January 05 Newsletter

Welcome to Beaumont Consulting's first newsletter of 2005. January’s newsletter hopes to provide you with tips for preparing for your interview as well other news and gossip. Read on…

January Temp of the Month

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

Our January Temp of the Month award goes to Phil Illingworth who is currently working at iLeo. Phil has been excellent, and the feedback from both clients he has worked for, has been exemplary. He hasn't taken a day off, has a great attitude as has proved to be adaptable and willing to do other duties outside the assignment. Phil receives a $100 voucher of his choice. Well done Phil.

Neil Hanson, our Call Centre Consultant, is pictured here presenting Phil with his certificate.

Introducing Fiona and Selwyn

We have doubled in size since this time last year and January saw two new superstar consultants join the Beaumont Team. Fiona De Stefanis joins us as our new Office Support / Call Centre consultant and Selwyn Smith joins the Financial Services team. Have a look on The Team to find out more about Fiona and Selwyn, as well as the rest of the team, as I’m sure some of you will be speaking to them soon.

10 Tips for Preparing for your Interview

January is typically the time of year when people start to re-assess their lives. It’s a very popular month to reconsider your career and many of you will be getting ready to start the process of finding new employment. Consider these tips when preparing for your interviews:

1. Read the job description thoroughly and prepare a list of questions to ask about the role at interview.
2. Note the key skills and abilities the company is looking for. Think about what experience and qualities you have that you can demonstrate at interview.
3. Consider what questions may be asked and prepare some answers. Many interviewers will use behavioral interviewing techniques so prepare to discuss some real life examples of what you have achieved in your previous roles.
4. Research the company by reading through their website, or by searching the internet for related articles.
5. Ask your friends and colleagues what they know about the company, especially anyone who has worked there previously.
6. Ask your consultant about the company. What previous experience have they had with that company and what can you expect in the interview.
7. Take quality copies of your resume, written references, skill test results, qualifications and certificates in a clean professional folder. Also take some blank paper so you can take notes.
8. Know where the company is located and plan how you will get there, making sure you allow plenty of time.
9. Remember that first impressions count, what are you planning on wearing? Do you look the part?
10. Finally be confident, be yourself, and don’t forget your winning smile.

Joke of the Month

Reaching the end of a job interview, the Human Resources Person asked the young MBA fresh out of MIT, "And what starting salary were you looking for?"

The candidate said, "In the region of $125,000 a year, depending on the benefits package."

The HR Person said, "Well, what would you say to a package of 5-weeks holiday, 14 paid holidays, full medical and dental, company matching retirement fund to 50% of salary, and a company car leased every 2 years - say, a red Porsche?"

The Engineer sat up straight and said, "Wow!!! Are you kidding?"

And the HR Person said, "Certainly ...but you started it."

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 - http://www.beaumontconsulting.com.au/index.cfm/p/submit_timesheet.

All very simple and saves the trees too.

Why Not Have Your Say!

We really want this newsletter to be an instrumental tool in assisting you with your job search. We do try to go the extra mile and include topics of interest which will hopefully assist you in securing that perfect job!!

However we can't assume to know what it is you require from us so this is your opportunity to get the extra information and tips you feel you need to make you stand out from the rest.

Please email any suggestions and ways to improve this newsletter to Debbie so that it can be more beneficial to you - our VIP candidates!!

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

Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. And today is a gift. That's why it's called 'the present'. (Loretta LaRoche)

And Finally...

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

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