Tap shoes, chocolate, and servant leadership? Yes, please! 💃🍫

In this episode, Lynell Meeth from Bank Five Nine joins Shawn and AJ for a vibrant convo about how real culture is built—in the little moments, the shared values, and yes, even in joyful things like tap dancing.

Lynell shares how her team brings values like passion and humility to life, creates flexible learning paths that actually stick, and keeps connection strong across branches.

It’s a refreshingly human take on leadership, learning, and belonging you won’t want to miss 💡💬

For leaders focused on culture and people: Take the time to reflect on how you enhance your company culture. Get out of your office and interact with employees to see how they are doing. Don’t have an agenda, just listen. SMILE! And find something to laugh about.

 

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Key Takeaways:

• Joy Drives Energy: Rediscovering personal passions like tap dancing can fuel workplace energy and engagement.
• Values in Action: Passion, integrity, respect, and humility are lived daily, not just listed on a wall.
• Tailored Learning: Leadership development isn’t one-size-fits-all—custom paths and microlearning win.
• Servant Leadership: Culture is shaped by leaders who prioritize support and service.
• Wellbeing with Choice: A flexible, “choose your own path” approach makes wellness meaningful for all.