About this episode
Join me on The ThriveWell Journey podcast as Monique Gibson shares her powerful transformation from military veteran and Pentagon employee to purpose-driven entrepreneur. After 20+ years navigating toxic corporate environments, surviving two devastating layoffs, and battling the "angry black woman" stereotype in the workplace, Monique discovered that working harder wasn't the answer—healing was.In this raw conversation about corporate burnout, workplace discrimination, toxic leadership, and sustainable entrepreneurship, Monique reveals how executive coaching, self-reflection, and letting go of perfectionism helped her rebuild relationships with her family, escape the hustle culture trap, and create a thriving consulting business.Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Military Beginnings & Early Career Success 00:04:23 - From Army to Pentagon: Rising Through the Ranks at 19 00:13:36 - The "Angry Black Woman" Stereotype: A 20-Year Struggle 00:18:35 - First Layoff: The Wake-Up Call That Didn't Take 00:25:13 - Second Layoff: When God Kicked Me Out 00:26:19 - The Most Toxic Workplace: A Demonic Experience 00:31:27 - Workplace Harassment & Standing Up for Your Team 00:36:38 - Advice for Those Trapped in Toxic Environments 00:40:17 - Entrepreneurship Journey: Starting During COVID 00:43:07 - Finding Your True Purpose vs. Seeking Purpose 00:45:24 - Rest, Recovery & Learning to Love Yourself 00:56:18 - Niching Down: Finding What You Actually Love 01:00:24 - Biggest Life Lesson: Self-Reflection & Ownership 01:06:18 - Final Message: You Are Enough Connect with Monique: 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/moniquegibson1 📸 Instagram: @jmcoconsulting 🔗Email: monique@primebridge-solutions.com 🔗 Get Empowered w/ L. Michael Burt https://stan.store/thethrivewelljourney Be a guest on The Thrivewell Journey Podcast? Send L. Michael Burt a message on #PodMatch, https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/thethrivewelljourney #toxicworkplace #corporateburnout #blackwomenentrepreneurs #careertransformation #veteranentrepreneur #workplacetrauma #executivecoaching #entrepreneurmindset #antigrindculture #toxicboss #layoffrecovery #blackexcellence #worklifebalance #sustainablesuccess #corporateamerica #authenticity #mentalhealth #purposedrivenbusiness #healingjourney #entrepreneurlife
