Five For Two Careers

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Oct 2026

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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) Around here we are done trading 5 days of misery for 2 days of fun. If you're ready to stop doubting who you are, take your career to the next level and make serious money moves then you're in the right place You in? Then pop in your AirPods Carry on the conversation by checking out my coaching services here https://www.atenrich.com/coaching-services

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October 21, 202615 min

EP 184. Audacity is a free career resource you need to use more!

Companies have the most audacity all the time. They cut roles, move deadlines and ask for more work for less money, and nobody calls it "too much". So why do we feel awkward asking for what we want? In this episode, I talk about why I believe Audacity is a career resource and how to use it to your advantage, just like companies do. In this episode: Why audacity is free and most of us aren't using it How to ask for more money, annual leave, pension contributions and whatever else you want without apologising for it Asking for all the things you assume you can't ask for How even an Ask that gets a NO changes the direction of your career (and what it did for me) Having the audacity to go for opportunities before you feel ready Having the audacity to leave a bad job How companies use audacity on us, and how to use it back ----- My 1:1 coaching sessions are the perfect way to activate your Audacity. Click the link below to book your free call with me so we can get you on 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

October 14, 202618 min

EP 183. As an Introvert Peacocking might be your best friend

Visibility can be hard as an Introvert especially when a limited social battery makes you just want to put your head down, do your work and get on with it. But we all know in Corporate if no one sees you or the things you do promotions, opportunities and more money become harder to get. So this week I'm sharing how peacocking has helped me still get noticed as an Introvert Networking without making the first move Getting noticed for your Work Leaving an impression without being loud Becoming memorable without being a whole new person ---- 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

October 7, 202626 min

EP 182. Your Qualification isn't getting you Hired in 2026

With the way AI and skills shortages have changed hiring, leaning solely on your qualifications won't get you the money or jobs you want. This week I'm talking about... Why Qualifications don't open doors the way they used to Influence, Impact & Likeability What is getting people big pay rises this year Talking about what Matters The Heavy lifting your Qualification can't do for your Career --- “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 careerand 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

September 30, 202628 min

EP 181. You Keep Getting Interviews but They Keep Hiring Someone Else

Booking lots of interviews VS Getting lots of offers! One is strong on paper the other is strong in person In this episode I talk about the difference in the people who do one and not the other and how to be someone who can do both... Why your experience is NOT the issue The difference between sharing your experience and showing its value How to get more Offers What the people getting offers are best at Using what you already have instead of becoming a Job description clone Interview conversion is my thing so if you're struggling to get offers at any level definitely check out this episode Also head over to my resources where you'll find my Interview Guide and Masterclasses as well as the link to book yourself a Coaching session for personalised Interview Resources My Diary If you 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

September 23, 202617 min

EP 180. AI is a Tool Stop letting it Replace you

My friend Charmaine Green-Forde said something that stuck with me people aren't debating with AI or interrogating it. They're just accepting whatever it says & that got me thinking, WHY? AI is built by human, since when did it become the be all & end all? This episodes short but it needed saying. You wouldn't take everything your boss or even your friend says as gospel, why is AI getting a free pass? Lets talk... AI isn't always right Why the way you're using AI is working against you in your career Your CV/Resume is getting rejected because you did this Assistant VS Expert ------ 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. ⁠⁠Website

September 16, 202632 min

EP 179. Were you watching the Grind or just the Win?

Every season of life isn't perfect so its expected that it will affect your career goals . I'm not one to join the misery loves company train but I do think we have to see the good with the bad. The reality of how messy life can get before a win. The grind we don't see front and centre on social media but that was necessary for us to be able to live our highlight reel⁣. So this episode is dedicated to everyone in a hard season, a new season or a waiting season and for some of us its all 3 of those seasons wrapped up in one.⁣ Life gets hard and so does career. Some seasons we slow down others move faster than lightening.⁣ If you want the big pay rise, promotion or whatever's next for you the question to ask yourself is whether you're willing to be in the building season that nobody claps for.⁣ This week I'm sharing...⁣ My current season (its hard)⁣ Finding the silver lining ⁣ The hard work that gets you to a softer life⁣ The grind no one sees on social media ⁣ The melt downs, almost quitting, questioning everything that happens right before success (and is totally normal)⁣ BTS of Career wins - me, my clients and my listeners ---------- “Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open to get you setup for a career win in these last few months of the year. Click the link below to book your free call with me so you can get started ⁠ click here⁠ Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn ⁠⁠Website⁠

July 29, 20261 hr 4 min

EP 178. How she beat the broken 2026 Job Market in 6 weeks

This is not the same old success story you've heard before. It's the truth about what it really takes to get GOOD job offers in this current, crazy job market. I'm joined by Jaz Marfo, who's sharing how she landed her new non-technical role in the tech industry & navigated the hardships to seal the deal in 6 weeks (including some window shopping before hand). We're not focused on the win. We focus on the good, the bad, the ugly & the reality of what the 2026 job market has become and how you beat it. In this episode: What Jaz did & didn't do to get her job offer Outdated advice you should let go of Why Quality is still better than Quantity even in a crap market How to still use rejections even without feedback Why you shouldn't take any of your search personally LinkedIn Easy Apply... worth it or not? Does networking actually increase your chances? Advice for anyone who's been looking for 6+ months with zero success No sugar coating just what's actually working right now. ---- Connect with Jaz: Website www.theyesand.works Linkedin http://linkedin.com/in/jazmarfo Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theyesand.works/ ----- Learn how to use what you already have to get the career and money you want in my 1 to 1 Coaching program "Create Your Own Lane". Click the link below to book your free call with me so we can start getting you on the right track 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

July 15, 202625 min

EP 177. Why I stopped asking for Pay rises

Why did I stop asking for pay rises? Because I realised there are things that can be worth far more than an extra £5k a year. In this episode, I'm talking about why salary isn't the only thing you should be negotiating and how thinking beyond your payslip can dramatically improve your quality of life and long term wealth. I share: Why and how I asked for shares. How to negotiate benefits that can work out more than a pay rise. Negotiating what you specifically want for the life you're building The hidden perks most people are scared to ask for. How to negotiate based on the value you create, not just your salary. If your current strategy for earning more money is asking for a pay rise... this episode might change your mind. ----- My 1:1 coaching programme “Create Your Own Lane” helps my clients do everything I speak about . 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 💫If you enjoyed the episode leave a review and share with someone else it might help Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ ⁠Website

July 8, 202631 min

EP 176. How to Network when you hate it

If you're an introvert like me, hate small talk or just feel awkward speaking to people you don't know, this episode is for you. Networking doesn't have to mean working the room, collecting business cards (QR codes these days😂 ) or pretending to be someone you're not. It's just about speaking to people and building relationships that can open doors. In this episode, I'm sharing practical tips for people who hate networking so you can get in and get out fast (lol) but still make an impact. I talk about Why networking is one of the biggest career accelerators these days. How to create opportunities even in short periods of time. Getting people to approach you and the best conversation starters when you hate small talk Who to talk to so you don't have to spend all day at events How it creates opportunities today and years down the line Why having your name mentioned in the right rooms can upgrade both your career and your bank balance. And if you don't like money or better career opportunities... feel free to skip this one. ----- My coaching programme “Create Your Own Lane” 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 ⁠Website

June 10, 202631 min

EP 175. How to Build a Side Hustle That Can Replace Your 9-5

Everyone loves the idea of leaving their 9 to 5. Fewer people talk about what its actually like to build a business alongside it. I recently got asked by one of my Instagram followers if I could give tips on how to build a side hustle so you can leave your job. In this episode I talk side hustles, portfolio careers and why relying on a single income stream might be risky these days. I'm sharing practical tips for starting a side hustle while working fulltime, how I've done it twice and was able to cut my corporate days all the way down. Making the most of your limited time How to start and grow your side hustle Activities that actually generate income. Progress over Perfection - The mistakes that keep people stuck The part you need to get past if you want to create more freedom, flexibility and income. Portfolio careers If you've been saying "I'll start one day", this episode is your reminder that one day isn't a day of the week its the day you choose! ----“Create Your Own Lane” my 1:1 coaching program is open! Click the link below to book your free call with me so we canstart getting 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 ⁠Website