The Chris LoCurto Show

Welcome to 2015! I hope your year is already rocking and you've started living intentionally. Michael Hyatts "Best Year Ever" is still going on for the next few days. What are you waiting for? Get involved by going to http://bestyearever.me/chrislocurto.Today, Joel is joining me on the podcast and we're answering your questions on LifePlan. This process is all about discovering the "why." Why you make decisions the way you're making them. Why you're doing what you're doing now. Why you're at where you're at in life. Everyone that comes through has decided to change their life for the better.In this episode, we'll be answering:- How LifePlan works and what you can expect during the two-day process- How we discover your purpose in life and your career through LifePlan- What tangible things (documents, playbook, etc.) attendees leave with- If spouses can attend LifePlan together- How LifePlan will help youWether you're dealing with some serious junk or you just feel stuck in your life, I absolutely believe this process will change your life. It changes the way you live your life.If we didn't answer your question today, there are two ways to get those questions answered. Either contact Joel by going to http://chrislocurto.com/lifeplan-sign-up/, or send a voicemail at http://chrislocurto.com/askchris/

The last day of the year!Can you believe it? Are you ready for 2015? I know you are!Today I wanted to get the team on the show to share their top podcast moments from 2014.The good, the bad, and the awkward. #essentialoils #walgreensThe team and I talk about the highlights and touching moments that created a legendary 2014 for us.It's a long one and we cover a lot of ground - so let's dive in/AND a shout out to everyone who has left us a review on iTunes - YOU ROCK!Today is the last day to leave a review for a free DISC Personality Profile.So go to iTunes, leave a review, send an email to keith@chrislocurto.com, reference your review with your name and we'll make sure you get your FREE Test.

AND remember, for the month of December we are giving away a FREE DISC Personality Style Test to EVERYONE who leaves us an iTunes Review. EVERYONE!!!So go to iTunes, leave a review, send an email to keith@chrislocurto.com, reference your review with your name and we'll make sure you get your FREE Test.

We are getting a ton of questions!!! Thanks to everyone who has gone over to ChrisLoCurto.com/AskChris and left us a message. We love it!Todays question is a tuff one: How do you lead when your hands are tied.This one's all about leadership.Our caller is in the public sector and doesn't have the authority to necessarily give a raise or fire anyone. How do you lead?I think you will get a few actionable take aways from her question.I'd also love to know if you have any tips for handling this situation. Leave a comment below and let us know.In todays podcast you will learn:Chris's definition of leadershipThe importance of knowing your "why"How to motivate your teamUsing your "why" to motivate your teamThe smart way to reprimandAND for the month of December we are giving away a FREE DISC Personality Style Test to EVERYONE who leaves us an iTunes Review. EVERYONE!!!So go to iTunes, leave a review, send an email to keith@chrislocurto.com, reference your review with your name and we'll make sure you get your FREE Test.

I've got a special treat for you on today's show… Mr. Barry White stops in the studio for a guest appearance. (You'll get it in a minute)But seriously, our Q&A shows have been such a hit that we are changing the name to "Ask Chris" and are making it even easier to "ask Chris" your questions about business and life.Go to ChrisLoCurto.com/AskChris and leave your question and you just might make it on the show!Today's question is on the topic of who should you hire first when building your business.More specifically, "does my personality style limit me to who I should hire first?"Shout out to Randy for giving us today's question.In this episode you will learn:- How do you set up your business for success.- Can any personality style be an entrepreneur?- Why you should avoid partnerships.- Who do you hire first in your startup.- Do you hire by personality style?- Why you should start small.- Fixed expenses vs. Variable expenses- How to get a free DISC personality test.AND for the month of December we are giving away a FREE DISC Personality Style Test to EVERYONE who leaves us an iTunes Review. EVERYONE!!!So go to iTunes, leave a review, send an email to keith@chrislocurto.com, reference your review with your name and we'll make sure you get your FREE Test.

On today’s show Joel Fortner talks about the importance of mindset when it comes to growing your business.If you are justing starting out on your entrepreneurial journey or you are a seasoned CEO this episode will inspire you to take a look in the mirror and recommit to staying on a growth trajectory.On today’s show you will learn:How to figure out how much to charge for your servicesThe importance of mindset in successFixed Mindset vs. Growth MindsetWill your customers leave if you raise your pricesWhy mindset is the key to achieving your goalsThe crippling power of limiting beliefsThat you can not stay isolated on your journeyAlso, be sure to download Joel’s marketing framework for growing your business the right way.It’s all about Get – Serve – Keep!

Today I'm answering a listeners question about what to do when you're overpaying a team member. As small business owners and entrepreneurs, we make mistakes. When those mistakes effect our team members, it's very important to act with compassion and respect but "there is no ministry where there is no margin." It's a tough situation but you can treat an overpaid team member with dignity by giving them options that are fair and create a timetable for resolution.In this episode you'll learn:- The importance of a KRA & how to evaluate what winning looks like- How to honor your team members while honoring your business- How to give an overpaid team member options- Why it should always be a gut-wrencking decision to dock pay or let someone goIf you've got a question, click the microphone on the right side of chrislocurto.com and we'll try to answer it on a future episode. Also, if you're not using KRA's in your business, what are you waiting for? Get more information at chrislocurto.com

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 set?Why people don't set goals.The fear of failure in goals setting.Go listen and check out bestyearever.me/chrislocurto to make this YOUR BEST YEAR EVER!

Get started with your goals here: bestyearever.me/chrislocurtoI'm sure you can think of someone who just seems to strike gold with whatever they touch - am I right?You look at their success and think, "why them?"I mean, you're just as smart. Just as talented.So what sets them apart?Well you'll find out in today's podcast with Michael Hyatt.When you understand these qualities, you’ll alsounderstand what may be holding you back fromreaching your true potential.You'll learn:Why now is the best time to get started with your goals.How to avoid the New Years Resolution CurseWhy traditional goal setting doesn't work.How to set effective goals.What to do when you get discouraged with your goals.The Messy Middle with goal setting.The correlation between goals and happiness.What the Country Music Marathon has to do with goals.Go listen and check out bestyearever.me/chrislocurto to make this YOUR BEST YEAR EVER!

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