Career Application

All positions available at PROTRADE United are an integral part of the success and smooth operations of the business. Our goal is to put you in a position that keeps you challenged, is fulfilling, has you engaged and helps you achieve your career goals.

Please complete the following application with total honesty. There are no right or wrong answers; we just want to ensure we are a right fit for you, and you for us.

Name Address Email Phone Date Position applied for

Career Application V2.0 Page 1 of 7 PROTRADE United

Our Why/Purpose PROTRADE United exists to provide a united approach and collective knowledge to help you find an even better way to run your business.

Vision We are the leading provider of business services to the trade industry. Incorporating business strategy, financial services, marketing guidance, system/software integration, we reduce the hassles associated with running a trade business.

Core Values Practice what we preach Respect Open communication

Think Team Raise the bar Above the line Deliver results Excellence with less

Career Application V2.0 Page 2 of 7 Work Skills In the table below, please give a personal rating between 1 and 5, of where you think your attitude lies. Just circle the most appropriate number. Attribute Rating Organisation I live life moment by 1...2...3…4...5 I plan every hour of my moment. day. Time Management I never have enough 1...2...3…4...5 I always make time for time to do the things I work, rest and play. have to or want to. Handling Pressure I often feel out of 1...2...3…4...5 I never let anything get control. to me.

Career Attitude I work so I can make 1...2...3…4...5 Money is not the most money to enjoy life important aspect. It is outside work. an extra bonus for the fun and challenge I get from my career. Handling feedback I don’t seek out regular 1...2...3…4...5 I couldn’t work without and possible evaluation and /or regular feedback and confrontation feed-back. I avoid confrontation is an confrontation. opportunity to grow. Attitude to sales I dislike the idea of 1...2...3…4...5 Making sales excites sales and sales people. me. I love the challenge.

Teamwork I prefer to work by 1...2...3…4...5 I work better in a team myself. environment.

Productivity I waste time, 1...2...3…4...5 I make full use of every procrastinate, do the working hour with easy things first. results oriented projects. I take full responsibility Responsibility I blame other people 1...2...3…4...5 for my mistakes. or justify if I make a mistake. Positivity I share your problems 1...2...3…4...5 I only discuss problems and complaints with with people who are other team members, part of the solution, get involved in office and avoid gossip and gossip and I complain small talk about other about the things that people. don’t suit me. Accountability I blame other people 1...2...3…4...5 I am fully accountable for my success or for the results that I failure. produce in my life.

Career Application V2.0 Page 3 of 7 Projects/Tasks These are the projects that happen regularly in the business. Depending on your role/position you will need a general understanding of some of the following. Please identify your honest likes and dislikes in all of the following areas. Again, there I no right or wrong answers

Activity Love it Ok Dislike Comments it Following systems

Making phone calls to people you don’t know Making calls to people you do know Returning phone messages

Handling customer complaints on the phone Handling customer complaints in person Meeting people you don’t know

Sales on the phone

Making phone calls to people you don’t know Sales in person

Meeting targets and budgets

Filling out reports

Speaking in front of a group of people Researching new information

Dealing with dollars, accounts, stock take of supplies Cleaning

Shopping/running errands for the office Driving for 45 minutes—1 hour during work hours Wearing smart business clothes and being superbly well presented at all times

Career Application V2.0 Page 4 of 7 A bit about you personally…

Question Answer If you could have any job or career, what would you absolutely love to do? In the next 3-5 years, what career goals do you have?

How much money would you need to live really comfortably? How old do you want to be when you retire from work?

Where would you really like to live?

Where would you like to go on holidays?

What are the important things for you to have in your life on a regular basis? What was the last book you read that you really enjoyed? What was the last movie you watched that you really enjoyed? What kind of music do you like?

What hobbies/interests do you have?

Do you have any other things you would like to tell us about you personally?

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Career Application V2.0 Page 5 of 7 A bit about you professionally…

Question Answer I am happiest when….

My greatest career satisfaction comes when… I am most proud of myself because… What qualifications, abilities, and strong points will help you succeed in this job?

What are your weak points and areas for improvement? I get angry, upset or sad when… My frustrations are…

The thing/things that hinder my progress are… The emotion I find the most difficult to control is: In a group I usually get most involved when… When I meet new people I...

When I am working by myself I… I believe in…

When I think about the future I see myself…

Do you have any other things you would like to tell us about you professionally?

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Career Application V2.0 Page 6 of 7 Career Needs

Are you willing to relocate if required? Yes/ No / Not Applicable

Are you will to travel over night if required?

The final details Do you have the legal right to work for any employer in Australia?

 Yes  No

Would you be willing to arrange reference calls with supervisors you’ve had in the past few years, as a one of the steps prior to a final job offer?

 Yes  No

I certify that answers given in this Career Application Form are true, accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorise investigation into all comments and statements I have made on this Form as it may be necessary for reaching an employment decision. I understand that I may be asked to arrange reference calls with people I’ve worked for.

In the event I am employed, I understand that any false or misleading information I knowingly provided in my Career Application Form or interview(s) may result in discharge and/or legal action.

I understand that if employed by PROTRADE United, I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of PROTRADE United and any special agreements reached between the PROTRADE United and me.

Signed: ______Date: ______

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