The Chris LoCurto Show 648 | Where the Great People Are (And How to Get Them to Say Yes)
Oct 21, 2025
33:04
Struggling to hire the right people? The best talent isn’t job-hunting—they’re listening for the right mission.
In this episode, we break down a smarter, culture-first approach to hiring that attracts high performers before you even post a role.
Timestamps:
00:01:26 – Great People Aren’t Looking—They’re Listening
Top-tier talent is drawn to mission, not job boards. Here’s how to make them lean in.
00:08:46 – Your Culture Is Your First Interview
Candidates audit you before you ever meet. Make sure your culture speaks clearly.
00:15:16 – Job Descriptions Must Inspire, Not Intimidate
Replace task lists with vision. Inspire ownership and growth.
00:20:07 – The Right People Say Yes to the Right Vision
Money isn’t the magnet—meaning is. Learn how to communicate your “why.”
00:23:24 – DISC = The Culture Fit Filter
Use DISC to hire for alignment, not just skill. Culture fit starts here.
00:28:38 – Action Items
Practical steps you can take this week to upgrade your hiring process.
00:31:19 – Additional Resources
Sign up for the Smart Hiring Framework at chrislocurto.com/hiringframework
00:32:11 – Conclusion
When your mission is clear, the right people will find you.
In this episode, we break down a smarter, culture-first approach to hiring that attracts high performers before you even post a role.
Timestamps:
00:01:26 – Great People Aren’t Looking—They’re Listening
Top-tier talent is drawn to mission, not job boards. Here’s how to make them lean in.
00:08:46 – Your Culture Is Your First Interview
Candidates audit you before you ever meet. Make sure your culture speaks clearly.
00:15:16 – Job Descriptions Must Inspire, Not Intimidate
Replace task lists with vision. Inspire ownership and growth.
00:20:07 – The Right People Say Yes to the Right Vision
Money isn’t the magnet—meaning is. Learn how to communicate your “why.”
00:23:24 – DISC = The Culture Fit Filter
Use DISC to hire for alignment, not just skill. Culture fit starts here.
00:28:38 – Action Items
Practical steps you can take this week to upgrade your hiring process.
00:31:19 – Additional Resources
Sign up for the Smart Hiring Framework at chrislocurto.com/hiringframework
00:32:11 – Conclusion
When your mission is clear, the right people will find you.