{"id":7839,"date":"2026-04-20T12:31:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T12:31:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/?p=7839"},"modified":"2026-04-20T12:33:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T12:33:32","slug":"expert-career-coaching-at-jobs-expo-dublin-meet-the-professionals-supporting-your-job-search","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/expert-career-coaching-at-jobs-expo-dublin-meet-the-professionals-supporting-your-job-search\/","title":{"rendered":"Expert Career Coaching at Jobs Expo Dublin: Meet the Professionals Supporting Your Job Search"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"329\">Jobs Expo is returning to Dublin in 2026! Jobs Expo Dublin will take place in the RDS on Saturday, 25th April (10am-4pm). This careers fair is proudly sponsored by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/\">Recruit.ie<\/a> and features hundreds of active job opportunities. Jobs Expo is the only careers exhibition of its type to feature FREE ADMISSION.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"329\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/events.jobsexpo.ie\/jobs-expo-dublin\/new-visitor\">Register here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"329\">As well as being Ireland&#8217;s largest recruitment fair, Jobs Expo Dublin is a full career development event designed to help jobseekers improve their employability, sharpen their CVs, and gain clarity on their career direction.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"331\" data-end=\"669\">A key feature of the event is the Career Coaching Zone, where attendees can access one-to-one support from experienced career coaches, mentors, and industry professionals. Whether you are changing careers, re-entering the workforce, or aiming for progression, these experts offer practical, tailored guidance to help you move forward.<\/p>\n<h6 data-section-id=\"qo6eoc\" data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"719\">Why Career Coaching at Jobs Expo Matters<\/h6>\n<p data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"940\">In today\u2019s competitive job market, applying for roles alone is often not enough. Many candidates struggle not because of a lack of ability, but because of unclear CVs, weak positioning, or limited interview preparation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"989\">The career coaches at Jobs Expo Dublin provide:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1157\">\n<li data-section-id=\"mjlzpz\" data-start=\"990\" data-end=\"1018\">Personalised CV feedback<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1ykv2rq\" data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1049\">Job search strategy advice<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"10rek6m\" data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1084\">Interview preparation guidance<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"kttndi\" data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1126\">Career direction and planning support<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1wg9rgq\" data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1157\">Industry-specific insights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1276\">This direct, face-to-face support can make a measurable difference in how candidates present themselves to employers.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1276\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/events.jobsexpo.ie\/jobs-expo-dublin\/new-visitor\">Register here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1281\" \/>\n<h5 data-section-id=\"1qle558\" data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1329\">Meet the Career Coaches at Jobs Expo Dublin<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6 data-section-id=\"1pqvoz3\" data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1363\">Dan Potts \u2013 The Career Coach<\/h6>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6165\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"577\" height=\"577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Dan-Potts-1536x1536-1-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1622\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobsexpo.ie\/speaker\/dan-potts\/\">Dan Potts<\/a> brings a practical, results-focused approach to career coaching. Known for helping candidates refine their job search strategy, he supports individuals in identifying strengths, improving application quality, and building confidence for interviews.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1627\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"612kr0\" data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1692\">Daragh Knox \u2013 Knox Business and Career Coaching &amp; Mentoring<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6251\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Daragh-Knox-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"565\" height=\"318\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Daragh-Knox-1.png 602w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Daragh-Knox-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Daragh-Knox-1-600x338.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 565px) 100vw, 565px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1961\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobsexpo.ie\/speaker\/daragh-knox\/\">Daragh Knox<\/a> specialises in business and career mentoring, working with professionals at various stages of their careers. His coaching focuses on clarity, direction, and strategic career progression, particularly for those navigating transitions or leadership pathways.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1966\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1mdb9jy\" data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1995\">Joel Dupont \u2013 Guidewire<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6246\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Joel-Dupont-1-1536x1240-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"494\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Joel-Dupont-1-1536x1240-1.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Joel-Dupont-1-1536x1240-1-300x242.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Joel-Dupont-1-1536x1240-1-1024x827.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Joel-Dupont-1-1536x1240-1-768x620.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Joel-Dupont-1-1536x1240-1-600x484.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 494px) 100vw, 494px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"2277\">With experience in the technology sector, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobsexpo.ie\/speaker\/joel-dupont\/\">Joel Dupont<\/a> offers insights into careers in digital and enterprise systems. His guidance is particularly valuable for candidates interested in IT, software, and tech-driven roles, helping them understand industry expectations and pathways.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2279\" data-end=\"2282\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"12cstl9\" data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2323\">Melissa Roa \u2013 Coaching Close To You<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.28.47.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"487\" height=\"520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.28.47.png 738w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.28.47-281x300.png 281w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.28.47-600x641.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 487px) 100vw, 487px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2564\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobsexpo.ie\/speaker\/melissa-roa\/\">Melissa Roa<\/a> provides personalised coaching designed to support individuals in building confidence and improving employability. Her approach focuses on mindset, clarity, and practical steps to help candidates take action in their job search.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2566\" data-end=\"2569\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"4grtsv\" data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2615\">Silvia Caroline Galupo \u2013 ThriveUp Career<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-7843\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.26.53.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"511\" height=\"547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.26.53.png 744w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.26.53-280x300.png 280w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-13.26.53-600x642.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 511px) 100vw, 511px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2843\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jobsexpo.ie\/speaker\/silvia-caroline\/\">Silvia Caroline Galupo<\/a> works with candidates to strengthen career direction and professional branding. Her coaching helps individuals better communicate their skills and align their experience with the roles they are targeting.<\/p>\n<hr data-start=\"2845\" data-end=\"2848\" \/>\n<h3 data-section-id=\"1v13q98\" data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2895\">Luke Treacy \u2013 Business Technology Academy<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6245\" src=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Luke-Photo2-500x500-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Luke-Photo2-500x500-1.png 500w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Luke-Photo2-500x500-1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Luke-Photo2-500x500-1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Luke-Photo2-500x500-1-100x100.png 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"3109\">Luke Treacy focuses on career development within business and technology fields. He supports candidates in understanding evolving industry demands and building the skills needed to progress in competitive sectors.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h6 data-section-id=\"1by3845\" data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3164\">Make the Most of Career Coaching at Jobs Expo<\/h6>\n<p data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3200\">Attendees are encouraged to bring:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3346\">\n<li data-section-id=\"19bcf8n\" data-start=\"3201\" data-end=\"3218\">An updated CV<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"5x605i\" data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3251\">A clear idea of target roles<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1it6j4n\" data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3303\">Questions about career direction or progression<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"8r7c8i\" data-start=\"3304\" data-end=\"3346\">An open mind for feedback and guidance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3348\" data-end=\"3452\">These sessions are designed to be practical, direct, and immediately useful for jobseekers at any stage.<\/p>\n<h6 data-section-id=\"1o8d952\" data-start=\"3459\" data-end=\"3500\">A Key Feature of Jobs Expo Dublin 2026<\/h6>\n<p data-start=\"3502\" data-end=\"3813\">The Career Coaching Zone is one of the most valuable parts of Jobs Expo Dublin, offering personalised support that goes beyond standard recruitment conversations. Combined with live employers, seminars, and sector-specific recruitment zones, it provides a complete career advancement experience in one location.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3839\" data-end=\"4138\">Whether you are actively job hunting or simply exploring your options, the career coaches at Jobs Expo Dublin offer a rare opportunity to gain expert, tailored advice in real time. Their insights can help transform your CV, improve your interview performance, and clarify your long-term career path.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4294\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Jobs Expo Dublin, sponsored by Recruit.ie, continues to connect jobseekers with the tools, people, and opportunities needed to move their careers forward.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4140\" data-end=\"4294\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/events.jobsexpo.ie\/jobs-expo-dublin\/new-visitor\">Register here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jobs Expo is returning to Dublin in 2026! Jobs Expo Dublin will take place in the RDS on Saturday, 25th April (10am-4pm). This careers fair is proudly sponsored by Recruit.ie and features hundreds of active job opportunities. Jobs Expo is the only careers exhibition of its type to feature FREE ADMISSION. Register here. As well &hellip;<\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more\"> <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.recruit.ie\/careers\/expert-career-coaching-at-jobs-expo-dublin-meet-the-professionals-supporting-your-job-search\/\"> <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Expert Career Coaching at Jobs Expo Dublin: Meet the Professionals Supporting Your Job Search<\/span> Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":7846,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"As well as being Ireland's largest recruitment fair, Jobs Expo Dublin is a full career development event designed to help jobseekers improve their employability, sharpen their CVs, and gain clarity on their career direction.\r\n\r\nA key feature of the event is the Career Coaching Zone, where attendees can access one-to-one support from experienced career coaches, mentors, and industry professionals. 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