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Adulting is a Work in Progress: Why Those Who Ask "Where Do You See Yourself in Five Years?" Are Lazy Interviewers and Managers
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In this episode of Spilling the T Adelle Desouza, founder of HireHigher, shares her unconventional yet inspiring career journey, challenging the traditional five-year plan mentality. From starting as a marketing assistant to becoming a marketing director and business founder in just 12 years, Adelle's success is a testament to the power of continuous skill development and seizing opportunities rather than sticking to a rigid career path.
Adelle opens up about why the ubiquitous "five-year plan" question can be disconcerting and unproductive, especially in today’s unpredictable job market shaped by the pandemic, hybrid working, and the dynamic TikTok generation. She highlights how the academic system's structured progression fosters unrealistic career expectations, leading many young professionals to fear failure when their careers don’t follow a straight line.
Drawing from her own experiences, including being made redundant at 27, Adelle emphasizes the importance of resilience, finding mentors, and remaining open to various opportunities. Tune in to discover how embracing the unpredictability of your career can lead to unexpected and fulfilling success.
SheCanCode is a collaborative community of women in tech working together to tackle the tech gender gap.
Join our community to find a supportive network, opportunities, guidance and jobs, so you can excel in your tech career.
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1. Challenging Traditional Career Paths (00:00:00)
2. Career Planning in a Changing World (00:10:01)
3. Navigating Career Pathways and Skill Development (00:19:37)
4. Rethinking Career Expectations and Progression (00:26:08)
5. Embracing Failure in Career Planning (00:35:47)
6. Navigating Career Challenges With Perspective (00:41:54)
170 episod
Manage episode 454938229 series 3420924
In this episode of Spilling the T Adelle Desouza, founder of HireHigher, shares her unconventional yet inspiring career journey, challenging the traditional five-year plan mentality. From starting as a marketing assistant to becoming a marketing director and business founder in just 12 years, Adelle's success is a testament to the power of continuous skill development and seizing opportunities rather than sticking to a rigid career path.
Adelle opens up about why the ubiquitous "five-year plan" question can be disconcerting and unproductive, especially in today’s unpredictable job market shaped by the pandemic, hybrid working, and the dynamic TikTok generation. She highlights how the academic system's structured progression fosters unrealistic career expectations, leading many young professionals to fear failure when their careers don’t follow a straight line.
Drawing from her own experiences, including being made redundant at 27, Adelle emphasizes the importance of resilience, finding mentors, and remaining open to various opportunities. Tune in to discover how embracing the unpredictability of your career can lead to unexpected and fulfilling success.
SheCanCode is a collaborative community of women in tech working together to tackle the tech gender gap.
Join our community to find a supportive network, opportunities, guidance and jobs, so you can excel in your tech career.
Bab
1. Challenging Traditional Career Paths (00:00:00)
2. Career Planning in a Changing World (00:10:01)
3. Navigating Career Pathways and Skill Development (00:19:37)
4. Rethinking Career Expectations and Progression (00:26:08)
5. Embracing Failure in Career Planning (00:35:47)
6. Navigating Career Challenges With Perspective (00:41:54)
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