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The Chris LoCurto Show
613 | Taking Back Control from Controlling Team members
Controlling behavior in the workplace is a silent culture killer. It seeps into meetings, projects, and conversations, causing frustration, lowering morale, and even driving great people away.In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we uncover how to recognize and address controlling behavior to protect your culture and create a thriving team.Episode Breakdown:Recognizing Controlling Behavior (00:02:09)Subtle or overt, controlling behavior erodes trust. Learn to spot micromanagement, undermining decisions, and monopolizing conversations with real-world examples.The Impact of Not Addressing It (00:09:48)Unaddressed control issues...
2025-02-11
43 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
597 | Lead Like a Pro: Discover the Key Leader Edge - Part 2
On today’s episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we continue to dive deep into the heart of leadership challenges with Lyneé South, VP of Leadership Development and a core coach in our Key Leader Program.This episode is packed with practical insights on how to improve delegation, accountability, and communication with your leadership team.If you haven’t yet listened to part 1 (episode 596*), make sure to check it out first! We covered essential topics like the Leadership Crazy Cycle, trust issues, culture challenges, and prioritization.In this follow-up episode, we build on th...
2024-10-22
49 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
588 | How do you Address Passive-Aggressive Behavior at Work?
We all know that maintaining a positive and productive work environment is crucial for the success of any business. But sometimes, subtle behaviors like passive-aggressiveness can creep in and erode your team's morale, trust, and collaboration.In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we dive deep into identifying and addressing passive-aggressive behavior in the workplace, offering actionable strategies to help you lead your team with clarity and confidence.Whether you’re a leader or a team member, chances are you’ve encountered passive-aggressive behavior at some point. Maybe it’s someone constantly missing deadlines, making sarcas...
2024-08-20
51 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
568 | Cultivating Leaders: The Power of Personal Development
Welcome to the Chris LoCurto Show, where we discuss leadership and life and discover that business is what you do, not who you are. I hope you're having a fabulous day wherever you are.Today, we're talking with a true champion for developing leaders through personal growth, my good friend Justin Epple. Justin will share his and his leaders' experiences going through Next-Level Life.It's all about the connection between personal growth and professional excellence. If you haven't figured it out by now, you're never going to achieve professional excellence, depending on your definition of excellence...
2024-04-02
57 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
566 | Why Prioritizing Happiness Drives Business Success
Welcome to the Chris LoCurto Show! Today, we're diving into an essential, yet often overlooked ingredient in the workplace: happiness. Is your team missing this crucial component? We’re about to find out.Key Points Covered:The Importance of HappinessWe often discuss processes, meetings, and communication as pillars of productivity, but happiness is equally critical. Today’s episode isn't about superficial happiness but the profound impact it has on your team’s performance.Balancing Hard and Soft SkillsWhile implementing hard skills like accountability, communication, and culture is vital, integrating soft skills is just a...
2024-03-19
51 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
565 | Embracing Vulnerability: Confronting Your Weaknesses for Personal Growth
Welcome to the Chris LoCurto Show! Today, we're diving into the power of vulnerability in leadership. Discover how sharing your weaknesses can lead to greater personal and professional growth. Trust me, it's not about getting all emotional—it's about harnessing vulnerability as a strength.Key Points Covered:Redefining VulnerabilityVulnerability isn't about being weak or emotional. It's about admitting when you don't have all the answers and being open about your mistakes. This can foster trust and deeper connections within your team.Balancing Emotions and LeadershipIt's not about crying at every little thing, bu...
2024-03-12
45 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
563 | Breaking The “Silent Overload Cycle”
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:The negative impact of taking over tasks from team members. 0:00Leaders suffer silently from "silent overload cycle" due to unfinished tasks delegated to team members, leading to decreased team development.Leaders who don't allow team members to complete tasks and learn from mistakes stunt professional growth and trust.The costs of not delegating tasks effectively in leadership. 4:14Leaders who take over tasks from team members can lead to burnout and inefficient use of time.Poor organizational culture can result from...
2024-02-27
40 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
562 | Breaking Through Your Personal Ceiling
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Breaking personal ceilings and overcoming fears. 0:00Chris LoCurto shares his personal struggle with fear and how he overcomes it by facing it head-on and becoming comfortable with it.He recounts his experience as a child skiing and how he gradually became comfortable with heights by repeatedly exposing himself to the fearful situation.Chris LoCurto recounts a time when he was asked to pray for two boys at a service, but he was so focused on his own...
2024-02-20
46 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
561 | 5 Overlooked Benefits of Leading Well
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Leading teams effectively and the benefits of active listening. 0:00Chris LoCurto discusses the benefits of leading effectively, including teaching active listening.He highlights how intentional leadership can lead to better outcomes and more attentive team members.Chris LoCurto emphasizes the importance of active listening, where team members repeat back what they've heard and understand, and retain the information for later use.He encourages leaders to intentionally choose times to teach and train their teams on active listening, and provide clear expectations for...
2024-02-13
40 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
560 | Training People When You Don’t Have Time
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Breaking free from training trap in leadership. 0:00Chris LoCurto discusses the "training trap" that many leaders face, feeling overwhelmed and unable to provide adequate training to their team due to a lack of time.Understanding the "leadership Crazy Cycle" and recognizing the value of leadership rather than just task completion can help leaders break out of the training trap and prioritize training their team.Chris LoCurto shares his experience in leadership and the common problem of hiring people who need training to...
2024-02-06
42 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
559 | How To Get More Priorities Done
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Prioritization for business growth and personal development. 0:01Chris LoCurto discusses the importance of prioritization in leadership for business growth and personal development.He shares three keys to prioritizing better, including setting good priorities, handling the right things, and focusing on strategy rather than just being busy.Setting clear and attainable business goals. 3:12Chris LoCurto emphasizes the importance of setting clear, measurable goals for business growth, and assessing one's capacity to handle new clients before expanding.He warns against adding more...
2024-01-30
40 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
558 | Improve How You Think For The New Year, Part 2
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Improving mindset and problem-solving techniques. 0:10Chris LoCurto discusses practical techniques to improve thinking, including breaking down challenges and problem-solving.He shares an example of his daughter facing a challenge and hearing him say "face your fears" to overcome it.Overcoming fear and building confidence in a 5-year-old child. 2:47Chris LoCurto observes his 5-year-old daughter's fear of jumping from a curb and helps her work through it by providing encouragement and support.The daughter's negative self-talk and limiting beliefs are revealed...
2024-01-23
47 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
557 | Improve How You Think For The New Year - Part 1
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Cultivating a positive mindset for the new year. 0:10Chris Liccardo discusses the importance of having a positive mindset in the new year despite personal struggles.Chris LoCurto encourages listeners to recognize the impact of negative self-talk on their daily lives and relationships.He invites listeners to examine their current mindset and thinking patterns to identify areas for improvement.Negative self-talk and limiting beliefs. 4:02Chris LoCurto encourages listeners to recognize and challenge their limiting beliefs, which can lead to negative thought...
2024-01-16
45 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
556 | Cancelling Codependency
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Codependency and its impact on relationships. 0:00Chris LoCurto defines codependency as a relationship where one person is dependent on the other for help with an addiction or struggle, with the codependent person needing to be needed in the relationship.Codependency can manifest in various forms, such as the taker-giver dynamic, where the addicted person is the taker and the codependent person is the giver, with the codependent person needing to be needed in the relationship.Codependency is a struggle to understand one's...
2024-01-09
41 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
555 | Acing Your Goals and Establishing Processes With Your Team
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Teamwork, leadership, and creating a clear roadmap for success. 0:00Leaders must create a clear roadmap for their team to avoid confusion and ensure success.Leaders must paint a clear destination (vision) and provide clear goals (strategy) to achieve success.Planning and executing a successful vacation. 3:46Chris LoCurto uses the beach as an example to explain how people have a general idea of their destination (goal), but need a strategy (plan) to get there, including booking reservations, packing, and planning time...
2024-01-02
43 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
554 | Clarity in Conflict: The Power of Analytical Problem-Solving
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:High C personality style and its impact on team dynamics. 0:00High C personality style is detailed-oriented and focused on accuracy.High C personalities prioritize logic and facts, avoid emotions in decision making, and fear sounding stupid or being wrong.Personality types and communication. 3:58High C individuals prioritize being alone and avoid being the center of attention, preferring one-on-one recognition.High C individuals are detail-oriented and analytical, needing to know the 30,000-foot view before working on a project.Chris LoCurto emphasizes...
2023-12-26
31 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
553 | Expecting The Best From Others In Life and In Your Workplace
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Extending benefit of doubt to people, why it's important and how it affects us. 0:00Chris LoCurto discusses the importance of extending the benefit of the doubt to people, rather than assuming the worst, to avoid living in a state of constant frustration and cynicism.Jim Collins defines a cynic as someone who has had a lot of hope let down, and Chris agrees that many of us have a level of cynicism in our lives, but it's important to...
2023-12-19
45 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
552 | How To Use AI To Boost Your Business With Grant Brott
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:- AI with a former Marine and SEO expert. https://otter.ai/u/-igYcnOrHNicHLWKPHbdwlni5nk?tab=summary&t=1s - Grant Brought shares insights on AI, including its definition, limitations, and potential applications. - Chris LoCurto explains AI to small business owners, emphasizing prompts and communication.- AI benefits for small businesses, including social media marketing. https://otter.ai/u/-igYcnOrHNicHLWKPHbdwlni5nk?tab=summary&t=206s - AI can benefit small businesses like Charlotte's bakery with personalized marketing suggestions during...
2023-12-12
1h 23
The Chris LoCurto Show
551 | Leading Under Pressure And Stress With Jeff Kirkham
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:- Leadership, mental health, and entrepreneurship with Jeff Kirkham. https://otter.ai/u/YjjJjWhu2milNWmsfsVytiVdRn0?tab=summary&t=1s- Jeff Kirkham jokes about being a "caveman with a big head and big hands" in a former life as an Army Special Forces member and serial entrepreneur.- Chris LoCurto thanks and appreciates the guest for their numerous accomplishments, including being in the Special Forces, owning a coffee company, and being a best-selling author.- Writing a post-apocalyptic novel and emergency preparedness...
2023-12-05
1h 11
The Chris LoCurto Show
550 | Understanding the "S" Personality Style and Its Influence on Conflict
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:The S personality style and its influence on conflict resolution. 0:00Chris LoCurto introduces the high S personality style as a stable and amiable individual who dislikes conflict.Highest personality styles prioritize harmony and avoid conflict, often at their own expense.Personality style and team dynamics. 3:14High S personality style is introspective, self-blaming, and analytical.High SS individuals prioritize helping others, often to the point of neglecting their own responsibilities.They are empathetic and build strong one-on-one relationships...
2023-11-28
33 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
549 | The mental and emotional benefits of running a debt-free business Part 2
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Mental and emotional benefits of debt-free business. 0:00Chris LoCurto and Joel Fortner discuss the mental and emotional benefits of running a debt-free business, including being a leader or team member within a business.Joel Fortner asks Chris LoCurto a question about the unintended consequences of debt that they didn't have time to discuss last time.Following passions while avoiding debt and staying grounded in faith. 2:42Joel Fortner asks Chris LoCurto about going after passions while avoiding debt, to which Chris...
2023-11-21
51 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
548 | The mental and emotional benefits of running a debt-free business Part 1
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:The importance of managing debt for business owners and leaders. 0:00Chris LoCurto and Joel Fortner discuss the importance of running a debt-free business, with Chris expressing the topic's difficulty and potential to hurt people, while Joel shares his perspective and invites Chris to share his as well.The hosts aim to provide valuable insights and advice on managing money and debt, with Joel interviewing Chris to draw out his perspective and share his own thoughts as well.Joel Fortner's financial struggles were...
2023-11-14
56 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
546 | Your New Job: Chief Behavior Officer
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Defining and shaping company culture. 0:00Chris LoCurto discusses the role of a Chief Behavior Officer, defining culture as actions and attitudes.He argues that leaders should shape culture, rather than simply expecting good behavior from employees.Chris LoCurto emphasizes the importance of defining and shaping a great culture in a company or family, as it brings power and momentum when everyone is moving in the same direction.He contrasts this with a poor culture, where gossip, backstabbing, and low morale hinder progress...
2023-10-31
52 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
545 | Building Healthy, Happy, Hybrid Teams
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:Building healthy, happy hybrid teams. 0:00Chris LoCurto reveals his initial resistance to remote work before COVID forced his team to adapt.Chris LoCurto highlights the importance of accountability in business, citing it as the second biggest issue he sees in every company.He emphasizes the role of great communication and accountability in leading a high-performing team, despite having half the size of a typical team.Remote work challenges and solutions. 4:36Chris LoCurto was hesitant to adopt a remote work model...
2023-10-24
48 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
544 | Struggling With Information Gaps
Use the timestamps below to guide you better as a leader or individual:544SummaryCommunication gaps leading to confusion and frustration. 0:10Chris LoCurto discusses information gaps leading to frustration in communication, particularly in team settings.Chris LoCurto shares his frustration with people who don't ask questions in meetings, leading to confusion and poor decision-making.He believes this behavior stems from a lack of understanding of one's role and the root system issues that need to be addressed.Communication challenges in personal and professional settings. 4:58Chris LoCurto discusses common communication...
2023-10-17
36 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
461 | Dealing With Dishonesty & Deceit
461 | Dealing With Dishonesty & Deceit by Chris LoCurto
2022-03-15
41 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
426 | Redefining Financial Success, Part 1
426 | Redefining Financial Success, Part 1 by Chris LoCurto
2021-07-13
47 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
422 | A Disciplined Inner Dialogue
422 | A Disciplined Inner Dialogue by Chris LoCurto
2021-06-15
53 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
419 | Restoring Willpower For Better Health
419 | Restoring Willpower For Better Health by Chris LoCurto
2021-05-25
1h 06
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414 by Chris LoCurto
2021-04-20
33 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
407 | Michael Hyatt: Win at Work and Succeed at Life
407 | Guest: Mike Hyatt - Blog & BlastFeeling run-down and tired? Feeling stretched between your obligations at work and home? Can’t seem to find balance between the two? Then, today’s show is for you!“Win at work and succeed at life so you don’t have to throttle back your professional ambition, but you also don’t sacrifice your personal priorities.” - Mike HyattJoining me on The Chris LoCurto Show today is long-time friend and founder of Michael Hyatt & Co, Mr. Mike Hyatt! Today we’re talking about Mike’s new book, Win at Work and Succeed at L...
2021-03-03
51 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
393 | How Gratitude Helps Your Heart Grow
395: How Gratitude Helps Your Heart Grow by Chris LoCurto
2020-11-24
49 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
390: Why I Don't Like Myself Anymore: Getting Unstuck in Life
390: Why I Don't Like Myself Anymore: Getting Unstuck in Life by Chris LoCurto
2020-10-22
1h 02
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374 | Leading the Counter-Cultural Family
It's tough to be a parent in this culture. In one of our staff meetings, we were discussing how important leading our families well is during this time. There seems to be a cultural war with how we should lead our family, and it’s a vital conversation that we should be having.This week on the Chris LoCurto show, Joel Fortner (VP of Leadership Development) and I discuss what it is like to raise a family during this time.
2020-07-14
51 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
327 | LIVE Q&A from Next-Level Leadership!
This is a special episode of The Chris LoCurto Show! My team and I put on the Next-Level Leadership LIVE Event in May (2019), and we had a LIVE Q&A session. What. Phenomenal. Questions.Full show notes here >> https://chrislocurto.com/live-qa-from-next-level-leadership
2019-05-21
40 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
284 | Next-Level Life: What Keeps Us From Freedom
"It felt like I couldn't really be true to myself because I was constantly hiding behind this mask."On today's episode we're talking with Andrea Lingenfelter.... She's a wife, a mom of two adorable kids, and a leader. She's recently been through our Next-Level Life event, and StratPlan with her team.Here's what you'll discover on this episode:*What holds us back from our authentic selves*How understanding our Root System repairs relationships*The lies keeping us from more clarity and peace (we ALL have them)*How the crazy cycle of...
2018-07-24
42 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
203 | Your Guide to an Incredible (Conflict-Free) Thanksgiving
In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show I get you ready to deal with family over the holidays.
2016-11-18
19 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
185 | How to Deal with Unproductive Criticism
We have so much crappy culture in our country. No one is standing up and teaching, "quit your complaining, do something about it."Folks, it's not easy to create incredible culture in your business.It can be exhausting dealing with critics and naysayers in your business when you're trying to create positive culture. Sometimes it's unproductive criticism...Ever feel like you're running the gauntlet when you share your business' decisions to employees, vendors and the board? We're going to solve that today.http://chrislocurto.com/how-to-deal-with-unproductive-criticism/Here's what we...
2016-07-18
42 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
175 | Next-Level Leadership LIVE Q & A
Next-Level Leadership LIVE Q & A by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, Life Strategy, Blogger
2016-05-10
26 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
168 | How To Lead A People Person
168: How To Lead A People Person by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, Life Strategy, Blogger
2016-03-14
34 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
149 | 5 Essential Leadership Questions
149: 5 Essential Leadership Questions by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-09-30
19 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
142 | Rabbi Lapin: Business Secrets From The Bible
Nearly every year 100 Jewish people are included in the Forbes 400 Wealthiest Americans. By demographic proportion, there shouldn’t be more than 8 or 9. How are they consistently wealthier than the rest of the population? Rabbi Lapin shares how on today’s episode of The Chris LoCurto Show!
2015-08-11
1h 03
The Chris LoCurto Show
129 | Next-Level Life Journey: Before and After - Part 2
Part 2 - LifePlan Journey: Before and After by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-05-20
21 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
126 | Achieve Peak Performance Avoiding the Leadership HALT
Achieve Peak Performance Avoiding the Leadership HALT by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-05-12
24 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
121 | How Your Decisions Hurt You
If you're on your phone then TEXT: LIFEPLAN to 33444 to find out more about LifePlan.---This episode of The Chris LoCurto Show focuses on your decisions and choices and how they could be hurting you.Joel and I work through the idea that you can choose health...if you want.But so often we choose just the opposite.Why?*cue Root System Rant* Understanding your root system and boundaries is a BIG DEAL! This is hard work - it's not easy. Especially when it involves family.
2015-04-16
37 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
117 | How To Make Better Decisions
How To Make Better Decisions by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-31
18 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
116 | Are You Addicted to Busyness?
Are You Addicted to Busyness? by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-31
23 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
115 | Forgiving Yourself and Living Under Grace
Forgiving Yourself and Living Under Grace by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-25
24 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
114 | Culture: How To Lead Change
Go to chrislocurto.com/askchris and leave any questions you have and we will do our best to answer them on the show.How do you lead change when the folks around you are tuff to lead or work with?How do you influence company culture when the leadership doesn't value it?That's the topic of The Chris LoCurto Show today.If you are in a company where the culture is less than ideal...this resource is for you.Today's topic was a question by Nick, an AskChris caller.Nick...
2015-03-24
14 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
113 | How Do You Handle Criticism?
How Do You Handle Criticism? by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-23
09 min
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110 | Emotional Intelligence Explained
Emotional Intelligence Explained by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-10
33 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
109 | 3 Decisions That Will Change Your Team Today
3 Decisions That Will Change Your Team Today by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-09
16 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
107 | Do The Work - Start Your Business
Do The Work - Start Your Business by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-03-03
17 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
105 | How To Have A Transparent Team
How To Have A Transparent Team by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-02-26
15 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
103 | What Brian Williams Can Teach You About Leadership
What Brian Williams Can Teach You About Leadership by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-02-17
31 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
99 | How to create a Legendary Brand with Brian Smith Founder of UGG
How to create a Legendary Brand with Brian Smith Founder of UGG by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-02-04
31 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
98 | Ask Chris: How To Get A Raise and Leading Older Employees
AskChris: How To Get A Raise and Leading Older Employees by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-02-03
26 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
97 | Signs of a Controlling Leader
Signs of a Controlling Leader by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger
2015-02-03
12 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
88 | Redefine Rich with Matt Ham
Have you considered that being rich has far more to do with your heart than your wallet? Author Matt Ham joins us on the show to talk about redefining what “rich” is and how to have a rich life. Through borrowed wisdom and perspective, Matt dives into the RICH principles to create a deeper, more well-rounded life:R – Recognize you’re brokenI – Invest in othersC – Choose gratitudeH – Humble yourself with confidenceMatts new book, Redefine Rich, addresses these principles through amazing stories of people daring to live richly. In thi...
2015-01-08
41 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
79 | Your Best Year Ever with Michael Hyatt - Part 2
Michael Hyatt just released his all-new 5 Days ToYour Best Year Ever Coaching Program.Last year alone over 3,000+ people went throughthe program - and there are some amazingstories of people experiencing incredibletransformations in their life.We sat down for The Chris LoCurto Show to talk about how to have Your Best Year Ever.In Part 2 of our interview you'll learn:How to set the stage for breakthrough.On going public with your goals.How to stay focused.How many goals should you...
2014-12-09
26 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
69 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Q&A Sick Day
We've got a fun topic for today's show: How do you handle employees who keep calling in sick?This listener question came to us from Bill who is a manager of about 15 folks.Here's his situation: "...about every 2 weeks an employee is consistently calling out sick, at what point do I say "that's it, I've had enough"?GOOD QUESTION BILL!(fyi…we're sending you a free DISC personality test for sending in your question)Now you should know that with employees calling in sick I'm more concerned about the person than I am...
2014-11-12
12 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
68 | The Chris LoCurto Show - 10 Signs You're a People Pleaser
See the full post here: Are you afraid of other peoples opinions of you? Do you always seem to attract folks who need rescuing?Well…you just might be a people pleaser.Quite a few people who come through LifePlan struggle with being a people pleaser and finding their worth in the acceptance of other people. It can control them.When your life always revolves around being a people pleaser you actually end up losing life. It robs you of your authentic selfand it all comes from a persons root system. It...
2014-11-12
21 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
67 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Think You Know Your Customer?
Today we are talking about knowing your customers and Mr. Joel Fortner jumps on the mic to talk a little marketing. (and butcher the outro to the podcast)In case you've been under a rock the past few weeks, we just came out of a product launch for the new coaching programs.We discovered a couple things that blew us away.But real quick - a special shout-out to the new mastermind and coaching folks.I'm honored and excited to dive in - your life and business is about to explode!Back...
2014-11-11
24 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
66 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Marketing Lessons I Learned from Garth Brooks
Well Garth Brooks presented the Entertainer of the Year Award last night at the CMA Awards. Wow!Great seeing him out there!I'm a huge fan of Garth Brooks. When it comes to connecting with his fans…he's one of the best in the biz.This guy has an incredible marketing mind and it showed when I got the chance to see him in Vegas…twice. (I said I was a big fan)It was such an incredible experience - Trisha Yearwood even took my camera to snap a pic of Garth and me. #epic...
2014-11-06
28 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
65 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Red or Blue Pill, You choose
Hear this podcast on ChrisLoCurto.com at: http://bit.ly/1vGkAlD
2014-11-05
15 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
64 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Deciding To Change
In this episode, Chris reads listener emails and addresses the topic of "Deciding to Change". And three lucky listeners win free marketing coaching.Hear this podcast on ChrisLoCurto.com at: http://bit.ly/1ySUvDB
2014-11-04
08 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
63 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Special Episode
This is a special episode of the Chris LoCurto Show. Click here to view the notes: http://bit.ly/1q1aLgm
2014-10-30
09 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
62 | The Chris Locurto Show - Unleash the Power of Hustle with Steve Sims
Check out the show notes: http://bit.ly/1DrxGax
2014-10-28
39 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
61 | The Chris LoCurto Show - How To Control Your Emotions
Check out the show notes at http://chrislocurto.com/
2014-10-28
17 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
60 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Why You Are Not Ready for a Mastermind
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2014-10-23
20 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
59 | The Chris LoCurto Show - How to Transform Your Health
Check out the show notes: http://bit.ly/1wnksth
2014-10-22
34 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
58 | Chris LoCurto Show - The Power of a Great Coach
Here's the link to this episode on the site: http://bit.ly/1tGy7P2
2014-10-21
15 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
57 | Chris LoCurto Show - Finding Purpose in Failure
Here's the link to this episode on the site: http://bit.ly/1rrFZwf
2014-10-14
13 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
55 | Chris LoCurto Show - The Quarter-Life Crisis
We've got a hot topic on today's show - The Quarter Life Crisis.I see this issue come up a lot in LifePlan and it's serious. You've got younger folks maybe right out of college or even in their thirties asking questions like:"Why am I not happy with my life?""Why don't I have the dream job?""Why am I not making the money I thought I would make?""Why am I so lonely?""Am I going to have to sit in this cubicle for the rest of my life?"
2014-09-30
47 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
54 | Chris LoCurto Show - Your Questions Answered
On today's show we have a special guest - YOU!We receive a lot of questions each week and I thought it was about time we answered some of them. The questions in todays show are amazing!Here's some of the topics we address: * How to find people to grow your business and where to start * How to incorporate your skills and passion into a business * How to overcome people's negative opinions of you (especially when they are justified) * How to repair your reputation To see the...
2014-09-23
22 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
50 | Chris LoCurto Show - 5 Unconventional Ways to Inspire Your Team
You have to have an inspired team.If your team is not inspired they are not productive.That's a no-brainer. What do you get when you have an inspired team?What happens when you spend time focusing on inspiring your team?Success!Read the full post: http://wp.me/p1Yb4m-50D
2014-08-25
24 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
48 | The Chris LoCurto Show - 40 Rules for Internet Business Success with Matt Paulson
Matt Paulson, author of 40 Rules for Internet Business Success: Escape the 9 to 5, Do Work You Love, and Build a Profitable Online Business, joins me on the podcast to talk about how to kill it online. Building a profitable internet business is hard and Matt's 40 rules can help steer you down the road to success.To get the show notes, go to: http://wp.me/p1Yb4m-4Zi
2014-08-11
29 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
47 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Seeking God First
Today we are talking about seeking God. Seeking God first.This topic came up during one of our team devotions. The theme of our devo was Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."Seeking God First | ChrisLoCurto.comWhat does this mean? How does it apply to you?That's the topic of todays show.In this episode we discuss:-Team Devotionals-Matthew 6:33-Chris is old-Do the diligent really prosper?-What is worship?
2014-08-05
23 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
45 | The Chris LoCurto Show - 10 Signs You're Not Emotionally Strong - Part 2
Today we're diving into Part 2 of the 10 Signs You're Not Emotionally Strong and have recapped all 10 of the signs. What does it mean to be emotionally strong? Other peoples actions can't tear you down or affect you or stress you out. You don't have problems making decisions and you're content with life. You're happy and everything in your world is going well. Even if there are struggles or problems, you're able to get through decision making processes and be strong.Read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/10-signs-youre…part-2-podcast/
2014-07-23
27 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
44 | The Chris LoCurto Show - 10 Signs You’re Not Emotionally Strong - Part 1
It doesn't matter what position you have in a business, if you're a team member, leader or entrepreneur there are so many of us struggling in the area of being strong emotionally.What does it mean to be emotionally strong? Other peoples actions can't tear you down or affect you or stress you out. You don't have problems making decisions and you're content with life. You're happy and everything in your world is going well. Even if there are struggles or problems, you're able to get through decision making processes and be strong.Read the full...
2014-07-15
23 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
42 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Knowing When And Who To Hire
Today's podcast is all about hiring - when to hire, who to hire and how to bring on team members that aren't directly generating revenue.As a solopreneur, when you're trying to build a business, you're wearing a lot of hats. In the early phases, when you're just starting to create revenue, subcontractors are a great way to get tasks done without investing in a salaried position. Always focus on creating revenue before hiring.To read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/
2014-06-30
25 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
40 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Key Results Areas and Your Questions Answered
We've received several questions related to Key Results Areas and today we're digging into the topic on the Chris LoCurto Show and answering your specific questions! Read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/key-results-areas-podcast/
2014-06-17
38 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
38 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Personal Accountability with John G. Miller
John G. Miller, the best-selling author of QBQ! The Question Behind the Question, Outstanding! and Flipping the Switch, joins me on the podcast to talk about personal accountability and responsible parenting. QBQ has been a huge part everything I've done and I firmly believe in the message of personal accountability in business and in life.To read the full post, go to: http://chrislocurto.com/personal-accou…th-john-miller/
2014-06-03
45 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
36 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Next-Level Life Episode
Many of you have asked to hear from past LifePlan attendees and today is the day! Stephen Scoggins and April Browning are joining me on the podcast to talk about their LifePlan experiences.They're going to unpack what it means to go through a LifePlan and give you the ins and outs of this 2-day process of discovery.Read the full article: http://chrislocurto.com/lifeplan-podcast/
2014-05-19
36 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
34 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Overcoming Fear of Failure, Rejection & "No"
On this episode I'm joined by Andrea Waltz, author of Go For No!: Yes Is the Destination, No is How You Get There, to talk about fear, rejection and overcoming the word "no." Andrea has made it her mission to liberate people from the fear of failure and share an entirely new mindset about the word "no."Read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/overcoming-fear-of-failure/
2014-05-06
34 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
32 | Chris LoCurto Show - Understanding Your Root System
Your life and your decision making process comes from your root system. In LifePlan, I spend time tying what's happened in a persons life to their root system - family, influences, leadership, friends, etc. Whatever has happened in your past shapes the decisions you make today.Read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/understanding-your-root-system/
2014-04-21
25 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
30 | The Chris LoCurto Show - What You Have In Common With Wine
In this podcast I'll explain:- How wine grapes are grown and how this relates to you and your business- What makes a great farmer and how that farmer harvests a perfect grape- The process of destroying perfect grapes to make great wine- How farming and the process of wine making relates to you and your businessTo read the full article, check out: http://chrislocurto.com/what-you-have-…mmon-with-wine/
2014-04-08
23 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
26 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Your Strategic Planning Questions Answered
On todays podcast, team member Joel Fortner joins me to answer your questions about strategic planning! In this episode, I dig into my strategic planing process and answer questions like:- Why does strategic planning matter?- What's involved in a strategic plan?- How do you implement and follow through once you've got the strategic plan?- What kind of information do you get out of a strategic plan?- How far ahead do you plan out the future of your company?- How often do you revisit a strategic plan?...
2014-03-11
29 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
24 | The Chris LoCurto Show - How Your Past Can Change Your Future
Every time I do a LifePlan, I spend several hours going over the major turns in each participants life. Major turns are key events from your past that help you gain perspective on where you're at and where you're going. It's literally a process of sharing the major changes from your life, like moving as a kid or marriage, loss, accepting Christ, etc. It doesn't have to be something big, heavy and deep but it very well could be.Typically, we get around 10 to 15 major turns or changes in each LifePlan. Of course this depends on age and...
2014-02-25
17 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
22 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Don't Kill Your Wounded
Grace. It's something we all need. Oddly enough, it's not something that we give very freely. Every single one of us has junk in our lives. Instead of judgement or ridicule, we need to give grace and receive grace.All too often we kill our wounded. At the very point a family member, friend or co-worker needs our love and grace, we turn our back. We roll our eyes at their failure. We walk away. Why? Maybe it's our own shame. All the failure and imperfection in our life-being is reflected in that moment. Maybe we're so overwhelmed...
2014-02-11
23 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
20 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Stop Surviving and Start Living
I can't say enough great things about Crystal Paine, the Money Saving Mom. Not only is she an incredible entrepreneur, but she's also a phenomenal influence to so many folks who are tired of just surviving.Crystal joined me on the podcast a few weeks back to talk about her journey as an entrepreneur, as well as her new book, Say Goodbye to Survival Mode. Problem is, she's so deep with great information that we didn't even get to the book!In rockstar fashion, Crystal was gracious enough to do another interview so we could dive...
2014-01-28
22 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
18 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Michael Hyatt on Goal Setting
Michael Hyatt joins me on the podcast today to talk about his incredible new goal setting course, 5 Days To Your Best Year Ever (http://www.bestyearever.me/chrisl).You can absolutely make 2014 your best year ever but it's not just going to happen. Making resolutions and having goals is a step in the right direction but to actually achieve meaningful goals, you need an action plan. In the Skype interview, Michael and I talk about:- How to write S.M.A.R.T. goals (specific, measurable, actionable, realistic, time-bound)- Why looking into your...
2014-01-14
25 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
16 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Interview with Crystal Paine
Crystal Paine is the creator of moneysavingmom.com and author of the soon-to-be-released book, Say Goodby to Survival Mode. On today's podcast, Crystal and I talk about not quitting and how she turned Money Saving Mom into one of the highest-trafficked personal finance blogs on the web.Join the discussion at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/interview-with-crystal-paine-podcast/Crystal is a true entrepreneur and built her thriving business on a shoe string budget by becoming a self-taught expert on search engine optimization, web development and social media. She shares her insight on Facebook and Pinterest as well as building...
2013-12-30
29 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
14 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Creating High-Quality Culture
Culture is kind of a big deal around here. I spend a great deal of time teaching entrepreneurs and guiding teams on how to create high quality culture in their organizations. It's a major component of every business, and it has the power to destroy your company or make you successful.INC Magazine invited me to do a talk on culture and those lessons have been available in chapters to blog subscribers. Today, I'm featuring three of the lessons in the podcast. Join the conversation http://ChrisLoCurto.com/creating-high-quality-culture/
2013-12-17
22 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
12 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Hurt People Hurt People
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! For some of you, it's a fantastic time of year. For others (and quite possibly people on your team), this whole holiday season is difficult.I'm sharing several stories on the podcast today as well as information that I teach in my LifePlan coaching events. Join the conversation at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/hurt-people-hurt-people-podcast/"When you can't fix yourself, you're frustrated with the broken people in your life." - Chris LoCurtoBe sure to pick up a copy of Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No...
2013-12-03
22 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
10 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Procrastinate On Purpose with Rory Vaden, Part 2
When Rory Vaden and I sat down to talk about his upcoming book, Procrastinate On Purpose, we couldn't stop talking! If you missed the first part of the interview, be sure to listen here first - http://wp.me/p1Yb4m-4tjHere's Part 2 of our interview on The Chris LoCurto Show! Join the conversation at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/procrastinate-on-purpose-with-rory-vaden-part-2-podcast-2/
2013-11-19
22 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
8 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Procrastinate on Purpose with Rory Vaden
New York Times best-selling author, speaker, radio show host, genius, and all-around great guy, Rory Vaden, joins me today on The Chris LoCurto show. Rory talks about his upcoming book, Procrastinate On Purpose, and how to manage life and business in our overly busy and constantly connected lives.Join the conversation at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/procrastinate-on-purpose-with-rory-vaden-podcast/
2013-11-05
32 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
6 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Budget Correctly or Fail
Don’t skip todays podcast! I get it, budgeting and accounting are they type of words that typically equal brain freeze or mental check out. Join the conversation at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/budget-correctly-or-fail/Guess what? Businesses that don’t know how to budget fail. Leaders that don’t know how to budget fail. I know digging into excel spreadsheets and accounting software can be painful tasks but they're so important to your success. So important, I’m sharing my personal budgeting spreadsheets with you and explaining how to get on top of your profit and loss right now!
2013-10-22
13 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
4 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Why You're Misunderstood
Today, I’m answering your questions on The Chris LoCurto Show! In last week’s podcast, we asked for you to comment about your greatest challenges when it comes to communicating and understanding personality styles. Folks, you brought it! Check out the podcast for my answers.Join the conversation at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/why-youre-misunderstood/
2013-10-08
32 min
The Chris LoCurto Show
2 | The Chris LoCurto Show - Why I Left Dave Ramsey's Organization
“Why did Chris LoCurto leave Dave Ramsey’s organization?” is the #1 question I get asked. Everybody wants to know the details of why I left. So today, I break it down for you and share my story of how I got to where I am now.Join the conversation at http://ChrisLoCurto.com/why-i-left-dave-ramseys-organization/
2013-09-18
26 min