Leadership Development - Grayslake, IL - LFS Consulting LLC -

We had the pleasure of having Paula R. Jenkins speak to our girls about entrepreneurship, and she delivered an incredibly inspiring and impactful session. Her workshop, “Start Smart: Building a Business Without Breaking the Bank (or Your Spirit),” was full of wisdom, transparency, and encouragement.

Paula shared her personal journey, business insights, and practical steps the girls could take to start preparing for entrepreneurship now. Most importantly, she emphasized how everything in life and business begins and ends with communication—a message that truly resonated.

Her ability to connect with young people is remarkable. She was engaging, authentic, and left a lasting impression on everyone in the room. Highly recommend Paula for any organization looking to inspire, empower, and educate the next generation of leaders!

— Bertina Booker, Butterflies N Effect

I highly recommend Paula for anyone looking to make a real impact in leadership development and team-building! She led an engaging DISC assessment and communication workshop at our company offsite. Paula’s energy, expertise, and ability to connect with the team made the session incredibly valuable. We left with practical tools to improve collaboration and communication.

I was fortunate enough to have Paula Jenkins lead a session on Emotional Intelligence during our College of Science and Health Summer Leadership Development series, and the experience was truly transformative. Paula’s dynamic and engaging workshop provided our faculty and staff leaders with practical tools to enhance their self-awareness, empathy, and effectiveness in leadership. Her ability to connect with the audience, present complex concepts clearly, and inspire meaningful change was exceptional. The session left a lasting impact on our leadership team, equipping them with strategies that have already made a positive difference in how they approach collaboration and team building. If you are looking for a speaker or consultant who delivers immense value and leaves your team stronger and more empowered, I highly recommend Paula Jenkins. Her expertise and passion for leadership development are unmatched. Thank you, Paula, for your incredible contribution to our program!

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Paula's presentation was "EXCELLENT" The flow of her presentation was very insightful. The audience was engaged and understood the depth of her topic. Paula, for the WIN!

Participated in a workshop with Paula Jenkins! Highly recommend her to present to your group or your team. She was inspiring and extremely engaging!

I was delighted to attend an event featuring Paula Jenkins recently. She has a unique ability to connect with the audience and provide deeply insightful content to spur effective communication. I left feeling well-equipped to better manage my business and my team. I was impressed and inspired - her approach was exactly what I needed.

We were thrilled to have Paula Jenkins as our featured speaker at our Breakfast before Business recent networking event in Highwood. 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, a no-shoes, socks-only play area. Paula, embracing the unique setting, presented in her socks, 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 participatory atmosphere with 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—a testament to her impact. If you have the opportunity, reason, or even a reasonable chance, I wholeheartedly recommend hiring Paula for your organization. Thank you, Paula, and please consider returning to Highwood again!

This is the second time I've had Paula speak for a leadership series for our Chamber of Commerce and to say the least she blew it out of the park. She was personable and engaging, had the audience enthralled and participating, which was great to see. We will definitely be booking her again. I can't recommend her enough.

The financial session presented by LFS Consulting at a recent college conference for women of color left an indelible mark on all attendees. LFS Consulting's presentation was a masterclass in financial education. Paula's deep knowledge and expertise were immediately evident, and her ability to convey complex financial concepts in a simple and engaging manner was truly remarkable. The high energy and enthusiasm they brought to the session were infectious, making the room come alive with excitement. It was clear that Paula was not just there to deliver information but to inspire and empower.

Paula was a guest speaker at our company retreat and what a TREAT it was for us! Paula was professional, engaging, funny, inclusive, and energetic!!! Her speaking topic on empathy in the workplace as well as learning about the DISC assessment was SPOT ON and well received by the entire staff! Thank you so much Paula, WE LOVED YOU!!!!

Paula was one of our keynote speakers for the McHenry Area Chamber LEAD conference. She was both informative and entertaining which is an important combination in a speaker. I've heard multiple speakers over the years on the topic of Communication and even a few who discussed the DISC assessment, but Paula's energy and relatability made this presentation so much more impactful. I would highly encourage working with Paula.

Today I feel compelled to post that I thoroughly enjoyed Paula Jenkin’s presentation at a local Chamber event. I highly recommend her for any speaking engagement. I love her strong and refreshing real approach to presenting herself in a real way that’s not only relatable but engaging and entertaining. Everyone at the seminar truly enjoyed it. The topic of communication from a leadership perspective was interesting and I can only say Hire Her if you can use great insight on how to work better with your team as well gain some insight on your own communication style. Additionally, she addresses her personal growth and her strong work experience and how it brought her to the industry of public speaking! 5 ⭐️ all day!

LFS Consulting is a fantastic company! I worked with Paula Jenkins in a professional capacity to develop and deliver exceptional diversity, equity, and inclusion training for my business. From start to finish, their team demonstrated an impressive level of professionalism and expertise that helped our organization deliver DEI training to the community. Paula is knowledgeable, engaging and passionate about creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone to learn and grow. She tailored the training to meet our specific needs and challenges, and the exercises she used were thought-provoking and practical, allowing us to apply what we learned immediately. Paula's commitment to DEI education and awareness is evident in everything she does. From the content of the training to the way she conducts herself with clients. She is also skilled at navigating difficult conversations and creating a space where everyone feels comfortable and respected. Overall, we had a fantastic experience working with Paula at LFS Consulting, and we highly recommend the company to any organization looking to grow in their DEI initiatives. Their approach is comprehensive, sensitive, and effective, and they truly go above and beyond to make a difference.

Paula Jenkins of LFS Consulting is a game changer. I have worked with her for the last 4 years as she provides coaching, guidance and leadership with a empathetic style. She meets you where you are and encourages you to discover the answer through thoughtful conversation and discussion. She brings a wealth of knowledge related to financial acumen and stewardship but more importantly she aimed to introduce ownership and accountability in her clients, not forced but welcome.