Marissa Brassfield

Marissa Brassfield

Los Angeles
Trusted advisor, simplifier, and loving catalyst of your biggest and best initiatives. Discovering how to stretch time, maximize ease, and optimize work-life alignment.
Oct 23

How to Politely Escalate an Issue in the Workplace

In every professional setting, there comes a time when issues need to be escalated. Yet many hesitate, fearing they'
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Oct 16

Effective Communication Strategies for Remote Teams: Practical Solutions

Mastering remote communication isn't just a nice-to-have skill – it's essential for business success. Yet many teams
3 min read
Oct 09

Following Up Without Sounding Pushy: A Tactical Guide

In today's hyper-connected work environment, the ability to follow up effectively is a critical skill. Yet many professionals
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Sep 05

The 15-Minute Reset: How to Leverage Micro-Breaks

It's 3:45 PM. Your high-stakes client call just wrapped up. What's your next move? For
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Sep 04

The 'I'll Do It Myself' Trap: Why DIY Thinking Holds Back Non-Tech Leaders

"I'll just do it myself." How many times have you caught yourself saying that? I used
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Jun 27

Old Habits Die Hard: How to Rewire Rigid Patterns Holding You Back

Do you ever feel stuck in a loop, repeating the same unproductive patterns despite your best efforts to change? I&
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Sep 30

Design a Joyful Morning Routine With Your Family (With AI)

It’s easy to let mornings become a frenzied rush of managing logistics and getting everyone out the door to school or work on time. But what if you took a step back and co-designed a morning routine to optimize joy, ease and alignment?
2 min read
Sep 30

Save 1 Hour a Day with AI-Assisted Email

Does crafting professional emails take up more time in your day than you’d like? AI can help.
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Aug 25

Avoid the Top 5 Time Management Pitfalls When Using AI

AI brings unparalleled efficiency and new traps. Learn how to avoid common time management mistakes when leveraging artificial intelligence.
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Aug 25

Avoid the Productivity Pitfalls of AI: 3 Time Management Tips

AI can increase productivity exponentially. Without proper time management, it can also lead to overwhelm. Use these tips to avoid common traps.
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Apr 19

πŸš€ Creative Intelligence Pro: AI Tools for Everyday Business Activities

Time-saving AI tools for customer success, executive support, marketing, operations, and personal sanity.
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Apr 13

Creative Intelligence Pro #7: AI-First Writing Workflows

In this issue, I share three AI-first workflows that have dramatically improved how I work with concepts and ideas in my writing process.
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