Ambition Without Compromise
Ambition Without Compromise is the space where powerhouse women of color — with a special heart for Black mothers and future mothers — come to redefine success on their own terms.
Hosted by Monique R. Shields, executive coach, entrepreneur, and mentor to women at the highest levels of leadership, this podcast dives into the real challenges women face when juggling bold professional pursuits with the responsibilities of being present partners, mothers, and whole, healthy individuals.
Through honest conversations and powerful stories, you’ll gain insights on:
- Balancing ambition and freedom without burnout
- Crafting sustainable work-life integration
- Protecting your mental and emotional well-being
- Building intentional communities and seeking mentorship for growth
Whether you're scaling your business, stepping into a higher leadership role, or simply seeking clarity about what success means now, this show offers the tools and stories to help you thrive without compromise.
Follow Monique wherever you listen to podcasts and step into a world where ambition and joy can coexist.
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 39 minutes
- Episodes
- 68
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
47 | When Ambition Meets Stillness: Finding Strength in Slowing Down
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Are you feeling ungrounded or disconnected from your true self? Our latest episode takes you on a transformative journey of self-discovery th…
46 | Balancing Success and Personal Legacy with Former Blavity.org ED Tamyra Gordon
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Join Monique for an enlightening conversation with Tamyra Gordon as she shares her journey of intentional living, homeschooling and legacy bu…
45 | How To Actually Prioritize Rest: What I've Learned To Do
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This episode is a delightful reflection on Monique's recent family trip to Australia and the valuable lessons she learned about balancing amb…
44 | Submitting To Hard Changes In A New Season
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Are you navigating a season of change? This episode is here to provide inspiration and guidance.
Join in as Monique revisits a transformative …
43 | Rebooting Social Media Boundaries As A Business Owner: What I Had To Do
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In this episode, Monique takes us on a journey through her relationship with social media. She dives into an ongoing experiment that is resha…
42 | Committing To Success That Heals You with Transformational Healer & Coach Marla Teyolia
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Welcome back, good people! This episode is a special treat as we welcome the inspiring Marla Teyolia, a seasoned transformational coach with …
41 | What to Do When Your Vision Is Changing
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Have you ever found yourself feeling stuck, even though you've accomplished everything you set out to do? Life is full of subtle shifts and c…
40 | Are You Asking Too Much Of Your Team?
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One of the most challenging aspects of this journey of entrepreneurship is people management. As entrepreneurs, we often find ourselves grapp…
39 | On People Pleasing
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In this live-recorded episode, we explore the pervasive issue of people-pleasing, its roots, impacts, and the paths to overcoming it.
This be…
38 | Scared To Hire
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In this special behind-the-scenes episode, I pull back the covers on my personal journey as a CEO and entrepreneur sharing my fears, challeng…
37 | The Power Of Prioritizing Friendship And Connection
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As a coach, facilitator, and speaker, I have come to realize that our dreams don't always welcome us with open arms. The journey towards our …
36 | Learning How To Do Nothing
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In today's fast-paced world, the concept of truly resting and enjoying success often feels elusive. Many of us are caught in a cycle of hyper…
35 | The Courage To Pursue Peace With Hillarie Maddox of BlackGirlCountryLiving
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Are you yearning for a change in your life, especially one that brings you closer to your true self? This episode might just be the nudge you…
34 | Perfectionism & The Settled Place We're Seeking
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Have you ever felt like you're constantly chasing a moment of peace, where everything on your to-do list is checked off, and you can finally …
33 | Unpacking Trauma And Achievement with Psychologist Andrea Michel
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In this episode, we explore the intricate web of trauma, perfectionism and high achievement with Andrea Michel.
As a developmental psychologi…
32 | The Right Time Is Not Coming
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Are you waiting for the perfect moment to make a change?
In this episode, I am shattering the illusion of the "magical right time" that so ma…
31 | When Will It Ever Be Enough?
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In this episode, I'm tackling a question that is rattling around the corridors of the minds of us highest achievers: "When will it ever be en…
30 | How I Became A Podcaster - 1 Year Anniversary Episode!
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In today's episode, we celebrate the one-year anniversary of Ambition Without Compromise, a testament to the power of persistence and the bea…
29 | Betting On My Wellbeing: Sharing My Practices
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In this heart-to-heart episode, I'm peeling back the curtain on my personal journey of self-investment and well-being. As I navigate the ebbs…
28 | Beneath The Struggle To Ask For Help
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Often, we tell ourselves that the key to expanding our leadership is merely becoming better at asking for help or refining our delegation ski…