Episode 41 of Stop. Drop. & ROLE with Guest: Zoë Bishop - “Professional Encourager” from Wetherby, England 🇬🇧

What if you could start each day with a sense of purpose, positivity and realism?

In this 35-minute convo, Zoe and I talk about:

• How she became so relentlessly positive (without veering into toxic positivity)
• The difference between gratitude, hope, and positivity at work
• Her "Blessed Before You're Dressed" (#BBYD) mindset and why it actually works
• The power of handwritten encouragement (yes, notecards still matter!)
• Using Strengths to spot the good in others
• And how small, intentional encouragement can change the culture at work and at home

Zoe's daily #BBYD posts are more than a feel-good scroll, they’re a movement.

Tune in and be inspired to bring a little more light into your leadership.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts

And check out Zoe’s Etsy shop for “gratitude reminders” and notecards that make encouragement easy and personal.

Sometimes we think we're leading effectively, but truth be told - we're commanding and controlling. We unknowingly keep our teams and leaders stuck.

What's worse, is that we're teaching them that that type of leadership is effective.

But we're in 2025... not 1985.

This week’s Stop. Drop. & ROLE episode, “When Your Team Has Outgrown Your Leadership Style,” is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever said:

“That’s just how I was trained.” “It worked for me…” “This is how we’ve always done it.”

But what if what got us here… won’t get us there?

In this 30-minute solo episode, Jen walks through each stage of the ROLE method - Reflect, Observe, Listen, Evolve to help you:

✔️ Let go of outdated leadership habits

✔️ Stay relevant in how you guide your team

✔️ Relate better to today’s workforce

✔️ Rewrite your own leadership style to keep up with the changing generations

Real stories. Reflective questions. Practical insight.

Listen, and then share with someone else who you think could benefit from hearing it too.

In this powerful episode of Stop. Drop & ROLE, I sit down with Michelle Moffitt - therapist, coach, author, and trauma survivor as she shares her personal and professional journey of breaking free from a past that taught her resiliency and grit in life and work. Michelle opens up about how she reclaimed her voice, her gut instincts, and her life, and how that transformation now fuels her work with women who are rediscovering themselves at work and in life.

She is the author of Cracked Open: A Journey to a Resilient and Independent Mindset - a raw and relatable book available wherever you get your favorite reads.

Michelle is professionally trained in healing and growth modalities including the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Narrative Focused Trauma Care, The Mindsight Institute, Neuro Mastery, and the Integrative Enneagram.

Together, we explore the four parts of ROLE—Reflect, Observe, Listen, and Evolve.

Michelle emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, observing our behaviors, re-learning how to trust our gut (especially after being "gut-washed"), and stepping into our leadership with presence and purpose.

Her message is a vital reminder to shift from being a human-doing to a human-being - and lead from a place of self-awareness, compassion, and authentic connection.

Internships are one of those things we need to take a closer look at. It is a season but should not feel seasonal. It should be strategic; an opportunity for everyone involved to grow and lead.

Company - When was the last time you revamped your internship program? (If you have one...)

Intern - How intentional is the company being with the time they've got you for? (What does the onboarding look/sound like?)

In this episode of Stop Drop & ROLE, Jen breaks down how your interns are absorbing more than just technical skills. They’re learning how your industry and company leads, communicates, prioritizes safety and trust - and whether it's a place they want to stay.

Jen walks through the framework of Stop. Drop. Reflect. Observe. Listen. Evolve. to get us thinking more intentionally about turning internships into leadership opportunities. Not just for the interns, but for your whole team.

From pairing with the right mentors and coworkers to having set 1:1 conversations where candor flows and a new point of view is welcomed, this episode helps you get clear on what constitutes a successful - thriving internship experience.

Gen Z, Millennials & New Talent: Safely Driving Change

New talent is arriving with fresh eyes and bold ideas. But here’s the truth: Change can either unite a team or completely shake its foundation. How can we challenge the status quo without triggering fear, power struggles, or resistance?

This episode of Stop. Drop & ROLE is for the bold, new thinkers - and the experienced leaders who built the systems they now work in and may even oversee.

Jen dives into how Gen Z, Millennials, and emerging voices can drive meaningful change without ego, accusation, or authority struggles. Instead, she walks through the ROLE method to guide thoughtful, collaborative conversations that shift culture (and mindsets) without burning bridges.

Listeners will learn how to:

• Step into the shoes of legacy leaders to understand the why behind resistance.
• Spot outdated practices that may no longer serve the team or business.
• Ask smart, safe, and curious questions that move conversations forward.
• Avoid the “I know better” trap and instead build trust through insight, not power.

This episode doesn’t pit generations against each other, it equips everyone to recognize when it’s time to evolve, and how to do it with confidence and care.

Perfect for:

• Emerging professionals ready to make a mark
• Leaders mentoring new talent
• Teams navigating culture change and generational differences
• Anyone craving healthier, more courageous workplace conversations

Listen in and learn: How to lead up, speak up, and show up with curiosity and collaboration at the core.

If you’re a leader (or becoming one) this episode is your guide to rewriting workplace norms with respect and intention.

Listen now wherever you stream your podcasts

Tag a leader or rising star who needs to hear this!

In this June episode of Stop Drop & ROLE, Jen gets real about the mental health crisis affecting men - especially those working in high-stress, high-responsibility industries like construction.

This isn’t therapy, and Jen’s not a therapist, but she is here to equip leaders with a practical, heart-centered method to check in on their teams using the six steps of Stop. Drop. & ROLE.

If you’re overseeing men at work - especially those who pride themselves on being “strong and silent”- you’ll walk away with tools to start conversations that matter, help your people reconnect with a bigger purpose, and remind them (and maybe yourself) that work is just one piece of the life puzzle.

This June, when many organizations focus on men’s mental health - remember: As the leader, you don’t have to fix it. You just have to face it with them.

Because real strength isn’t silence. It’s connection.

Take care of your people. Check in on your crew/team.

Remind them that who they are matters more than what they do.

Episode 35 marks a milestone - our very first guest interview!

Jen sits down with Rachel Radway, a certified coach, author, and expert in neurodivergent leadership. Rachel brings her deep experience working with high-achieving women who are wired a bit differently - often highly sensitive, sometimes overlooked.

Together, they explore what it means to lead as a neurodivergent person in today’s workplace. From Rachel’s personal story of burnout and transformation in rural Peru to the ways neurodivergence shapes boundaries, problem-solving, and emotional resilience - this conversation is packed with insight and heart.

You’ll hear honest dialogue around avoiding labels, honoring differences, and recognizing the hidden signs of burnout - especially for those who’ve been told they’re “too much”, "weird" or “too different.” Rachel also offers resources for those curious about masking, hormonal impacts on brain function, and how to lead from a place of self-love and strength.

If you’ve ever felt out of step with the typical leadership mold, this episode is your reminder that there's nothing wrong with your wiring - it might just be your superpower.

*Don't forget to check out Rachel's new book Perceptive - available wherever you buy your favorite books!

Episode 34 of Stop Drop & ROLE takes an unexpected turn.

In this episode, Jen shares a heartfelt letter originally published in her newsletter - offering a dose of kind candor as she calls out the outdated practices we've outgrown in the world of Human Resources.

More TED Talk than typical walkthrough, this short but powerful message invites reflection and sparks growth - whether you work in HR or simply recognize it's time for change in the industry.