About this episode

Leslie Youngblood and Monique Sar discuss the importance of human relationships in business over algorithms and automation.

What if the biggest advantage in business today isn't AI, automation, or a bigger audience—but being more human? In this episode of Serious Lady Business , Leslie Youngblood sits down with talent strategist and marketing expert Monique Sar to explore why meaningful relationships remain the ultimate competitive advantage in an increasingly digital world. From losing a promotion early in her career to discovering that networking, visibility, and authentic connection matter just as much as hard work, Monique shares the lessons that transformed her career—and how they're helping creators, founders, and professionals build businesses rooted in trust. Together, Leslie and Monique unpack everything from negotiating your worth and pricing your expertise to using AI without losing your authenticity. If you've ever struggled to put yourself out there, advocate for yourself, or wondered how to stand out in a world filled with algorithms, this conversation is packed with practical advice you can put into action immediately. About Our Guest Monique Sar, Marketing Agency Founder Connect with Monique on LinkedIn Connect with Monique on Instagram https://moniquesar.com/ 5 Key Takeaways 1. Hard…

People in this episode

Host: Leslie Youngblood

Guest: Monique Sar

Topics covered

• relationships in business
• networking
• authentic connection
• visibility
• negotiating worth
• AI in business

Keywords

• business relationships
• networking
• authenticity
• career growth
• AI
• visibility
• self-advocacy

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Organizations: Marketing Agency

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