly reviewing your statements and forecasts. Implement…