The Real World Systems Audit
A diagnostic session for when you know something isn't working — and you're done guessing what it is.
The Real World Audit gives you clear language for what's actually happening in your business — not a productivity pep talk, not another framework layered on top of broken systems, not a list of tools to try. Just a grounded diagnosis of where the friction is coming from and what to do about it.

You’ll complete an asynchronous intake, and I’ll review your tools, workflows, roles, and constraints through a real-world lens. You’ll receive a clear, grounded diagnosis that names where friction is coming from, what’s misaligned, what matters most right now, and options for taking action. 

This is not a working session or an implementation sprint. It’s an act of witnessing, pattern-naming, and orientation — so you can move forward without forcing.
What’s Included: 
  • A clear, plain-language diagnosis of where your systems are breaking down 
  • My analysis of your tools, workflows, roles, and real-world constraints 
  • A recorded Loom or written read-back — your choice An asynchronous intake (low-lift, no prep required) 
  • Grounded next-step options — not a to-do list, not pressure

How it works: 
  • Entirely asynchronous — no calls, no scheduling 
  • No preparation beyond the intake 
  • Delivered within 5 business days 
  • No ongoing commitment


→ The cost of this diagnostic can be applied toward any future work together — so it’s never just a sunk cost.

Investment $550 
Split pay available: 3 × $184

At $550, this is the cost of one month of confusion, deferred. Most people find that naming what’s broken is what makes everything else cheaper.
What Clients Say:

“As a solo service provider whose systems are make-or-break when my workload gets heavy, I was IN TROUBLE when I met Marissa. Time-blocking felt suffocating, my workflow was littered with broken scheduling links, my cashflow didn’t match up to my full calendar, and I was ending my workdays too tired to tend to any aspect of my home or personal life. The only solution seemed to be hiring a VA I couldn’t afford.”

“Marissa offered compassion, curiosity, and so much knowledge about tools and systems that I would never have had the bandwidth to research and choose on my own. Every process was customized to my exact situation, my brain, and my budget. I now have everything I need to overhaul or tweak my existing systems to work for the next phase of my business, at my own pace, without losing any more time or energy.”

Update after putting into practice recommendations: 

“I just used the system to onboard a client for the first time and it was done in 24 hours. Absolutely unthinkable before with the piecemeal email flow I was using.”

Sharon Wagner
Psychic Creative Director, Swail Studio

“Marissa is so lovely to work with! Talking about your business can feel vulnerable but Marissa is very kind and thoughtful in her approach so I felt comfortable right away. She asked great questions and was able to point out several areas in my work that could benefit from using certain tools or systems in place. I’m excited to run my business more smoothly and be less stressed out so I can focus on the more joyful parts of my work.”

Anita Kwan
Video Producer, Reel Hoot Productions

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