The Layoff Podcast

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 workers across the globe. Here are the ending statistics regarding layoffs in 2023: https://techcrunch.com/2023/12/4/tech-layoffs-2023-list/ Layoffs are 50% higher than 2022 with over 240,000 reported jobs lost and climbing (Big Tech) https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackkelly/2023/02/07/layoffs-are-harming-the-mental-health-of-workers-making-them-feel-vulnerable-and-disposable/?sh=58238c58667e Layoffs are harming the mental health of workers (since 2022) https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-05-01/corporate-america-focuses-on-cost-cuts-and-layoffs-not-growth?embedded-checkout=true https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKD1iRvsjHA Layoffs are intended to harm the economy and billionaires are intentional about RIF.

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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Daniel Lipson Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 workers and job seekers.   Things Mentioned: NueroTalent Consulting - https://www.neurotalentconsulting.com Irene Henricksen - https://www.linkedin.com/in/irenehenriksen0/ Burnett Grant - https://www.linkedin.com/in/burnettgrant/ Bernard Grant - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernardgrant/ Article - Tim Gurner apologizes over call for more unemployment to fix worker attitudes - https://www.bbc.com/news/business-66803279 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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Faith Saenz Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 insights for both companies and job seekers.  Things Mentioned: Win Every Interview - https://wineveryinterview.com/ 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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Terri Lies Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Marie Casey Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 looking back what he would have done differently), and why you might prefer taking a full-time role over growing a side hustle into your main job.  Things Mentioned: The Silent Depression - https://www.amazon.com/Silent-Depression-Twenty-Five-Squeeze-Decline/dp/0393312828#:~:text=When%20several%20key%20economic%20indicators,will%20help%20speed%20the%20economy%27s Stratego Game  - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stratego 7 Wonders Duel Game - https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/173346/7-wonders-duel Win Every Interview - https://wineveryinterview.com/ 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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Caleb Rule Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 season.  State of market sources https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/04/economy/july-jobs-report-final/index.html https://careercloud.com/current-state-of-the-job-market/#:~:text=The%20labor%20force%20participation%20rate%20ticked%20up%20to%2062.8%25%20after,point%20to%203.8%25%20in%20July. https://apnews.com/article/unemployment-jobs-labor-economy-layoffs-f69a8feeff8611766588eef2d51f29bb September surge sources https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-september-surge-ayanna-e-jackson/ https://news.yahoo.com/black-women-ahead-september-surge-173000490.html https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/september-surge-tips-37299879 Content Creators: Cinneah El-Amin with Flynanced LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/cinneahelamin/ Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/fly.nanced/ Christian Lovell with Careers by Chris Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/careersbychris/ Tori Dunlap with Herfirst100k LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/toridunlap/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/herfirst100k/ Julie Harris with Stilbe LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-a-harris/ Stilbe - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stilbe/ Faith Saenz LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-saenz-5559a386/ NeuroTalent Consulting - https://www.linkedin.com/company/neurotalent-consulting/ Alan Stein LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanjstein/ Kadima Careers - https://www.linkedin.com/company/kadimacareers/ Sara Flip LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahflip/ Win Every Interview - https://www.linkedin.com/company/wineveryinterview/ Dan Goodman LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-goodman2001/ TruCommish - https://www.linkedin.com/company/trucommish/ 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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 the show visit us at www.thelayoffpod.com.  To support the show you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Jeff Lupinacci Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 she searches for her next role.  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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Caterina Torres Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 that job hunters are navigating.   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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Smita Philip Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 knowing your rights in the event of a layoff or termination.  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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Carla Wright Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 perspective as a recruiter, and her new journey into entrepreneurship.  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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Christina Nevin Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 Life Mass layoffs: A history of mass layoffs from Quartz 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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 Oliva to discuss the importance of an emergency fund, working remote outside of the US, and the stigma behind job hopping.  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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Olivia Blase Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 Analytics, and has a track record of success in executing impactful ad campaigns across multiple platforms.   In this episode she chats with Marissa about the differences (and unfortunate similarities) between unemployment benefits in America and Canada, improvements that can be made in the interview process, and how she hasn’t lost her sense of humor since she’s been open to work.  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 you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Meredith Mitchell Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 with our guest for an opportunity to work with her and her team at Loud, Tall, Marketing or to apply to be featured on the show visit us at www.thelayoffpod.com. To support the show you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Morgan Hendrix   Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 at www.thelayoffpod.com.  To support the show you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Thomas Joseph   Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 www.thelayoffpod.com.  To support the show you can follow us on Linkedin, Facebook, and Instagram. You can also leave us a review and subscribe to the show, so you never miss an episode.  Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Mhyrynde Noa Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK  https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof...  Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4

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 pros and cons of working at a startup.       To connect with our guests for an opportunity or to apply to be featured on the show visit us at www.thelayoffpod.com/be-a-guest   To support the show you can follow us on Linkedin, leave us a review, and subscribe so you never miss an episode.   Host: Marissa Alonzo Ackerman Guest: Giana Petrichella Producer: Abel Ozuna Editor: Lauren Lynch Music: Miami Sunset by JAK https://soundcloud.com/arkadenmusicof... Support by RFM - NCM: https://rb.gy/zltc4   The views and opinions expressed in this show are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent.

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 forward. We will see you all there!

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 opportunity.  LinkedIn Profile (Marissa Alonzo-Ackerman) https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissaackerman/LinkedIn Profile (The Layoff Podcast) https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-layoff-pod/ Website: www.thelayoffpod.com I nterest form: https://form.jotform.com/232043486746056 Resources and materials: (layoff stats): https://www.demandsage.com/layoff-statistics/ Social (Instagram): @the_layoff_podcast

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.