Jen Slaw

In this interactive presentation, audience members will embody what it means to live and work with a growth mindset and strengthen collaboration. Just like in a game of catch, when we create opportunities for connection and are present and open to receive new ideas and information, we can truly transform relationships and culture. 

Collaborative and engaged cultures are built when we can shift from overwhelm and fear to creative exploration. As leaders, we can make that shift and sustain growth and innovation in times of change when we:  

Embrace continuous learning and improvement to learn from mistakes and refine the process.
Improve work-life integration for ourselves and those we lead for greater resiliency in the face of change.
Improve collaboration and communication, building trust and ownership among co-workers.

Audiences leave with a 4 step mantra to be more resilient, adaptable, and better able to connect and support each other as they continue to create cultures of learning and innovation, and lead through times of constant change.

What are you ready to catch?

Engaged teams are vital to an organization’s success and essential for staying resilient and innovative in the face of change.

This session highlights how to strengthen teams through 3 practical “Catch Phrases” for effective collaboration in action:

1. Make your throw more catchable. Successful catches require good throws. Leaders and team members have the power to make what they are communicating more receivable. By understanding those on the receiving end, they can have empathy and adjust their delivery, especially in the face of resistance.  

2. Once you throw, it’s out of your hands. Team members must learn to trust, delegate, and empower others to leverage their unique talents and skills. This frees individuals to be ready for what’s coming next.

3. Get in sync. It is essential to establish agreement on the objective and process, find a collaborative rhythm, and reset when necessary.

In this interactive presentation, audience members physically engage with each other, throwing and catching, and learn to:

* Utilize the strengths and learning styles of each unique team member to craft mutually beneficial collaborations
* Create a plan of action for goal achievement
* Break down a problem into smaller, achievable steps
* Connect and communicate while challenging and supporting team members
* Build trust and confidence to innovate with creative solutions

Growth and change are a vital part of any strategic plan to stay at the forefront of innovation. Let’s not just manage it, but CREATE it.

Participants learn:

• How the process of learning to juggle can help us reprogram and question WHY we do something a certain way

• To set big personal and team goals

• Principles of creative thinking and problem solving

• How to create change and manage resistance to change by taking action

• The importance of building a unified team with confidence, a clearly defined goal, and effective communication strategies

• How to distinguish your business from your competitors and wow clients with customized attention

• How to think “outside the box” to find innovative solutions and juggle multiple roles and responsibilities

All presentations are customized to best fit the goals of the particular group, and topics may be combined. Jen combines speaking, juggling performance, and interactive activities for an unforgettable experience. She shares her signature B.A.L.L. 4 step formula for balance, productivity, and creating positive change.

A team can be a powerful strategy for achieving a goal. Learn how to work together more effectively.

Building a strong, cohesive team, as well as mutually beneficial client relationships and business partnerships can be powerful tools for productivity, goal achievement, and creative problem solving and critical for any strategic planning process. In this interactive session, participants learn to:

• Utilize the strengths and learning styles of each unique member to craft mutually beneficial collaborations

• Create a plan of action for goal achievement

• Break down a problem into smaller, achievable steps

• Connect and communicate while challenging and supporting team members

• Build trust and confidence

All presentations are customized to best fit the goals of the particular group, and topics may be combined. Jen combines speaking, juggling performance, and interactive activities for an unforgettable experience. She shares her signature B.A.L.L. 4 step formula for balance, productivity, and creating positive change.