Episode 19 - Permission to Pivot: Why Laughter, Connection, and Courage Belong at Work

In this episode, Coley sits down with Alexis Castorina, a former corporate marketing leader turned consultant, coach, and comedian to talk about what happens when you stop living on autopilot and start listening to what's actually pulling at you. After spending nearly two decades in corporate America, Alexis saw it all: the success, the burnout, the politics, and the quiet disconnection that creates unnecessary struggle at work and in life. When she stepped away, she gave herself the space to reevaluate what she truly wanted and what she discovered was a deep need for connection, humanity, and play. What started as a love for making people laugh led Alexis into improv, onto stages, and into comedy. It was an unexpected path that helped her release shame, heal from life-altering experiences, and step far outside her comfort zone. Today, she blends her corporate expertise with humor, consulting, and coaching to help leaders and organizations reconnect in a changing workplace. This conversation is about dreaming bigger, chasing new adventures, and allowing yourself to do things differently...how you work, how you heal, and how you show up in the world. If you've ever felt the nudge to pivot, explore a creative outlet, or build a life that feels more connected and alive, this episode is for you. Tits Up!