The Layoff Podcast host, Marissa Alonzo-Ackerman, signs off one last time. The Layoff Podcast was intended to be a platform that supported a collaborative space between jobseekers, companies, and recruiters. The Layoff Podcast followed the stories of jobseekers impacted by layoffs, their journey to find their next chapter, and more. The Layoff Podcast was the only platform dedicated to sharing stories and was met with heavy criticism for sharing the reality of layoff impacts to...

Daniel Lipson is a bay area-based marketing manager and creative product storyteller - constantly exploring, researching, and revising. On this week’s episode Daniel chats with our host about the great Chat GPT debate amongst creatives, the importance of showcasing your work outside of your resume, and how he’s leveraging conferences in his job search.  To connect with our guest for an opportunity or to apply to be featured on the show visit us at www.thelayoffpod.com.  To support the show...

Today’s episode is a little different as our guest isn’t currently #opentowork. Faith Saenz is the founder of NeuroTalent Consulting, is an autistic-led company whose mission is to bridge the gap in communication between neurotypical hiring teams, and autistic talent.  Faith spent some time with our host Marissa to discuss how her time at twitter (and eventual layoff) lead to the creation of her business, why DEI is so important to businesses, and how you can be a better ally to disabled...

Terri Lies is a highly energetic and influential Talent Leader with a robust track record of measurable accomplishments. Based in Detroit, Michigan, she has a great reputation in the Talent Acquisition/Management/Recruiting and HR space. While Terri is currently #opentowork in this episode her and host Marissa focus on the current market and hiring process. With over a decade in the recruiting industry, and experience on both sides of the table, she breaks down expectations and actionable...

Marie Casey is a Boston based professional who specializes in transforming operations that enable efficiency and growth by building solid business solutions based on lean methodologies and engineering principles. In this episode Marie talks to Marissa about the big differences between her 2001 layoff and now, how to be intentional when building and nurturing professional relationships, and her opinions on the hiring process as a professional who improves processes for a living.  To connect...

We’re back for season two and we’re kicking things off with another job seeker! Caleb Rule is a Georgia based marketer that has helped companies drive millions in revenue, He has over a decade of experience in marketing and recently served as the Director of Marketing for a management consulting group.  In this episode Caleb Joins our host, Marissa, to discuss how your career may require a title step back in order to move forward, some of the warning signs he saw before being laid off (and...

It’s the end of season one of The Layoff podcast, and we celebrated with our first in studio episode! Marissa sat down with our editor to discuss the current state of the market, the “September Surge”, and several free resources to assist you in your job search.  Don’t worry – we’re already recording episodes for season 2 and will be back on the air soon. We can’t thank you enough for all of your support in season one and are looking forward to serving this incredible community next...

We have a special episode today with the co-founder of Evolve HR Solutions – Jeff Lupinacci! Jeff is a seasoned recruiter and HR professional who joined Marissa to discuss some tips and tricks to help job seekers land a role in this tough market.  They’ll cover things like narrowing down job titles for a wider selection of roles, answering tough questions on job applications, and navigating the LinkedIn algorithm.  To connect with our guest for an opportunity or to apply to be featured on...

Caterina Torres is a California based PLG Process, Systems, and Data SME. We loved chatting with Caterina for this episode! Unfortunately, this is not her first layoff however we loved her great attitude and valuable insight as someone who has been through this before and landed a job on the other side. Listen in as we discuss some of Caterina’s tips and tricks for job hunting, how she’s applying her data analytics skills to her job search, and how she’s focusing on building her network as...

Smita Philip is a California based recruiter with almost a decade of experience in efficiently placing candidates in Engineering, Enterprise, Localization, Education, Logistics, Ecommerce, and Healthcare roles. Her experience has given her the ability to identify top talent and understand the unique requirements of different business functions. Listen in as Marissa and Smita discuss the lack of clarity from hiring managers, the art of recruiting, and the massive gap in salaries and benefits...

Carla Wright is a highly seasoned and results-oriented Marketing and Communications Director with demonstrated success in optimizing a brand’s digital presence, driving traffic, accelerating growth, spearheading public relations, and increasing profitability in fast-paced, highly dynamic environments. In this episode Carla and Marissa discuss Carla’s previous experience with layoffs (and what warning signs she looks out for), different things to consider when working side hustles, and...

Christina is a full cycle recruiter based in San Antonio, TX who thrives on building relationships not only within her organization but with her candidates. Being able to provide the best experience is a critical component to a successful hire. Her ability to think outside of the box allows her to successfully place new hires with the right team and focus on retention, not just a filled position. In this episode Marissa chats with Christina about internalized shame around layoffs, her unique...

This episode looks a little different as Host Marissa sits down with our editor, Lauren Lynch, to discuss several topics relevant to layoffs. They’ll chat about the history of layoffs in the United States, the WARN Act of 1989, what rights you may give up when signing and NDA, and what it means to be an at will employee.  Sources: The Disposable American by Louis Uchitelle The Jungle by Upton Sinclair Employees Sue Twitter for violation of WARN Act WARN Act Conglom-O from Rocko’s Modern...

Olivia Blase is a motivated individual who works well on teams and in cross-cultural settings. Her skill sets and work ethic have largely been shaped by her experiences working in cross-cultural settings and on diverse teams. Nothing brings her more joy than learning about others and serving those she encounters! Her skill sets lie in writing/editing, organization, coordinating events, volunteer management, customer service, research and collaborative work. In this episode we sit down with...

After seeing Meredith Mitchells viral LinkedIn post about her layoff we knew we had to get her on the show! Meredith is a Toronto based results-driven marketing professional with a passion for driving business and audience growth through research-based and innovative strategies. Her expertise spans research, analytics, graphic design, social media, content creation, SEO, and project management. She is proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Google Ads, photo and video editing, and Google...

This week's guest is Morgan Hendrix, a several time layoff survivor turned business owner ready to tackle on her next adventure on her own terms—landing clients ready for some Loud, Tall, Marketing! In this episode, Morgan discusses the journey she took to navigate a COVID layoff, pivoting, and learning about herself and how to set boundaries. She shares insightful knowledge as someone who bet on herself wholeheartedly and continues to strive to be the best at what she does. To connect...

Curious on what is coming up? Here is a rundown of what to look out for: 1. EIGHT more jobseekers stories to round out Season 1 2. ONE amazingly insightful tips and tricks episode with an executive search and recruiting expert 3. ONE detail-oriented, data-centric rundown of the job market and what we see going into 2024 (you don't want to miss this one!) 4. ONE *secret surprise* episode So much to look forward too! See you there :)

This week's guest is Thomas Joseph, an intentionally focused ed-tech professional with a strategic goal in mind.  In this episode, Thomas (TJ)  discusses the plan of action he has taken to book multiple interviews within the first few weeks of being laid off, how he streamlined his process on finding goal companies to potentially work with, and what words of wisdom (and humor) keep him going.  To connect with our guest for an opportunity or to apply to be featured on the show visit us...

Our guest this week is Mhyrynde Noa, a highly resourceful and strategic New York-based Director of Human Resources with 16+ years of success spearheading transformative global HR initiatives. In this episode, Mhyrynde discusses the part-time and contract roles she’s taking on to provide for her family, expanding her skill sets by going back to school, and how layoffs truly don’t discriminate.  To connect with our guest for an opportunity or to apply to be featured on the show visit us at...

Today we’re chatting with Utah based marketing and brand expert, Giana Petrichella. Giana has over a decade of experience in multiple marketing roles including events, brand, marketing, and public relations. She’s worked in both established organizations and startups and is looking for her next role where she can help a company develop and build their brand.    In this episode we discuss the realities of her 5-month job hunt, how top executives can help improve the hiring process, and the...

Wow! We are blown away at the amount of people that have reached out and shown some love to our mission— to bridge the gap between jobseekers, recruiters, and companies by sharing the stories of jobseekers affected by layoffs and getting them to their next stage of their career. We have EIGHT new jobseekers and counting showing up in the next several episodes so tune in Mondays and Thursdays to learn more about them, who they are, what they are about, and what they are looking for going...

Listen in as our host and Founder, Marissa Alonzo-Ackerman shares the story behind The Layoff Podcast. Joined by editor and podcast expert, Abel Ozuna, Marissa speaks about the state of layoffs since 2020 and which sector has been the most affected. Marissa shares her experience with a layoff, background, and target roles she is looking for since she is #opentowork. Lastly, we share how interested potential guests can sign up and schedule themselves to be a guest on our show for this free...

The Layoff Podcast seeks to bridge the gap between jobseekers, recruiters, and companies. Tune in every week to hear stories from jobseekers #opentowork and how they pivoted during their layoff.