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21 Apr 20264 min readB2B Sales

How to Write a B2B Account Plan That Actually Gets Used

Most B2B account plans sit in a folder and collect dust. Here is the framework Irish sales teams actually use to win and retain enterprise accounts.

By Paul Allen

21 Apr 20264 min readTechnology

Irish Businesses Are 18 Months Behind on AI. Here Is What to Do About It.

Irish SMEs are adopting AI tools at roughly half the rate of their UK and US counterparts. The gap is real, the reasons are specific, and the window to catch up is closing.

By Paul Allen

16 Apr 20266 min readB2B Sales

B2B Sales in Ireland: The Complete Resource Hub

Everything DublinRush has published on B2B sales in Ireland, lead generation, pipeline management, cold outreach, sales team structure, and closing. One page, fully linked.

By Paul Allen

16 Apr 20267 min readIrish Business

Coworking Spaces in Dublin: The Honest 2026 Guide

What the coworking spaces in Dublin actually cost, who each one suits, and which ones aren't worth the money. No sponsored listings, no filler, just the honest breakdown.

By Paul Allen

22 Mar 202612 min readAI - Artificial Intelligence

Why Irish Businesses Should Be Using Claude Right Now (And Why Most Won't)

Irish companies are spending €50k+ on consultants for work an AI assistant does in minutes. Here's why Claude is the unfair advantage your competitors don't want you to know about.

By Paul Allen

3 Feb 20267 min read

RTÉ Pay Cap Stands Firm Amid High-Profile Departure

RTÉ director general Kevin Bakhurst's recent confirmation that the broadcaster's pay cap will remain unchanged following the departure of Claire Byrne to

By Paul Allen

3 Feb 20267 min read

Orsted’s €1.4bn Cork Divestment: Irish Infrastructure’s Quiet Pivot

Danish renewable energy giant Orsted has agreed to offload its Irish-headquartered European onshore wind business to Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP)

By Paul Allen

3 Feb 20267 min read

Espionage Goes Digital: Ireland’s Cybersecurity Crossroads

The world of espionage has unmistakably transitioned from shadowy alleyways to server rooms, and Ireland, Europe’s tech darling, finds itself in the crosshairs

By Paul Allen

2 Feb 20267 min read

Silver’s Rollercoaster: What The Wild Ride Means For Irish Investors And Market Stability

In a market where stability is often the closest thing to certainty, the recent plunge in silver prices, after flirting briefly with peaks above $40 (€33.70)

By Paul Allen

30 Jan 20267 min read

European Growth Steadies Its Grip Despite Global Trade Warnings

The European Union and the smaller euro area have quietly continued their march of modest economic growth through every quarter of 2025, shrugging off the

By Paul Allen

29 Jan 20267 min readIrish Economy

Ireland's 2025 Recession: The Numbers Everyone Kept Talking Around

Two consecutive quarters of GDP contraction and the official response was essentially 'grand, sure'. Here's what the CSO data actually shows, and what it means for Irish businesses planning 2026.

By Paul Allen

29 Jan 20267 min read

Bootstrapping Success in Ireland's PR Landscape: Rory Godson's Powerscourt

Rory Godson's revelation that Powerscourt, the reputed Irish public relations consultancy, was kickstarted without a cent of outside capital, just a credit

By Paul Allen

27 Jan 20267 min read

Disinformation and Cyber Threats Shadow Ireland's EU Presidency Ambitions

As Ireland stands on the cusp of assuming the rotating presidency of the European Union, it finds itself confronting more than just the usual political

By Paul Allen

26 Jan 20267 min read

Origina's Expansion: A Clear Vote of Confidence in Dublin's Tech Ecosystem

Dublin IT services firm Origina has announced plans to create 350 new jobs at its new headquarters in Sandyford, a development supported by Enterprise

By Paul Allen

26 Jan 20267 min read

O’Leary’s Fox News Campaign: A Dublin Airport Passenger Cap Grabs the US Spotlight

Ryanair’s Michael O’Leary has chosen an unconventional battleground to highlight the Irish Government’s indecision: Fox News, ahead of St Patrick’s Day no

By Paul Allen

23 Jan 20268 min read

Powerscourt Distillery Sale: A Sip for Ireland’s Economy and Investment Climate

The recent announcement that Powerscourt Distillery, nestled on the iconic Powerscourt Estate in County Wicklow, is set to be acquired by the US investment

By Paul Allen

23 Jan 20266 min read

Data Breaches in Ireland: Almost One in Four People's Details Compromised

Nearly one in four Irish consumers have experienced some form of personal data leak, a figure recently estimated by Eir that casts a long shadow over

By Paul Allen

22 Jan 20268 min read

Liquidators appointed to Athlone investment firm: What it means for Ireland’s financial services landscape

The recent appointment of provisional liquidators to an investment firm based in Athlone, following an application by the Central Bank of Ireland, deserves

By Paul Allen

21 Jan 20267 min read

Ryanair’s Comac Bet: An Irish Perspective On Shifting Aircraft Supply Chains

Michael O’Leary, Ryanair’s ever-outspoken CEO, has pitched a rare vote of confidence in China’s state-owned aircraft manufacturer, Comac. He expressed hope

By Paul Allen

20 Jan 20266 min readIrish Economy

IKEA Ireland Lost 70% of Its Profits in One Year. Here's What That Actually Means.

€6.91 million pre-tax profit on revenues that should be generating multiples of that. IKEA Ireland's 2024 accounts are a useful window into what's quietly happening to consumer spending in this country.

By Paul Allen

16 Jan 20267 min

TikTok and LinkedIn Under the Spotlight: Irish Media Regulator Investigates Anonymous Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse Material

1 Dec 20258 min

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How to Write a B2B Account Plan That Actually Gets Used

Irish Businesses Are 18 Months Behind on AI. Here Is What to Do About It.

B2B Sales in Ireland: The Complete Resource Hub

Coworking Spaces in Dublin: The Honest 2026 Guide

Why Irish Businesses Should Be Using Claude Right Now (And Why Most Won't)

RTÉ Pay Cap Stands Firm Amid High-Profile Departure

Orsted’s €1.4bn Cork Divestment: Irish Infrastructure’s Quiet Pivot

Espionage Goes Digital: Ireland’s Cybersecurity Crossroads

Silver’s Rollercoaster: What The Wild Ride Means For Irish Investors And Market Stability

European Growth Steadies Its Grip Despite Global Trade Warnings

Ireland's 2025 Recession: The Numbers Everyone Kept Talking Around

Bootstrapping Success in Ireland's PR Landscape: Rory Godson's Powerscourt

Disinformation and Cyber Threats Shadow Ireland's EU Presidency Ambitions

Origina's Expansion: A Clear Vote of Confidence in Dublin's Tech Ecosystem

O’Leary’s Fox News Campaign: A Dublin Airport Passenger Cap Grabs the US Spotlight

Powerscourt Distillery Sale: A Sip for Ireland’s Economy and Investment Climate

Data Breaches in Ireland: Almost One in Four People's Details Compromised

Liquidators appointed to Athlone investment firm: What it means for Ireland’s financial services landscape

Ryanair’s Comac Bet: An Irish Perspective On Shifting Aircraft Supply Chains

IKEA Ireland Lost 70% of Its Profits in One Year. Here's What That Actually Means.

Cracking Down on Piracy: Fines for Dodgy Box Users and What It Means for Ireland's Tech and Policy Landscape

An Unexpected Asset Transfer: RTÉ Returns €60,000 Painting to Dublin Gallery

The Rise of AI Interviewing and Its Implications for the Irish Labour Market

Stamp Price Hike: More Than Just a Nuisance for Irish Business

The Digital Euro: Ireland’s Take on the New Frontier of Money

Michael O’Leary’s Sharp Words: More Than Just Airline Chatter

Why This Litigation Matters Beyond The Courtroom

When Compliance Lapses Become a Signal: Nutriband’s Irish Subsidiary on Involuntary Strike-Off List

Vodafone’s Roaming Fee Reprieve: A Lesson in Irish Telecom Regulation

Housing Output Stalls in 2026: Ireland’s Development Bottleneck Persists

Christmas Spending Surge: A Mixed Blessing for Irish Economy and Retail

Bunq’s Deposit Rate Hike: A Quiet Shift in Ireland’s Digital Finance Landscape

DAA Leadership Under Siege: What Ireland's Airport Operator Turmoil Means for Business

Heavy Reliance on Foreign Firms: An Irish Economy Walking a Tightrope

Inflation Peaks Again: Ireland’s Economic Sideshow Continues

Irish Christmas Cost Rises: A Canary in the Economic Coal Mine

Elon Musk’s Legal Siege on Ireland’s Media Regulator: More Than Just Courtroom Drama

CRH's S&P 500 Inclusion: More Than Just a Share Price Spike

Irish Authorities Explore Social Media Restrictions Following Australia's Lead

Curragh Racecourse Loan Conversion: A Closer Look at Ireland’s Commercial and Investment Landscape

Government Targets Planning Judicial Reviews to Unclog Ireland’s Infrastructure Pipeline

TikTok and LinkedIn Under the Spotlight: Irish Media Regulator Investigates Anonymous Reporting of Child Sexual Abuse Material

Small Shops in Limerick: A Microcosm of Ireland's Retail Malaise

Rosie Connolly’s Arq Brand Taps Profit in Irish Fashion’s Complex Landscape

Media Consolidation in Regional Ireland: Celtic Media Group Acquires The Tuam Herald

Why Mediahuis’ Gender Pay Figures Matter

Staycity’s European Push: What It Means for Irish Hospitality and Beyond

Ryanair’s Legal Setback: More Than Just a Bump on the Runway for Irish Aviation

Stuart McCaul’s Consolidation Play: What It Means for Ireland’s Software Scene

Your "Async-First" Culture Is Costing You Millions

Stop Fighting Google Ads AI Automation (Why Resistance Is Failing)

An Post CEO Pay Debate: A Window Into Semi-State Sector Challenges

EU’s AI and GDPR Policy Shift: What It Means for Ireland’s Tech Landscape

September Surge in US Exports: What Ireland’s Businesses Need to Know

Wexford Post Office Sale Signals Shifts Beyond A Local Landmark

Government hikes health insurance levy: a subtle squeeze on Irish pockets

Nuclear Energy: An Ireland Ready to Reassess Its Energy Ambitions?

DAA Leadership Stability: Kenny Jacobs’ Stay Signals More Than Just Continuity

Rent Hikes Unveil Ireland's Persistent Housing Dilemma

Digital Boarding Passes: More Than Just a Boarding Gate Fad

What the Price Drop Tells Us About Dublin’s Office Market

The Rise of Data-Driven Growth Marketing, and the Tools Powering It

B2B Content Marketing in Ireland: Stop Publishing and Start Converting

What Is Email Deliverability? Essential Tips for Success

7 Lead Scoring Best Practices for 2025

What Is Lead Scoring and How Does It Work?

8 Cold calling scripts examples You Should Know

How to Handle Sales Objections: Tips for Closing More Deals

What Is Social Selling and How Does It Work

How to Qualify Sales Leads and Boost Conversions

B2B Conversion Rate Optimization That Drives Revenue

Your Guide to International Market Entry Strategies

8 Email Subject Line Best Practices for B2B Success in 2025

Your Competitive Analysis Framework for Market Wins

6 Irish B2B Sales Follow Up Email Templates for 2025

Build a Compliant Sample Email Consent Form

Intercultural Communication in Business A Guide

Top Sales Follow Up Email Template Examples for 2025

10 Process Optimization Strategies for B2B Sales in 2025