Monique Gibson, JD, MBA

Written By Tim Terrentine

Episode 004: The People Problem No One Wants to Fix

Every business wants to grow. But growth exposes what’s broken.

In this episode of UNSTUCK, Tim Terrentine speaks with Monique Gibson—Army veteran, attorney, and founder of JMCO Consulting—about the real challenges leaders face when scaling organizations.

Drawing from her experience in the military, corporate environments, and entrepreneurship, Monique brings a direct and practical approach to solving one of the most overlooked issues in business: people.

From leadership gaps to workplace toxicity, she challenges leaders to stop avoiding hard conversations and start addressing the root causes that hold teams back.

In this episode, you’ll explore:

  • Why high-performing employees struggle in leadership roles

  • How workplace toxicity develops—and spreads

  • The connection between personal experience and professional behavior

  • Why founders hit growth ceilings they can’t explain

  • The risk of hiring family and friends into critical roles

  • The importance of leadership development and training

  • How clarity and accountability drive performance

  • Why implementation—not just strategy—matters

About the Guest

Monique Gibson, JD, MBA, is a U.S. Army veteran, attorney, and founder of JMCO Consulting LLC. She helps organizations and leaders solve complex operational and strategic challenges through leadership development, strategic thinking, and organizational effectiveness.

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