Dean was a Data Analyst (Level 6) in the Business Intelligence area of Telstra Mobiles. Dean had been with Telstra for 20 years and started straight from school. Dean was quite relaxed with the change and used his Life & Career Program to stay in a similar role but in a quite different industry.

Dean was supported in putting his resume together, interview skills, applications and had an “Image Review” in preparation for his first interview. One was all it took as Dean landed a role from his first interview, as a Database Specialist for a not for profit organisation, close to home and with hours flexible enough that he could pursue his outside interest in cricket umpiring. The whole process took less than 3 months.

Career Change

Nikki was with Telstra for 14 years, finishing from a role in the bid team (Level 5). On discussing her career, Nikki revealed that the “corporate” world had burnt her out and she was looking for an opportunity to be her own boss. Nikki had a long-held personal interest in interior design and Hudson supported Nikki in her networking and research skills to find out more about this sector.

Nikki managed to find a contract opportunity in a design organisation to increase her contacts in the industry. While still on this contract, Nikki plans to learn as much as possible and meet as many people as possible to continue her progress to a new career in the field of her interest.

New Location

Dana was a Business Analyst with 8 years service with Telstra (Level 5). Dana saw her package as an opportunity to take stock of her career and also provide some travel spending money! After a few weeks break, Dana reviewed her Career Drivers and Values and determined that she would like to move to a regional area. Dana was supported in researching businesses in her ideal location and methods to network in a new area. Dana also required coaching in addressing selection criteria for her application and in presenting to a panel interview.

Not including her holiday time, Dana required only two months to secure a new Analyst role in her preferred location in Far North Queensland.

Semi-Retirement/Consulting

Greg had 27 years service with Telstra (Level 4) and on taking his package he reviewed his life goals and determined that he was not yet ready for full retirement. Greg selected a semi-retirement option but also worked with his Adviser to discuss contracting and consulting options to leverage his experience in the engineering sector.

Greg really enjoyed the “self assessment” components and he took his time working through the program to ensure he was aware of his strengths and marketable skills. Greg was also coached through the transition from full time to part time work to ensure his relationships and outside interests are well cultivated. Greg is now consulting about 2 weeks per month and developing his carpentry skills.

Further information is available on the Telstra intranet at Leaving Telstra. An introduction to these services is also provided online: http://lifeandcareer.hudson.com If you require assistance, please phone Alastair Ingham or Karina Spicer at Hudson on 1800 633 303 or email: lifeandcareer@hudson.com