Paula Jenkins

I had the privilege of organizing and attending the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce’s Leaders in Action leadership series featuring Paula Jenkins of LFS Consulting and the experience was truly transformative. Paula Jenkins not only possesses a wealth of knowledge in leadership principles, but also has the rare ability to connect with the audience on a profound and personal level. Their captivating storytelling and real-world examples brought leadership concepts to life, making them accessible and applicable to our everyday challenges. Paula Jenkins inspired us to think differently, encouraging a mindset shift that empowers individuals to lead with authenticity and purpose. What sets Paula Jenkins apart is their genuine passion for developing leaders and their unwavering commitment to fostering positive change. The seminar wasn't just a lecture; it was an interactive and engaging journey that left a lasting impact on everyone in the room. I left feeling not only motivated to enhance my own leadership skills, but also equipped with practical tools and insights to bring about positive change within my team and organization. If you're looking for a speaker who combines expertise, charisma, and a genuine desire to inspire and elevate others, Paula Jenkins is the perfect choice. Their session was not just informative; it was a catalyst for personal and professional growth. I highly recommend Paula Jenkins to any organization or individual seeking to unlock the full potential of their leadership capabilities.

March 11, 2024 To Whom it May Concern, The Highwood Chamber was absolutely delighted to have Paula Jenkins as our featured speaker at our recent Breakfast before Business networking event. My first encounter with Paula was at another Chamber event, where she managed to capture my attention in a brief 30-second introduction. Impressed by her charisma, I reached out and invited her to join us in Highwood. Our event took place at a children's play space, complete with a no-shoes, socks-only play area. Paula, embracing the unique setting, presented in her socks, immediately showcasing her engaging and personable nature. Her presentation on communication styles was not only insightful but also immediately connected with the audience. Paula shared her personal journey, embracing her "unapologetically Paula" approach, and encouraged attendees to identify their communication styles by raising their hands high. The interactive session involved assigning qualities to these styles, resulting in an energetic and participative atmosphere with a plethora of raised hands and enthusiastic responses. Paula's ability to make the experience both enjoyable and educational was evident as the majority of the crowd stayed to engage with her after the presentation. In our conversation, Paula revealed that several attendees were repeat participants, having heard her before and choosing to attend again—a testament to her impact. If you have the opportunity, reason, or even a reasonable chance, I wholeheartedly recommend hiring Paula for your organization. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions if you are considering hiring Paula for an upcoming event. I assure you that I will encourage you wholeheartedly to do so! With gratitude, Jennifur

June 24, 2024 Paula Jenkins, Owner LFS Consulting LLC Dear Paula: On behalf of the Harper Executive Cabinet, I am grateful for your work during our 2024 team retreat. I provided you with clear outcomes I hoped to achieve with my team, including improving communication, optimizing operational excellence, and fostering collaboration. You delivered on all these outcomes during our day-long session; we have seen immediate results and are working better together. From the outset, I appreciated our conversations in advance of the retreat. It was clear you were ensuring that you learned as much as you could about my team so you could tailor the activities to ensure they delivered the desired outcomes. The emotional intelligence assessment and survey on expected outcomes from team members were valuable tools to gather input and buy-in from the team. During the day-long session, you were able to quickly build a rapport with the team that allowed them to relax and share. You created an environment that fostered open and honest communication around critical issues with which were struggling as a team. When it became clear that there was an area on which we needed to focus, you pivoted with ease from the established agenda to ensure we addressed the more important topic at hand. Most importantly, you made sure we had tangible next steps and held us accountable to each other to complete them. I am happy to report that we have already seen results in our Executive Cabinet team meetings since our day-long retreat, including shorter and more effective meetings; more participation in the creation of agendas; an effective welcome and check-in session at the beginning of meetings; an easier collaborative rhythm in our meetings as a result of our team-building efforts within the retreat; and a strengthened strategic approach to discussing issues in meetings. When I asked my team to describe our retreat with you in one word, they said: ▪ Flexible ▪ Beneficial ▪ Engaging x2 ▪ Inspiring ▪ Strong I agree wholeheartedly with their assessment and thank you for helping our team optimize our communication, operations, and collaboration so we can effectively work together to serve our students and our community. I would gladly recommend you to anyone looking for a trusted, seasoned facilitator who will go all in to make one’s team a better one. Sincerely, Avis Proctor, Ed.D.