March 05 Newsletter

Easter Newsletter

Welcome to Beaumont Consulting's March newsletter. This months newsletter is a great read with some hot tips for those first steps of applying for roles, there's a chance to win some extra cash as well other news and gossip. Read on…

March Temp of the Month

We appreciate and acknowledge outstanding performance from the amazing temps that are currently working for us.

Our March Temp of the Month award goes to Stephen Merrigan. Stephen has temped for both Australian National Credit Union and ING Bank with exceptional feedback. He is reliable, hardworking, always upbeat, learns fast and is happy to go the extra mile! What clinched it for him this month was turning up for work the morning after slicing his right index finger with 4 stitches. As it was a new assignment he didn't want to make a bad impression. And it was a data entry role!! What an absolute trooper!! Way to go Stephen!!

Stephen is pictured here with Kathryn, our Banking and Finance Manager whilst on assignment at ING Bank.

Want to win yourself $20K

We thought you all might like to know that My Career have started a promotion, that gives you guys the opportunity to win $20,000. Here is how it works:

Candidates apply for an advertised position on mycareer.com.au
You opt-in to participate in the competition
An email is sent to confirm your involvement and to explain the competition details
mycareer.com.au tracks all applications from the time of opt-in
Once you are placed in a position you are required to complete a survey telling My Career about your job that puts you in the running to win 20K more. Easy.

We advertise all our positions on My Career (as well as Seek ), so if you see anything that takes your fancy apply online or contact us directly.

New Addition

The Banking and Finance Division continues to expand with the appointment of Cara Stillman who joins us from one of the national mid-tier law firms in the city. With over 6 years of recruiting experience, Cara will be focusing on developing Office Support services within our Banking and Finance division, specialising in both temporary and permanent recruitment. Welcome aboard Cara!

The First Steps to Applying for “that” Role

Responding by telephone

Before you make the call

Make a note of your strengths and accomplishments that match the position – you will be asked!
Have a copy of the advert in front of you – it is amazing how many people call yet don’t remember which position they are applying for or who they are supposed to be asking for.
Ensure you are able to speak freely.
Make yourself as contactable as possible by leaving alternate contact details and don’t forget to make a note of who will be calling you back – you don’t want to look disorganised!

During the call

Use your best ‘telephone voice’ – this is the first step in the interview process and first impressions do count!
Remember the Receptionist – They are the eyes and ears of company and they will certainly let the consultant know if someone is rude to them. Also remember that other people in the company often answer the phone, and it could always be the MD!
If the employer has returned your call, let them know if ‘now is not a good time to talk’ – you don’t want to sound evasive when they ask you questions!
Be prepared to answer questions about your background, educational qualifications and your reasons for wanting to leave your current role. Be honest, and remember - this is your first opportunity to talk about why you should get the job. Sell yourself!
Be honest about what you earn – or give a "ball-park" figure if you don’t feel comfortable revealing your exact salary at this stage.
Ask questions about the role – you never know, but it may not be what you are looking for, so find out as much as possible.

Sending a written application

Phone first! The more you know about the job, the more you will be able to "tailor" your covering application letter. So if the advert gives you an opportunity to call a contact person – do it!
Your covering letter must be original and relevant. Keep it concise and check spelling and grammar – remember that this document could be used to judge your written communication skills.
Summarise your strengths to match the job requirements. Explain why you want the job.
Address it to the right person.
Don’t forget to include your resume – but make sure it is up to date first!

A Quick Note About Email Etiquette

There is a tendency for email messages to be considered informal, often with little regard to spelling, grammar and formatting. Do not make this mistake! Either send out the email message as a proper application letter including the date, contact name and email address, or write it in a separate document and attach it to the message, explaining briefly in the email that a formal letter of application is attached.

Be aware of your return email address, particularly those like Yahoo! or Hotmail. What may be considered a funny address using nicknames, jokes or swear words would be very inappropriate and unprofessional if you use it to send a resume and job application.

Good Luck!!

We are moving offices!

All good things take time, so in saying that, our office move which was to coincide with Easter has now been pushed back to the 22nd April. Here are the new details for you, and of course we will keep you informed closer to the time as well:

Level 6, 50 Margaret Street
Sydney NSW 2000

All the Easter Jokes you could hope to hare!!!

Why does the Easter bunny have a shiny nose? His powder puff is on the wrong end.
Is it true that bunnies have good eyesight? Well you never see a bunny wearing glasses, do you?
What is the difference between a crazy bunny and a counterfeit banknote? One is bad money and the other is a mad bunny!
Why did the Easter egg hide? He was a little chicken!
Why did a fellow rabbit say that the Easter Bunny was self-centered? Because he was eggo-centric!
Why is a bunny the luckiest animal in the world? It has four rabbits' feet
What do you get when you cross a bunny with an onion? A bunion
What did the bunny want to do when he grew up? Join the Hare Force.
What do you call a bunny with a large brain? Egghead!
What does a bunny use when it goes swimming? A hare-net.
How do you make a rabbit stew? Make it wait for three hours!
What did the grey rabbit say to the blue rabbit? Cheer up!
What do you get when you pour hot water down a rabbit hole? A hot cross bunny.
How do you post a bunny? Hare mail.
How does the Easter Bunny say Happy Easter? Hoppy Easter.

Timesheets are Online

Did you know you can fill out your timesheets online? For those you of you currently temping with us, or those who may in the future, all you have to do is log on to our website and go to jobseekers and submit timesheet.

All very simple and saves the trees too.

Why Not Have Your Say!

We like to encourage feedback on our newsletter as well as your views on Beaumont Consulting’s services. It is your opinion that shapes the future services we offer so please feel free to email your ideas and opinions to Debbie. Your comments and questions are always welcome whether it be about our site or this newsletter.

Recommend a Friend and Earn $100!!

We have met some fantastic people due to you all recommending your friends, so we have decided to continue the recommend a friend offer.

Take the opportunity to earn an extra $100 (paid in vouchers from a store of your choice) by referring a family member or friend to Beaumont Consulting. If the recommended person is placed in a permanent role or a temporary role for two weeks or more, we’ll send you a $100 voucher to say thanks!

Remember, you can refer as many people as you like.

Quote of the Month

Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, champagne in one hand - strawberries in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming WOO HOO - What a Ride!"

This months quote came from one of our lovely clients, who clearly lives by this theory….. (you know who you are Anne!)

And Finally...

Don't forget to have a look at this weeks vacancies.

We hope you have a great Easter, thank you and keep in touch