
Leadership Resources From Marisa’s Desk
FREEBIE: Strengths Alignment Checklist
I created this practical, no-fluff tool to help you reconnect with your strengths, realign your leadership vision, and RISE. Download it here! →
Advocating for your career in 2025
With shifting workplace dynamics and fewer formal DEI initiatives, it’s up to you to take control, communicate your value, and position yourself for success. In 2025, advocating for yourself at work is more important than ever. I’m here to help! →
Can I really bring my cultural identity to work?
Your cultural identity is your leadership superpower. By embracing your unique perspective, you cultivate authentic connections, foster trust, and drive meaningful innovation. Let’s celebrate your lasting impact where diversity is your source of strength →
Building Your Authentic Leadership Legacy: 3 Action Steps for Honoring Women’s History Month
Your leadership legacy is built with every bold step you take. This Women’s History Month, honor the past by shaping the future—lead with hope, courage, and authenticity. Let’s rise together →
2024: A year of perseverance
Come along with me for a look back on the highs, lows, and key insights from 2024, the inaugural year of Rising Legacy! I reflect on the evolving landscape of DEI, the power of pivoting, my north star, and what’s next for empowering women of color in leadership. →
What “legacy” means to me
Have you ever wondered what your legacy will look like? As multicultural women leaders, we have a unique opportunity to inspire and uplift others. If you’re wanting to think more deeply about the impact you’re making NOW, I wrote this one for you! →
Creating a career development roadmap [free download!]
Feeling like you’ve lost track of the finish line in your career? I made a tool for you! Learn more about my Career Development Roadmap and pick up some tips for finding your path. →
Mosaic Mentorship: Rhonda Askeland
Mentor and friend Rhonda Askeland shares her thoughts on EQ, AI, and what leadership might look like in 2074. I’m excited to share my Rhonda’s wise words with you! →
3 steps toward advocating for your career
Your career goals will stay in your notebook unless you learn how to advocate for your career. Here are 3 tips to help you build confidence for the conversations you need to succeed. →
Mosaic Mentorship: Nicole Dobransky
On asking for mentorship, trust, recovering from failure, and consistently working to achieve new goals. I’m excited to share my mentor (and fitness coach) Nicole with you! →
5 things you should do periodically to assess your career path
So you’re in a leadership role… but are you where you want to be? Here are 5 things you can commit to do for yourself to make sure you’re moving in the right direction. This post is perfect for newly promoted leaders looking to own their career path and embrace their journey! →
Mosaic Mentorship: Cherie Aplin
Even mentors have mentors. We can ALL benefit from someone who can help us see our blind spots and reveal high-value opportunities! Read Cherie’s mentor moment for a great example →
My 5 core wellness strategies for women leaders
Your health has a direct impact on how you show up in all areas of your life – including your leadership. Here, I share my journey and the upgrades I’ve made that enable me to be a stronger leader and to show up more grounded in all areas of my life. →
Mosaic Mentorship: Irene Baldoz
I have a very special mentor for you to meet this May. Can you guess? →
Mosaic Mentorship: Laura Dellinger
Meet my executive coach, Laura – coach, consultant, and catalyst. In this Q&A, we talk about trust, the current state of DEI, and Laura’s mantra for staying present. →
Mosaic Mentorship: Penny Collins
New blog series! In the following months, I’m going to be introducing you to my mentors. First up, I’m excited for you to meet Penny Collins, VP & Head of Human Resources at Edwards Lifesciences. →
Celebrating Women in Multicultural Leadership
In honor of Women’s History Month, this post is a celebration of all my multicultural women leaders. I see you! →
Why leadership mentoring is important
You should never lead alone. Here are my tips on finding a leadership mentor, how to build a “leadership committee,” and a handful of questions you can ask to get the most out of this legacy-building relationship →
Elevate your communication with active listening
Sometimes the greatest managers look a lot like counselors. One of the top ways to improve your conversations is by developing your capacity for active listening – read on for some tips that will help you personally have a powerful influence on your workplace culture. →
Developing the art of positive self-talk
Ever thought about the impact of your self-talk? Discover our empowering process and secure your practical positive self-talk guide.