Episodes
🌟 Dive into the world of vibrant leadership with Nicole Greer, your trusted Vibrant Coach! In this electrifying podcast episode, Nicole unpacks the secrets to building a vibrant culture through coaching and mentoring, guaranteed to revolutionize your leadership style and team dynamics. 🔍 Self-Discovery: Join Nicole as she explores the transformative power of self-assessment. Discover how understanding your own behavior through personality assessments can profoundly impact your leadership...
Published 02/04/24
How Can Coaching Transform Your Leadership and Management Style?It's Nicole Greer here, your guide on the journey to creating a culture that buzzes with energy and innovation. I've just wrapped up a special episode of the "Build a Vibrant Culture" podcast, and let me tell you, it's one you won't want to miss. I took a seat on the other side of the mic this time to share some of the most powerful tools from my very own coaching toolbox. 🎩 The Four Essential Hats: In this episode, I dive into...
Published 01/26/24
Want an inside look at Chick-fil-A? In this episode, I’m joined by Steve Robinson, author of Covert Cows and Chick-fil-A: How Faith, Cows, and Chicken Built an Iconic Brand. Steve is the former Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Chick-fil-A, Inc. (1981 to 2015). During Steve's tenure, Chick-fil-A grew from 184 stores and $100 million to 2,100 stores and $6.8 billion and became one of the most iconic brands of our time. Now, he’s here to share stories and insights from...
Published 01/18/24
How can unwritten rules impact workplace culture? It's Nicole Greer, your guide to building a vibrant culture, and I've just wrapped up a riveting conversation with Glenn Akramoff, the mastermind behind Akramoff LLC and the insightful book "The Human Centered Team." I'm buzzing with excitement to share the golden nuggets from our latest podcast episode, and trust me, you won't want to miss this one. 🔍 Unveiling the Unwritten Rules We dove deep into the heart of workplace culture, unearthing...
Published 01/12/24
How can developing a model for leading change impact your leadership? I'm thrilled to share with you some golden nuggets from the latest episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture podcast. I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Marsha Acker, a mastermind in executive coaching, leadership transformation, and the art of facilitating conversations that matter. 🌟 Leading Change with Clarity and Confidence We dove deep into the essence of leadership and the pivotal role of developing your...
Published 01/04/24
Why should someone write a book on magnesium? I'm thrilled to share with you the latest episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture podcast, where we had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Carolyn Dean, a renowned expert on magnesium deficiency and supplementation. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of magnesium and its crucial role in our health. Dr. Dean, with her extensive research and personal experience, unravels the mystery of magnesium deficiency and its impact on our overall...
Published 12/28/23
How can entrepreneurs align passion with business for success? I'm thrilled to share with you some exciting insights from our latest podcast episode. We had the pleasure of hosting Chad Price, a seasoned entrepreneur, author, and athlete, who shared his wisdom on aligning passion with business for ultimate success. Passion and Expertise: Chad emphasizes the importance of identifying your passions and becoming an expert in those areas. He believes that by aligning your passion with your...
Published 12/22/23
Are you a highly sensitive leader? I recently had the pleasure of hosting an enlightening conversation with Heather Dominick, a highly sensitive and highly successful entrepreneur. We delved into the world of highly sensitive leadership, and I'm excited to share some key takeaways with you. Understanding High Sensitivity: Heather explained that being highly sensitive means having a nervous system that processes the world differently. This includes heightened awareness of sights, smells,...
Published 12/14/23
How can integrity transform your personal and professional life? I'm thrilled to share with you the latest episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture podcast where I had the pleasure of hosting Jefferey Klubeck, a renowned author, speaker, and coach. We had an enlightening conversation about leadership, integrity, and the extraordinary results they can produce in our personal and professional lives. Here are some key takeaways from our conversation: Leadership is for Everyone: Leadership isn't...
Published 12/07/23
How can the head-heart-hands equation help you make better decisions faster? I'm thrilled to share with you the insights from my recent podcast episode with the dynamic leadership and culture expert, Paul Epstein. Paul is known for his work in reviving underperforming sports teams and igniting growth in organizations. He's also the author of two insightful books, The Power of Playing Offense and Better Decisions Faster. In our conversation, we delved into the concept of making better...
Published 11/30/23
What does it mean to be a courageous leader? I'm thrilled to share with you the insights from our latest podcast episode where I had the pleasure of hosting Amy Riley, an internationally renowned speaker, author, and consultant. Amy's new book, Courage: A Leader's Guide to Inspire, Engage, and Get Extraordinary Results, is a must-read for anyone looking to elevate their leadership skills. Here are some key takeaways from our enlightening conversation: Everyone is a Leader: Amy believes that...
Published 11/23/23
How can you take charge of your career and achieve professional growth?I'm thrilled to share with you the latest episode of our podcast, where I had the pleasure of hosting Kimberly Gerber, the founder of Excelerate. With over 30 years of experience coaching executives and teams, Kimberly is a powerhouse of knowledge and expertise in leadership development. In our conversation, we delved into the importance of a vibrant culture in the workplace. We believe that work should be a place where...
Published 11/16/23
How can self-assessment and good habits lead to leadership success?In this podcast episode, I interviewed Jimmy Williams, a speaker known for helping business professionals overcome complacency. We discuss leadership, self-assessment, and success habits. Williams emphasizes the importance of integrity in leadership, self-assessment, and developing positive habits. He shares his personal habits for success, including waking up early, setting daily goals, and reading challenging material. The...
Published 11/09/23
How can adult learning transform your life and create a vibrant culture?In this episode of the Build a Vibrant Culture podcast, I interviewed Dr. Carrie Graham, an adult learning strategist and training consultant. Dr. Graham discusses the importance of adult learning in personal and professional development. She emphasizes the role of leaders in fostering a culture that values learning and the need for training programs to be customized to individual learners. Dr. Graham also shares her...
Published 11/02/23
How Can Leadership Define Your Career Path?Today’s guest on the Build a Vibrant Culture podcast is Greg Martin who is an investment banker, angel investor, entrepreneur, and host of the Lifetime and Work podcast.  His podcast is all about exploring careers and the pains, struggles, and fulfillment they can bring. In this episode, Greg shares his journey from pursuing success in investment banking to finding fulfillment in his work.  Here is what we covered in this podcast: Greg's...
Published 10/26/23
How can assertiveness transform your leadership skills?? My guest, Ivna Curi, is a speaker, podcast host, contributor to Forbes, and an MBA graduate from INSEAD. Ivna is on a mission to help empower professionals and leaders to speak up assertively, overcome the fear of aggression, retaliation, or inaction that hinders career growth and productivity. In this episode, Ivna elaborated on Her definition of leadership Misconceptions about assertiveness  Passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive,...
Published 10/19/23
How can you improve vitality in the workplace?My guest, David Lindsay, is an Australian coach, trainer, and athlete.  David has developed a unique approach to improving vitality in the workplace, empowering teams to boost morale, productivity, and profitability. His keynote speeches are filled with tools and strategies to overcome workplace stress and burnout while promoting employee wellness. During our conversation, David shared: The five steps to improve vitality in the workplace: snap,...
Published 10/12/23
How can leaders maximize performance while staying true to themselves?My guest, Miriam Meima, has been a coach & facilitator for over twenty years, dedicating her life to studying the overlap between business and psychology. Miriam has coached founders and executives at hundreds of companies, including a dozen $1B+. She often partners with companies from Series B all the way through going public. She works 1:1 with senior leaders, facilitates team offsites, and develops customized...
Published 10/05/23
How can new leaders navigate the roller coaster of emotions? My guest, Mick Spiers, is the founder of The Leadership Project and the host of The Leadership Project Podcast.  Mick is also the best-selling author of You're a Leader, Now What?  Mick shares valuable insights from his book, including: Defining Leadership vs. Management The Crucial Role of Coaching and Mentoring Navigating the Leader's Emotional Roller Coaster Building Strong Connections with Your Team Understanding Rewards and...
Published 09/27/23
How can you build financial energy? My guest Dustin Serviss is a financial advisor who has been working with high net worth business owner families since 2005. Dustin uses a combination of science and psychology to help his clients realize the dreams they never dreamed of—and in this episode, he’ll share his expertise with you.  We’ll cover: Building a “portfolio of memories” Teaching your kids values about money Handling finances as a couple Habits to put in place around money The...
Published 09/20/23
How can you recruit the best people in your industry? My guest Mike Kaeding has an answer—build a place where people love to work. As the CEO of Norhart, a construction business on a mission to eliminate the housing crisis, Mike has consistently attracted top performers with Norhart’s unique workplace culture.  In this episode, he’ll share how you can do the same—and break down his company’s mission to create a disruption in the construction industry. He’ll also cover: Understanding the...
Published 09/13/23
How can leaders manage the people side of change? My guest Tim Creasey is a thought leader on managing the people side of change—and his work forms the foundation of the largest body of knowledge in the world on change management. Tim believes that a successful change is possible with and through the people on your team… And in this episode, he’ll share his top insights on change management, including: How to look into the future The power of “I” statements and “We” statements The ADKAR...
Published 09/06/23
Yes, you CAN find fulfillment in the corporate world… (And you don’t have to wait for luck—you can create your own!) My guest Vidya Raman is a motivational speaker, leadership coach, and author of the new book Lucky You: An Insider’s Guide to Achieving Success and Finding Fulfillment in the Corporate World. In this episode, she’ll share insights from the book, including: The SHIFT Framework How to get ahead without sacrificing job security Forging your own path to fulfillment A master...
Published 08/30/23
How can leaders become experts at decision-making? Cheryl Einhorn is here to help you discover your Problem Solver Profile and investigate how you approach decisions. Cheryl is the founder of Decisive, a decision sciences company that trains people and teams in complex problem solving and decision-making skills using the AREA Method. In this episode, she’ll share her expertise, including: How we can overcome biases to make better decisions The clues to discover someone’s Problem Solver...
Published 08/23/23
How can you build, grow, and exit a business—all while enjoying the journey? My guest Dr. Dorine Rivers is here to share how you can get the idea out of your head and “cash in” on it. A jack of all trades (who has mastered all of them), Dr. Rivers is, among many things, the author of Brain to Bank.  In this episode, she’ll walk through the process outlined in the book, including: Naming the baby Knowing your why Understanding your avatar The meaning of “working together alone” And more
Published 08/16/23