“Easy to work with” sounds like a compliment. Monique de Maio unpacks what it actually means, and what it quietly costs you when it becomes your default setting.
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Lately, I have been noticing a pattern… Not a marketing trend.Not a branding flaw.Not even a confidence issue. A labeling problem. And it is showing up everywhere. In C-suite leaders who feel quietly frustrated.In founders who have hit a growth ceiling.In high-performing women navigating career pivots.In companies that say all the right things but still […]
If you have ever wondered what it actually takes to build a product-based business, not a cute Etsy hobby, not a “started selling sugar scrubs to my neighbors” moment, but a national brand stacked on retail shelves across America, then you need to meet Jodi Scott-Lyons. This woman turned passion, plants, crisis, creativity, and unbelievable […]
You don’t need another vision board. You need a moment of gutsy, unapologetic clarity. And Mary Lou Quinlan? She’s the proof. At the height of her career, CEO of a major ad agency and award-winning marketer, Mary Lou stepped away from “success” as the world defined it. She wanted more. More meaning. More creativity. More […]
I want to talk about something we don’t say out loud enough: What happens when we do everything right—and it still falls apart? When the habits are in place, the calendar is set, the intentions are strong—and then life says, “Not so fast.” This episode of Consider the Possibilities is all about what it takes […]
“Done is better than perfect.” That’s the mantra that changed my life. And if you’re stuck waiting for the perfect moment to start something—whether it’s a health goal, a career move, or a life change—it’s time for a reality check. Because perfection is a lie. And worse? It’s a stalling tactic. In my latest Consider […]
I had the privilege of serving as the keynote speaker for the Newark Academy 2025 Women’s Summit, where alumnae, parents, students, faculty, and staff came together to engage in thought-provoking discussions on women’s health, wellness, and leadership. It was an empowering afternoon filled with authentic conversations, personal insights, and actionable strategies for creating a life […]
Let’s cut to the chase: resilience isn’t some mystical quality reserved for monks meditating on mountaintops or CEOs who “have it all figured out.” It’s a skill, and like any skill, you can learn it, sharpen it, and wield it like the badass leader you are. In this post, we’re pulling back the curtain on […]
5 Practical Ways to Practice Gratitude The holidays are a time of connection and celebration, but they can also bring stress, overwhelm, and even emotional strain. Gratitude is the perfect tool to ground ourselves amidst the hustle and bustle. Why? Because it helps us reframe our perspective, shifting focus from what’s missing or stressful to […]
Hello, Possibility Seekers! Today, I’m thrilled to dive into a conversation with someone who’s genuinely changing the way we think about food, health, and wellness. Meet Dani Spies, the founder of Clean and Delicious and a force in the world of realistic, sustainable health. She’s not here to preach the latest diet craze or slap […]
