Worked Up! By Able Recruitment
By Kim Loader
Hosted by an Australian insurance recruiter, you'll find practical advice and honest conversations about job searching, interviews, confidence, workplace challenges, career decisions and getting better at the work you do.
Short, useful episodes to help you make sense of working life and start taking action on whatever's got you worked up about work.
Brought to you by Able Recruitment
Getting feedback to level up your career
Episode Description
Want more feedback at work but not sure how to ask for it?
Download the free action plan here.
In this episode, I share why feedback is one of the fastest ways to improve your performance and develop your career, along with practical examples of how to start the conversation with your manager or a trusted colleague.
If you're serious about improving, don't wait for feedback to find you, go and ask for it!
Worked Up! is a podcast by Able Recruitment.
Episode reference: WU006
You’ve Resigned. Now What? How to Handle Your Notice Period
You’ve resigned, but you still have a notice period to work through.
Those final weeks can be more complicated than they appear. You may be excited about your new job, relieved to be leaving, disappointed by what has happened, or simply struggling to stay engaged.
In this episode, I look at how to navigate that in-between period realistically and professionally. We’ll cover changing motivation, agreeing on priorities, preparing a useful handover, managing unresolved frustrations, taking genuine sick leave when needed and leaving with your professional reputation intact.
Because most people intend to finish well. Sometimes it helps to have a practical game plan.
When You Hate Your Job (But Can't Leave Yet)
Feeling stuck in a job you no longer enjoy? In this short episode, I share a story about a candidate who was in this exact position. She made a simple mindset shift that helped her get through a difficult period while searching for her next opportunity.
Spoiler: it has a happily ever after ending.
Try It Yourself
Make a list of the things that are still working in your current role, even if they’re small. It won’t fix everything, but it might make the time between now and your next opportunity a little easier.
Episode reference: WU002
Hidden Costs of Delaying Recruitment
Why do so many businesses end up scrambling to hire?
Worked Up is a podcast by Able Recruitment.In this episode, I unpack the hidden costs of delaying recruitment, from mounting workloads and lost productivity to rushed decisions and missed candidates.
Approval processes, notice periods, skill shortages and hiring freezes mean recruitment often takes much longer than employers expect. If you wait until the workload becomes unbearable before starting, you may already be behind.
A practical episode for business owners, hiring managers and HR professionals who want to anticipate workforce needs and make better hiring decisions.
If you recruit within the Australian general insurance industry and would like to discuss your workforce plans, connect with Able Recruitment at www.ablerecruitment.com.au
Episode reference: WU004
Job Search Procrastination
Episode Description:
If you've been thinking about looking for a new role but haven't taken the first step, you're not alone.
In this episode, I explore some of the most common reasons people put off a job search, including not feeling ready, lacking interview confidence, worrying that the grass isn't always greener, feeling guilty about leaving, and simply being too busy.
Most importantly, I share practical ways to overcome these roadblocks and start building momentum, one small step at a time.
Go you!
Resources:
Free CV template
https://ablerecruitment.com.au/free-cv-template/
Episode reference: WU001
New to Interviewing - A Practical Guide
New to interviewing candidates? This practical guide walks you through the process from preparation to making your final assessment.
We cover how to help candidates feel comfortable, ask effective questions, listen well, explain the role honestly, manage the conversation and avoid choosing someone for the wrong reasons.
A good interview is a two-way conversation that gives both parties the information they need to decide whether they can work well together.
Good luck with your next interview. Preparation and a genuine conversation will take you a long way.
Resources
Fair Work – Protection from discrimination at work
https://www.fairwork.gov.au/employment-conditions/protections-at-work/protection-from-discrimination-at-work
Episode reference: WU003
What Are Your Strengths
Episode Description
What are your biggest strengths?
Most people can answer that question, but often the best strengths are the ones we've become so used to that we barely notice them.
In this episode, I share some simple ways to identify your strengths, including looking at what people come to you for, the feedback you've received throughout your career, and the work you genuinely enjoy doing.
Whether you're preparing for an interview, aiming for a promotion, considering a career move, or simply wanting to better understand where you add value, this episode will help you recognise and build on the strengths you already have.
Resources:
If you work in general insurance in Australia we'd love to offer you a complimentary Personality Profile. https://bit.ly/WorkedUpPersonality
Hard Conversations For Leaders
Got a team member issue you've been meaning to address? Leaders at every level need to have these conversations from time to time.
In this episode, I discuss why small issues rarely disappear on their own and give you a practical 7 step framework for having difficult conversations as a leader.
If you've been avoiding one of these conversations, this episode is for you.
How To Answer Common Interview Questions
Helpful resources:
https://ablerecruitment.com.au/wp-content/uploads/Worked_Up_Interview_Preparation_Planner.docx
About this episode
Interviews can be stressful, but they don’t have to be. In this episode of the Worked Up podcast, Kim Loader, a seasoned insurance recruiter, breaks down 5 common interview questions and shows you exactly how to answer them with confidence.
Whether you're looking for your first role in insurance or you’re a senior professional ready for a change, Kim provides actionable advice, real-world examples, and the "why" behind what interviewers are actually looking for.
In this video, you’ll learn how to master:
"Tell me about yourself" How to give a professional overview without sharing your entire life story.
"Why are you leaving your current role?" How to stay positive and diplomatic, even in tricky situations.
"What are your strengths?" Choosing the right skills and backing them up with evidence.
"What are your weaknesses?" Moving past the "perfectionist" cliché to show genuine self-awareness.
"Tell me about a difficult situation" Using S.A.R. (Situation, Action, Result) to tell a compelling story.
Connect with Able Recruitment: If you have questions about your career or are looking to build a brilliant team, we’d love to hear from you!
📧 Email: hello@ablerecruitment.com.au
🌐 Website: www.ablerecruitment.com.au
Podcast Trailer
Welcome to Worked Up! A podcast about work, careers and the things that get us worked up along the way.
Hosted by an Australian insurance recruiter, you'll find practical advice and honest conversations about job searching, interviews, confidence, workplace challenges, career decisions and getting better at the work you do.
Short, useful episodes to help you make sense of working life and start taking action on whatever's got you worked up about work.
Brought to you by Able Recruitment