#24 Returning to Work After a Break – How to Keep Thriving and Not Start All Over

July 17, 2025

You’ve returned to work after a necessary break—maybe it was for your health, family, or just life. But now you’re wondering… why does it feel like you’re starting from scratch? In this episode, Monique offers a grounded, strategic take on what it really looks like to return to work after a career pause and the…

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April 2, 2026

#47 The Quiet Worry: Why You’re Not Behind in the AI Race

AI is moving fast, and the pressure to keep up can feel even faster. In this episode, Monique unpacks the quiet guilt many professionals are experiencing as AI reshapes workflows, […] ... Read More

February 26, 2026

#46 Reclaiming Your Agency

So often we find ourselves frustrated at work, in teams, in family, or in friendships, because someone else isn’t showing up the way we think they should. We get stuck […] ... Read More

February 19, 2026

#45 Leading with Clarity: How to Manage Your Workload Without Burnout

Leadership isn’t about doing it all. It’s about making clear decisions, defining accountability, and protecting your team’s energy. In this episode, Monique draws insights from a quarterly business review to […] ... Read More

February 12, 2026

#44 Using the Difficulty: How to Move Forward When Life Feels Too Full

Life doesn’t slow down when you’re overwhelmed.  In this episode, Monique explores what it’s like when all aspects of life demand attention at once – work, parenting, health, leadership, and […] ... Read More

February 5, 2026

# 43 The Permission to Pause and the Curiosity to Build with AI

In this episode, Monique gets honest about breaking her own consistency streak and why giving ourselves grace matters in a messy, overwhelming world. She talks about holding space for real […] ... Read More

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