The Chris LoCurto Show
Chris LoCurto
Break down the barriers to small business success with 'The Chris LoCurto Show'. Tailored for the tireless entrepreneur facing the daily grind of managing cash flow, leading a team, and carving out a competitive edge, this podcast offers more than just advice—it offers a lifeline. Chris LoCurto brings decades of firsthand experience leading small businesses and delivers straightforward strategies and actionable insights.Every episode tackles the real issues you face—how to inspire your team, make every dollar count, and find the time to focus on what really matters: growing your business and achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. This isn't just a podcast; it's a community where your challenges are acknowledged, your efforts are celebrated, and your dreams are attainable.Join us in listening to 'The Chris LoCurto Show' to transform your business headaches into victories. Subscribe today and start paving your path to business growth and personal fulfillment. Learn more at www.chrislocurto.com. Your journey to small business mastery begins here.
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Jul 28, 2014 • 12min
46 | Coffee with Chris - Sales Techniques using DISC
Everyone is in sales!The way to sell properly is to understand who you are selling to.When you know the personality style you are selling to then you can change the way you give information.Check out the show notes here: http://wp.me/p1Yb4m-4Yr
Jul 23, 2014 • 27min
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/
Jul 15, 2014 • 23min
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 post: http://chrislocurto.com/being-emotiona…-strong-part-1/
Jul 8, 2014 • 11min
43 | Coffee With Chris - Steve Jobs' Carrot And Stick Approach
Steve Jobs' famous and highly criticized "stick and carrot" approach was created to incentivize and lead people. Believe it or not, this approach works according to personality style. When you're leading people and trying to incentivize them you have to know what their motivators are. How do you find out what motivates them? By understanding the personality styles and values of your team.Read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/steve-jobs-car…proach-podcast/
Jun 30, 2014 • 26min
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/
Jun 23, 2014 • 6min
41 | Coffee With Chris - Are Your Assumptions Making You Unhappy?
Today we're talking about the assumptions we all have and make. Sometimes our assumptions lead to certain expectations in business or life that can cause us a lot of pain. We assume our employees or team members are performing a certain way, we assume our leader is giving us all the information we need to be successful, and so on. Read the full post: http://chrislocurto.com/are-your-assumptions-making-you-unhappy/
Jun 17, 2014 • 39min
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/
Jun 10, 2014 • 9min
39 | Coffee With Chris - How to Avoid Conflict
Almost all conflict is a direct result of poor communication. Go to http://chrislocurto.com/conflict for a free guide on how to avoid conflict by personality style.
Jun 3, 2014 • 46min
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/
May 27, 2014 • 9min
37 | Coffee With Chris - How To Handle Rude Customers
Rude customers are a breed of their own. Today I’m answering a question from Vanessa:"I just recently had a situation with one of my customers and a representative that was assisting the customer. The rep took the call and felt the customer was being rude and was upset and possibly yelling at the rep. As soon as I heard that, I told the rep to place the customer on hold and I would handle the call...."To read the full post, go to: http://chrislocurto.com/how-to-handle-rude-customers/
