Five For Two Careers

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Jul 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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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 In this episode: What Jaz did & didn't do to get her job offer Outdated advice you should let go of Why Quality is still better than Quantity even in a crap market How to still use rejections even without feedback Why you shouldn't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

May 27, 202635 min

EP 174. How I got into Human Resources without qualifications or experience

Sometimes the people getting opportunities aren’t the most qualified on paper they’re the people who know how to sell what they already have. You might think you need a HR degree, CIPD qualification or years of experience before anyone will give you a chance in Human Resources. That wasn’t my story. Instead I did it with zero experience or qualifications and 17 years later I'm still here. If you’re trying to move into HR, corporate or a completely different industry and feel stuck because you don’t have the right background, this episode is for you. I break down exactly how I went from teaching into HR without traditional experience and what I focused on to make employers see me differently... Gateway Jobs that can help you break into HR What research helped me the most Why transferable skills matter and how to actually connect them How I positioned my teaching experience for corporate roles Why confidence matters just as much as qualifications How to fail fast (the interview that made me cry but ultimately got me a job) The reality of pivoting careers in a competitive job market You can also connect with me on LinkedIn and Instagram for more career strategy, salary growth and corporate transition content. --- “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

May 6, 202626 min

EP 173. How to Use AI to Get a Better Job & More Money (And No, It’s Not Just Your CV)

Everyone’s talks about using AI to rewrite their CV. But that’s actually one of the most basic ways to use it in your job search. In this episode, I’m breaking down how AI can actually help you get a better job and more money, from figuring out what roles you’re best suited to, preparing for interviews, improving your networking and communicating your experience in a way that hiring managers understand. If you’re the person just copying and pasting AI responses, this episodes for you. I share... How to use AI to identify roles you’d actually be suited to (especially if you’re changing careers) Why the smartest way to use AI in a job search isn’t what most people think Using AI to prepare for interviews and tough questions How AI can help you write better networking messages (and find who to message) How to use it to strengthen your CV without making it sound robotic If you want to dive deeper into using AI without losing your authenticity, make sure you look out for an upcoming episode Don’t Let It Replace Your Voice. “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 track to a better careerand 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

April 29, 202615 min

EP 172. Everyone Says They Hate Sales… Then Wonder Why They're Broke

Career Power Series | Episode 2So many people say they hate sales. But honestly if you can’t sell… your career will struggle. Because your career is sales (even when you don't work in Sales) - You’re selling your skills in interviews. - Selling your value in promotion conversations. - Selling your ideas in meetings - Selling your potential to decision makers. And the people who earn more? They know how to sell and market themselves. In this episode I break down why sales and marketing aren’t “corporate buzzwords” they’re essential career skills. We’ll talk about: Why rejecting sales holds so many people back The difference between selling yourself and bragging How to market your value on your CV and in interviews Why the people who understand this get promoted faster and negotiate better salaries and bonus benefits Because the more clearly you can communicate your value…the more power you have in 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

April 22, 202620 min

EP 171. Everything Is Negotiable — If You're the Strongest Candidate

People think the most qualified person gets the job. They don’t. They don’t even have the most negotiation power! The person with the strongest interview has the most leverage to negotiate salary, benefits, and future opportunities. And that’s a big difference. In this episode, I break down why qualifications and experience alone don’t give you the leverage you need to negotiate. Because negotiation power doesn’t start when the offer comes in. It starts long before that. I talk about: Why the “best on paper” candidate often loses What actually makes someone the strongest candidate in the room How positioning yourself differently changes your negotiation power Why some people can push back on salary… and others can’t If you’ve ever wondered why someone less experienced got the job or how people negotiate higher salaries so confidently this episode will change how you think about interviews. --- I help my clients become the strongest candidate in the room. Create Your Own Lane my 1:1 coaching program is open. Click the link below to book your free call so we 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 TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ ⁠Website

April 15, 20261 hr 1 min

EP 170. From Classroom to Corporate - The Six Figure Skills Teachers Already have (& Don't even know it) w/ Dr. Jazmyne Dionne

If you've been following the series on Instagram you know I've been sharing the steps I took to leave teaching and get in recruitment then HR. Well on this weeks episode I’m joined by Jazmyne, also known as Pretty Rich Teacher , to talk about leaving teaching and building a career beyond the classroom. Jazmyne shares her journey from teaching to a six figure career, including corporate Ed Tech and a Coaching business where she helps other teachers do what she did. We give you the reality of moving, the fears, the doubt, the 6 figure skills teachers massively undersell and what actually changes when you move into corporate. We talk about... The moment Jazmyne realised teaching wasn’t her long-term plan Her first corporate salary after leaving the classroom and what corporate is really like after being a teacher The biggest fears teachers have about leaving (and the reality) The everyday teaching skills companies pay six figures for The mindset shift that helps teachers stop seeing themselves as “just a teacher” What teachers should start doing this week if they want to leave in the next 6–12 months One way teachers massively undersell themselves on their CV/Resume ---- To connect with Jazmyne follow her on TikTok or Instagram @prettyrichteacher ---- Enjoyed the episode? Leave a review and share with someone else it might help. Instagram: ⁠@coachadellet ⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠Adelle Thompson |LinkedIn TikTok: ⁠@coachadelle⁠ ⁠Website

April 8, 202618 min

EP 169. Some Industries are just Broke!

Some industries are simply just broke, they are known not to pay well so instead of fighting for your life to get more money it might be time to consider alternative action. I used to be a teacher so I get it, but I also know there comes a point for some of us where we have to choose.. The Cause or The Money So this week I talk about... How to know if an industry can't afford you How to get the most out of your negotiations no matter the job industry Getting paid higher in lower paying sectors When is it time to leave Loving the Cause VS Loving the Money --- “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