In this episode of Stop. Drop. & R.O.L.E., host Jen Cáceres dives into the transformative journey of discovering and embracing your authentic self.

Authenticity isn’t easy—it’s vulnerable and requires courage. Jen shares personal stories about growing up and working in environments that challenged her authenticity and courage. Her experiences influenced her path as a coach and leader, inspiring this episode to help others find and live as their true selves.

Listeners are guided through the R.O.L.E. framework with highlights from each step:

1. STOP – Take an intentional pause to be fully present. Reflect on this episode as an act of self-care and discovery.
2. DROP – Let go of what’s holding you back: expectations, masks, fear, people-pleasing, and negative self-talk.
3. REFLECT – Dive deep into what prevents you from being authentic.
4. OBSERVE – Overcome fear by re-framing it as an opportunity. Learn how to handle criticism and rejection with growing confidence and emotional resilience.
5. LISTEN – Tune into what’s happening around and within you. Jen shares how listening with your eyes—paying attention to cues—helps build self-awareness and align your actions with your values.
6. EVOLVE – Use your insights to step into a braver version of yourself.

This episode allows listeners to explore vulnerabilities while empowering you to take actionable steps toward a more authentic life. Whether you’re a leader, parent, or someone seeking deeper self-awareness, this conversation will resonate deeply and inspire healthy change.

Tune in for an episode that challenges, supports, and inspires you to embrace your authentic self with courage!

Reminder: Coaching, and the Stop. Drop. & R.O.L.E Podcast is not therapy. If you experience discomfort or heightened emotions while listening, consider seeking support from a licensed therapist. Jen reminds us: while coaching focuses on moving forward, healing from the past is essential and sometimes requires more intensified, professional help.

In today’s episode of Stop, Drop, and ROLE, we’re tackling the nerve-wracking world of interviews—an experience so stressful that many find it more terrifying than a trip to the dentist! Drawing on her years of coaching and recruiting experience, Jen Cáceres breaks down the interview process to help job seekers find clarity, confidence, and calm.

Whether you're searching for your next role or exploring opportunities to grow within your current one, Jen's 6-step Stop, Drop & ROLE framework will guide you in asking the right questions, reflecting on your values, and approaching interviews as an authentic, mutual evaluation. Plus, there's bonus material with targeted questions to ask in any interview!

Key Takeaways:

• STOP to define your intentions and goals.
• DROP into the right mindset, leaving past interview baggage behind.
• REFLECT on alignment with your values and goals.
• OBSERVE cues from your interviewer and environment.
• LISTEN actively and assess any red flags.
• EVOLVE by using each interview as a growth experience.

* Download the Episode 8 Guide at PerpetualCapacity.com to make the most of today’s insights!

Boundaries have become a buzzword, but why are they so crucial for our well-being?

A boundary is a tool to protect what you care about most. They're not all about saying "no", but also about saying "yes" to what matters most to you in life and at work.

In this episode, we explore how boundaries go beyond being just limits—they’re essential acts of self-care that allow us to manage our time, energy, and relationships effectively. We’ll discuss why setting boundaries can feel challenging, especially if we grew up in environments where they weren’t encouraged, and how lacking them can lead to burnout, lack of confidence and resentment.

Using the Stop, Drop, and ROLE (Reflect, Observe, Listen, Evolve) framework, we’ll walk through the 6 steps to empower you to create boundaries that protect your energy and allow you to show up as your best self, at work and at home.