Where are you now and where do you want to be in your career?

Gordon Tredgold
HR Weekly, Top 3 Most Influential People in HR, Inc. Magazine
How does the course work?
Enjoy ten 90-minute interactive coaching calls laser-focused on your professional and personal development. Walk through each step of the program, discuss assignments, learn from personal stories and real work scenarios. Ask questions that will help you overcome current challenges. Plan your next steps in action plan huddles each week (learn more below) and implement learning with a support system.
Jumpstart your journey with a pre-program module to set yourself up for success. Implement with step-by-step course content, weekly assignments, checklists and scripts for difficult conversations. Replay lesson modules and class discussions and gain behind the scenes insights for each topic. Enjoy LIFETIME ACCESS to the full program and future updates as it's extended to meet future learning goals.
Receive weekly check in emails to guide you through the course, recaps from coaching calls and reminders to keep you accountable to your career goals. Step into actions that invite you to lean into marketing your expertise. Plan and prepare for key meetings or presentations using the strategies we discuss. Receive fresh perspectives on actions you can take and challenges that give you a 'gutsy nudge' to stay committed to your goals.
Take the opportunity to jump in on coaching calls in action plan huddles where we address a difficult circumstance, answer a question, catch you up on any classes, give extra guidance or review progress. Gain honest feedback and advice on anything you intend to implement that week or direction on next steps should you feel stuck.
At the close of the program, schedule a private debrief with me. At this stage, I have a solid understanding of what you are authentically aligned towards in your career and will intuitively listen to what you're not saying as much as what you are, in terms of your career direction and next steps.
COURSE AGENDA
When you invest in yourself, that's when others do too. Own your personal power to create opportunities.
Leverage relationships without being perceived as "too pushy" or offending anyone.
When you know how to strategically position yourself as a leader who is seen and heard, you become respected, gain recognition and opportunities to consistently move into more leadership and increase your impact over time.




Coaching with Marisa supported me to take ownership of my skills and attributes which I had been grossly overlooking. Her willingness to provide feedback quickly on my pressing projects was invaluable with her keen eye and relevant input. I truly appreciate her breadth of knowledge in the business space and how she would always find a resource for me even in areas that were not her specialty. Marisa's vault is quite extensive and provides powerful training on leadership and skill building. I definitely up-leveled my self-efficacy, consistency and level of commitment to my vision with her Gutsy Leadership coaching.
Before working with Marisa, I didn't have consistent weekly reviews of my progress and often set unrealistic expectations each week. After working with Marisa, I've increased my clarity on what I want, where I'm going and set small achievable goals to create and sustain momentum without paralyzing me with overwhelm. I am growing my coaching practice in a way that reflects my commitment to self care and ease instead of burning the candle at both ends or grinding each day.

Yvette Gorman-Holmes
Mind-Body Wellness Coach for Women
"It has been transformational to come to a class like this, no matter how tired or how exhausted you may be prior to joining the calls where you are still stimulated, and get so much valuable advice out of it. Marisa is such an inspirational trainer and coach. I love her teachings, just hearing her voice when the calls kick off, excites me to want to participate and show up so much more powerfully each time in my own life."

Jacqueline Rosa
Citywide Transportation Analyst, Government Sector
"Marisa, I'm willing to put in the effort in to continue this journey with you, consistently improve and stay focused. This program has COMPLETELY IMPROVED how I see myself and where I put my focus.
Before, I felt stagnant and knew I needed to grow. Feeling plateaued, I joined this program and was ready for the next step - being visible, speaking up more. My mindset was the biggest transformation. I naturally own and clearly communicate my value now that I'm equipped with the tools I needed.

Amina Campbell
Director Strategic Financial Planning
"What began as career goal to accelerate growth and breakthrough to the next level is now a lifestyle change! The ability to work with Marisa and network with an extraordinary community of risk-takers and change agents is priceless. I am now a Director leading strategic initiatives and on the Board of Directors for a global literary education organization!"

Kia Brown-Dudley
Director and Impact Strategist in Literary Education

Meet Your career COACH
I'm a former tech executive with a two-decade career on Wall St. Today I am a career coach, author, corporate leadership trainer, author and TEDx speaker as well as the founder of the career platform, In Our Shoes.
My work is not based on academic research, theory or feel-good advice. It is based on two decades of practical strategies to navigate as a business leader and lead with impact at every level: midcareer, senior leader, executive or emerging leader. The proven leadership method I teach is also based on years of coaching professionals in all of those shoes.
I also write a national career column for American City Business Journals, covering their how-to career and business strategy sections across 44 cities in the United States.
Owning your authority is being in a career where your voice is valued and trusting yourself to make decisions that impact change.

How would you feel if you were always clearly understood when speaking or presenting in meetings, because you owned the value you add, each time?
What if you embraced the fear of failure when leading in a new role with more responsibility?
What if you trusted your instincts to make the best decision when considering the next stage of your career?
How do you feel about building relationships with those who are happy to refer you on and get you in front of the right people?
What kind of professional is this program designed for?
The course is tailored for those seeking to fast-track to a new senior role and thrive in a position that builds their leadership brand, those just starting to work with a new team and those preparing to make a career transition or career change.
If you have professional experience and specific skillsets under your belt, this course is designed to help you package that, as a product so that you can market yourself either by growing further where you are in your current organization, taking your career portfolio and leveraging it elsewhere for someone else, or going out on your own testing the waters as a service provider.
What do I actually get when I enroll?
You receive:
-10 coaching calls (based on your time zone), followed by weekly check-ins and accountability. Calls follow each module in the program and are split between covering course work, addressing your personal challenges and action plan huddles to support your implementation and progress.
- A private debrief session at the close of the program.
-The complete step-by-step career course with action guide workbooks, worksheets and lifetime access.
-3 BONUS courses, held previously in our professional community:
-BONUS #1 "Breakthrough from Fear to Action" interactive live masterclass.
-BONUS #2 "Map out a 90-Day Career Plan with a Strategy" course with templates to draft your first strategy plan.
-BONUS #3 Career Storytelling course: "How to Write a Winning Resume that Sells" with templates to plug your assets into.
-A Meet and Greet call to introduce ourselves, this is meant to be social, and fun. Share a little about yourself, your goals and invite in a support network you can trust.
What if I'm unclear of my career path and I have no idea of my new direction?
Many professionals share that they want to be more purpose-driven and intentional in their careers, especially if they choose to go for a management role or move into consulting for example.
At the very start of the program, we walk through how to align to what your purpose is, referred to as your 'Why'. When people understand your Why, you receive the resources, opportunities and people you need to reach your goals. We continue uncovering this, where you will go deeper and realize what motivates you and has you feel impactful in your life and why doing work that fulfills you feels right and aligned to who you are holistically.
Aside from attending the live calls and enrolling in the training program, how else am I supported in the program?
You have the opportunity to schedule a private debrief session to discuss your next steps and ask any questions you need, following the program.
You also receive accountability each week throughout our time together. Every week you will receive accountability check-ins as a reminder of any commitments you have shared.
Additionally you receive the three BONUS courses:
*Breakthrough from Fear to Action (this is held as a live class together),
*Map Out a Realistic 90-Day Career Plan with a Strategy course and the
*Resume and LinkedIn course.
What if I'm unsure of my next role? I'm not yet clear on what I should be looking for. Wouldn't I fall behind?
Between the course and the conversations we have here, including the action huddle implementation sessions, you will gain clarity around what you bring to the table. Together we will discover how professional prospects would benefit from the assets you lead with, and highlight these, in every communication channel: during key conversations, e-mail outreach, building relationships, your resume, LinkedIn and so much more.
How does the BONUS Fear workshop work?
This will be held as a live interactive 90-minute masterclass where you will choose one area of your life where fear is stopping you from growth. Many people let fear stop them from taking the necessary steps to achieve their goals. If that sounds like you, you're not alone. Successful people, feel the fear but don’t let it keep them from doing anything they want to do—or have to do. They understand that fear is something to be acknowledged, experienced, and taken along for the ride. Together we will work through a toolkit of breakthrough methods to deal with fear and take action.
What if my time is limited due to a fluctuating work schedule or an unforeseen conflict with another commitment?
Professionals who have attended this program lead very busy lives between work, family and travel. For these reasons, the program was designed to put you in control. While it offers a weekly plan of comprehensive, step-by-step support, you are always in charge. You have access to every module in the course each week to replay and access all assignments at any time. That means you can spend as much or as little time with any module as you want. If you need to step away, you can pick right up where you left off. This allows you to customize the program to serve your needs and work for how you live your life.
You can also join the next coaching call or action huddle. Should you not be able to attend, send in your question(s) ahead and you will receive a personal response from me either on the call itself or in the form of a personal audio voice mail from me.
You can show up to simply “listen in” or jump in with a quick question or ask about the content you have missed. Many join simply for the motivation of being around others and hearing their individual challenges.
Lastly, don't forget you can also schedule a private debrief after the course ends to discuss any areas you may have missed and how you can get back on track implementing.
If you feel this program is right for you, but are concerned about time commitment, you have a lot of flexibility to catch up both live and online in between classes. I've got your back!
What if I have just started a new position or recently moved in my career?
Congratulations, you are in the right place!
Even if you just started a new position, on Day 1, you are always looking for your next opportunity. Are you ready to be seen as someone who makes a positive impact in their field and create your next growth opportunity? That's what this program is about at any stage of your career; it's about the long game.
What we mean is, having a strategy in place so that you position yourself for further growth, visibility, increasing your network and impact.
Many professionals who enroll as soon as one-week after starting a new position or are one-year in. If you are wired for growth, this program will show you how to consistently advance in your career, doing work that fulfills you and where you are making a positive impact.
What if I'm technically not in a senior role right now?
Just because you may not have the title or level you want yet, or even direct reports, doesn’t mean you aren’t qualified to advance to a new role. Many here have struggled with Imposter Syndrome. You won’t have to question yourself or what results you truly bring to a certain opportunity and how you need to change to be attractive to a potential employer.
No more doubting whether you’re good enough because right now people want to feel connected and that requires being human and addressing the elephant in the room: leading through change.
When you own your story and achievements, you stand out, become visible and project confidence that others will feel. Opportunities don’t show up only for those who already have the level or title. Demonstrating leadership is when opportunities show up.
Preparation meets opportunity.
Does the program work for consultants and small business owners?
YES! We have had small business owners and those just beginning as entrepreneurs join past cohorts. The foundation of this program is based on on marketing yourself whether you are working for an employer or for yourself. In both roles, you have clients and are seeking to make a bigger impact, doing work that fulfills you and from which you can further grow.
I tend to procrastinate or get busy. What if I fall behind?
After running this program many times, we've listened and learned. It's why we've factored in, action huddles throughout our time together. There is a consistent open line of communication to support you throughout, whenever you need to catch up.
Doing work that you are passionate about will take as much time and a lot less energy than the work we do not enjoy and as a rule we become better parents and partners when we follow a path where we feel purposeful and we’re making an impact, not to mention where you’re being compensated accordingly.
How long does it take to go through the program?
The course is 8-weeks of live calls followed by a private debrief session to discuss next steps, quick wins you can make and implementation of material learned. All courses are available for a lifetime.
How soon can I start, once I have access?
You are given access immediately to a jumpstart pre-course module and full career program as soon as you complete enrollment.
What is the format of each live call and training class?
The sessions are held interactively with a dedicated audio line for phone dial-in (international conference lines sent). There is no video "zoom" interface required. Calls generally run for 90-minutes. Depending on the number of questions asked, they can sometimes run longer. You are free to jump off should you need to end early as all calls are recorded for later replay within the week.
In the current environment, is it selfish to want to more in my career?
In any area of your life, your needs and circumstances are always changing. Preparation meets opportunity. Most people live conditional lives, where they wait for XYZ event to happen before doing something that can take their career to the next level. However, often when opportunities arrive, it is easy to talk ourselves out of them if we are not mentally and professionally ready.
If you believe you deserve happiness and success, and are ready to maximize your growth, this program is to have you be prepared for those opportunities when they arrive.
Yes! After the course ends, you are given lifetime access to all courses and course materials, including our calls.
I am based outside of the United States. How would I attend?
Professionals in the UK and Europe have attended our programs. Live calls are held at convenient times to suit your local time zone. You will be given a dedicated phone line for your local city.
How long will I have access to the program?
You will have lifetime access and continual updates to the program, for as long as this product is offered.
I have already taken the program and would like to receive coaching. Can I enroll again?
You sure can. Get in touch at school@inrshoes.com and we will share the Alumni benefits you receive!
What if I have a question or need support?
My team and I are always here to help. Simply email us at school@inrshoes.com, and we’ll be happy to assist you. Let us know the best times to reach you, if you prefer we call you.
The "Own Your Authority Deep Dive" was a much needed shot of adrenaline for me. Coming here and having these conversations where you are looking towards your professional future, gives you hope that you can create what you want and exactly how. Marisa talks you through work situations to prepare you to have the tough conversations you need, because you have thought it through ahead with her and were exactly what I needed. I am comfortable trusting my gut, expressing myself fully, and doing what my heart tells me that I need to do as an authentic leader.

Lenore Damond
Managing Director, Airline Sector
"Renewed self-confidence and assertiveness! Marisa’s guidance empowered me to identify opportunities for 5% growth, with a charge to do 5 things outside of my comfort zone. I took an assessment of what I wanted to improve on, made a commitment to make changes, and began seeing and feeling results within the same week.
Since training and coaching with Marisa, I have launched our central leadership team and had a 1-to-1 conversation with my commissioner on the resources I need to centralize my team’s operations and grow the team as my own leadership role grows."

Jeffrey Malamy
Project Manager, Department of Transportation
"I work in an industry that is not always the easiest to obtain a job if you are not being referred, and is extremely competitive. I knew I needed to step up my game to catch the attention of recruiters to stay in the 6-figure salary range. Marisa’s unique ability to prepare you for those 6-figure positions, resume format, style is paralleling. Within a week of submitting my resume, I was receiving emails and calls for interviews! Her brilliance and endless encouraging talks which prepared me for where I am today."

Dora Raine-Islamovic
Business Development Strategy
"Life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. One of the biggest takeaways from Marisa’s coaching is that if something is not working then take action and trust your instincts. I needed to find a new job and strong support on how to execute my plan. Staying positive, and staying the course with a plan is not easy to do on your own. In less than three months I secured the job I wanted, switching to a new industry and moving. I needed a “just go for it” push. Your mind will block you from doing certain things. Although I was prepared to move without a job, I had to think about it in a different way. Marisa encouraged me that I can do whatever I want. if something does happen along the way, we would handle it together, with a positive perspective. I needed someone to punch holes in my plan to catch my blind spots.""

Luis Soriano
Senior Project Manager
"Marisa! Sharing my good news with you that I got the job! They called to make an offer this morning and are sending today or tomorrow. I am so relieved. Thank you so much for all of your help! I might actually have some time now to go through the course again to stay on track with everything and continue to be properly mentored as I start this new role, thank you!

Erika McCowan
Senior CPA and Grants Officer, Spokane County, Washington
"Are leaders born or made? Leaders are those who stand up and own their authority. Marisa’s teachings provide the missing piece for many – the leadership mindset needed and how to leverage your skills to fulfill your potential and become the leader you were meant to be.

Gordon Tredgold
HR Weekly, Top 3 Most Influential People HR
"I have seen incredible results by setting boundaries in my practice and saying NO where I need. I absolutely needed this course. I’m now setting up expectations with patients, creating and setting my office policy and training my staff – editing all our emails based on this advice. Marisa helped me through a difficult transition in my job. She guided me to find the right words to discuss my resignation. It’s hard to be a woman and balance the alpha and beta in your job. Before working with you Marisa, I was a complete pushover at work. Then I started standing up for myself in ways that I never thought possible. The 3 most significant improvements I made were in my new job, a new approach to interactions with my boss. A new approach to emails."

Dr. Dorothy Fink
Endocrinologist, NYU Langone
We offer a 14-day money back guarantee of this course. If you are not completely satisfied, you can alert us within 14 days of the enrollment date. Upon requesting a refund, within the applicable time period, we will cancel your registration and issue you a full refund, no questions asked.
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