In this powerful and inspiring conversation, Monique Rodriguez, founder of Mielle Organics, shares the highs, lows, and lessons learned on her entrepreneurial journey. From bootstrapping her company and surviving tough financial challenges to making history as a Black female founder maintaining majority ownership after partnering with private equity, Monique's story is all about resilience, faith, and authenticity. She opens up about overcoming backlash, balancing family and business, building with her husband, and the importance of mentorship, discernment, and abundance. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, this conversation is filled with gems you don’t want to miss!CHAPTERS00:00 - Lessons in Dark Times and the Cost of Growth2:00 - The Retail Struggles No One Talks About4:15 - From a $2 Million Hole to Major Growth7:25 - Getting into the Right Rooms and Building Community10:00 - Choosing the Right Opportunities and Saying No12:36 - Selling the Company: Excitement, Faith, and Guidance16:17 - Handling Backlash and Trusting God’s Plan22:42 - Staying Grounded and Keeping Real People Close29:23 - Building an Empire with Your Partner39:05 - Monique’s Top Tips for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

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