The Chris LoCurto Show

You probably know that if your team doesn't know where there are going...they lose interest.They get bored.Where there is no vision the people start to fall apart.It's your job as the leader to set that vision. If your not the one setting the vision then it's your job to help communicate the vision to your team. ALL. THE. TIME.It's something we do in StratPlan and it's something you should do too!In this show you will learn: A quick way to communicate your companies visionWhy your team needs a visionIs the dress black and blue or white and gold?Why a company vision is vital when leadingHow to Inject Passion into your team

How To Have A Transparent Team by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger

It’s time for another AskChris episode and we have 2 great questions.Brian’s question is unique, how do you lead your former boss?Leadership is not managing people. The goal of leadership is to lead others in the direction of the vision of the company. And you do this by first understanding, “who am I trying to lead?”.When it’s your former boss, you need to understand that you may also be dealing with some emotions. Understanding how she acts, reacts, responds, receives info, gives info, etc. will give you a HUGE advantage. You know what will shut her down and motivate her. This is crucial.Secondly, you need to earn her respect. You’ve heard me say, it’s your job to make your team successful, not the other way around. If you will make sure she is set up for success and has everything she needs…she will allow you to lead her. She’ll see that you are for her.You shouldn’t be guarded! Being guarded means you are putting up walls and not healthy boundaries. Being guarded is never beneficial. You need to attack the thing that leads you to feel the need to be guarded.If there’s an issue…call it out. LEAD!Megan’s questions is about Root Systems. She is wondering if I have any more resources that I would recommend.Well, assuming you have listened to this episode: http://chrislocurto.com/understanding-your-root-system/, I’ve got a few more ideas for you too so jump in!And you can leave a question or comment here: chrislocurto.com/askchris.Your question just might end up on the podcast like these listeners!

What Brian Williams Can Teach You About Leadership by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger

Today we have two great questions!Steve made a choice to guard who he surrounds himself with.He made clear boundaries.Part of having healthy boundaries is knowing who to surround yourself with.When people are not ready to change…it’s can be difficult but you must continue to be an example for them.If you are not in a place to be a support or example then its difficult to be in that place. And James wants to know how to negotiate a raise if you work in the public sector.Hmm…that’s a tuff one. :-(I dive into both questions and rant a bit about the political season that’s starting to show it’s fangs.So hit play, listen and let me know your thoughts in the comments.Or better yet…leave a question or comment here: chrislocurto.com/askchris.Your question just might end up on the podcast like these listeners!

Coffee with Chris is back with a bang!David Morris, Founder and CEO of Dillanos Coffee Roasters sits down in our studio in Franklin, TN. David shares stories from his new book, The Rolling Desk, and we take a deep dive on the famous Dillanos company culture.Umm...they have a dodge ball court!!! #epicCulture

We've got two great questions today!We get into a little ObamaCare talk, apparently, a Buffalo Wild Wings printed a line on their receipts for the ObamaCare costs.Pretty interesting!There's no such thing as free! Just keep that in mind the next time a politician says "free healthcare" or "free college".You are paying for it one way or another. :-)Today on AskChris Colin wants to know:How do I manage productivity?I measure productivity with an old school little thing called…leadership. And Jesse has a great question about managing stress.She wants to know, "How do you better manage stress at work and home"?How do you "leave it at the office"?Some great questions!Dive in and let me know your thoughts in the comments.Or better yet…leave a question or comment here: http://chrislocurto.com/askchris

How to create a Legendary Brand with Brian Smith Founder of UGG by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger

AskChris: How To Get A Raise and Leading Older Employees by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger

Signs of a Controlling Leader by Chris LoCurto: Entrepreneur, Leadership Coach, LifePlan, Blogger