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Ambition Without Compromise

Monique R. Shields
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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 t... more

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What happens when you stop pushing through and give yourself permission to pause, reflect, and reset?

Reflecting on her recent journey, Monique shares how easy it is to take for granted the practices that support her m... more

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This week, Monique shares one of her most personal episodes yet, offering an honest look at a season marked by anxiety, overwhelm, and the constant pressure to protect the people she loves. As worries about emergencies,... more

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This week, Monique sits down with Dr. Kemi Doll, a gynecologic oncologist, surgeon, and debut author, for a conversation that is equal parts education, confession, and wake-up call.

Dr. Doll's new book, A Terrible Stre... more

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When a message about choosing your wholeness reaches 100,000 people, you stop and ask, why does this land so hard? Monique did exactly that, and this episode is her thinking out loud about what she found.

She gets real... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Kemi Doll
Surgeon, scientist, coach, and author; professor of gynecologic oncology and OB/GYN at the University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: 88 | Ambition That Has Put Your Body On The Line [Live with Dr. Kemi Doll]
Monique Shields
Executive coach, entrepreneur, mom
Self-employed/coaching practice
Episode: 67 | More Than Getting By: How I Resourced Myself and Reclaimed My Career
Danielle Bayard Jackson
Women's relational health educator; author of Fighting for Our Friendships; former friendship spokesperson for Bumble for Friends.
Women's Relational Health Institute; Better Female Friendships
Episode: 66 | Why Ambitious Women Are So Lonely — with Danielle Bayard Jackson
Pamela Shepherd
Costume designer and stylist with 41 years in the industry, educator, founder of Flowood costumes
Flowood
Episode: 65 | Reimagining Success from the Inside Out: Personal Style, Presence, and Possibility — with Pamela Shepard
Dené Logan
Marriage and family therapist, group facilitator, and author
Based in Los Angeles
Episode: 63 | Healing the Hustle: Finding Freedom in Feminine Wisdom with Dené Logan
Tamyra Gordon
Visionary leader, former executive director for Blavity.org
Former executive director for Blavity.org
Episode: 46 | Balancing Success and Personal Legacy with Former Blavity.org ED Tamyra Gordon
Marla Teyolia
Seasoned transformational coach with over two decades of experience guiding executives and change makers.
MarlaTeyolia.com
Episode: 42 | Committing To Success That Heals You with Transformational Healer & Coach Marla Teyolia

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Monique Shields
Host of Ambition Without Compromise

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 105 ratings
  • AMAZING PODCAST!

    Monique has such wisdom and a beautiful speaking voice that makes this podcast a delight to listen to. I feel so empowered with every episode. As a Black woman, I appreciate her sharing her anecdotes of her journey along with actionable steps to take in my entrepreneur and self growth journey. I found you through another podcast. I think maybe Brown Ambition. :-) Happy to be here! THANK YOU MONIQUE! Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michelle Rozia
    United States2 months ago
  • Episode 68 - Phenomenal

    This episode touched me to my core. So relevant and powerful. Decide to be who you were called to be!!! Submit to change…uncertainty by committing yourself to your WARRIOR spirit. It’s in you. Oddly enough, exposing your feelings and thoughts has liberated me. Thank you Monique R. Shields for mentoring and coaching the masses. Equipping me with the mental gymnastics tools to hold on, show up and SERVE! The inner child in me that shows up at times also known as “imposter syndrome” has been ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eyeculookin1x
    United States10 months ago
  • When you do the most but expect the least

    I just listened to this episode. And wow. I wasn’t fully aware of how incongruent this process of consistently trying to shrink or be “low maintenance” is with my actual contributions in the world. It’s not only not self loving it is actually illogical. Thank you for the gift of your minds— you and your client— and sharing this with all of us. I had to weep upon listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sun ra ra
    United Statesa year ago
  • Grateful

    Hey now—I stay living my life, learning the things, evolving, activating the tools. And then, I listen to Monique’s podcast and find myself facing a deeper thing. I respond out loud like she’s in front of my face. I pause and laugh because “Who told this woman to show up at my house and tell me the truth before 9am EST?!” But everytime, I am better for it. I am grateful for you, Monique—keep going. At exactly your own pace. I hope y’all take a listen ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamaica Lane
    United Statesa year ago
  • Essential!!

    Just listened to The Safety Shift and wow!! I have that fear not if I can keep up with my partner’s season of life but can they slow down and be present in mine. Monique you are brilliant at opening the mind, grateful for you.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Carin Sauerwein
    United Statesa year ago

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Voice of wisdom on wealth, leadership, and well-being for women of color.
Relatable, practical, and deeply inspiring for ambitious professionals.
Empowering guidance for women of color seeking balance and growth.
Mentors listeners to lead with confidence and compassion.
Coaching-focused content that translates into actionable steps for listeners.

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67 | More Than Getting By: How I Resourced Myself and Reclaimed My Career
Q: Tell us about Claimed and how you decide what offerings to create.
Claimed is a program for highly accomplished Black mothers focused on open future chapters without compromising themselves; I listen to my audience, test concepts, and gradually refine who I serve to ensure the offering truly meets their needs.
67 | More Than Getting By: How I Resourced Myself and Reclaimed My Career
Q: How did you approach resourcing yourself and investing in your growth?
I invest ahead when it aligns with clear priorities, using just-in-time investments, and I measure the potential return while ensuring it won't derail my immediate needs; the goal is to build a squad and tools that multiply my impact over time.
67 | More Than Getting By: How I Resourced Myself and Reclaimed My Career
Q: What did you decide when you decided you were going to take your skills and leave a full-time role?
I became a mom, and that clarified that I needed to own my time and bet on myself, leveraging the support I had to transition while continuing to earn as I built a viable business.
65 | Reimagining Success from the Inside Out: Personal Style, Presence, and Possibility — with Pamela Shepard
Q: How do you approach personal style for ambitious women who want executive presence without losing their authentic self?
Pamela discusses observing life, identifying work-life patterns, and building a closet that serves the look of one's life, plus using three adjectives as a guiding framework to anchor style choices.
65 | Reimagining Success from the Inside Out: Personal Style, Presence, and Possibility — with Pamela Shepard
Q: What does your background from a science/tech family bring to your fashion career and how did you transition to the industry?
Pamela describes a turning point after a car accident that redirected her toward New York and fashion, leveraging discipline from STEM and hands-on experiential work to build a multi-decade career in costume design, eventually teaching and developing a curriculum.

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This show centers on ambitious women of color navigating high-stakes careers without sacrificing wellbeing. Episodes blend storytelling with practical coaching at the intersection of leadership, motherhood, and personal growth, offering frameworks for sustainable success, community building, and intentional life design. Listeners are likely drawn to candid discussions about balancing career growth with mental health, wealth, and relationship dynamics, often featuring concrete steps, mindset shifts, and strategies to scale influence without burnout. A notable throughline is empowering women to own their worth, set boundaries, and invest in supportive communities and coaching to accelerate progress on their terms.

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4. Pamela Shepherd
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