Let me bust a myth right out of the gate: philanthropy is not just for billionaires in ball gowns writing seven-figure checks. Philanthropy is for you. Yes, you… The woman juggling kids, career, side hustle, or maybe just trying to get through the week without losing your damn mind. If you’ve ever given your time, […]

Self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s a responsibility.
In this episode of Possibilities with Monique de Maio, Katie McDonald, founder of b.nourished, shares her raw story of hitting rock bottom and rebuilding a life rooted in boundaries, nourishment, and unapologetic self-care. From perfectionism and overwhelm to food, guilt, and integrity-based decisions, this conversation is a masterclass for high achievers who want to thrive without burning out.
Plus: Katie is offering 15% off her b.nourished Planner with code MONIQUE15.

Let’s get something straight: no one is going to hand you a seat at the table. You have to know who you are, speak with clarity, and own your damn voice. That’s exactly what this week’s Possibilities episode is about. I sat down with M.H. (Mary Hope) McQuiston, VP and General Manager at Autodesk, board […]

Let’s get one thing clear: if you’re experiencing weight gain, brain fog, anxiety, or sleep disruption, it might not be burnout or aging—it might be your hormones. In this week’s episode of Possibilities, I sat down with Dr. Cindy Parnes, board-certified OB/GYN and founder of the New Jersey Women’s Wellness Center, for a no-BS conversation […]

Let’s talk about the kind of legacy that doesn’t require a press release, a blue checkmark, or a TED Talk. In this week’s Possibilities with Monique de Maio episode, I had the rare pleasure of recording an in-person fireside chat (yes, there was literal fire) with my longtime friend, fellow marketing brain, and badass entrepreneur, […]

Let’s talk about a word that doesn’t usually get enough airtime in professional circles: part-time. Or, more accurately, the perception of it. Because here’s the truth: part-time doesn’t mean part-skilled, part-driven, or part-impactful. In my recent podcast episode, I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Elizabeth Willetts—a force of nature, a mom, a recruiter […]

Let’s get one thing straight: strength isn’t about pretending everything’s fine while you’re silently losing it behind the scenes. Strength is crying in the car before soccer practice, showing up anyway, and still managing to coach a killer meeting or cheer from the sidelines. This week on Possibilities with Monique de Maio, I sat down […]

We’ve all said it… “I should write a book.”But most of us never do. Why?Because we’re busy.Because we’re scared.Because deep down, we’re not sure anyone wants to hear what we have to say. Danielle Hutchinson has heard every excuse in the book and has dismantled them all. As a strategic book coach for high-achieving women, […]

Let’s talk about that sinking feeling you get on Sunday night…the one where your stomach tightens, your brain starts spiraling, and the thought of Monday makes you want to cry into your wine glass. Yeah, that. Emily Claire Hughes felt it too. And instead of pushing it down, numbing it out, or blaming herself for […]

Let’s be real: most people hear the word sales and immediately cringe. Cue the sleazy tactics, cheesy scripts, and awkward follow-ups that make your skin crawl. I get it. But after sitting down with Liz Wendling—founder of The Sales Clinic and author of The Heart of Authentic Selling—I’m here to tell you this: sales done […]