The Chris LoCurto Show

This episode is for leaders and business owners, presidents, entrepreneurs, and top-level leaders. chrislocurto.com/inside-stratplan…-leadership-roi/ Here's what you'll discover: *How "rinse and repeat" sabotages your business *Why you can't see all the things holding you back in business *How a marketing firm followed a StratPlan and landed on Inc.'s "fasting growing companies in the US" *When fe...

This is definitely NOT about New Year's Resolutions. This is about business and leadership goals. There's probably a much easier way than what you're doing...Today I want to give you a framework to set your 2018 business goals. Go here for the 5-step framework: https://chrislocurto.com/the-5-step-framework-to-setting-successful-business-goals/ Here's what you'll discover on the episode: * Separati...

"We were in a 'life is good, but life isn't great' place. Like everyone walking around, we've been through stuff. We had counselors over the years and learned and healed from it, but not completely.... Next-Level Life was between us being 75% healed, and getting to a full understanding, clarity, and a rock-solid foundation for our family." Show notes for Brent & Sarah's story: https://chrislocurto...

92% of New Year's resolutions fail... Folks, It’s everywhere. In your Facebook feed, in your email, on the radio, in conversations with people at work and friends…New Year’s Resolutions. https://chrislocurto.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-transforming-your-life-in-2018/ 67% of American make a New Years Resolution, and 92% of them fail.  On today's show, we talk about: *Why 92% of New Year's Resol...

Christmas is over, and we just wanted to say... Thank you!!!! I couldn't do what I do without YOU. That goes for all of our clients, friends, and podcast listeners. Without you listening to the podcast, taking action, and seeking growth there would be no 'us.' Here's to you and yours this Christmas season, and a Happy New Year: https://chrislocurto.com/to-you-and-yours-happy-new-year/

When we think of Christmas, everything is so grand... We imagine extravagant light displays, big presents under the tree, feasts of turkey and stuffing… We even think that when it comes to the Christmas Story. We are given this picture of three Wise Men in elaborate costumes, a beautiful stable with fresh straw in a cozy manger, with Mary and Joseph looking rested and beautiful. How we see Christm...

The wrong team members can poison your culture…but having the right people in the wrong seats (including leadership) can also unravel your business. https://chrislocurto.com/3-steps-to-develop-and-empower-strong-leaders/ How do you spot potential leaders? How do you trust your gut? How do you grow and develop them to excellent leaders? *Symptoms of bad leadership *How we get “bad” or “wrong” leade...

Words have the power to destroy. Learn how to speak life into people's lives. https://chrislocurto.com/how-to-change-lives-with-your-words-and-the-study-behind-it/ Here's how to replace the stress that eats away at happiness and puts knots in your shoulders...with your words. What's the science behind speaking life? Today we talk about how to reverse negativity, speak life into others, pray for ot...

What you need to know about Core Values in your business. https://chrislocurto.com/why-your-business-core-values-are-collecting-dust-and-how-to-fix-it/ These aren't your 90's-plaque-on-the-wall-collecting-dust Core Values. These are the values that will drive results and make your team successful. Here's what you'll learn from our conversation on the show today: - Why Core Values matter in your bu...

Our guest today, Michael Bungay Stanier, is the founder and Senior Partner of Box of Crayons, best known for their coaching programs that help time-crunched managers coach in 10 minutes or less. He has written a number of books and is best known for his book, Do More Great Work. https://chrislocurto.com/7-questions-to-change-the-way-you-lead-forever-with-michael-stanier/ Here's what you'll learn f...

What causes people, and your team to start falling apart? chrislocurto.com/when-your-team-s…s-to-fall-apart/ Here's what you'll discover: - What causes teams to fall apart... - Why your team needs a Vision - How to communicate your company's Vision - How to inject passion into your team We've launched Next-Level Leadership LIVE Event!! See what the excitement is about and... GET $200 OFF YOUR TICK...

Make the right calls as a leader. https://chrislocurto.com/3-days-to-your-best-leadership-and-strongest-team/ Here's what you'll discover, how to: - Create a killer compensation plan - Optimize every role to create revenue for your business - Build a stronger team - Empower your team's best performance - Get your team bought in to what the business is doing - Have confidence in growing and develop...

You've heard me say it... "it's your job to make your team successful..." Well, how do you do that? How do you know you’re doing the right things as a leader? https://chrislocurto.com/how-to-build-your-leadership-roadmap/ Today we're talking about the leadership roadmap to get you there…the tactics we teach our Next-Level Mastermind clients. The processes that grow revenue, get entire teams bought...

People weigh in on this topic in everyday conversation, and so many conclude people can’t… To grow, to have a stronger life, change must happen. It is absolutely up to you to change yourself if you want a better, stronger life. It’s not easy. Getting great perspective on life isn’t easy either. So many friends and family member have well meaning advice…but true perspective is what allows people to...

Find direction, and what you were created to do. First, there are some things you need to ask, perspective you need to gain. It’s important to look at what molds who you are. Here's what you'll discover on today's episode: - The questions to ask to find direction - Why passion can be misleading... - How to answer the question: What is your calling? - What does God call us to? - How to use your cal...

If your self-perception is wrong or distorted, your efforts and decisions will be misguided... Here are 5 steps to leading yourself better starting this week: https://chrislocurto.com/5-critical-steps-to-lead-yourself-better/

Will you create it, or suffer in it? Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating things in business. It's something that drains productivity, creates turnover, and sets the tone for everything you do in your business... Culture. Everyone comes into your culture with a culture. They bring their previous culture in the door with them, and carry it around the office. Here are the first three steps t...

Who we think we are, and our ability to handle relationships and life, are shaped by what we believe, emotion health, and past experiences; …experiences that literally create cellular memories on our DNA. Learn what’s impacting your DNA: http://chrislocurto.com/how-your-root-system-shapes-your-dna/

Discover your next steps and goals, how-to leading in difficult situations, and budget… http://chrislocurto.com/askchris-the-right-leadership-questions-your-next-steps-and-budgeting/ Today we're answering your questions. Here's what we cover: - What to ask to determine your "next-level" direction - How to lead when team members don't hit deadlines - The question you should ask everyday at your off...

How to handle pressure, nerves, negative self talk, and your mental state in high-pressure moments. http://chrislocurto.com/peak-mental-performance-when-youre-under-pressure/

Narrow the gap between how good you are and how good you want to be. The roadside is littered with companies who were the dominant players... The only thing harder than becoming the best at what you do, is becoming the  best and continuing to get better. Learn the process for you to improve yourself and your performance regardless of how good you were. On this episode, you will discover: - The pro...

Today we are talking about what holds us back from health...what keeps us from being healthy, thriving people. It's easy to see blatant destructive behaviors, hard to see our own subtle ones... http://chrislocurto.com/the-6-subtle-self-destructive-behaviors-we-miss-everyday/

Today is a special day on the show, because we have not only one, but two special guests joining us. Justin and Elana Epple are joining us today to talk about life, family, and their story. We wanted to bring them on and talk about their story, what's changed in their marriage, in their communication, and in their lives. Here's there story, and what changed...

There might be a simple answer to one of your most frustrating challenges… Today is all about your questions on communication, and personality style. Sometimes communicating with team members or leaders can leave you frustrated, with little information, or just plain scratching your head...communication is a challenge. High-levels of quality communication is the key to winning. We all bring our ow...

"Finding money in the business is the easy part... ...it was a lightbulb moment for me, the things that were limiting our company were cultural things, interactive things." On today's show: - What is your vision for your business? Is it complete? Is it clear? - What's limiting your business? (hint: it's not revenue) - The subconscious fear-based decision-making process - Understanding your leaders...