For years, Marisa competed at the highest levels of sport, where discipline, focus, and resilience were non-negotiable. But as her career evolved, so did her understanding of performance. Today, she helps high achievers create what she calls a Personal Operating System — a framework for managing energy, focus, relationships, and leadership in a way that supports long-term success. In this conversation, Anna and Marisa dive into the realities of burnout, the hidden costs of achievement, and why so many successful women are redefining what success actually looks like. Because high performance isn’t about doing more. It’s about operating better. 👠 Key Moments What competing as a professional golfer taught Marisa about pressure, discipline, and resilience Why most people misunderstand what high performance actually means The concept of a Personal Operating System and how it changes the way leaders operate Why energy management matters more than time management The hidden burnout epidemic among high achievers How successful leaders create clarity in the midst of chaos Why relationships are one of the most overlooked drivers of performance The difference between excellence and perfectionism How Marisa’s definition of success has evolved over time Navigating identity shifts and major life transitions Why women are increasingly seeking alignment, freedom, and fulfillment — not just achievement The habits and routines that support sustainable success This episode is a powerful reminder that success should not require sacrificing yourself. Because the goal isn’t just to achieve more. It’s to build a life that allows you to enjoy what you’ve achieved. 🎧 Listen now and discover why the next level of leadership may have less to do with pushing harder — and everything to do with operating more intentionally. Adding a chic twist to each episode, the 'I Want Her Shoes Podcast' is recorded in Anna’s stunning personal closet, strategically located near the vibrant Miami Design District. This unique setting not only provides a visually captivating backdrop but also embodies the spirit of fashion and innovation that the area is known for. 📺 Watch the episodes on YouTube to get a glimpse of this one-of-a-kind Miami closet—it’s definitely worth the view! https://www.youtube.com/@IWantHerShoesPodcast Follow us for more updates: IWHS Pod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoespodcast/ IWHS Pod Website: https://iwanthershoes.com/ Anna’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iwanthershoes/ Marisa’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/marisamessana Marisa’s LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-messana/ EPISODE CREDITS:Writer and Host: Anna AnisinProduced, edited, and mixed by the Formulatedby TeamLINKS:Visit the I Want Her Shoes Website Follow on InstagramWatch on YouTube Subscribe to the Newsletter

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