On today’s episode of Awake and On Purpose, HR expert Tena Jolley shares how her experience of losing multiple family member inspired her to create a business that shared her knowledge and resources to help others. Listen in as Tena and Jennifer discuss keeping an open mind when faced with challenges, trusting your instincts, and seeing setbacks and lessons that push you forward.

Tena Jolley is the founder and chief executive officer of Apela Strategic Solutions. She is Native American and a member of the Choctaw Tribe. Tena has a master’s degree in both Human Resources Administration and Public Health, Healthcare Administration and Policy. For 25 years, Tena was a Servant Leader at the Chickasaw Nation, in October 2018 Tena founded Apela Strategic Solutions a full-service Benefits, HR and Healthcare consulting firm. Tena’s passion is empowering others to improve the lives of their employees, families and ultimately their own life.

You can connect with Tena on her website www.apelasolutions.com or via email at [email protected]

To learn more about how you can connect to your higher purpose and take that leap of faith to make your impact in the world, visit us at www.jenniferspor.com.