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In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Pioneer's Mary Connaughton interview Ambassador Mary Ann Glendon, Harvard Law professor emerita and former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. Ambassador Glendon reflects on her formative education, mentors, and how law and faith have shaped her worldview. She discusses her admiration for Western Civilization's intellectual and spiritual heritage—especially Cicero, Edmund Burke, and […]
In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Pioneer’s Mary Connaughton interview Ambassador Mary Ann Glendon, Harvard Law professor emerita and former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. Ambassador Glendon reflects on her formative education, mentors, and how law and faith have shaped her worldview. She discusses her admiration for Western Civilization's intellectual and spiritual heritage—especially Cicero, Edmund Burke, and […]
In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Pioneer’s Mary Connaughton interview Ambassador Mary Ann Glendon, Harvard Law professor emerita and former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. Ambassador Glendon reflects on her formative education, mentors, and how law and faith have shaped her worldview. She discusses her admiration for Western Civilization's intellectual and spiritual heritage—especially Cicero, Edmund Burke, and […]
In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Pioneer's Mary Connaughton interview Ambassador Mary Ann Glendon, Harvard Law professor emerita and former U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. Ambassador Glendon reflects on her formative education, mentors, and how law and faith have shaped her worldview. She discusses her admiration for Western Civilization's intellectual and spiritual heritage—especially Cicero, Edmund Burke, and the harmony of Catholicism with reason. Ambassador Glendon offers insights from her memoir In the Courts of Three Popes, recounting her service under Popes St. John Paul II, Benedict XVI, and Francis. She explores Vatican diplomacy, the Church's governance, the Vatican Bank, and key challenges facing the Church today, including the upcoming papal conclave. In closing, she reads a passage from her book, In the Courts of Three Popes.
Today:BPR hosts a debate on Ballot Question 1, which would grant the state auditor authority to audit the finances and workings of the legislature. Mary Connaughton, director of government transparency and COO at the Pioneer Institute, argues for YES on 1. Jerold Duquette, professor of political science at Central Connecticut State University and co-founder of MassPoliticsProfs.org, argues for NO on 1.
We had our Ballot Question 1 debate with Mary Connaughton from the Pioneer Institute arguing yes, and political science professor Jerold Duquette arguing no.Adam Ezra for Live Music Friday performed and talked about his work raising hundreds for homeless veterans.Gina McCarthy & Johanna Neumann discussed the stakes for this November's election as it relates to climate action.Comedian Jenny Slate talked about her new book called LIFEFORM.
CIPD's Annual report on Ireland's HR Practices offers an in-depth look at the issues and trends shaping the world of work across the country. The 2024 survey captures the experiences and challenges faced by HR professionals in a diverse range of industries, focusing on key areas such as workforce expectations, leadership gaps, and the evolving role of AI in the workplace.In this episode, we're joined by Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland, to discuss the latest findings. Mary will share her insights on how organisations can address growing demands for employee wellbeing, flexible working, and financial support, as well as strategies for closing leadership and skills gaps. We'll also explore the impact of AI on HR practices and discuss practical approaches for SMEs to enhance their HR capabilities without breaking the bank.Would you like to know how HRLocker can help you with your people management in 2024? Click here to get in touch today!
Each year, the CIPD conducts its HR practices in Ireland survey in conjunction with the Kemmy Business School, University of Limerick, to collate annual insights on the challenges and concerns of the people profession in Ireland. The CIPD conducted this survey of members and people professionals in Ireland in November and December 2023 across a wide range of industries, shapes and sizes, and as always, the results have been very interesting. So, to talk to us about this today, who better to join us than Mary Connaughton, Director at CIPD Ireland! About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business. If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR. Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing.
Gillian is joined by Graham Byrne from CPL Recruitment and Mary Connaughton from The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development to discuss the recent surge in scams targeting people looking for jobs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
More than 6 in 10 workers are considering asking for a salary increase in the next 12 months. That's according to new research published this morning. But how should you approach the subject with your employer? We get advice from Mary Connaughton is Director of CIPD, the Professional Body in Ireland for HR.
More than 6 in 10 workers are considering asking for a salary increase in the next 12 months. That's according to new research published this morning. But how should you approach the subject with your employer? We get advice from Mary Connaughton is Director of CIPD, the Professional Body in Ireland for HR.
The annual CIPD–IRN private sector report has recently been released, and captures the changing pay and employment trends as well as the drivers of change in the labour market in Ireland. It's always an interesting and useful piece of research, and this year is no different, with some fantastic insights into the world of work here in Ireland. And to share some of these insights and speak to us today, we're delighted to be joined by Mary Connaughton, Director at CIPD Ireland. About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business. If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR. Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing. Visit us at www.InsightHR.ie.
A new study has found that people who work from home are less likely to get pay rises and promotions – but is that fair? Andrea Gilligan was joined by Mary Connaughton, Director CIPD Ireland, the professional body for HR and other listeners to discuss...
This week on The Learning Curve, guest co-hosts Mariam Memarsadeghi and Mary Connaughton interview Laura Thompson, a New York Times bestseller and the award-winning author of Agatha Christie: A Mysterious Life. Ms. Thompson provides an overview of Agatha Christie’s life and career, gaining insights into her literary contributions and the enduring popularity of her detective […]
This week on The Learning Curve, guest co-hosts Mariam Memarsadeghi and Mary Connaughton interview Laura Thompson, a New York Times bestseller and the award-winning author of Agatha Christie: A Mysterious Life. Ms. Thompson provides an overview of Agatha Christie's life and career, gaining insights into her literary contributions and the enduring popularity of her detective novels. She explores the timeless appeal of Dame Agatha's iconic characters, such as Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, and discusses the influence of her writing on the mystery genre as a whole. They weigh in on the various adaptations of Christie's works into film, television, and theater, shedding light on the fascination with her intricate plots, and her own mysterious disappearance in 1926. Ms. Thompson concludes the interview with a reading from her biography of Agatha Christie.
Selecting the correct health insurance policy can seem like a minefield at the best of times, but with premiums going up across the board this year, it feels especially difficult. Speaking to Cliff Taylor on this week's Inside Business, Dermot Goode of Totalhealthcover.ie explains the reasons behind the increases and points out that consumers are ‘going to have to shop around' if they want to stay within their budget.And why are so many sectors struggling with staff recruitment and retention? Director of CIPD Ireland, Mary Connaughton has some insights as she gives us the latest data from CIPD's ‘HR Practices in Ireland survey 2023'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Selecting the correct health insurance policy can seem like a minefield at the best of times, but with premiums going up across the board this year, it feels especially difficult. Speaking to Cliff Taylor on this week's Inside Business, Dermot Goode of Totalhealthcover.ie explains the reasons behind the increases and points out that consumers are ‘going to have to shop around' if they want to stay within their budget.And why are so many sectors struggling with staff recruitment and retention? Director of CIPD Ireland, Mary Connaughton has some insights as she gives us the latest data from CIPD's ‘HR Practices in Ireland survey 2023'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Last week the Government published its latest AI strategy including investment in talent and the creation of proper regulation but what about companies? What should they do to ensure their staff isn't using AI to write reports, design logos and even interact with customers? The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development wants to set out rules of the road for HR managers to ensure that workers know what is expected of them. Mary Connaughton is the Director of the CIPD and discuss this further with Joe this morning.
Is there a solution to the lack of staff hitting so many sectors? We had a panel in studio to discuss. Joining Pat was Tom Parlon, Construction Industry Federation, Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD and Hotelier
New mandatory reports shine a light on the gender pay gap in organizations across the country. Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland gave her reaction to the findings.
This week on “The Learning Curve,” co-host Gerard Robinson and guest co-host Mary Connaughton talk with Prof. Michael Slater, Emeritus Professor of Victorian Literature at Birkbeck College, University of London, and the world’s foremost expert on Charles Dickens and his works. They discuss some of the main elements of Dickens' brilliant, prolific, and complicated life, […]
This week on “The Learning Curve,” co-host Gerard Robinson and guest co-host Mary Connaughton talk with Prof. Michael Slater, Emeritus Professor of Victorian Literature at Birkbeck College, University of London, and the world's foremost expert on Charles Dickens and his works. They discuss some of the main elements of Dickens' brilliant, prolific, and complicated life, as the 19th century's most... Source
This week on “The Learning Curve,” co-host Gerard Robinson and guest co-host Mary Connaughton talk with Prof. Michael Slater, Emeritus Professor of Victorian Literature at Birkbeck College, University of London, and the world’s foremost expert on Charles Dickens and his works. They discuss some of the main elements of Dickens’ brilliant, prolific, and complicated life, as the 19th century’s most... Source
Marc Benioff, the billionaire CEO behind Salesforce and Slack has laid into new employees hired during the pandemic - warning that they are less productive. Mary Connaughton, Director of the professional body in Ireland for HR CIPD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Marc Benioff, the billionaire CEO behind Salesforce and Slack has laid into new employees hired during the pandemic - warning that they are less productive. Mary Connaughton, Director of the professional body in Ireland for HR CIPD spoke to Newstalk Breakfast with more on this.
Tech Giant Intel has offered voluntary unpaid time off to a large portion of its Irish workforce. Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD, Catherine Murphy, Co-Leader of The Social Democrats and TD for North Kildare, and Jess Kelly, Newstalk's Tech Correspondent joined Pat to discuss.
Employees' rights to request remote working are set to be strengthened following a review of new draft laws. Employers may be given fewer grounds to turn down applications for home working after the Department of Enterprise puts the finishing touches to the proposals. Mary Connaughton is the Director of the professional body in Ireland for HR and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
Employees' rights to request remote working are set to be strengthened following a review of new draft laws. Employers may be given fewer grounds to turn down applications for home working after the Department of Enterprise puts the finishing touches to the proposals. Mary Connaughton is the Director of the professional body in Ireland for HR and spoke to Newstalk Breakfast this morning.
This week on Taking Stock Mandy chat to Award-Winning journalist Marina Hyde about her new book ‘What Just Happened' which reflects on her writings over the last number of years during which time she charts the incredible times in UK history. Government this week published a master plan to overhaul An Board Pleanála – but exactly how does the agency work and who are people making major decisions about the pace of building houses and key infrastructure in Ireland? Mick Clifford of the Irish Examiner joins Mandy to explain all. Staff retention has become a significant issue for lots of employers, putting the workforce in the driving seat for the first time, Mandy chats to Mary Connaughton of CIPD about what's happening and the best approach to take to keep your staff onside.
IBEC says employers should be able to ask for 'proof' to stop the 'potential abuse' of paid leave, for victims of domestic violence. The business lobby group has objected to plans to introduce a specific 5 days of paid leave for those suffering or at risk of abuse in the home. Andrea was joined by Norah Casey, businesswoman, Sarah Benson, CEO of Women's Aid and Mary Connaughton, Director CIPD Ireland, to discuss...
Aaron Rogan, Business Post reporter and Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD joined Anton Savage to discuss Big Tech getting cautious as it predicts economic storm clouds on the horizon.
Today on the HR Room Podcast, we're joined by Mary Connaughton (Director of CIPD Ireland) to talk about the gender pay gap in Ireland and how the Gender Pay Gap Information Act 2021 is helping to tackle this issue. The CIPD is Ireland's professional body for HR and people development. About The HR Room Podcast The HR Room Podcast is a series from Insight HR where we talk to business leaders from around Ireland and share advice on how to create the HR systems and workplace culture that's right for your business. For show notes, go to www.InsightHR.ie/Podcast. If you need any HR support in Ireland, get in touch with us at Insight HR. Whether it's conducting a complex workplace investigation, filling a gap by providing you with a virtual or an onsite HR resource, or providing advice via our HR support line, as an expert HR consultancy in Ireland, we'll help you resolve whatever Human Resources challenge your business is facing. Visit us at www.InsightHR.ie.
It is well known that working from home has it's benefits both financially and environmentally. A new report has taken an in depth look at the extent of these benefits. [audio mp3="https://media.radiocms.net/uploads/2022/05/18173823/LW-PODCAST-WFH.mp3"][/audio] Mary Connaughton and John Evoy joined the Last Word to discuss. Catch the full chat by pressing the Play button on this page.
Gillian chats to Mary Connaughton from CIPD about their new survey with Kemmy Business School at UL and Limerick woman Miriam Magner Flynn from Career Decisions about how you can upskill See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The government is giving the right to ask to Work From Home but what good is that PJ Coogan asks Mary Connaughton of CIPD Ireland See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
The spread of Covid 19 is having a devastating impact on staffing levels across all industries. In the face of such adversity, what can business owners do to keep their operation running smoothly? Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland spoke to Adrian Kennedy
Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland, discusses issues around the delay of the full return to offices until next spring.
The re-trial in America of Molly and Tom Martens is likely to be delayed, we speak with Irish Independent reporter, Ralph Riegel.The Irish Pharmacy Union is proposing a new 'minor ailments pharmacy scheme'. We speak with Dermot Twomey.Returning to the workplace may be problematic for some people, Mary Connaughton from the CIPD has some advice.Clonakilty has made it to the top 5 places to live in Ireland, we talk to Conor Goodman, the chief judge.Joe Heffernan has advice on how to resolve issues without getting angry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
As many staff head back to the office today, it's been revealed that 42% of workers plan on quitting their jobs over the next year, according to a new survey. This is compared with 21% intending to quit pre-pandemic. Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland joined Alison on Tipp Today.
Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland, on the return of the workforce to the office.
This week the Government announced further reopening plans which include a phased return to the workplace from September 20th. Joining Ciaran to discuss the working options for employees and the challenges faced by employers is Cliff Taylor of the Irish Times, Emma Scott, People Partner at PwC Ireland and Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland
This week the Government announced further reopening plans which include a phased return to the workplace from September 20th. Joining Ciaran to discuss the working options for employees and the challenges faced by employers is Cliff Taylor of the Irish Times, Emma Scott, People Partner at PwC Ireland and Mary Connaughton, Director of CIPD Ireland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we heard that overall there was a 43% reduction it absenteeism in 2020, with the figure being even higher in the public sector at 59%. But does this mean that fewer people felt like calling in sick during a pandemic or was it that it’s easier to be sick if you're working from home? Bobby was joined by CIPD Ireland Director, Mary Connaughton to discuss. Listen and subscribe to Down to Business with Bobby Kerr on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Download, listen and subscribe on the Newstalk App. You can also listen to Newstalk live on newstalk.com or on Alexa, by adding the Newstalk skill and asking: 'Alexa, play Newstalk'.