I built my career in the world of high-stakes communications by helping CEOs, senior executives, and global organizations navigate crises and lead transformation at scale.
It was demanding, intense work, and for years I thought success meant grinding harder. But the more I witnessed change at the highest levels, the more I realized: real transformation happens when growth and purpose are aligned.
That insight shaped me, and it ultimately became the foundation of The Monaco Method.
About Melissa
I built my career advising senior executives and guiding some of the world’s biggest brands through crises and transformations. It was high-stakes, demanding work—and for years I believed success meant pushing harder and delivering more.
Over time, I noticed that the leaders who created the most meaningful and lasting impact weren’t the ones grinding the hardest. They were the ones focused on purpose-driven growth. They prioritized reflection, well-being and even experimentation and failure—choices that allowed them to go farther, faster.
That realization landed personally when I was asked a simple question we all hear countless times:
How are you?
This time, the question stopped me cold. I couldn’t answer. I had been chasing titles and promotions by pushing harder and harder, but the cost was steep: I was depleted, disconnected, and absent in too many parts of my life.
So I applied the same principles I had used with executives to myself. The result was a profound transformation—and the foundation of The Monaco Method.
Today, The Monaco Method is both my work and my mission: helping individuals, leaders, and organizations unlock meaningful growth by aligning purpose and performance.
Growth is for Everyone
The Monaco Method isn’t just about personal and professional success—it’s about making growth accessible to all.
Community Commitment: A portion of profits directly support the Hudson Library & Historical Society, expanding access to knowledge, learning, and possibility for people of all ages.
Pro Bono Coaching: Each year, I dedicate a number of engagements—available by application—to individuals navigating hardship or major life transitions. Because moments of change shouldn’t be defined by who can afford support, but by who is ready to grow.
About Melissa
I built my career advising senior executives and guiding some of the world’s biggest brands through crises and transformations. It was high-stakes, demanding work—and for years I believed success meant pushing harder and delivering more.
Over time, I noticed that the leaders who created the most meaningful and lasting impact weren’t the ones grinding the hardest. They were the ones focused on purpose-driven growth. They prioritized reflection, wellbeing and even experimentation and failure—choices that allowed them to go farther, faster.
That realization landed personally when I was asked a simple question we all hear countless times:
How are you?
This time, the question stopped me cold. I couldn’t answer. I had been chasing titles and promotions by pushing harder and harder, but the cost was steep: I was depleted, disconnected, and absent in too many parts of my life.
So I applied the same principles I had used with executives to myself. The result was a profound transformation—and the foundation of The Monaco Method.
Today, The Monaco Method is both my work and my mission: helping individuals, leaders, and organizations unlock meaningful growth by aligning purpose and performance.
Growth is for Everyone
The Monaco Method isn’t just about personal and professional success—it’s about making growth accessible to all.
Community Commitment: A portion of profits directly support the Hudson Library & Historical Society, expanding access to knowledge, learning, and possibility for people of all ages.
Pro Bono Coaching: Each year, I dedicate a number of engagements—available by application—to individuals navigating hardship or major life transitions. Because moments of change shouldn’t be defined by who can afford support, but by who is ready to grow.
