Five For Two Careers

Adelle Thompson

Welcome to the 5 for 2 podcast an empowering space for ambitious women to learn, grow and finally feel confident enough to make the moves they've always wanted in their career. Hosted by Career and Confidence coach Adelle T (@coachadellet)

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Jul 2, 2025 · 42 min
EP 138. If it scares you do it! W/Amelia Badua
Fear holds so many of us hostage when it comes to growing or changing our careers. This week I'm joined by Career and Side Hustle Coach Amelia Badua "I did everything the right way, took no real risks and still ended up losing my 6 figure job" This was the moment Amelia realised being afraid hadn't stopped things going wrong and she decided to take control by saying yes more often, even when she was scared which helped her grow her business , help others grow theirs as well as continue to support peoples career growth with all her HR expertise....... How to humanise your fear so its not so big Moving from Fear to action Calculated risks Starting a side hustle or changing career Exact steps and techniques Amelia has used in her career to gain success Leaving fear behind & ending up happy and PAID ----------- Connect with Amelia here:Linkedin - linkedin.com/in/ameliabadua Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ab_careers/ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help If you want access to my Masterclasses and you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website. I'll be back in September with available 1 on 1 sessions ⁠⁠Website⁠
Jun 25, 2025 · 14 min
EP 137. Is AI going to take our jobs?
I get this question a lot - "What will happen to our jobs now that companies are using AI so much more?" So lets talk about it. This week I share my thoughts on Will AI take all our jobs? How to work with AI instead of against it? My AI predictions? What things you can control while AI grows across multiple industries? Pros and Cons of AI ------- REMEMBER I'll be on holiday from mid June - September. Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠⁠@coachadellet ⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@coachadelle⁠⁠ If you want access to my Masterclasses and you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website. I'll be back in September with available 1 on 1 sessions ⁠⁠Website⁠
Jun 18, 2025 · 27 min
EP 136. In this Job Market Screening calls are Mini Interviews in Disguise
Things have changed dramatically in this job market. There are lots of people looking and half the jobs available. There is never a perfect time to look for a new job but during this market it is harder. So, in this episode I am breaking down the dos and don'ts of screening calls.... How screening calls have changed What you need to make sure you speak about if you want a higher chance of it turning into an interview Why you can't let your desperation lead & how to change up your energy Dealing with the rejections & identifying any gaps that you can control Screening calls have always been used to see which candidates are best to move forward but with such strong talent & experience in the mix the only way to stand out is to recognise that these calls are now interviews in disguise. ------- Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review, ask a question or share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want access to my Masterclasses and you want to learn more about my coaching head over to my website. I'll be back in September with available 1 on 1 sessions ⁠Website
Jun 11, 2025 · 21 min
EP 135. Should you disclose your Side Hustle?
This week I tackle the topic of side hustles and whether you have to or should let your company know When you should and shouldn't disclose Contractual obligations Why Companies are in your business Declaration of interests How having a side hustle can affect your job ------------Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ REMEMBER I'll be on leave from June - September. If you want to learn more about working with me after that in my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me ⁠Website
Jun 4, 2025 · 22 min
EP 134. How to be an Asset & how it will improve your Career & Money
If you want access to more money, better opportunities and even a network that advocates for you, this is the episode for YOU This week I share................. Getting mentioned in rooms where the best projects & opportunities are up for grabs Being a hard to replace asset Growing your network and options How to position yourself as a true asset How to leverage your Asset qualities ----- Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me ⁠Website
May 28, 2025 · 22 min
EP 133. Negotiating Remote or Hybrid work
Obviously applying to roles already advertising remote or hybrid work is what you should do if that's what you are looking for. But those roles are steadily declining, plus what if you already love where you work just not the current working patterns? This episode will not tell you how to negotiate remote/hybrid work on jobs advertising explicitly no remote/hybrid options BUT it will talk you through how to negotiate them just like you would salary, pension, annual leave and more. How I have been negotiating remote/hybrid for more than 10 years How I have helped my clients negotiate remote/hybrid using my first 90 days method When you shouldn't try negotiating remote/hybrid and when you should Why you can't say something doesn't work if you've never tried How being an Asset is key in getting this to work at your current job --------Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching from the end of August head over to my website and book a consultation call with me to get started in September (as I'll be off until then enjoying the Summer)
May 21, 2025 · 18 min
EP 132. LIKABILITY! The most underestimated career growth & money making skill
Talent might get you into the right rooms but Likability will keep you there! Likability is one of, if not the most underrated quality when it comes to career and salary advancement. Yet we all know someone who is in a leadership role & isn't that good, but got there because the decision makers chose them WHY? they are LIKED! In this episode I share What I've seen likability do for others in their career and for myself How to use likability as a skill in your career growth Why some of the best talent get passed over for the likeable ones How being liked keeps you top of mind with Senior Leadership for when the best opportunities come up How Likability gets you PAID! ------------- Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me (remember I will be away from June - September) ⁠Website
May 14, 2025 · 29 min
EP 131. Can you work Smarter if you've never worked Hard?
This is such an interesting topic, every message is telling you to work smarter & I'm an advocate for finding the quickest route to a result BUT, can you truly work smarter if you've never worked hard? Lets discuss it on this weeks episode Effort is required A foundation needs to be built for your work life to start to feel easier Being able to work smarter is a privilege to those who have put in the initial work How can you work smarter when you have no information from previous work or without receipts? Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me (Remember I will be off from June - September) ⁠Website
May 7, 2025 · 25 min
EP 130. Are you Hard to replace?
No one is irreplaceable at a company, but you can make it hard for them. In this current job climate full of chaos and uncertainty there are a few things you can do to make it harder for a company to let you go and make it easier for you to negotiate & secure higher salaries, plus access better opportunities. Being hard to replace has helped me and my clients secure 20 - 50k pay rises and survive company restructures. It is definitely a big element in how I was able to first negotiate part time hours for full time money. I want anyone listening to this episode to be able to use this same thing to their advantage, so I share.... How to be harder to replace The on the job actions & knowledge that helps you be an asset How solving problems and streamlining processes can keep you employed Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me (Reminder I will be off all summer from June - September) ⁠Website
Apr 30, 2025 · 46 min
EP 129. How to become a Leader and Thrive as an Introvert w/Lissa Appiah
This week I am joined by the lovely Lissa Appiah where we talk about being an introvert and thriving in the workplace in every role including Leadership! This episode is 2 introverts sharing their similarities & how they have leveraged them to be successful in the corporate world and how you can do it too. Introverts often walk the walk without talking the talk so in this episode we discuss.... How to identify & sell your superpowers even the ones that sound boring Busting the stereotypical myths about being an Introvert Why introverts get overlooked & how we can stop it Noise isn't the same as Impact or Action Deciding what you want to be known for instead of letting people label you based on perception How introverts can lead without being someone they aren't Although introverts are a lower percentage in Leadership roles they deliver much better results for companies than extroverts (based on a recent study) ------------- You can find out more about Lissa and connect with her on the links below Website: https://weapply.ca/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lissaappiah/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LissaAppiahCareerStrategist
Apr 28, 2025 · 2 min
The Podcast Interview you might have missed
I was on an Episode of the Money Gains Podcast last week We spoke about: How to be an Asset & then leveraging it to negotiate Remote/Hybrid, more Money, better titles, opportunities and so much more I also discussed doing things differently in the 2025 job market Plus the RECEIPTS you need to keep for any successful career move Check out the interview on one of the links below Watch here on YouTube Listen here -------------- Remember I'll be on holiday from June until September so if you need a Career Strategy Session before then head over to my website or click one of the links below Website https://calendly.com/adelleat/be-empowered-career-upgrade-hour https://calendly.com/adelleat/career-coaching-session
Apr 16, 2025 · 23 min
EP 128. Should you disclose your current salary?
A lot of companies don't advertise the salary they're offering but will expect you to disclose yours at application process or on an initial call. One of my listeners told me about a situation where she lost an interview because she wouldn't disclose her current salary, so on this weeks episode I talk about....... Why companies want to know your current salary How not to share your current salary so you don't get low balled What could happen if you don't disclose Is it okay to lie about your current salary? ------------Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me ⁠Website
Apr 9, 2025 · 32 min
EP 127. Hiring Process Red Flags
Have you ever ended up in a toxic environment or just the absolute wrong type of job/company for you? Are you scared of it happening again or scared of the horror stories you've heard about corporate? So you want to limit your risk of ending up in one of these nightmare companies. Often when we don't enjoy the job we are at and start looking for new opportunities, we miss obvious red flags because we are just so desperate to leave our current role. We end up with a role that might look good on paper but in reality its the worst. So this week I'm sharing the top red flags to look out for during the initial hiring process and how to navigate when the red flags aren't obvious. ---------- Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me ⁠Website
Apr 2, 2025 · 23 min
EP 126. If your job isn't giving you at LEAST 1 of these why are you still there?
What are you getting in return for the time and hard work you put in for your career? Companies always get what they want from their employees are you getting the same from them? Well this week I share how you can ........... Learn to work a company they same way they work you Stop sacrificing your time and energy for no real returns 3 things every job should be giving you Making the most of your current job and upskilling to make yourself harder to replace No job is totally secure but having the right skills will mean you can get paid for life ---------- “Create Your Own Lane” is my 1:1 coaching program, click the link below to book your free call with me so we can start getting you on the right track to a better career and better money⁠ click here⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠
Mar 26, 2025 · 24 min
EP 125. Cover Letters (No longer Your Nemesis)
First of all as a recruiter I can tell you 90% of the time no one reads your cover letter (just one of the reasons I hate them) But there are situations where they can be helpful and where you can't submit your application without one. So if you need to write one make sure its a good one (spoiler... it doesn't need to be a page long). You can thank one of my listeners for this episode as she wanted to know more about a good Cover Letter. This Episode I share......... Cover Letter length Getting to the point of what a company wants to hear AI prompts to help get your cover letter written Examples of simple effective cover letters ------------- “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open for 2025! Click the link below to book your free call with me so we can start getting you on the right track to a better career and better money⁠⁠ click here⁠⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠⁠@coachadellet ⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠@coachadelle⁠
Mar 19, 2025 · 39 min
EP 124. The Rules are Just Guidelines - Decoding Your Career
When it comes to your career most of the rules you've heard are just guidelines and guidelines are just suggestions. You don't have to follow ever suggestion, so in this episode I'm breaking down; why the traditional career route doesn't work for everyone, how to make it work if it hasn't yet and what rules you should stop following if you actually want to change career, increase your salary or access better roles and opportunities. How often can you ask for a pay rise or work on an increase? Job Titles Things you may never have thought about negotiating Dropping your job title How to sell value not time Companies care about profit not your experience ----------- “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open. Click the link below to book your free call with me to learn more about it & get you on the right track to a better career and more money⁠ click here⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠
Mar 12, 2025 · 23 min
EP 123. Audacity PT3 - Have the Audacity to Match Energy
Audacity is FREE have more of it! We've spoken about having Audacity for the last 3 episode so lets talk about how you build that skill and build your confidence at the same time This week I'm sharing...... How to build up your Confidence & Audacity Things that hold you back most from having the Audacity to go after what you want What areas of your career you should have more Audacity in How to match the Audacity your company has when it expects things from you ----- “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open for 2025! Click the link below to book your free call with me so we can start getting you on the right track to a better career and better money⁠ click here⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠
Mar 5, 2025 · 20 min
EP 122. Audacity PT 2 - If you don't have Audacity, You're Losing
Audacity is FREE have more of it! If you want to build your career, confidence and bank balance AUDACITY is a key component. Without it you're losing out on opportunities, great job titles, money, recognition and so much more. So lets talk about...... Having the Audacity to Ask What not having Audacity is costing you The Confidence to view yourself as someone who can have the Audacity to go for what you want ---- “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open! Click the link below to book your free call with me so we can start getting you on the right track to a better career and better money⁠ click here⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠
Feb 26, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
EP 121. Audacity PT 1 - How to be unapologetic in Salary Negotiations W/Charmaine Green-Forde
"I Bring Value and this is the COST of that Value" Charmaine really dropped some gems in this episode and I can't wait for you to hear them. The dynamic duo is back lol. We want you to start having the AUDACITY to ask for and get every penny you deserve, so in this weeks episode which kicks off part of a 3 part series we discussed..... Feeling entitled and why its not always a bad thing How companies, politicians, men and so many more people have the audacity to go for what they want while you're playing small How to negotiate higher salaries & strategic ways to research how much to ask for Can your ask be too expensive? Breaking old habits Making statements not asks All 2025 we will have as much audacity as these companies do when they make sure they get everything possible from us. This is a long episode but up until the final minute it is full of tips, advice and inspiration. Grab your tea or coffee, get comfy and turn us all the way up ------------ You can connect with Charmaine at the links below.... ⁠Chapertoo⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn ⁠ If you want to learn more about my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me Instagram:⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn:⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok:⁠@coachadelle⁠ ⁠Website
Feb 19, 2025 · 33 min
EP 120. How to Network as an Introvert
It can be hard out here for us introverts, with our dislike for small talk with strangers and our small social batteries. But one of you asked me for some tips on how best to network when you're an introvert so I made it an Episode. This week I share... How to feel more confident networking How to push yourself enough outside your comfort zone to make networking Effective How to choose quality over quantity Using LinkedIn to network --- “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open. Click the link below to book your free call with me so we can start getting you on the right track to a better career and better money⁠ click here⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠