Honestly, We're Learning

ClearEdge

Join ClearEdge’s CEO and founder, Leslie Vickrey, and CMO and SVP of Recruiting, Lesly Cardec, for a raw look at the career turning points that make or break a person. Together, they speak with guests who have handled it all—from successes to roadblocks to pivots—for a candid, witty, never-judgmental exploration of their journey. Focus not just on their wins, but the messy middle—failures, pivots, and lessons learned. As leaders of a marketing agency that also helps place marketers in roles where they thrive, Leslie and Lesly bring a unique perspective to every conversation—one grounded in both building great brands and great careers. Between guest episodes, they dive into what’s happening in marketing and talent today: the trends reshaping how brands connect, the shifts redefining hiring, and what makes truly impactful marketing happen. The banter is warm. The coffee is hot. And there’s no need to pretend you have it all figured out because, honestly, we’re all still learning.

Episodes

  1. FEB 3

    Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt in Leadership

    In this episode, Leslie Vickrey and Lesly Cardec share how they are kicking off their new year and sit down with Joanie Bily, CEO of Dress for Success, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for unemployed and underemployed women. She shares her journey into nonprofit leadership, the mission of empowering women, and the importance of overcoming self-doubt. Connect with Joanie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joaniebily/  Episode Chapters 1:10: New Year's Resolutions and What We're Not Doing 8:20: The History and Mission of Dress for Success 11:45: A Journey to Building Self-Belief 15:05: Learning Uncomfortable Lessons 17:00: CEOs Don't Know Everything 19:20: What Does Staffing Look Like in 2026? 22:56: Feeling Most Like Yourself and How That Influences Leadership 24:55: Tips for Leading Through Uncertainty About Honestly, We’re Learning Join ClearEdge’s CEO and founder, Leslie Vickrey, and CMO and SVP of Recruiting, Lesly Cardec, for a raw look at the career turning points that make or break a person. Together, they speak with guests who have handled it all—from successes to roadblocks to pivots—for a candid, witty, never-judgmental exploration of their journey. Focus not just on their wins, but the messy middle—failures, pivots, and lessons learned. As leaders of a marketing agency that also helps place marketers in roles where they thrive, Leslie and Lesly bring a unique perspective to every conversation—one grounded in both building great brands and great careers. Between guest episodes, they dive into what’s happening in marketing and talent today: the trends reshaping how brands connect, the shifts redefining hiring, and what makes truly impactful marketing happen. Learn more about ClearEdge: https://meetclearedge.com/  Connect with Leslie Vickrey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lvickrey/Connect with Lesly Cardec: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslycardec/

    44 min

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Join ClearEdge’s CEO and founder, Leslie Vickrey, and CMO and SVP of Recruiting, Lesly Cardec, for a raw look at the career turning points that make or break a person. Together, they speak with guests who have handled it all—from successes to roadblocks to pivots—for a candid, witty, never-judgmental exploration of their journey. Focus not just on their wins, but the messy middle—failures, pivots, and lessons learned. As leaders of a marketing agency that also helps place marketers in roles where they thrive, Leslie and Lesly bring a unique perspective to every conversation—one grounded in both building great brands and great careers. Between guest episodes, they dive into what’s happening in marketing and talent today: the trends reshaping how brands connect, the shifts redefining hiring, and what makes truly impactful marketing happen. The banter is warm. The coffee is hot. And there’s no need to pretend you have it all figured out because, honestly, we’re all still learning.