What if the secret to stronger teams, better performance, and real engagement isn’t a new system—but a more human approach to leadership? In this powerful episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture Podcast, Nicole Greer sits down with Genevieve Retzlaff, a certified transformational coach and organizational development expert with a background as colorful as her insights—including a stint with Cirque du Soleil! Genevieve brings her passion for people and performance to the forefront as she breaks down what it means to lead with a human-centric mindset in today’s workplace.

Together, Nicole and Genevieve dive into why the traditional command-and-control model of leadership is outdated, and how the best leaders today are those who are self-aware, emotionally intelligent, and willing to adapt. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a new team leader, this conversation will inspire you to pause, reflect, and take actionable steps toward leading with more heart, clarity, and vision.

Highlights from this episode:

[00:02:22] – Self-Awareness is Step One - Genevieve’s assessment tool helps leaders reflect on their mindset, behavior, and impact.

[00:13:00] – Ask for Feedback to Build Trust - When leaders invite honest feedback, it fosters connection, builds trust, and creates a ripple effect.

[00:34:52] – Coach, Don’t Command - Adopting a coach-like leadership style elevates individuals and the entire team.

Take Genevieve's assessment here: https://www.grow-better-together.com/blog/leadership-selfassessment

Genevieve's website: https://www.grow-better-together.com/

Find Genevieve on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genevieve-retzlaff/

Also mentioned in this episode:

CliftonStrengths® 34: https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/403127/cliftonstrengths-34-report.aspx

Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman: https://a.co/d/6EC4GMq

Listen today at vibrantculture.com/podcast or your favorite podcast platform!
Learn more about Nicole Greer, the Vibrant Coach: https://www.vibrantculture.com/