Grace Through the Fire

Marissa Lewis

Ready to step into your power and lead with unstoppable presence? This is your call to rise. On Grace Through the Fire, Marissa Lewis — confidence coach, business mentor, speaker, and author — challenges women to break free from limitations and lead with unstoppable presence.This is where future leaders, influencers, and creators come to own their voice, claim their space, and build a brand and life that demand respect. Through real talk, transformative strategies, and interviews with powerful women blazing their own trails, you’ll find the fire to fuel your next level.It’s time to stop playing small. It’s time to thrive. About the host: Kia ora, I’m Marissa Lewis.I’m a proud Māori woman, Māmā, and the CEO of Marissa Lewis International. My whakapapa grounds me, my whānau keep me steady, and my mahi is about weaving wisdom, strategy, and presence so women can rise without leaving themselves behind.With more than 20 years in sales, marketing, and communications, and over a decade as a coach, speaker, and retreat facilitator. I’ve guided wāhine and women globally to step into their voice, their mana, and their leadership. I’ve trained corporate teams, mentored entrepreneurs, and held sacred space for women to reconnect with the power they’ve always carried.Because here’s the truth: no matter where you are from, you hold a world of wisdom from your ancestors. When you remember that — when you align your business, your confidence, and your leadership with that inheritance, you stop minimising yourself and start creating the legacy you were made for.I work with ambitious women in their 40s and 50s who have poured decades into careers, families, and communities, and are now ready to claim their voice, their authority, and their next chapter. Through my Ultimate Confidence Academy™, Connect Retreat™, and one-on-one mentoring, I help women align their vision with their values and lead with both heart and authority.For me, this isn’t just business. It’s a mission and a legacy: to stand alongside women who are ready to rise into their brilliance, design lives and businesses that feel wildly fulfilling, and create ripples of impact for generations to come.If you’re ready to move from overlooked to unforgettable, from baseline to brilliant, I’m here to walk that journey with you. Learn more at  www.marissalewis.com

  1. Episode 71: The Month That Changed Everything:  Alignment and becoming the woman your meant to be

    NOV 29

    Episode 71: The Month That Changed Everything: Alignment and becoming the woman your meant to be

    Kia ora beautiful Mama,  Welcome back to Grace Through the Fire. This past month has been huge. I became the MWDI Māori Women’s Business Award Winner for Tāmaki Makaurau, and it shifted something deep in my spirit.  It reminded me that I was never meant to shrink, and since then everything has aligned with new clients, partnerships, and doors opening in ways only God can orchestrate. This season has also confirmed my purpose: supporting wāhine in their 40s and 50s who are ready to lead differently, with clarity, confidence, and honour for who they’re becoming. From that vision, She Leads Different was born, a powerful new series launching soon filled with raw, honest conversations with high-level Māori and Pasifika women in business and leadership. I am also opening my 2026 Private Leadership Partnerships for women and organisations ready for deep alignment and support. These are not programs. They are intimate, strategic leadership containers designed for real transformation. Thank you for walking this journey with me. You can honour who you have been and still rise into who you are becoming. Life becomes beautiful when you stop running from the woman God designed you to be. Ngā mihi nui, Riss Connect with Marissa Lewis 👇👇 Book Your complimentary call with Marissa -  >> Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here Follow for Updates on Instagram: marissa_gemma_lewis Nga mihi, Riss

    17 min
  2. Episode 70: Leading Lighter: The Q4 Reset Every Woman in Leadership Needs Because your next level won’t come from holding tighter.

    OCT 9

    Episode 70: Leading Lighter: The Q4 Reset Every Woman in Leadership Needs Because your next level won’t come from holding tighter.

    Kia ora beautiful, Welcome back to Grace Through the Fire. This episode is one every woman in leadership needs to hear as we move into Q4 that season where we start gripping tighter to goals, timelines, and expectations. But here’s the truth, darling: control might feel safe, yet real safety comes when you create space to breathe again. In this kōrero, we talk about what happens when you loosen your grip not to give up, but to come home to yourself. We unpack what it means to lead from presence instead of pressure, to trust your intuition again, and to rebuild confidence in your voice. This episode is your reminder that less control doesn’t mean less success it means more clarity, more energy, and more peace as you step into your next season. If you’ve been feeling stretched or craving a reset, this is your sign to pause, soften, and realign with what truly matters.  November intake is now open you can book a $99 Clarity Call to unwind, reset, and map out your next steps before the year ends. And if you’re ready to finish this year strong (but without the hustle), check out the Connect Retreat™ details in the show notes your invitation to enter 2026 restored, grounded, and deeply connected to your purpose. Ngā mihi nui, Riss xx  Connect with Marissa Lewis 👇👇 Join the  Connect Retreat™ 2025  Early Bird  -  >> Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here Follow for Updates on Instagram: marissa_gemma_lewis Nga mihi, Riss

    10 min
  3. Episode 67: Flip the script on your on your next launch

    AUG 29

    Episode 67: Flip the script on your on your next launch

    Today’s episode is real close to my heart, mama, because we’re flipping the script on launches. Not the hustle-till-you-drop kind of launch,  I’m talking about launches that actually match your rhythm, your energy, and the lifestyle you’re building.  Whether it’s your signature program, a mastermind, a new offer, or that idea you’ve been sitting on, this is about launching in a way that feels sustainable and successful. I’ve been at this for 13 years in business (15 online), and here’s what I’ve learned along the way: • Your values in life and relationships? Same deal in business. • You can launch with ease and still protect your health, your energy, and your lifestyle. • Fewer launches with more intention will take you further than back-to-back grind mode. • Building around your energy cycles — yes, even in perimenopause — is not optional, it’s wisdom. • Stacking your income is how you ride the waves when the economy shifts. •  Success doesn’t have to cost you your peace. Burnout is not a badge of honour. And before we wrap up, I’m opening a special September offer. I’ve got space for five women who are ready to create launches that feel aligned with your lifestyle, your energy, and your vision. If that’s you, DM me the word “Pre-list” on Instagram or flick me an email and let’s lock in your spot. Mama, your vision deserves to breathe. Don’t shrink the dream. Let’s build your capacity so you can bring it to life with grace, with power, and without burning yourself out. Connect with Marissa Lewis 👇👇 Enroll now to UCA Bloomer for $99 Only!  -  >> Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here Follow for Updates on Instagram: marissa_gemma_lewis Nga mihi, Riss

    17 min
  4. Episode 65:  Beyond the Brand: Building a Business That Holds You

    JUL 14

    Episode 65: Beyond the Brand: Building a Business That Holds You

    Kia ora Beautiful Mama! Welcome to Grace Through the Fire Podcast! This episode is so close to my heart… Today I’m opening up about what it really means to build a business that doesn’t just look good on the outside ,but one that actually holds you through the messy middle, the life transitions, and the real seasons we walk through as women. I’m sharing my personal journey through shoulder injuries, perimenopause, clarity dips, and identity shifts , and how all of it forced me to rebuild in a way that feels honest and sustainable. Because branding without structure? That’s just burnout in disguise. In this episode, I share why your business must evolve with you, not stay stuck in the version of who you used to be. I talk about the danger of building only from strategy, the power of reconnecting to self-trust, and how I rebuilt my business model to actually reflect my life, energy, and values. After over a decade in this industry, I’m giving you the truth behind what it takes to grow with grace and lead from alignment. PLUS, I’ve opened the doors to my FREE 5-day online experience, RESET. Only 2 spots left, mama. If you know you’ve outgrown your current version of business, this is your sign. Link in show notes or DM me to save your seat  Love always, Marissa Connect with Marissa Lewis 👇👇 Join the 5-Day Reset Masterclass  -- >> Click here to join > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here > Click Here Follow for Updates on Instagram: marissa_gemma_lewis Nga mihi, Riss

    26 min

About

Ready to step into your power and lead with unstoppable presence? This is your call to rise. On Grace Through the Fire, Marissa Lewis — confidence coach, business mentor, speaker, and author — challenges women to break free from limitations and lead with unstoppable presence.This is where future leaders, influencers, and creators come to own their voice, claim their space, and build a brand and life that demand respect. Through real talk, transformative strategies, and interviews with powerful women blazing their own trails, you’ll find the fire to fuel your next level.It’s time to stop playing small. It’s time to thrive. About the host: Kia ora, I’m Marissa Lewis.I’m a proud Māori woman, Māmā, and the CEO of Marissa Lewis International. My whakapapa grounds me, my whānau keep me steady, and my mahi is about weaving wisdom, strategy, and presence so women can rise without leaving themselves behind.With more than 20 years in sales, marketing, and communications, and over a decade as a coach, speaker, and retreat facilitator. I’ve guided wāhine and women globally to step into their voice, their mana, and their leadership. I’ve trained corporate teams, mentored entrepreneurs, and held sacred space for women to reconnect with the power they’ve always carried.Because here’s the truth: no matter where you are from, you hold a world of wisdom from your ancestors. When you remember that — when you align your business, your confidence, and your leadership with that inheritance, you stop minimising yourself and start creating the legacy you were made for.I work with ambitious women in their 40s and 50s who have poured decades into careers, families, and communities, and are now ready to claim their voice, their authority, and their next chapter. Through my Ultimate Confidence Academy™, Connect Retreat™, and one-on-one mentoring, I help women align their vision with their values and lead with both heart and authority.For me, this isn’t just business. It’s a mission and a legacy: to stand alongside women who are ready to rise into their brilliance, design lives and businesses that feel wildly fulfilling, and create ripples of impact for generations to come.If you’re ready to move from overlooked to unforgettable, from baseline to brilliant, I’m here to walk that journey with you. Learn more at  www.marissalewis.com