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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Feb 12, 2025 · 22 min
EP 119. Does a good work Environment beat a good salary?
Good work Environment VS a Good Salary? For a lot of people this question depends on the season of life they're in and for others its an easy decision This week I'm talking about..... Can a good environment be one that doesn't pay you well? Is pay more important than the place you spend 40 hours a week? Do you have to choose Money or Environment in your career or can you truly have both? My thoughts and situations where I have dealt with both --- “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
Feb 5, 2025 · 36 min
EP 118. What do you bring to the table?
Knowing your top skills & how to articulate them is more important now than ever if you want to land higher salaries or upgrade your career this year. So in this episode I'm helping you figure out exactly what you bring to the table...... Why your skills are important How to identify and sell your top skills Do you need to upskill? What not knowing what skills you bring to the table is costing you (spoiler its money and opportunities) Are your skills your passions? ----- “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
Jan 29, 2025 · 30 min
EP 117. How long should you wait to ask for a Promotion?
Okay so on the topic of promotions I'm going to tell you what I say about most things in your career the RULES are just GUIDELINES. But with that said, when it comes to promotions and timings there are questions you should be asking from as early as interview stage through to your appraisals. Understanding a company's culture and expectations to be able to secure a promotion Timeframes and planning to grow your career When and how to ask for your next promotion Getting promoted where you are or somewhere else and having roles created for you When is it okay to take on more responsibility without a title ------- “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 ⁠Website
Jan 22, 2025 · 19 min
EP 116. 3 Things to take out of your CV to get shortlisted
We always talk about what needs to go in a good CV but there are things that need to be taken out that will make it just as good. So lets get you shortlisted! In this weeks episode I share..... What can distract from a great CV Information that could be stopping your applications getting shortlisted for interviews 3 key things that don't need to be in your CV How to quickly get the attention of the person shortlisting ---- “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 abetter 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 ⁠Website
Jan 15, 2025 · 50 min
EP 115. How do you know when its time to leave? w/Sarah Burrows
How do you know when its truly time to leave a job or industry and what do you do to get where you want to be? Well this week I was joined by Career Coach Sarah Burrows and she answered exactly that. We discussed: Signs its time to move on Knowing if its the industry or just the environment Sunday dread vs work not being optional Overcoming self doubt Steps to take to make your career change successful You can connect with Sarah on the links below and remember to like and share the episode if you found it helpful. Website: https://www.achievingambition.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/achievingambition_/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahburrowscoaching/ ----- 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
Jan 7, 2025 · 38 min
EP 114. 2025 Job Market Predictions, Tips & Motivation
Happy New Year! Its a new Season of the Five for Two Careers Podcast and I'm excited to navigate the 2025 job market with you. Today I'm sharing what my predictions are for the 2025 job market including AI Tips and Strategies to get you through the first quarter of the year because career and salary upgrades are always the vibe How to stay Confident and Motivated not just for January but long term Remember the Rules are just Guidelines when it comes to your career and I'm committed to showing you how to Create Your Own Lane with exactly what you bring to the table right NOW! -------- “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 ⁠Website
Nov 20, 2024 · 33 min
EP 113. Your Reputation is your Brand
How are you known in your company or industry? How do you want to be known? Your reputation is everything! And what people say about you when you're not in the room is what does or doesn't get you the big salaries, the best opportunities and the easy promotions. On this weeks episode I'm sharing... - Why reputation matters so much in corporate and your career in general - How it can affect your career positively and negatively - How to build your reputation “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program reopens in 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
Nov 13, 2024 · 1 hr 11 min
EP 112. Sophisticated Career Change Strategies w/Jaz Marfo
This Episode is actually a LIVE I did recently on Instagram with Jaz Marfo who's another amazing Career Coach for Ambitious Careers & Communities. If you missed the LIVE don't worry because here's the replay with all the gems on how to finesse your way through the 2024 job market AND BEYOND! - What your CV and applications need - What effective networking actually is & can help with - When not to compromise and when to consider it - How to make an industry change even in a tough job market - How to secure the bag and get the best opportunities It is honestly about sophisticated moves when it comes to this job market. Things are harder but not impossible. Between us this year we've helped hundreds of people secure the roles and salaries they've wanted. So we share exactly how. “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program reopens in 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
Nov 6, 2024 · 22 min
EP 111. Questions that help get you offers at final stage interview
This has got to be one of the most frustrating things during a job search - securing multiple interviews but just not seeming to be able to get past the final stage. So this week I'm sharing......... What they are actually looking for at final stage Why the right questions will tell you exactly what to share at final stage interview What questions you need to ask Positioning yourself as the solution to any companies problem How to use the insider information you secure to get that offer The real reason you can do everything right and still get a NO “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program reopens in 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
Oct 30, 2024 · 54 min
EP 110. Career Pivots & Increasing your Upper Limits to earn more W/Katie Bambrick
Seriously does it even get better than this? Two women talking career changes and money! On this weeks episode I was joined by Katie Bambrick an NLP practitioner and Hypnotherapist who has changed career a few times and found success without needing a new qualification or experience. Her first transition was from teaching to marketing. She also helps a lot of women reprogram their thinking to be able to overcome self doubt and imposter syndrome, so that they can increase their finances. Whether that's breaking the 6 figure mark or beyond. We spoke about............. - Not feeling worthy, self doubt & Imposter syndrome - How to increase your subconscious upper limit so you can earn more money - Choosing yourself so that you make the best career decisions & secure the best opportunities - Money mindset and strategy to back it up - How to change industry when you're not qualified and don't have the experience - Successful networking - Business VS 9-5 pivots Connect with Katie at the links below and look out for me on Katies podcast "Do you even Mind" INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/katiebambrickcoaching/ WORK WITH KATIE: https://www.katiebambrick.com/work-with-me JOIN THE MINDSET LOUNGE WAITLIST: https://www.katiebambrick.com/themindsetlounge If you enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help
Oct 23, 2024 · 37 min
EP 109. Dealing with Poor Management
You don't have to give up your dream job that you enjoy and earn great money in because of one person! YES anytime your mental health is at risk you should REMOVE YOURSELF! But before that happens their are steps you can take to help yourself and sometimes even get the person gone (although not always easy) This week I share..... - A couple toxic Bosses I have had and how I dealt with both situations VERY differently - What steps you can take to safeguard your reputation & your job - How strong networking, a good work ethic and visibility can help with bad bosses and co-workers - Understanding how and when to go to HR or Senior management (plus accepting that sometimes they already know) -------------- 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
Oct 16, 2024 · 30 min
EP 108. Why can't it be you?
This week I'm giving you my top tips on how to get paid more, get more offers and actually get shortlisted for better roles whether in your current industry or a new one. The job market is very up and down at the moment BUT somebody is getting the offers so why can't it be you? I'm talking about: - How to get shortlisted on repeat - Hacks to completing applications faster - Converting interviews into offers at a 90% conversion rate - Being the main character over the side kick (even as an introvert) - Negotiating and securing the money you want 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
Oct 9, 2024 · 22 min
EP 107. Storytelling - turn your interviews to offers
Storytelling for the WIN! You don't need to book more interviews you need to convert the ones you do book into offers. If you want a company to want to offer you a job help them to picture you doing the role. This week I am sharing a technique I make all my clients do and even when they have thought an interview hasn't gone well they've made it to 2nd stage and offer by doing this..... - How to make a company picture you in the role - How to make your skills and value add, sound more believable - Evidencing your previous results - Using it to answer "Tell me about Yourself" 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
Oct 2, 2024 · 30 min
EP 106. Its never too late to stop settling
Your 9/10 could be holding you back from your 10 out of 10 so lets talk about it..... - Non Negotiables & Adaptable Negotiables & why its important to know the difference - Not letting fear or impatience stop you from achieving your goals - Why settling always leads to resentment even when you're getting 90% of what you want - The difference between settling & happy acceptance (because isn't happiness the goal?) “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open for the last time in 2024! 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
Sep 25, 2024 · 21 min
EP 105. Competency VS Confidence
Want to build your confidence at work or in your job search? Competency might be exactly where you need to start. Charmaine Green-Forde highlighted this concept to me in a podcast episode we did together & I loved it so much I've made an entire episode on it! Why??? Because I believe the more confident you are the more coins and opportunities you secure and the less likely you are to allow people to violate your boundaries. So this week lets discuss.... - Confidence starts where Competency is mastered - How to identify your key competencies - How to grow your competence - What you can do to start building your confidence & the goals it can help you achieve “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open for the last time in 2024! 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
Sep 18, 2024 · 54 min
EP 104. Is it time for your side hustle? w/Jasmine Escalera
The world is so unpredictable and unstable right now so having one stream of income could slow down your financial goals. With the job market being so hard right now & salary bands moving up slower than ever & in some industries not at all, let’s talk about starting & growing side hustles. This week I’m joined by Jasmine Escalera who is the queen of reinvention including upgrading her own & so many other women’s careers, growing a successful business through the challenges of entrepreneurship and building a community that supports women to reinvent the areas of their life they aren’t happy with. Today she is dropping all the gems on.... How to start a side hustle The challenges & successes of entrepreneurship How a side hustle can help you get to your financial goals & give you more options & freedom Why delusion could be your best asset Connect with Jasmine below: Join The Courage Crew (free community) LinkedIn If you loved this episode leave a review and hit follow so you never miss an episode
Sep 11, 2024 · 38 min
EP 103. ADHD friendly jobs & Career Strategies w/Skye Waterson
This episode felt like it was a long time coming and I hope it really helps my listeners, followers and clients who have ADHD. Many of you asked for this episode and here it is. I was joined by ADHD expert and Founder of the Unconventional Organisation Skye Waterson who she shared her own story of getting diagnosed as an adult as well as everything she's learnt since, while helping so many other neurodiverse people with their careers and lives. We spoke about - How Skye progressed to new heights in her career and business after her diagnosis & how you can too - Unconventional job search strategies - ADHD friendly jobs (and not so friendly ones) - Adapting your current role to work with your ADHD - ADHD Strengths - Different doesn't mean bad or hard, you might just not be focused on all your superpowers Connect with Skye at: Website ADHD Treatment Online | Coaching for Symptom Management (unconventionalorganisation.com) Instagram Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn
Sep 4, 2024 · 24 min
EP 102. Metrics that make you Money
PAY ME! That's what I want you to be saying by the end of this episode. Too often many of us feel like unless we are in the Sales team or support Sales we do not contribute to company profit and that thought keeps a lot of people underpaid or struggling to negotiate higher salaries. Today I share all the metrics that have nothing to do with being in direct sales but that MAKE your company MONEY aka Profits or that are a currency just as important. If you want to earn more or break the 6 figure mark for the first time listen up..... - How saving a company money is making them Money - What metrics affect a company profits including compliance & non revenue generating positions (PS everything generates some type of Currency) - How to communicate the value you contribute and get paid more for it Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |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 ⁠Website
Aug 28, 2024 · 29 min
EP 101. Lets get you that Promotion
If getting promoted in your job before the end of the year is on your bucket list then this episode is for you I share what might be happening in your career which is blocking you getting the promotions you are going for and why you might be getting passed up for other colleagues *You might not be showing the right leadership qualities *You might actually be too good to good at your current job (YEP its a thing! I've seen it repeatedly) *You may just be in the wrong place or not complementing the company culture But this episode will help you navigate them all. Plus I share how to utilise your qualities even if you're an introvert Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |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 ⁠Website
Aug 21, 2024 · 37 min
EP 100. Whose timeline are you following?
Whose timeline are you following for your life? This was an episode title one of my listeners mentioned after seeing my recent wedding pics and it resonated because it's how I live my life and how I help my clients achieve some of their biggest career & money goals! Because why would achieving a goal after 5 years instead of within 2 years feel any less sweet? The point is always to achieve the goal. So in this episode I talk about... What will hold you back from achieving your career and salary goals How timelines will actually slow you down, make you unhappy & cause you to settle Why happiness has no expiration date Why being too old, too young or too late is just a myth Your career and life requires you to stop worrying about timelines & how and instead focus on doing things that actually get you to what you want. Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn If you want to learn more about working with me in my 1 on 1 coaching head over to my website and book a consultation call with me ⁠Website