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The Gen Mess with Tess

Tess Brigham
Gen Z
Generational Differences
Burnout
Early Career
Millennials
Psychological Safety
Artificial Intelligence
Generation Z
Workplace Culture
Mental Health
Therapy
Generational Divide
Generation X
American Dream
Transparency
San Francisco, United States
Abilene, United States
Work Psychology
Tess Brigham
Law Firms

Are generational divides in the workplace and in life driving you crazy?

The Gen Mess with Tess is here to help! Hosted by Tess Brigham—certified coach, licensed therapist, TEDx speaker, author, and mom to a Gen Zer—this podcast tackles the challenges and complexities of navigating life and work across multiple generations. From the unique struggles of Gen Z to the evolving perspectives of Millenn... more

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You left. You reflected. You did the work. You asked better questions, watched for red flags, and turned down offers that didn't feel right. And then six months into the new job, the same feeling came back.

This isn't bad luck. And it isn't a failur... more

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You did everything right. The school, the job, the hustle. You followed the path, and you're good at it! So why does it still feel like something's missing?

This week, Tess sits down with Malaika Smyth, a coach for high achievers who have checked ev... more

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You gave the feedback carefully. You were constructive. You even thought through every word. And they still shut down.

If you're a manager or HR leader wondering why feedback conversations keep going sideways, this episode is the one you've been wai... more

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Is AI really replacing jobs, or are we misunderstanding AI's role at work?

In this episode of The Gen Mess with Tess, Tess Brigham sits down with People Operations executive Erin Turnmeyer to break down what leaders, employees, and organizations are... more

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Amy Landino
Bestselling author and creator of Amy TV; founder of Vlog Boss Studios
Vlog Boss Studios; Amy TV
Episode: Ep 55: 3 Ways to Take Back Your Morning Routine with Movement, Mindfulness, and Mastery with Amy Landino
Amy Leneker
Founder and CEO of the Center for Joyful Work
Center for Joyful Work
Episode: Ep 53: How High Achievers Burn Out Twice: Stress, Joy at Work, and What Leaders Still Get Wrong with Amy Leneker
Corrine Ishio
Founder of My Working Soul
My Working Soul
Episode: Ep 51: Why Fast Growth Breaks Company Culture
Trent Cotton
Non-HR HR executive; author of Sprint Recruiting and High Performance Recruiting; host of The Human Capitalist
ISOMS (Head of Talent Insights and Analyst Relations)
Episode: Ep 49: AI Anxiety in the Workplace & The Future of Talent with Trent Cotton
Ashley Herd
Founder and CEO of The Manager Method; co-host of HR Besties
The Manager Method; HR Besties
Episode: Ep 47: The Manager Effect | Why Your Boss Impacts Your Mental Health More Than You Think with Ashley Herd
Jenny Calcoen
CEO and founder of Inner Earthquake LLC; private coach and former executive helping high-achieving women through burnout and major life transitions
Inner Earthquake LLC
Episode: Ep 46: The Cost of High Achievement: Burnout, Identity, and Leadership Transitions with Jenny Calcoen
Liz Helton
Career strategist and former PR executive
Career Transformation Partners
Episode: Ep 41: From PR Glam to Career Jam: Storytelling Your Way Out of the Void
Katrena Friel
Business mentor, international speaker, award-winning author
Becoming the Expert (business coaching)
Episode: Ep 40: Golden Handcuffs & Gut Checks: Escaping the Career Carousel
Alay Yajnik
law firm growth expert, speaker
Law Firm Growth Group (Law Firms Success Group)
Episode: Ep 39: Law & Order: Time Management Unit

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Tess Brigham
Host of The Gen Mess with Tess

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Great interview

    Tess does a great interview. She draws out important points on the topic, is warm, friendly and most of all insightful. You’ll always learn more than expected when you listen to one of her podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laniedenslow
    United States3 months ago
  • Love Tess and her podcast

    This podcast is spot on for all topics about personal and professional development. I feel seen and learn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Antipasti13
    United States3 months ago
  • Huge fan

    Love the info but love even more the flow of conversation. Funny, educational, and real!! This is always a treat!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OateseyInSD
    United States4 months ago
  • A Must Listen for HR Professionals

    Millennial here! Tess has the pulse on the generational challenges we all face at home and at work. The skills needed for Human Resources and team management are evolving and this podcast does a great job at providing a range of perspectives across generations. Thank you, Tess!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMlistener90
    United States4 months ago
  • Actionable Tips

    Love the different points of view and real, actionable tips I can take-a-way. One of my favorites.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Abby Medcalf
    United States6 months ago

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The conversation flow is engaging and approachable, with useful perspectives across topics like HR, leadership, and burnout.
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Ep 40: Golden Handcuffs & Gut Checks: Escaping the Career Carousel
Q: What is your process for helping someone build a personal brand and multiple income streams?
Her approach includes discovering the client's zone of genius, crafting a seven-streams-of-income ecosystem around a signature program, and providing end-to-end support for a 12-month engagement.
Ep 40: Golden Handcuffs & Gut Checks: Escaping the Career Carousel
Q: What is the Golden Handcuffs concept and why is it a barrier to changing careers?
She explains how debt and societal expectations keep people attached to traditional employment, making it hard to pursue more fulfilling or flexible paths, especially across generations.
Ep 41: From PR Glam to Career Jam: Storytelling Your Way Out of the Void
Q: How should job seekers approach AI in their career search?
AI is a persistent tool; job seekers should educate themselves, use AI as a thought partner to enhance thinking and articulation, but always maintain their own voice and strategic goals, using AI to draft questions, recap conversations, and build content that aligns with their audience.
Ep 41: From PR Glam to Career Jam: Storytelling Your Way Out of the Void
Q: What has changed the most in eight years of helping people with career transitions?
The recruiting process and job search have become much more technology-driven and volume-based, yet the core need remains: people must network and strategically present their value, with an emphasis on human connection over simple clicks.
Ep 27: Write or Wrong: Why Most Writing Sucks (and How to Fix It) with Brian Morgan
Q: What daily practice would you recommend to become a clearer thinker and writer?
Start with your reflections on what you're writing about before you write, and engage in a 90-day free program of prolific writing in a group setting to train sense-making.

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A show exploring how different generations think, work, and live, with a focus on workplace psychology, leadership, burnout, and culture. Conversations span Gen Z's need for clarity, the evolving role of HR and managers, and practical strategies to reduce stress, improve communication, and design people-first systems during growth. Notable is the host's emphasis on psychological safety, cross-generational dialogue, and actionable frameworks that listeners can apply at work or in managing teams. The format blends expert guests, personal stories, and research-backed insights to help professionals understand generational dynamics and build healthier workplaces.

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Recent guests on The Gen Mess with Tess include:

1. Amy Landino
2. Amy Leneker
3. Corrine Ishio
4. Trent Cotton
5. Ashley Herd
6. Jenny Calcoen
7. Liz Helton
8. Katrena Friel

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