Maurice Philogene is a man who looks at the rules differently. He understands systems and structures in order to navigate them effectively and ethically in his pursuit of freedom. Whether it's travel hacking, working 3 jobs simultaneously, or becoming location independent, Maurice is a man who embraces the patience, consistency and discipline required to follow a vision, step outside the status quo and invest in what truly matters. He is a Real Estate Investor & Entrepreneur, Restaurant Owner, Explorer of 100 Countries, Public Servant (Federal Agent & Police Officer), Philanthropist and Lifestyle Design/Wealth Coach. A Founding Managing Partner of Quattro Capital with a passion for living life leveraging freedom principles - financial freedom, time freedom, geographic freedom, freedom of purpose and freedom of relationships. Maurice used real estate and professional careers to generate passive income and build legacy all while empowering communities and helping others live their best life now through lifestyle design. After a 17-year solo entrepreneurial journey, while simultaneously holding multiple careers, Maurice found success by breaking free from societal expectations and pursuit of traditional paths.  He highlights the significance of challenging the status quo and reshaping reality through consistent thoughts and actions. By believing that life is a practice, not a destination, Maurice encourages individuals to pursue the lifestyle they desire by consistently practicing it. His philosophy is to Try Life On. Maurice's deep-rooted philosophy of discipline, contentment with one's current situation, and doing life differently provides valuable insights for anyone wanting to live life on their own terms. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Maurice Philogene: LinkedIn | Website | Quattro Capital Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kamilah Majied is a mental health therapist, clinical educator, researcher, and consultant on advancing equity and inclusion using meditative practices. Drawing from her decades of contemplative practice and leadership, Dr. Majied engages people in experiencing wonder, humor, and insight through transforming oppressive patterns and deepening relationships toward ever-improving individual, familial, organizational, and communal wellness. In our latest episode, Dr. Kamilah Majied and Monique Russell delve deep into the vital topic of unity and diversity within black cultures. The enlightening conversation touched on strategies to overcome internalized racism, the impact of colonialism, and the importance of rejecting a mindset of false competition and scarcity. Dr. Majied shared valuable insights on navigating relationships with individuals who may not be on a path of awareness and insight, emphasizing the significance of creating space from harmful and negatively competitive influences.  She also explores the power of gratitude in fostering resilience and navigating life's challenges. Dr. Kamilah Majied's discussion on the neurobiological impact of gratitude and the concept of not letting life become a complaint department but instead turning it into a gratitude department provided profound food for thought. The conversation culminated in a rich exploration of reframing rejection as an opportunity for growth and instilling resilience and positivity, as well as the value of slowing down and experiencing life at the "pace of peace." Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dr.Kamilah Majied : Facebook| Instagram  Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Or email with feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A global business professional and avid traveler, Dyci completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia and received her graduate degree from Kennesaw State University. As a fluent Spanish and Italian speaker, she leverages her liberal arts background, multilingual skills and technical education to lead project teams across geographical regions, drive user adoption of digital business tools, and uncover new ways of working to improve organizational productivity and efficiency. Her expertise lies in business process improvement as it relates to manufacturing and industrialized construction operations, sales and operations planning, change leadership and management, and cross-functional collaboration across the value chain.  As a digital operations consultant, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing to guide executives and business owners through supply chain operations process improvement to ensure profitable and sustainable growth. She is committed to helping businesses improve their ways of working, productivity, quality and profit margins by adopting digital technologies – and upskilling and reskilling their workforce along the way, creating fulfilling career paths in the digital supply chain and advanced manufacturing for underrepresented employee groups. As a construction consultant and advisor, Dyci uses her understanding of sales and marketing, supply chain and manufacturing operations, and software technology to guide real estate investors and developers on execution of construction projects leveraging digital tools, off-site building systems, and AI. She is committed to connecting innovative developers and investors with the economic development teams, industrialized construction partners, technology vendors and the supply chain and logistics providers required to build faster, more sustainably, and with better quality. In this episode, we discuss: How Dyci Sfregola's background in public policy and public affairs influences her role in supply chain, the importance of people skills and relationship-building How technology plays a role in increasing diversity in a company's supplier base Ways AI can be utilized to reduce bias in the procurement process and promote supplier diversity Strategies to empower employees to take ownership of digital initiatives and build a digital acceptance culture  Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Dyci Sfregolal: LinkedIn | Instagram | Website Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever given much thought to your vocal identity? The way you feel you sound, or the way you think you sound to others influences the level of confidence you show when you communicate. It all starts with your inner ear. In this episode, my guest dives deep into vocal health, why we should not use accent reduction but instead accent related communication, and why verbal agility is a tool for communication success. Shulunda Gibson, MA, CCC-SLP is the Founder and Chief Voice Whisperer of  The Speech & Voice Care Center, a private voice therapy and speaking voice coaching practice for professional voice users based in Houston. In her career spanning two decades, Gibson has successfully helped thousands of communicators globally to heal, love, and unleash their voices and share their messages with confidence to those who need it most.  Through her Voice Print methodology, Shulunda equips and empowers world-class speakers and leaders to elevate their authentic voices, safeguard their vocal health, find harmony, and get grounded as they increase their income and impact. She is expanding her footprint as a newbie in the tech space, as the developer of an up and coming vocal health and voice coaching  app for professional speakers.  With a culturally responsive approach to service delivery, Gibson fosters confidence, collaboration, connection, and authentic communication In this episode we discuss: Accent Related Communication and Communication Styles: Respect diverse communication styles and accents. Vocal Coaching and its Career Impact: Vocal coaching enhances career leadership potential. Comprehensive Vocal Health: Hydration, stress management, and vocal technique. Vocal Identity and Emotional Intelligence: Understanding communication from an emotional intelligence perspective. Voice as Currency: Viewing the voice as energy for effective communication. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Shulunda Gibson: LinkedIn | Instagram Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I discuss the importance of Cultural Agility, why we need to focus on it, and why fatigue is the biggest threat to your effective communication success. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Haynes is an entrepreneur based in Brooklyn. He is the President and Founder of RH1 Consulting, LLC a Human Resources consulting firm. RH1 helps companies improve their people strategies and processes so that they can scale more effectively. He was raised by West Indian parents in several African countries, including Zambia, Kenya and South Africa where he graduated from high school. He then returned to the US to attend college. Marcus is a former professional Volleyball player who is still very much into fitness and sports. He loves to travel especially to Europe and the Caribbean and does so as often as possible. He plans to return to Africa soon to allow his family to experience his very special upbringing.  We talk about how: Diversity goes beyond the surface. It requires us to be truly open to learning about each other and genuine. Managers who struggle to lead diverse teams may not be ready, and are often promoted too fast. It is a slow process to develop and prepare someone to lead people.  Our childhood experiences influence our professional development perspectives, and outlook.  Nurturing family traditions such as fishing trips create lasting memories while appreciating the beauty found in nature. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Marcus Haynes: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peta-Gaye Philpot is a seasoned healthcare leader with a proven track record in driving digital transformation and optimizing health systems. Recognized for strategic thinking, exceptional program management, and the ability to communicate effectively across diverse teams. Committed to revolutionizing healthcare by leveraging technology and operational expertise.  For more than 15 years, Peta-Gaye has provided sound guidance to such renowned health organizations such as the CDC, Mount Sinai, Kaiser Permanente and many others. Peta-Gaye is currently the principal of Transformational IQ Partners specializing in transformation and program management. Hailing originally from Jamaica, Peta-Gaye has long been committed to helping marginalized communities’ champion modern technology to revolutionize medical care and create healthier, happier populations. Peta-Gaye approaches each transformation initiative like a puzzle—applying Lean, Agile and Waterfall methodologies to form faster, stronger, life-saving operations powered by confident, skilled workforces. In this episode, we discuss how digital and cultural transformation start at the foundational level of change. Before you can begin to implement new technologies, systems or processes, you must start with a deeper dive into culture. Ask questions that allow you to extract more data so you can create a truly sustainable impact. While some developing countries may be behind in technologies, the opportunity exists to leapfrog. Leapfrogging is the notion that nations can bypass traditional stages of development to jump directly to the latest technology. For this to be possible, educating policy-makers on the opportunities is a must. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Peta-Gaye Philpot: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode's guest is Tennille Cooley. She is the founder of The C.L. Collective is a leading project management and program management consulting firm, dedicated to guiding organizations towards unparalleled success. Tennille is also a proud board member of the Black Employee Network, one of Coca-Cola's Inclusion networks, where she serves as the Ambassador and Community Liaison. Sorority groups on college campuses can provide a foundation for belonging and community partnerships. It’s where Tennille Cooley’s love for corporate/ community partnerships began. From raising funds for community causes, hosting food drives and walks to leading and advising the Black Employee Network Employee Resource Group at Coca-Cola, breaking down internal silos, and hosting local business owners at the company headquarters, she does it all. Tennille’s prowess is a blueprint on how ERGs fill multiple needs of belonging, creativity and innovation and collaboration. She says the skills she leverages to manage and lead high complexity projects like these are: Passion and Perseverance Sales to be able to sell the vision Project Management and Organization Problem-Solving and  Collaboration Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Tennille Cooley: LinkedIn Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does reverse mentorship, sales bootcamps, pitch decks presentations and Carpentry have to do with upskilling employees entering the workforce in their first or second jobs? According to my interview with Marlon Addison, everything. These learning experiences provided with the necessary skills that allowed him to advocate for himself at work, and strengthen soft skills. Wisdom from Marlon Addison on how to facilitate multi-generational communication and collaboration: Know who you are Meet weekly on purpose Don’t get caught off guard Be sincere and Have gratitude. Listen to the episode and share your biggest insight or learning moment. Connect with Marlon Addison: LinkedIn | X - @MarlonMentors Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I discuss: take you on a journey through the conferences I attended this year, all centered around women's leadership and entrepreneurship. Key takeaways from this event and others: the power of body language.  Pull back the curtain on my personal coaching experience that provided me with invaluable insights and coaching to enhance my leadership and business skills Finally, I delve into the trends and shifts I've observed in the marketplace, particularly for black women. I emphasize the importance of promoting and retaining this demographic in the workplace and dispel any notion of division. We're all in this together, striving for inclusivity and success. Connect with Monique Russell: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | Youtube Email feedback or questions: [email protected] Produced by Breadfruit Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices