Whether it’s talking about mental health, coming out or his experience as a student nurse
Rob informs, entertains and engages.
Insight
Having changed his career more often than his underwear Rob has a unique insight in many different things. Accidentally outing himself in his first job, confusing a blue candle for cannabis and hanging up on Piers Morgan are just some of the content in the catalogue of talks Rob gives around Ireland and the UK.
Talk
Rob also encourages others to start talking too! “They say everyone has a book in them and that may be true but if you just sit and listen you find everyone certainly has a story in them and just needs some encouragement and maybe a bit of training to bring it out and make it entertaining.”
#ItsGOODtoTalk
Today I had the pleasure of attending a panel discussion by the National LGBT Helpline called “The Internet. Hero of Villain of our Mental Health.” This is part of
Volunteering
At school I was always told that if I couldn’t get a job I should look at filling my time with volunteering because it looks good on your CV.
LGBT Conference
I spent the weekend in Kilkenny. My purpose was to attend a conference for the National LGBT Helpline. As the coordinator of the Galway branch of the helpline my
SocDems Training Day
Catherine Murphy and the new Social Democrats Local Area Representatives Yesterday was a training day for my role with the Social Democrats. We met at the Maldron in Portlaoise
GAP Go Strictly
Saturday April 15th saw seven couples take the dance floor at the Clayton Hotel, Galway, in a “Strictly Come Dancing” style competition in aid of the Galway Autism Partnership.
Testimonials
I’ve worked with Rob on
I’ve worked with Rob on committees, seen him give talks and host events. He was always been extremely professional and competent in whatever he does. Rob is a very trustworthy and responsible individual. His work is incredibly versatile yet he always delivers to a very high standard.
I’m looking forward to organising
I’m looking forward to organising my first event.
Best Man
I was the best man at my brothers wedding and panicking about having to give my speech. Rob helped my overcome my nerves and put my speech in the right order.
Rob is a great trainer
I learned a lot about myself on the facilitation course. I didn’t expect that and it was a welcome bonus. Rob is a great trainer and made sure everyone understood the point before moving on to the next one.
Training for the Helpline
Rob was one of my trainers and mentors during my training, His methods and techniques were a huge help and benefit to me. His insights and experience was invaluable. He is great at putting people at ease and breaking any tension there may be. I have gone from being nervous while dealing with callers to … Read more "Training for the Helpline"
Great teacher
Rob taught me to crochet at classes in 2014. He is a great teacher – he’s clear and concise and extremely patient. During his classes, no student was left behind and we were all made to feel comfortable with our own skill levels as well as those of the other students. Everyone in the class … Read more "Great teacher"
