In this episode of The Early Edge, Jay and Jeff are joined by Stephanie Polen, President of The Polen Group, for a thoughtful conversation on navigating conflict. Stephanie introduces a practical framework to help you better understand how both you and others tend to respond to conflict. She also shares a proven tool that leaders and teams can use to manage it more effectively. Whether you’re leading others or developing your own self-awareness, this episode offers insights to help you approach conflict with greater confidence and clarity.

Jay and Jeff welcome Madeline Westfall to discuss her creative path to starting a business. Madeline shares valuable lessons about creating your own path, surrounding yourself with the right people, and taking the first step—even when you don’t have it all figured out. Her story offers practical encouragement for anyone navigating the early stages of their career.

Join Jay and Jeff as they dive into a real-time conversation about a new business idea—an AI advisory service. This unscripted discussion offers a brief, behind-the-scenes look at how to think through launching something new. We explore key questions like: What’s the unmet need in the market? Who is the ideal customer? If you’re curious about how business ideas take shape, this episode offers practical insights into the earliest stages.