The Catalyst Table

Leisa Jenkins
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Welcome to The Catalyst Table — a faith-first, real-life leadership podcast for people who wear all the hats. Hosted by Leisa Jenkins, this show is for faith-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, and parents who are juggling marriage, kids, business, purpose, and all the chaos in between — and want practical tools that actually work. Each week, you’ll get real conversations, honest stories, and simple, practical steps to help you clear your head, strengthen your faith, lead your family well, and thrive in the life God created you for. From marriage and mindset to business clarity, parenting, purpose, and emotional peace — nothing is off the table here. If you’re ready to cut through the noise, get aligned, and live with clarity, courage, and commitment, pull up a chair. Welcome to The Catalyst Table. Your growth starts now.

Episodes

  1. Jul 21

    We Are Making Social Media Harder Than It Needs to Be

    What happens when a simple post about your grandma's quilts reaches nearly half a million people? In this final episode of the Room Full of Quilts series, I share the biggest lesson of all. As leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, business owners, and content creators, we spend so much time trying to figure out how to get noticed that we often forget how to connect. In this episode we talk about: Why people connect with stories more than strategiesThe surprising lesson hidden in a viral Facebook postWhat my niece's sewing project taught me about impactWhy we may be overcomplicating social mediaThe difference between getting attention and creating connectionWhat leaders, coaches, and entrepreneurs can learn from a room full of quiltsWhy one post can create momentumHow to identify what is actually working in your business and contentThe importance of removing noise and focusing on what mattersWhy people aren't looking for perfect—they're looking for realThis Week's ChallengeShare one story. Not a quote. Not a graphic. Not a teaching post. Share a story, a lesson, a memory, or a moment that mattered.Remove the noise. Stop chasing every strategy. Stop going down every rabbit hole. Create space to hear what really matters.Need Help Simplifying Your Message? If you're struggling to know what to post, how to share your story, or how to create deeper connection with your audience, reach out. I love helping leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, and business owners simplify their messaging, identify what's working, and create more impact. 👉 Connect with me here: Click Here 🧠 Free Resource in today's episode Download my free 7-Day Clear the Noise Reset ( Noted in the show as Information Detox) and learn how to clear the noise in your head and heart, hear God's direction more clearly, and move forward again. Click here 🎙 More resources: Click here Leisa Jenkins Coach • Speaker • #1 Best Selling Author Host of The Catalyst Table Podcast Develop YOU. Build skills. Impact others. Win big.

    We Are Making Social Media Harder Than It Needs to Be

  2. Jul 14

    The Things That Matter Most Are Inconvenient

    Last week, I shared the story of my grandma's room full of quilts. This week, we're talking about the lessons hidden inside them. What does quilting have to do with leadership, faith, parenting, business, relationships, and legacy? More than you might think. In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Why convenience may be costing us more than we realize ✅ The pillow my niece wanted to sew and the lesson it taught me ✅ Why everything meaningful requires patience ✅ The power of repetition and consistency ✅ Why most people want results without sacrifice ✅ What faithfulness looks like when nobody is watching ✅ How small acts become lasting legacies ✅ Practical ways to leave something meaningful behind Key QuestionWhat are you willing to suffer for long enough that it becomes someone else's blessing? This Week's ChallengeTake 10 minutes and ask yourself: What am I building right now?What am I being faithful to?What impact will remain long after I'm gone?What am I willing to do consistently, even when it's inconvenient? Then choose one small action you can take this week that future generations will benefit from. Because legacy isn't built in a day. It's built one choice, one conversation, one prayer, one act of faithfulness at a time. 🧠 Free Resource in today's episode Download my free 7-Day Clear the Noise Reset ( Noted in the show as Information Detox) and learn how to clear the noise in your head and heart, hear God's direction more clearly, and move forward again. Click here 🎙 More resources: Click here Next WeekNext week, we're continuing The Room Full of Quilts series as I share what a viral Facebook post taught me about impact, social media, attention, and why we often chase the wrong things. You won't want to miss it. Leisa Jenkins Coach • Speaker • #1 Best Selling Author Host of The Catalyst Table Podcast Develop YOU. Build skills. Impact others. Win big.

    The Things That Matter Most Are Inconvenient

  3. Jul 3

    A ROOM FULL OF QUILTS. The Legacy We Leave Behind

    What started as a Saturday helping my grandma move turned into one of the most meaningful lessons I've experienced in a long time. My grandma has spent decades making quilts. Hundreds of them. When my sister and I helped her sort through a room full of quilts, I shared a simple Facebook post that unexpectedly reached more than 500,000 people and generated thousands of comments from people sharing stories about their own families, grandparents, traditions, and memories. But this episode isn't really about quilts. It's about legacy. It's about faithfulness. It's about sacrifice. It's about the small things we do every day that continue impacting people long after we're gone. In this episode, I share: • The story behind my grandma's room full of quilts • Why so many people connected with this story • The history and meaning behind quilting • Biblical lessons about legacy and faithfulness • Why ordinary moments matter more than we realize • How faithfulness leaves fingerprints on future generations • What it means to build something that outlives us If you've ever wondered whether your small actions matter, this episode is for you. Next Week: What my grandma's quilts taught me about patience, sacrifice, faithfulness, and the things worth building one stitch at a time. 🧠 Free Resource in today's episode Download my free 7-Day Clear the Noise Reset (Noted in show as Information Detox) and learn how to clear the noise in your head and heart, hear God's direction more clearly, and move forward again. Click here 🎙 More resources: Click here Leisa Jenkins Coach • Speaker • #1 Best Selling Author Host of The Catalyst Table Podcast Develop YOU. Build skills. Impact others. Win big.

    A ROOM FULL OF QUILTS. The Legacy We Leave Behind

  4. Apr 13

    Why Life Feels Overwhelming (and What to Do About It Today)

    If life feels heavy, nonstop, and overwhelming… this episode is for you. You’re not crazy. And you’re not the only one feeling this way. In this episode of The Catalyst Table, we’re getting honest about what’s really going on when life feels like too much—and why “just think positive” or “try harder” isn’t working. I’m walking you through what I see every single day with clients and giving you 4 practical steps you can start using right now to break the cycle of overwhelm and start moving forward again. Because here’s the truth: Overwhelm isn’t always your current situation… it’s often your brain retracing your past. And once you understand that—you can start changing it. 🔥 IN THIS EPISODEWhy life feels like it never slows downWhat’s actually causing overwhelm (it’s not what you think)The difference between reality vs. historyHow your brain retraces past experiencesWhy “just be positive” doesn’t work4 practical steps to get out of overwhelm🔥 THE 4 STEPSPray first (before the noise of the day)Write out your problems (get them out of your head)Remove what’s toxic (inputs, people, environment)Practice gratitude the right way🔥 KEY REMINDERAwareness is the solution. But action is what gets results. If this episode hit you, don’t keep it to yourself—share it with someone who needs it. And if you’re ready to actually work through this, come join us inside the Catalyst Core Community. This is where we go deeper and take real action together. 🧠 Free Resource in today's episode Download my free 7-Day Clear the Noise Reset. ( Noted in show as Information Detox) and learn how to clear the noise in your head and heart, hear God's direction more clearly, and move forward again. Click here 🎙 More resources: Click here Leisa Jenkins Coach • Speaker • #1 Best Selling Author Host of The Catalyst Table Podcast Develop YOU. Build skills. Impact others. Win big.

    Why Life Feels Overwhelming (and What to Do About It Today)

  5. Feb 17

    Build Your Year the Right Way: Align Your Head, Heart, and Wiring to Actually Win

    You have plenty of time to make this year count — and today I’m walking you through the exact process I use with clients to build a year that actually sticks. No hype. No hustle. Just alignment. This is bigger than New Year’s resolutions and goal lists. It’s about building your year the right way — from the inside out. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:• Why traditional goal setting fails • The difference between wants and goals • How to align logic and emotion • The Yearly Letter method that retrains your brain • How to stop restarting every year Understanding How You’re Wired (DISC) as promised in today's episodeYou are not built like everyone else — and in this episode, I break down personality wiring using the DISC framework and explain how each style must apply this process differently. D (Driver) You move fast. You like bullet points and results. If you don’t connect emotion to your goals, you’ll push hard — then burn out or get frustrated when others don’t keep up. Slow down just enough to attach meaning to your movement. I (Influencer) You’re fueled by energy and excitement. If it stops feeling fun, you drift. Your plan must include inspiration and engagement — or you’ll abandon it halfway through. S (Steady) You thrive in structure and consistency. Too much chaos throws you off. Your yearly vision needs rhythm and calm, not pressure and drastic change. C (Conscientious) You need clarity before committing. Pressure stresses you. If the details don’t make sense, you won’t move. Your plan must feel clear and thought through — not rushed. When you understand how you’re wired, you stop fighting yourself and start building with power. 📘 Download the Free GuideThe Wired Year™ Guide Built Around Your Head, Your Heart, and Your Life — Wired to Win in Every Area. This free workbook walks you through the full process from today’s episode. Download it here → The Wired Year Guide Ready for Implementation, Not Just Inspiration?Book a 1:1 Coaching Call → Click here We’ll align your wants, goals, and wiring — and build a simple, executable plan that fits YOU. No fluff. No overwhelm. Real clarity. 📖 Blog Mentioned in This Episode: Who Are You Listening To?You can read all the books. Listen to all the podcasts. Ask everyone for advice. But too many voices will slowly disconnect you from who you are — and from what God is calling you to do. In this blog, I challenge you to examine the voices influencing your life — friends, family, mentors, influencers — and ask a hard question: Are they helping you grow… or quietly pulling you off course? If you feel overwhelmed, confused, or stuck in comparison, this is a must-read. Read it here → Click here Thank you for listening today! Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. And if this resonated with you, share it — so together we can make a real impact in this world. — Leisa

    Build Your Year the Right Way: Align Your Head, Heart, and Wiring to Actually Win

  6. Feb 3

    Is Social Media Bad? How to Reset Your Relationship Without Quitting

    Is social media bad — or is it just being used without intention? In this episode of The Catalyst Table, Leisa explores the real reason social media feels so overwhelming, why quitting entirely rarely works, and how to reset your relationship with it without extremes. This conversation is practical, faith-centered, and designed to help you regain clarity, focus, and control — without compromise. You’ll learn how to evaluate whether social media is serving you or quietly taking from you, and how to use it as a tool instead of letting it run your life. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why “just delete social media” rarely works long-term How to tell if social media is serving you — or draining you The difference between mindless scrolling and intentional use How social media quietly affects emotions, faith, focus, and relationships How to reset your habits without quitting or compromising your values Next week on The Catalyst Table: The Catalyst Year — how to set your year up for a win using the exact process Leisa teaches entrepreneurs, leaders, and coaches to create clarity, momentum, and results (without burnout). 🧠 Free Resource in today's episode Download my free 7 Day Clear the Noise Reset (noted in show as Information Detox) and learn how to clear the noise in your head and heart, hear God's direction more clearly, and move forward again. Click here 🎙 More resources: Click here Leisa Jenkins Coach • Speaker • #1 Best Selling Author Host of The Catalyst Table Podcast Develop YOU. Build skills. Impact others. Win big.

    Is Social Media Bad? How to Reset Your Relationship Without Quitting

  7. Jan 28

    What This Space Is, Who I Am, and Why You Matter

    It’s here for people who carry responsibility, show up for others, and still feel called to more — even when they’re tired. If you want real conversation, faith-rooted leadership, and practical tools you can apply right where you are, you’re in the right place. Pull up a chair. This table was built for you.

    What This Space Is, Who I Am, and Why You Matter

  8. Trailer

    Welcome to The Catalyst Table Podcast with Leisa Jenkins

    Welcome to The Catalyst Table — the podcast for real-life people navigating marriage, kids, business, faith, purpose, and the beautiful chaos that comes with all of it. Hosted by coach and author Leisa Jenkins, this show blends honest conversation with practical guidance so you can grow in the middle of real life — not in spite of it. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched thin, or unsure how to lead your family, your business, or yourself, this podcast will give you the clarity, courage, and tools to move forward with confidence. Each episode brings real stories, grounded faith, simple strategies, and actionable steps to help you cut through the noise and become the person God created you to be. This trailer gives you a preview of what’s coming: real talk, real encouragement, and real solutions for everyday life. If you’re craving growth you can feel and support you can actually use — pull up a chair. You’re invited to The Catalyst Table.

    Welcome to The Catalyst Table Podcast with Leisa Jenkins

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Welcome to The Catalyst Table — a faith-first, real-life leadership podcast for people who wear all the hats. Hosted by Leisa Jenkins, this show is for faith-driven leaders, entrepreneurs, coaches, and parents who are juggling marriage, kids, business, purpose, and all the chaos in between — and want practical tools that actually work. Each week, you’ll get real conversations, honest stories, and simple, practical steps to help you clear your head, strengthen your faith, lead your family well, and thrive in the life God created you for. From marriage and mindset to business clarity, parenting, purpose, and emotional peace — nothing is off the table here. If you’re ready to cut through the noise, get aligned, and live with clarity, courage, and commitment, pull up a chair. Welcome to The Catalyst Table. Your growth starts now.

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  • Creator
    Leisa Jenkins
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Leisa Jenkins