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Lead with Language: The Power of Words to Build Culture and Connection with Genice DeCorte
Episode 238
Wednesday, 12 November, 2025
Do your words build up or tear down?In this heartfelt episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, Nicole Greer, CSP — “The Vibrant Coach” — sits down with Genice DeCorte, CEO of HealthShare Credit Union, to talk about the real power of words in leadership.Genice shares her inspiring journey from a 16-year-old credit union co-op student to becoming a seasoned leader and mentor to other small credit unions. She reminds us that communication isn’t just about information — it’s about impact. Every word a leader speaks can inspire, comfort, or empower others.Together, Nicole and Genice explore:How to use words that uplift and unite your teamWhy appreciation and handwritten thank-you notes still matterThe power of one-on-one lunches to build trust and candorHow to foster real-time communication across teams and locationsWhy leaders must “coach people in or coach them out” — with kindness and clarityThis episode is a masterclass in compassionate leadership, communication, and the importance of building a culture that loves hard and listens well.Vibrant Highlights:[00:07:00] Words Matter — Choose Them WiselyGenice explains how leaders’ words can inspire, motivate, or comfort — or do the opposite. Every conversation shapes the culture.[00:11:40] The 11-Year Impact of One ConversationA story of how something Genice said over a decade ago helped someone through grief — proving that what we say lasts longer than we think.[00:16:00] Find Your “Posse” Through Professional AssociationsNicole and Genice discuss the power of community, connection, and finding mentors and peers who lift you up.[00:26:50] Feedback and Follow-Up: How to Coach EffectivelyGenice shares how she reframes “being called to the manager’s office” as positive, timely, and caring communication — not punishment.[00:35:00] Leadership Lunches that Build Candor and ConnectionLearn how one-on-one lunches give employees a safe space to share honest feedback — and generate real organizational improvements.[00:44:50] Communicating Change and “WIIFM” ThinkingGenice reveals how she keeps her team informed during transitions — always explaining “What’s In It For Me” to keep morale high.Connect with Genice:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genice-decorte-b9808232/IG: https://www.instagram.com/genicedeco/FB: https://www.facebook.com/genice.decorte/X: https://x.com/genicedAlso mentioned in this episode:The One-Minute Manager by Blanchard & Johnson: https://a.co/d/hU66kZ0Listen at vibrantculture.com/podcast or wherever you get your podcasts!Book Nicole to help your organization ignite clarity, accountability, and energy through her SHINE™ Coaching Methodology.Visit vibrantculture.comEmail: nicole@vibrantculture.comWatch Nicole’s TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/SMbxA90bfXE
