Let’s be real. A lot of us have been out here trying to follow someone else’s version of success. Copying the routines. Following the “rules.” Pushing ourselves to work in ways that don’t even feel natural. But if your business still feels off, it might not be about doing more. It might be about working […]
We talk about freedom a lot, especially around Juneteenth. But what does it actually look like in your business? Is it more time with your kids? Being able to say no to the wrong clients? Finally unplugging for a weekend without everything falling apart? In this week’s solo episode, Monique is breaking down what entrepreneurial […]
When you’re starting a business, it’s easy to feel like you need to look the part before you fully understand what your business even is. And for Black entrepreneurs, that pressure hits different. We’re often expected to appear polished and professional from day one, even when we’re still figuring things out behind the scenes. […]
Ever feel like you’re working your tail off but somehow going nowhere? Like you’re checking all the boxes (posting on social, networking, building your offers) but the progress just isn’t showing up the way you want it to? You’re not imagining it, and this is way more common than you think. In this episode, Monique […]
Let’s be honest. When you hear “LinkedIn,” your first thought might be that it’s just for job seekers, corporate professionals, or people in industries that don’t reflect your own. Maybe you’ve avoided it because it feels stiff, too polished, or like a space where you have to shrink who you are just to fit in. […]
If you’re building your business from the ground up and finding it hard to grow beyond a certain point, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re stuck juggling everything, feeling like the business can’t run without you, or just hitting a wall around that six or seven-figure mark. This episode is for you if you’ve been wondering […]
If you’re building something powerful with your business, you’ve probably thought about who it’s all for. But have you really planned for what happens to that business when you’re no longer in the driver’s seat? Whether you’re just getting started or years in, thinking about the future can feel overwhelming, especially when it involves tough […]
As a Black entrepreneur building something from the ground up, you’ve probably felt like traditional media isn’t built for you. Maybe you’ve been told you need to land a TV spot or a magazine feature to gain real credibility. But in today’s media world, there are so many more ways to be seen, heard, […]
At first glance, authors and entrepreneurs might seem like they live in separate worlds. But they are more connected than you might think. Traditionally, books have been treated as stand-alone works, limiting their potential impact. Out of the 11,000 books published every day, only about 1,000 make over $1,000 a year. But what if your […]
When it comes to growing a brand online, we’re often told to follow trends, look polished, and stick to what’s “proven.” But the truth is, real growth and real connection often starts with creativity, curiosity, and a willingness to be yourself. For Black entrepreneurs, there’s a lot of pressure to get it right from the […]
