Paula R Jenkins
The Lead By Example Speaker
Travels from Chicago IL, USA
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Speaks on:
Adaptive Leadership
Communication
DEI
Emotional Intelligence
Inclusive Leadership
Leadership Development
Speaks to:
Nonprofits & NGOs
Other / Cross-Industry
Associations & Membership Orgs
Startups & Entrepreneurs
Corporate Teams & Enterprises
Higher Education & Vocational
Formats:
Keynote
Workshop
Training
Breakout
Facilitation
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Key Audience Outcomes
Participants gained a profound understanding of their authentic selves, empowering them to embrace their unique identities in both professional and personal spheres.
Attendees developed practical strategies for improving communication skills, fostering stronger relationships with colleagues, and enhancing overall team collaboration.
Individuals acquired valuable insights into emotional intelligence and implicit bias, enabling them to become more empathetic and inclusive leaders.
Participants learned actionable techniques for managing their finances effectively, empowering them to take control of their financial futures.
Paula's Bio
Paula R Jenkins is the Lead By Example Speaker—authentic, unapologetic, and unforgettable. With a bold belief that “True Leaders C.R.E.A.T.E. More Leaders,” she helps teams and leaders cut through the noise, communicate with intention, and lead with impact. A master facilitator, speaker, and coach, Paula brings energy, truth, and a touch of humor to every stage. Everything begins and ends with communication—and she’s here to change the world, one conversation at a time. She teaches how to speak with confidence, master emotional intelligence, and navigate the tough conversations most people avoid. From boardrooms to breakrooms, Paula equips leaders to own their voice—even when it shakes.
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Paula Offers the Following Talks
Sometimes You Win, Sometimes You Lose - It's Time to Lead!
Transform losses into gains and show up with resilience, even when it’s hard.
Take control of their future by making intentional, informed choices.
See failure as an opportunity for growth and learning.
Embrace continuous learning to lead more effectively in every situation.
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You Are Either Connecting or Repelling - Which One Are You?
Identify their own communication patterns and quickly recognize those in others.
Master key strategies to motivate and inspire through intentional, clear communication.
Leverage authenticity to build deeper, more meaningful connections.
Transform relationships at work and in life by improving their communication approach.
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Use the E.Q.I.Q. Formula to Achieve Success
Apply emotional intelligence in decision-making to improve outcomes and relationships.
Increase self-awareness by understanding what they feel and why it matters.
Develop empathy to navigate and respond to the emotions of others effectively.
Leverage emotional intelligence to build stronger connections and achieve success.
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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion: Moving Beyond the Buzzwords (DEI IS Leadership)
Understand how communication styles, emotional intelligence, and leadership fundamentals work together to make DEI integral to effective leadership—not just an initiative.
Learn to adapt communication styles to build trust and connection with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
Develop self-awareness and empathy to recognize and address unconscious biases while fostering equity and belonging in team interactions.
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Audience & Client Feedback on Paula
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If you often feel uncertain or are reluctant to speak in spaces outside of your comfort zone; spaces where you believe your voice won’t be heard or validated, Paula’s book is for you. You will see yourself in her personal stories and start to embrace the freedom of being who you were born to be and letting go of your fears and start to show up fully confident and stand your ground. No more masks, no more emotional stress because your heart and soul are ready to communicate authentically without regrets or worries.
Cheryl
Paula is a dynamic, high-energy speaker who immediately brings the room to life. I really enjoyed her storytelling, pragmatic advice, and ability to translate big ideas into insights that felt useful and actionable. I also loved how intentionally she created opportunities for us to engage with one another. By the end of the session, I felt like I had learned not only from Paula, but also gotten to know the people around me better. It was an engaging, thoughtful, and memorable experience.
Jessica Qaasim
I would like to say, when you first started speaking I began tearing up. It’s so important to know how to communicate with people rather at the workplace, your personal life or just period. A person never knows what a person is going through and you might say something that can either save a person life or cause a person to take their life. Thank you thank you thank you I truly appreciate and needed this. Ps- I wish you could come speak at my office Keep up the good amazing work
Tiffany Hoffy
I was on vacation during this session but had a colleague record and I was so entranced with the way you speak and your passion regarding diversity in leadership and work culture. It was inspiring to hear, especially coming from a black woman who does not minimize her experiencing more accomplishments regarding herself/culture or existence. I can learn so much from her stance and how she carries herself.
Attendee
Paula was wonderful. She was engaging and honest. I appreciated that she was willing to pivot the conversation to deal with tough issues that came to light during the conversation. She was tough, but I didn't feel chastised as she pointed out behaviors that needed to be changed, as she tied them back to our core values. I found the session to be inspiring.
Attendee
I was disappointed when I saw DISC was the topic, since I have been to many of these talks. Paula did a fantastic job talking evenly about all communication / action styles stressing that everyone has all types. If you are new on your journey, feel you lack self awareness or your team does… this is a good place to get a leg up on your teamwork journey.
Attendee
She made a topic that can be pretty boring interesting to listen to and learn about. She made use of the small class and has us all working collaboratively with each other. Even just being able to teach teenagers for like eight hours while keeping us engaged and laughing is very impressive and I learned things that I will definitely use in my future.
Attendee
Paula has the magic ability to express exactly what you need to hear. Even if you've heard it 100 times before, it lands differently coming out of Paula's mouth. She really makes you feel like, "what I have to say, what I have to contribute is valuable". She's such an inspiring and engaging speaker - I would listen to her talk about anything!
Sonia
Paula’s session was incredibly helpful as a newer professional in the nonprofit space! I really appreciated the way she weaved in so many critical concepts in a short time frame and gave a worksheet to follow along the content with. I will always remember the phrase “everything begins & ends with communication”!
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