Grounded, Then Soaring: Alisha Colón-Marinelli on Turning a Layoff into a Launchpad

In this heartfelt episode of Open to Work Beyond the Label, host Laura Colón sits down with her sister, Alisha Colón, to explore her inspiring career pivot from healthcare to human resources. Alisha opens up about being laid off during the pandemic, the emotional toll it took, and how she found strength through family, self-reflection, and persistence. She shares practical advice for job seekers, from the power of networking to the importance of authenticity and research in the interview process. Alisha’s story is a reminder that even in moments of uncertainty, resilience and faith can lead to greater clarity and purpose.