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The Level Up Podcast

Adunola Adeshola

40 episodes

1 day ago

Layoffs aren’t just a company problem, they’re a career wake-up call. From Amazon’s 30,000+ layoffs to the quiet reorgs no one sees coming, we’re experiencing a deeper shift in the way careers are built, secured, and sustained. And, in today’s episode, I’m breaking down what’s really happening in the job market and workplace and what it means for your career. You'll learn: 💎 Why high-achievers are still getting laid off 💎 How to stop being reactive in your career 💎 What to prioritize in your...

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Layoffs aren’t just a company problem, they’re a career wake-up call. From Amazon’s 30,000+ layoffs to the quiet reorgs no one sees coming, we’re experiencing a deeper shift in the way careers are built, secured, and sustained. And, in today’s episode, I’m breaking down what’s really happening in the job market and workplace and what it means for your career. You'll learn: 💎 Why high-achievers are still getting laid off 💎 How to stop being reactive in your career 💎 What to prioritize in your...

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Episodes (20/40)

The Level Up Podcast

How to Build a Career That Survives Layoffs, Reorgs, and AI

Layoffs aren’t just a company problem, they’re a career wake-up call. From Amazon’s 30,000+ layoffs to the quiet reorgs no one sees coming, we’re experiencing a deeper shift in the way careers are built, secured, and sustained. And, in today’s episode, I’m breaking down what’s really happening in the job market and workplace and what it means for your career. You'll learn: 💎 Why high-achievers are still getting laid off 💎 How to stop being reactive in your career 💎 What to prioritize in your...

1 day ago

20 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

The Job Was Never Posted, Here's How She Got Hired Anyway

After a layoff, a tough year of job searching, and taking a role she instantly regretted…my client knew something had to change. In this episode, you’ll hear her honest journey, from wondering if she'd ever bounce back, to landing a new role that wasn’t even posted online. We talk about: 🔑 What made her realize her MBA job search strategy wasn’t cutting it 🔑 How she stopped “throwing her resume out there” and started standing out 🔑 The unexpected shift that helped her tap into the hidden job ...

1 week ago

17 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

Tired of Getting Ghosted by Jobs? Pay Attention to These Red Flags

The harsh truth? Ghosting has become far too common in today’s job market. But, some companies are more likely to give you the silent treatment than others, and knowing how to spot the red flags early can save you unnecessary misery and stress. Press play to discover the subtle signs to look out for before and during the interview process so you can avoid getting ghosted and wasting time on the wrong opportunities for you. NEXT STEPS: 🔑 Want to stop chasing jobs 24/7 and have the right rol...

2 weeks ago

13 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

The Right Way to Start A Side Hustle (Without Burning Out)

If you’ve ever thought about starting a side hustle, if you dream of one day being your own boss, or love the idea of balancing both a corporate career and business, then this episode is for you. I get DMs often from high-achievers wondering if I have any advice on this topic, so I decided to bring in an expert who does know how to build successful businesses and who’s helped 10,000+ others do so as well. Chloe Hakim Moore has a strong track record: 💎 Built two 8-figure companies 💎 Led over ...

3 weeks ago

43 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

This Is How to Bounce Back After a Layoff Without Spiraling or Settling

You’re ambitious. You’ve built a solid career. And suddenly, you’ve been laid off. Whether you saw it coming or not, it still stings. But before you start updating your resume or panic applying to anything with a decent salary...pause. In this episode, I’m sharing the real first thing you need to do to bounce back, not just quickly, but with clarity, confidence, and alignment. Because how you respond right now will shape what happens next for months and maybe even years to come. If you’ve be...

4 weeks ago

25 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

You’re Overqualified And It’s Costing You Job Offers

You’re applying for roles that seem perfect on paper, but the responses (or lack thereof) are confusing, discouraging and honestly? Just weird. In this episode, I'm revealing the feedback recruiters often won't tell you. We’re breaking down what it really means when hiring managers say you’re “a great fit" and still don’t hire you. You’ll learn: ⚠️ Why aiming “lower” can actually delay your next opportunity ⚠️ How to spot the red flags that signal role misalignment ⚠️ The real reason great i...

1 month ago

18 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

Why You Keep Landing Jobs You Hate (and How to Stop)

If you’ve ever made a career move that looked good on paper but left you feeling frustrated, undervalued, or even more confused than before, then this episode is going to hit home. Because here’s the truth most high-achievers don’t realize: It’s not just about getting another job. It’s about how you choose your next job. In this episode, I’m breaking down: 💎 Why smart, capable professionals keep landing they secretly hate 💎 The hidden cost of landing a job that's not right for you 💎 And the j...

1 month ago

25 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

The Real Reason Less-Qualified Colleagues Keep Landing the Roles You Want

“Ever wonder how someone with half your experience somehow lands the role you had your eye on? In this episode, we’re breaking down why that keeps happening and what you need to do if you’re tired of getting overlooked. This is the tough love you need to hear if you've been working hard in your career but still not getting the opportunities you know you deserve. You'll discover how to show up strategically so the right people see you as the obvious next hire. This episode is dropping t...

1 month ago

15 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

What Worked Before Won’t Get You Hired Now

You’ve always been the one who got the job. Opportunities came to you. Recruiters slid into your inbox. You didn’t have to try this hard. But now? Things feel different. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down exactly why your old job search strategy (no matter how well it worked before) isn’t cutting it anymore. And more importantly, what you need to do instead. Because if you’re aiming for a more senior, fulfilling role in today’s job market, you can’t afford to rely on what used to work. I...

1 month ago

19 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

This is Why You Feel Behind In Your Career (And How to Fix it Without Working Harder)

You had big goals for this year. But now that we’re more than halfway through, you can’t help but feel behind. If you’re completely honest: You’re tired. Unmotivated. Unclear on what you’re even working toward anymore. If that sounds like you, this episode is exactly what you didn’t know you needed. You’ll learn: 💎 How to assess your year the right way (and what not to do) 💎 A gentler way to reset that doesn’t shame your progress this year 💎 A powerful reframe to help you stop feeling behind ...

2 months ago

27 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

Is It the Right Role Or Just a Better Paycheck?

Before you say yes just because the salary looks good…let’s pause. In this episode, I’m walking you through a no-fluff checklist to help you figure out whether the role you're considering is actually aligned with your life, goals, and values—or if it's just a better paycheck dressed up as progress. I’ve seen it too many times: high-achievers leave one job only to land in another they regret. You deserve more than just more money. You deserve a role that fits. Before you accept the next offer,...

2 months ago

18 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

Stop Doing This In Interviews, Here's What Hiring Managers Really Want

You know the feeling…you’re in an interview or updating your résumé, and suddenly it feels like you’re awkwardly pitching yourself. You ramble. You over-explain. You hope they’ll just get it. If that sounds familiar, hit play. In this episode, I’m breaking down why that approach doesn’t work, and what hiring managers actually want to know in your job interviews instead. We’ll cover: The biggest mistake most high-achievers make in interviewsWhat companies are really looking for (that no one te...

2 months ago

14 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

How to Talk About Your Work When You Secretly Hate Your Job

You’re great at what you do…but lately, you hate talking about it. You don’t feel excited or proud to talk about work. If that sounds like you these days, then this episode is going to change how you show up, for good. In today’s conversation, I’m breaking down how to confidently talk about your work…even if you secretly hate your job right now. You’ll learn how to separate your value from the dysfunction around you, how to stop letting your company’s chaos dilute your impact, and how t...

2 months ago

13 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

You’re Great at Your Job, So Why Aren’t You Getting Hired?

You’re the go-to person at work. You check off all—if not most—of the job descriptions before you even apply. You know you’d be a great fit for the roles you want. So why does it feel like no one else notices? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why high-achievers (like you) struggle to get hired, even when you're qualified, and how I help my private coaching clients change that with clarity, confidence, and strategy. We’ll dive into why being successful at work doesn't guarantee...

3 months ago

25 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

How to Use Your Next Happy Hour to Get Hired

You freeze. You ramble. You cut the conversation short. Anything to avoid the question, “So, what do you do?” But, you don’t have to do that anymore. Whether you’ve been avoiding career conversations because you hate your job (or you’re just not sure how to talk about your next move without feeling awkward), this episode is your blueprint. In this conversation, I’m breaking down the exact strategy to help you turn your next happy hour, catch-up text, or coffee chat into a career opportunity…w...

3 months ago

12 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

You Might Be in The Wrong Job, Here’s How to Know For Sure

You’ve been pushing through, telling yourself it’s just a phase, it’ll get better, maybe you’re just tired. But what if the truth is…you’ve simply outgrown your role? In this episode, I’m breaking down the signs that your job isn’t the right fit anymore (some obvious, some more subtle) and how to know for sure if it’s time for a change. If you’ve been second-guessing yourself, wondering whether to stay or go, or feeling like your current role just isn’t hitting the same anymore, this one’s go...

3 months ago

16 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

You’re Not Burnt Out...Here’s What’s Really Going On

You’re exhausted. You’re over it. You’re starting to wonder if you’re just completely burnt out from work… But what if burnout isn’t the whole story? In this episode, we’re digging deeper into what burnout actually looks like and we’re uncovering a surprising truth: sometimes what you’re calling burnout is really something else. If your job has you feeling unmotivated, uninspired, or constantly fantasizing about quitting, this is the reframe you didn’t know you needed. You’ll get to th...

3 months ago

15 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

The Warning Signs Your Job Is Taking Over Your Life—And How to Fix It

You’re driven. You’re ambitious. But if lately, your job has started to feel like your entire life... If your self-worth has been tied to your job title, if your joy is on hold until your next role, or if you’re constantly thinking about work even when you’re off the clock... This episode will help you step back, see things clearly, and start building a fuller life outside of work again, without losing your ambition. Because you deserve a career that supports your life, not swallows it. Pres...

4 months ago

27 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

Here’s Proof You’re More Qualified Than You Think

Ever skimmed a job description and immediately counted yourself out? In this episode, I’m breaking down the most overlooked signs that you’re more qualified than you think, and the mindset shifts that help you finally own your value. We’ll unpack the exact patterns I see in clients who go from underestimating themselves to landing interviews at companies like Apple and beyond. If you’ve ever second-guessed your title, your experience, or your ability to level up, this is the clarity and confi...

4 months ago

19 minutes

The Level Up Podcast

AI Is Hurting Your Job Search, Here’s Why

Think AI is helping your job search? It might actually be hurting it. If you’ve ever asked ChatGPT to write your resume, figure out what roles to apply to, or prep you for interviews, this episode is a must-listen. Because here’s the truth: AI is here to stay but using it the wrong way can hinder your job search progress and career opportunities. This episode reveals how to stop using ChatGPT like everyone else, and how to start using it like the candidates who actually get hired. Want the Ch...

4 months ago

19 minutes