Breaking Up is Hard to Do... & SOMETIMES, NECESSARY
This kit is all in good fun and meant to be taken with a grain of salt (and maybe a side of humour). We’re not here to ruffle any feathers—just to shine a light on some common banking frustrations with a wink and a nod. If you’re happy with your bank, more power to you!
But if the answers in the quiz or red flags below hit a little too close to home, well… maybe it’s time for a little relationship evaluation. We’ve all held onto things that aren’t working, hoping it’ll magically get better. Maybe it’s a late-night infomercial purchase, a mismatched pair of socks, or, more likely, your bank. We get it; saying goodbye is tough. But sometimes, it’s time to cut the cord and move on to something better.
QUIZ! Is it Time to Break Up with Your Bank?
Here's a little ditty to bring out your true feelings about your relationship with your bank. Might want to grab a box of tissues.
Relationship flags
Relationship flags are indicators or signals that suggest the health of a relationship. They can be positive or negative and serve as cues to identify behaviors that indicate either healthy dynamics or potential problems. These flags can help you to decide whether to double-down on a relationship or end it completely. Where are you in your relationship with your bank?
Here are some RED FLAGS TO WATCH OUT FOR and some PURPLE FLAGS FOR A NEW START!
RED FLAG #1: The Location Letdown
Your bank is packing up and closing its local branch and sending you to a rival city, leaving you and your community without the support you need.
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PURPLE FLAG #1: The Local Commitment
We’re here to stay, committed to serving your community with local branches and personalized service—because we believe in being right where you need us.
RED FLAG #2: The Robo-maze
Press 1 to speak to a robot,
Press 2 to keep speaking to a robot.
Press 3 to hear the options again
Press 2 to keep speaking to a robot.
Press 3 to hear the options again
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PURPLE FLAG #2: The Human Connection
We pick up your call with a real person faster than you can say, “I need help!”
RED FLAG #3: One -Size-Fits-All
Banks may use a cookie-cutter approach to loans, with decisions made by an algorithm or by far away people who don’t know you or your situation.
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PURPLE FLAG #3: The Tailored Fit
Sure, we leverage auto-decision technology for quick approvals - when it makes sense. But when your situation calls for a closer look, we make loan decisions right here, with real people who understand your story and work with you.
RED FLAG #4: Where are we going? Higher!
Your bank naturally prioritizes shareholders with its profits—after all, that’s who they’re designed to serve.
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PURPLE FLAG #4: The Member’s Share
We funnel profits to our shareholders too. Our shareholders just happen to be our members - the people who bank with us.
RED FLAG # 5: The Outsourced Experts
Your bank often brings in external experts who may not fully understand your needs or your community. Often that means a long wait to get the advice you need now.
PURPLE FLAG #5: The In-House Insight
At your credit union, our experts are right here, in-house, with deep knowledge of both your financial goals and the local community.
96 rock stars & counting.
RED FLAG #1: The Location Letdown
Your bank is packing up and closing its local branch and sending you to a rival city, leaving you and your community without the support you need.
VS.
PURPLE FLAG #1: The Local Commitment
We’re here to stay, committed to serving your community with local branches and personalized service—because we believe in being right where you need us.
RED FLAG #2: The Robo-maze
Press 1 to speak to a robot,
Press 2 to keep speaking to a robot.
Press 3 to hear the options again
Press 2 to keep speaking to a robot.
Press 3 to hear the options again
VS.
PURPLE FLAG #2: The Human Connection
We pick up your call with a real person faster than you can say, “I need help!”
RED FLAG #3: One -Size-Fits-All
Banks may use a cookie-cutter approach to loans, with decisions made by an algorithm or by far away people who don’t know you or your situation.
VS.
PURPLE FLAG #3: The Tailored Fit
Sure, we leverage auto-decision technology for quick approvals - when it makes sense. But when your situation calls for a closer look, we make loan decisions right here, with real people who understand your story and work with you.
RED FLAG #4: Where are we going? Higher!
Your bank naturally prioritizes shareholders with its profits—after all, that’s who they’re designed to serve.
VS.
PURPLE FLAG #4: The Member’s Share
We funnel profits to our shareholders too. Our shareholders just happen to be our members - the people who bank with us.
RED FLAG # 5: The Outsourced Experts
Your bank often brings in external experts who may not fully understand your needs or your community. Often that means a long wait to get the advice you need now.
PURPLE FLAG #5: The In-House Insight
At your credit union, our experts are right here, in-house, with deep knowledge of both your financial goals and the local community.
96 rock stars & counting.
Ready to become a member?
Awesome-sauce! Visit your local branch, call us at 306.842.6641 or book a meeting
Reasons like...
Become a member and make up to $300
Right now, when you join WCU, you can earn up to $300 in cold hard cash.
Earn up to $2,120 when you get financially fit
Your financial wellbeing is our focus. So, when you improve it, we reward you for a job well done.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN WCU?
Read on to find out a little more about us.
Ultra-local expertise
You won’t have to go far for support from us. Our team lives and works right here in Weyburn. So we’re just around the corner, with the in-depth expertise and local insight to help you achieve any goal.
Out of the box thinking
No two people are the same and we don’t expect you to be. Our experts look at you and your full financial picture personally, tailoring their service and thinking outside the box for ways to support you.
Flexible support from anywhere
We’re here for you wherever you are. Be it on the go, travelling abroad or just sitting on your sofa, you can manage your money with ease at any time thanks to our full suite of tools and technology.
Different by design
At WCU, we offer all the solutions and services you expect from your financial institution, we just do it a little differently – sharing our profits, giving you a voice in how we operate and putting your financial wellbeing first.
Always here and helping our community
At WCU, our success is measured not by profit but by our impact on the community. Here’s just a few of the ways we give back:
Community Fund | Scholarships |
Sponsorships | Volunteering |
Ready to become a member?
Awesome possum! Visit your local branch, call us at 306.842.6641 or book a meeting
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