Ever find yourself scrolling LinkedIn, wondering how everyone else seems to land jobs they actually love—while you’re stuck in a role that drains you? Do you bounce between “I know I’m made for more” and “But what if I can’t find something better?” Tired of winging your job search, second-guessing your next move, and settling for meh opportunities just because they’re familiar? Welcome to The Level Up Podcast—your go-to place for elevating your career without sacrificing your peace or joy. Hosted by career strategist and Forbes contributor Adunola Adeshola, this podcast is here to help you stop playing small and start landing roles where you’re seen, valued, and paid what you’re worth. Each week, Adunola breaks down what it really takes to make bold career moves with clarity and confidence—minus the fluff, gimmicks, or tired “just keep applying” advice. Expect real strategies, expert insights, and the mindset shifts you need to navigate today’s job market like a pro. From redefining what a dream job actually looks like to mastering the skills that make you a top candidate, this podcast is your inside track to making your next career move your best one yet. If you’re done waiting for things to change and ready to make them happen—hit play. Your next level starts now. 🎧✨
This holiday, the dreaded question is coming… “So, how’s work going?”
If you’ve ever wanted to hide in the bathroom when someone asks about your job at a holiday party, this episode is for you.
I’m breaking down exactly how to answer career questions with clarity and confidence even if you’re unhappy, unsure, or in between roles right now.
We’ll cover:
💎 What to say when you’re not loving your job
💎 How to keep it short, real, and al...
Feeling stuck in a job that’s stable, but no longer satisfying? If you’ve been wondering whether it’s crazy to leave something “safe” just because you want more… this episode is for you.
In this honest conversation, I answer a heartfelt listener question from someone who’s been in the same role for 8 years, who's wondering if it's time for a change, even though the market feels shaky.
We’ll t...
Can you really have a stable career in today's economy? If you've been silently asking yourself this question amidst all the chaos in the job market, you're not alone.
The truth is career stability is changing and if you keep trying to follow the old rules, you'll continue to feel blindsided. That's why today's episode breaks down the five critical steps you need to take to future-proof your career in ...
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-...
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 ou...
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 STEP...
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 str...
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 happen...
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 s...
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...
“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 p...
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 j...
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...
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 ...
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:
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 lett...
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 ...
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 ...
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 curr...
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 const...
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