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Summer is the perfect time to explore and enjoy the beautiful attractions and activities in and around the Monaghan Area. Whether you're a local resident or visiting the area, there are plenty of exciting things to do that will make your summer unforgettable. In this blog post, we will highlight the top five must-visit places and activities near Monaghan this summer. And don’t forget, if you need a space to work from, whether it’s for a day, a week, or the whole summer Enterprising Monaghan based in Monaghan Town is here to help. Contact us to find out more on email at Info@enterprisingmonaghan.ie or on phone at (047)75255, or book your desk at connectedhubs.ie/hubs/profile/51 Discover the Natural Wonders: Escape the hustle and bustle of the city by exploring the natural wonders near Monaghan. Head to Rossmore Park and immerse yourself in breath-taking landscapes, serene hiking trails, and enjoy a picnic amidst nature. Nature lovers will find endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation. Explore Local Culture and History: Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Monaghan by visiting local museums, galleries, and historical sites. Step back in time at the county museum and learn about the region's heritage. Discover the history of Rossmore Castle or learn about life on the border. Take a stroll through the charming streets lined with historic buildings and indulge in the local cuisine at the Squealing Pig or one of the other many restaurants that showcase the area's unique flavours. Enjoy Outdoor Adventures: For the adventure seekers, Take a trip to Tanagh Adventure Centre which offers a host of thrilling outdoor activities. Embark on a kayaking or canoeing adventure along the Dromore river and witness the beauty of nature up close. Go hiking or try your hand at rock climbing. There's no shortage of adrenaline-pumping experiences to be had in the great outdoors. Attend Local Events and Festivals: Summer is the season of festivals and events, and Monaghan doesn't disappoint. Check out the local event calendar here https://monaghantourism.com/festivals-events/ and plan your visit around concerts, food festivals, art exhibitions, or outdoor markets. These events provide a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, enjoy live entertainment, and savour delicious food and drinks. Conclusion: This summer, make the most of your time in Monaghan by exploring the top five things to do near the area. From embracing nature's wonders to indulging in cultural experiences and exciting outdoor adventures, there's something for everyone. So grab your sunscreen, pack your bags, and get ready to create unforgettable memories this summer in Monaghan.

Job Title : Business Centre Manager Reports To: CEO Location: Carrickmacross and Ballybay Core Hours of Work: 9am – 5:00pm Monday to Friday Primary Purpose: Working with Enterprising Monaghan team, to manage existing tenants and help in fostering new business to grow successfully, with particular emphasis on South Monaghan (Ballybay and Carrickmacross areas). Identify those business that would benefit most from the resources of Enterprising Monaghan and bringing additional income stream to the Ballybay and Carrickmacross sites. To act as a consistent point of contact for all tenants (within our properties at Carrickmacross and Ballybay) and external organisations, funders etc that work with Enterprising Monaghan. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: 1) Effectively manage existing tenants contracts and interactions. 2) Identify potential business and enterprises that would benefit from the expertise and services and resources of Enterprising Monaghan. 3) Grow a sustainable income stream to Enterprising Monaghan from activities in the designated areas. 4) Develop strategies that maximises the utilisation of fixed assets in Ballybay and Carrickmacross, while being mindful of costs. 5) To provide comprehensive feedback to the CEO and Board on all matters relating to the properties and the opportunities within each geographical location. 6) Act as main point of contact between tenants and Enterprising Monaghan 7) Negotiation of lease agreements with new tenants and renegotiation with existing tenants. 8) Onboarding of new tenants and suppliers/contract services, being mindful of creating opportunities for networking inside and outside of the two hubs. 9) Negotiation with suppliers of goods and services both specifically to the properties within Carrickmacross and Ballybay, and also Enterprising Monaghan in general 10) Act as Front of House contact for the properties within Carrickmacross and Ballybay for all 3rd party organisations eg Enterprise Ireland, Local Enterprise Offices, IDA, chambers of Commerce, other Economic Development Organisations etc 11) Organise events and programmes for the benefit of tenants eg Awareness and Best Practice Seminars, Training Programmes etc 12) Be a member of the overall management team of Enterprising Monaghan and will be expected to assist and deputise for colleagues as required 13) Any other duties and tasks commensurate with the role and/or as required by CEO and Board within capabilities. The above list is not exhaustive but aims to provide a broad range of duties and key responsibilities of the post. Salary: A competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience will be offered. Closing date: 5pm Monday 4th September Email applications and queries to Mr David Wright, David Consulting Ltd; E: david@consultwright.com ; T: 086 2557851

The new Monaghan Digi Hub at the M:Tek 1 building in Knockaconny was hailed as a key initiative for the future development of regional economic enterprise in the Border region when it was officially opened by Minister for Rural and Community Development Heather Humphreys on Monday morning last. A project of the Enterprising Monaghan business support agency to generate new remote working opportunities, the facility is the culmination of a three-year process which has seen significant capital investment accessed to evolve the hub facility at the existing M:Tek building. Already up and running, the hub houses four new companies and has provision for another 12-15 hot desk users. Its development has led to a major upgrade in the building’s IT infrastructure, with privacy booths with facilities and equipment for pod casting available to hub users. Northway Mushrooms, the Braincalm institute, Monaghan Alzheimers Association and Moonshine Design are currently in operation at the facility which, as Digi Hub Manager Dora MacElwain proudly outlined to Minister Humphreys when presenting her with an appropriately organic gift, had been designed with an emphasis on biophilic principles, foregrounding connection between its interior spaces and the natural environment through the use of plants, natural…

Industry experienced radio producer and founder of AudioBrand, Patrick Haughey, delivered podcast training to local businesses together with our Level 6 Digital Media students, recently. The training session was hosted by Enterprising Monaghan in Monaghan’s DigiHub Centre as part of DigitalFirstDay 2022. Patrick is an award-winning radio and podcast producer, content editor, and presenter who founded AudioBrand, a podcasting, content and communications agency specialising in next-generation marketing. He has created and currently produces projects including: Mario’s Sunday Roast with Mario Rosenstock, Today FM; All In with AIB, JOE.ie; the Voxpro Studios podcast (presenter); and the Today FM School of Radio and Podcasting (founder/director). Patrick shared his knowledge and expertise with students revealing how businesses can create successful branded podcasts to achieve strategic goals. During the workshop, students learned how to structure and format podcasts including a practical demonstration of industry-standard recording equipment, editing software and popular tools to publish and launch a podcast series. Dora MacElwain, DigiHub Manager at Enterprising Monaghan provided a tour of the facilities available to local businesses and students including recording/podcasting and hotdesking hubs.

Monaghan County Council and Grant Thornton, hosted a gala dinner at Hillgrove Hotel. The event served as a great platform for businesses in Monaghan to convene and commemorate our entrepreneurial skills and business accomplishments. We were thrilled to unveil the Economic Analysis report, which highlights the promising opportunities for creating local employment and launching new projects in Co. Monaghan. Minister Heather Humphries inaugurated the event.

At Enterprising Monaghan we have been working hard to implement new changes in particular to our remote working facilities in Monaghan’s M:TEK I and Carrickmacross C:TEK. Remote working from home isn’t feasible for everyone. Our solution: your office near home but not at home allows you to reduce the need to commute long distances, be near home and have a modern safe office environment that adheres to current Government guidelines in relation to COVID 19. These include : Perspex screen’s Socially distanced desk’s Sanitizer points throughout the building Hot desk rental in Monaghan’s M:TEK & C: TEK includes, as standard: High-speed Wi-Fi. Use of shared kitchen facilities. Close proximity to Monaghan & Carrickmacross. Access to ample on-site parking. Desk rental in Monaghan & Carrickmacross starts from just €10 per day/plus VAT. To find out more about the co-working facilities in Monaghan or at Carrickmacross, contact info@enterprisingmonaghan.ie

Minister Humphreys recently launched the building phase of the new IDA Advanced Technology Building (ATB) at the M:Tek Business Campus in Monaghan Town. This new purpose built 13,000 sq ft facility will be aimed at potential Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) projects which will build Monaghan’s reputation as a key business hub for both agri-food and engineering sectors. Enterprising Monaghan want to congratulate the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation, the IDA and Monaghan County Council for bringing this new state of the art faciality to the county. It will be a great addition to the county’s portfolio of market ready high end business units. The M:Tek building is managed by Enterprising Monaghan which is a social enterprise that has been providing affordable workspace solutions for over 30 years in 5 locations within the county. Enterprising Monaghan works with Monaghan based companies and entrepreneurs, helping them to succeed and grow. For more information visit: www.enterprisiningmonaghan.ie

This course is designed to provide aspiring and current managers with the necessary skills to manage their team effectively. The course will cover a wide range of topics, including leadership, communication, motivation, decision-making, and problem-solving. Participants will learn practical strategies and techniques for building strong teams, fostering employee engagement, and driving performance. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the role of a manager in an organization Develop effective leadership skills to inspire and motivate their team Communicate effectively with team members, colleagues, and stakeholders Manage conflict and build collaborative relationships Develop problem-solving and decision-making skills Understand the importance of employee engagement and its impact on performance Develop strategies to build and manage high-performing teams Apply Now

Fully Funded Training for those working from home or heading a remote or Hybrid Team. Businesses: -Discover our extensive knowledge in introducing a hybrid working pattern for your team, running effective Hybrid meetings and heading a team of Hybrid workers. Remote Employees : Discover the benefits and pitfalls of working from home and how to overcome them, as well as links to employment sites and introductions to agnostic work from home. Next course commencing soon. Queries to : Info@enterprisingmonaghan.ie What will you gain from this course? An understanding of the benefits of remote working for both an employer and an employee. Knowledge on how to make that step towards being a remote employee. Tools to lead in a Hybrid world. how to land that remote job. Policies and Procedures to set up your structure going forward. Aspects of Health and Safety you need to Know. Tips, tricks and guides on how to get the most out of technology while remote working. A range of options and principles to consider when designing and implementing your Hybrid/Remote working policy. An opportunity to come together in small groups and reflect on the learning to date, and also introduce any real-life challenges or opportunities. Also included are one to one mentor services to help you compile your charter, retain your team or get that remote job. This is an Enterprise Ireland Fully Funded Training course. On completion, you will receive a certificate in Remote Success training.

Empowering Success in a virtual world | Remote doesn’t mean Disconnected Hybrid work makes people better at their job. It is time to make a long term plan and empower users to be at their very best going forward. Join our Remote Success training course? What will you gain from this course? An understanding of the benefits of remote working for both an employer and an employee. Knowledge on how to make that step towards being a remote employee. Tools to lead in a Hybrid world. how to land that remote job. Policies and Procedures to set up your structure going forward. Aspects of Health and Safety you need to Know. Tips, tricks and guides on how to get the most out of technology while remote working. A range of options and principles to consider when designing and implementing your Hybrid/Remote working policy. An opportunity to come together in small groups and reflect on the learning to date, and also introduce any real-life challenges or opportunities. This course has been very successful and the next cohort is soon to commence. It is a fully funded training course and is suitable for those working hybrid or totally remote and is developed for employees and managers alike. Queries to Info@ enterprisingmonaghan.ie Register your interest here.

There are 52 million podcasts available in Spotify but 30% only have one or two episodes. Irish people in particular love podcasts and approximately 40% of us are regular users. Our previous podcasting course was a great success Course content includes Why are so many companies starting podcasts? The secret to a great company podcast. What you want to say and what the audience wants to hear. Target audience/Voices/content/Format/structure and much more. If this is something you would be interested in let us know. The next training has not been scheduled but if you feel this is the one for you register below Queries to Info@ enterprisingmonaghan.ie Register your interest here.

Discover all the sites that provide remote work positions and get that campervan on the road! What will you gain from this course? An understanding of the benefits of remote working for both an employer and an employee. Knowledge on how to make that step towards being a remote employee. Tools to lead in a Hybrid world. How to land that remote job. Policies and Procedures to set up your structure going forward. Aspects of Health and Safety you need to know. Tips, tricks and guides on how to get the most out of technology while remote working. A range of options and principles to consider when designing and implementing your Hybrid/Remote working policy. An opportunity to come together in small groups and reflect on the learning to date, and also introduce any real-life challenges or opportunities. Also included are one to one mentor services to help you compile your charter, retain your team or get that remote job. This is an Enterprise Ireland Fully Funded Training course. On completion, you will receive a certificate in Remote Success. Queries to Info@ enterprisingmonaghan.ie Register your interest here.