HeyJaredThe Early Edge Mentorship Podcast
Welcome to The Early Edge–a mentorship podcast for next generation leaders. Hosts Jay Messner and Jeff Andrews have spent decades growing businesses and leading people.
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Early Edge – Conflict Might Not Be the Problem (opens the original)
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Conflict is inevitable—but it isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, handled well, it can lead to better decisions, stronger relationships, and better teams. In this episode, Jay and Jeff explore why conflict happens, how unclear roles and different communication styles can create friction, and why going directly to the person is usually better than gossiping, escalating, or avoiding the issue. They also share practical ways to recognize when conflict is a problem to solve—and when it’s simply somet
Early Edge - Time to Catch Up (opens the original)
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Jay and Jeff are back for Episode 31 with a long-overdue catch-up. They share what they’ve been up to over the past few months, talk about a client they’re both working with, and reflect on the importance of staying connected with the people in your network. They also look ahead and preview the topic they’ll dig into in the next episode.
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