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The Chris LoCurto Show
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…
Episodes
The Chris LoCurto Show643 | Too Much Leadership—Communication, Problem-Solving, and Guidance
Are You Doing Too Much for Your Team? In this episode, we unpack how over-communicating, over-solving, and over-guiding might be killing initiative…
The Chris LoCurto Show642 | Too Little Leadership—Communication, Problem-Solving, and Guidance
It might not be their effort—it could be your leadership. In this episode, we break down five signs you’re leading too little: poor communication, unresolved…
The Chris LoCurto Show641 | The Role of Coaching in Leadership: Growing Teams Through Mentorship
Ever feel like you’re the only one solving problems in your business? In this episode, we kick off our Leadership Balance series with Monique James from Alaska…
The Chris LoCurto Show640 | How to Prevent Team Drift: Keeping Everyone Aligned with Your Vision
Does your team feel busy but disconnected? In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we talk about how to stop team drift—when focus fades, priorities get…
The Chris LoCurto Show639 | How to Lead a Team Member Out of Fear-Based Decision-Making
Does your team hesitate, second-guess, or play it safe when bold action is needed? In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we uncover how to spot fear-based…
The Chris LoCurto Show638 | Turning a Complainer into a Contributor: Leading Through Attitude Shifts
Got a team member who always finds what’s wrong but never what’s right? In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we walk through five key ways to lead…
The Chris LoCurto Show637 | When Leadership Styles Clash: Resolving Conflict Between Strong-Willed Leaders
What Happens When Two High-Performing Leaders Clash? Two strong leaders can mean double the drive—or double the drama. In this episode of The Chris LoCurto…
The Chris LoCurto Show636 | Stop Expecting What You Haven’t Taught
If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t my team just figure it out?”—this episode is for you. We’re unpacking why unmet expectations often point back to unclear…
The Chris LoCurto Show635 | Lead Like a Coach, Not a Firefighter
If your team can’t move without you and your calendar feels like a crisis hotline, it’s time to shift from fixing everything to coaching intentionally. In this…
The Chris LoCurto Show634 | The Cost of Doing It Alone
Too many leaders are still trying to carry the weight alone—and it’s costing them more than they realize. In this episode, we’re uncovering the hidden dangers…
The Chris LoCurto Show633 | Lead Better. Live Better: What Happens When You Take Ownership
Leadership isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about taking responsibility. In this episode, discover how ownership shifts your mindset, your culture, and…
The Chris LoCurto Show632 | It Starts With You: The Mindset Shift Every Leader Needs
Before you can lead others well, you’ve got to lead yourself first. In this episode, we’re diving into five powerful mindset shifts that every leader needs to…
The Chris LoCurto Show631 | Your Team Isn’t Underperforming—You Might Just Be Miscommunicating, with Aaron West
If your team is underperforming, miscommunication—not laziness—might be the real issue. In this episode, Chris LoCurto and top leadership coach Aaron West…
The Chris LoCurto Show630 | How Key Leaders Can Lead Up, Down, and Sideways with DISC, with Lyneé South
How to Lead in Every Direction Using DISC If you’ve ever struggled to get your point across to upper leadership, motivate your team, or work alongside your…
The Chris LoCurto Show629 | Why Personality Styles Should Shape Your Hiring Process, with Joel Fortner
Ever hired someone who looked great on paper but just didn’t work out? In this episode, we dive into how DISC personality styles can help you hire the right…
The Chris LoCurto Show628 | How DISC Can Transform Leadership & Business Success with Bryan Arzani
If your team’s communication feels off or productivity is dragging, the problem might not be what you think—it might be how you lead. In this episode, Chris…
The Chris LoCurto Show627 | When Emotions Drive Decisions: How to Lead Rationally in High-Stress Situations
Ever reacted emotionally as a leader—and regretted it? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we break down how to stay grounded, respond…
The Chris LoCurto Show626 | The Role of Self-Awareness in Becoming a Transformational Leader
Why do some leaders earn deep trust and loyalty, while others struggle to connect? It comes down to one key skill: self-awareness. In this episode, we unpack…
The Chris LoCurto Show625 | From Procrastination to Progress: Leading Through Decision Paralysis
Ever feel stuck overthinking a decision, spinning in circles, and not moving forward? You’re not alone—and today we’re breaking down how to overcome decision…
The Chris LoCurto Show624 | Fear is the Enemy of Progress: Building the Courage to Lead Change
Fear will always knock—but will you let it lead? In this episode, Chris exposes how fear quietly drives leadership decisions, stalls progress, and keeps…
The Chris LoCurto Show623 | Why Boldness is Contagious: Leading With Confidence to Inspire Your Team
In this episode, I’m walking you through five powerful ways boldness transforms your leadership, builds trust, and sets your team in motion. If you want a team…
The Chris LoCurto Show622 | Boldness vs. Burnout: Reclaiming Your Energy to Lead with Confidence
Burnout isn’t inevitable—and boldness doesn’t mean doing more. In this episode, I walk you through the warning signs of leadership burnout and how real…
The Chris LoCurto Show621 | Bold Leadership vs. Resistance: Breaking Cycles and Leading Effectively
Resistance—whether it’s internal, from your team, or from leaders above—can stall progress and create frustration. In this episode, Chris breaks down how bold…
The Chris LoCurto Show620 | How to Build Predictable Revenue with Memberships with Stu McLaren
Tired of unpredictable sales and chasing new customers every month? In this episode, I sit down with Stu McLaren—membership expert and author of Predictable…
The Chris LoCurto Show618 | The Silent Team Killer: How Unspoken Expectations Undermine Success
If your team is struggling with execution, accountability, or a disconnected culture, unspoken expectations might be the root cause. These assumptions create…
The Chris LoCurto Show617 | The High Cost of Avoiding Accountability in Your Leadership Team
Avoiding accountability creates chaos, misalignment, and inefficiencies that impact every part of your business. If leaders aren’t holding each other…
The Chris LoCurto Show616 | How to Address Underperforming Leaders Without Crushing Their Confidence
Maybe you’ve got someone on your team who’s struggling, and you’re dreading the conversation. You don’t want to demoralize them, but you also can’t ignore the…
The Chris LoCurto Show615 | Emotional Boundaries for Leaders: How to Stop Carrying Stress That’s Not Yours
On today’s episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we’re tackling the issue of carrying emotional weight that isn’t yours. We’ll explore why it happens, how to…
The Chris LoCurto Show614 | How Accountability Creates Better Teamwork
Accountability. It’s a word that can make people squirm, but if you want to see real transformation in your business, you need to embrace it. Today on The…
The Chris LoCurto Show613 | Taking Back Control from Controlling Team members
Controlling behavior in the workplace is a silent culture killer. It seeps into meetings, projects, and conversations, causing frustration, lowering morale…
The Chris LoCurto Show612 | Mastering the Art of Difficult Conversations with Clients
Tough client conversations are inevitable, but handling them well maintains trust and business relationships. Unlike internal team discussions, a single…
The Chris LoCurto Show611 | Managing Crisis with Confidence: Strategies for Small Business Leaders
Crises in business are inevitable. Whether it’s a financial crunch, a reputation issue, or losing key team members, they will come. But with the right tools…
The Chris LoCurto Show610 | Surviving the Hard Times: How to Lead When Cash Flow is Tight
Navigating tough financial times isn't just about cutting costs. It requires intentional leadership, proactive financial strategies, and keeping your team…
The Chris LoCurto Show609 | The Secret to Leading a Winning Team? It’s All About KRAs
In this episode, we explore how Key Result Areas (KRAs) are more than just management tools—they’re the foundation of a well-run business. KRAs bring clarity…
The Chris LoCurto Show608 | Reset Your Leadership: Strategies to Lead in a New Year
Welcome to The Chris LoCurto Show! As we kick off the new year, instead of chasing new strategies, let’s focus on resetting and recommitting to the essentials…
The Chris LoCurto Show607 | The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Small Business Leadership
Welcome to The Chris LoCurto Show! Today, we’re tackling emotional intelligence—an essential skill every leader needs. Emotional intelligence isn’t just a…
The Chris LoCurto Show606 | Scaling Your Business Without Sacrificing Your Values
Scaling a business can be thrilling, but it’s also challenging. How do you grow without compromising your mission? In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show…
The Chris LoCurto Show605 | How to Build a Team That Operates Without You - Part 2
Welcome to The Chris LoCurto Show! In today’s episode, we continue our discussion on building a team that operates independently. If you missed part one, be…
The Chris LoCurto Show604 | How to Build a Team That Operates Without You - Part 1
Welcome to The Chris LoCurto Show! Today, we’re diving into a vital topic for leaders: how to build a team that operates without you. If stepping away from…
The Chris LoCurto Show603 | How to handle team members you view as "I can't do this without them"
Today, we’re tackling a critical leadership topic: how to build a business that thrives without being overly reliant on key individuals. If you’ve ever…
The Chris LoCurto Show602 | The 4 Questions Every Leader Must Ask (and Why the Answers May Surprise You)
Hey folks, welcome to another episode of The Chris LoCurto Show! Today, we’re diving into four offbeat, yet powerful questions every leader should ask…
The Chris LoCurto Show601 | Why Enhance Leadership Through Asking Questions?
In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we’re diving into the simple yet powerful tool that can transform your leadership: asking great questions. You’ve…
The Chris LoCurto Show600 | Year-End Reflections: Turning Insights into Action for Next Year
The end of the year is here, and with it comes a crucial opportunity: setting yourself up for success in the next year. In this episode of The Chris LoCurto…
The Chris LoCurto Show599 | Leading a Team Member Out of Irrational Thinking
Hey, folks! Welcome to The Chris LoCurto Show. Today, we’re diving into a big leadership challenge: helping a team member step out of irrational thinking…
The Chris LoCurto Show598 | When Toxic Relationships Drain Your Team: What to Do Next
Toxic relationships —whether they involve team members, clients, or others in the workplace—can drain your energy, damage your business, and impact your mental…
The Chris LoCurto Show597 | Lead Like a Pro: Discover the Key Leader Edge - Part 2
On today’s episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we continue to dive deep into the heart of leadership challenges with Lyneé South, VP of Leadership Development…
The Chris LoCurto Show596 | Lead Like a Pro: Discover the Key Leader Edge - Part 1
In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, I’m thrilled to bring on a very special guest, our new VP of Leadership Development—and my daughter—Lyneé South. Not…
The Chris LoCurto Show595 | Face the Facts: Stop Avoiding Tough Conversations in Business - Part 2
In today's episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we dive into part two of our series on overcoming conflict avoidance. This episode is all about learning how to…
The Chris LoCurto Show594 | Face the Facts: Stop Avoiding Tough Conversations in Business - Part 1
In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we tackle an issue that affects many leaders and businesses: conflict avoidance. While conflict is inevitable in any…
The Chris LoCurto Show593 | Build an Unstoppable Support System to Maximize your Business
Running a business is hard, especially when you're trying to do it all on your own. You need to Build an Unstoppable Support System to truly Maximize Your…
The Chris LoCurto Show592 | How to Calculate Risks and Rewards in Business
Hey folks! In this latest episode, we're diving into a crucial topic for every leader—how to calculate risks and rewards when making important business…
The Chris LoCurto Show591 | What to do to Overcome Self-Destructive Behaviors
In the latest episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we tackle a challenge many leaders face but often struggle to address—self-destructive behaviors within their…
The Chris LoCurto Show590 | How to Achieve Work-Life Balance with Zig Ziglar's Wheel of Life
In the latest episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we explore the elusive concept of work-life balance. This episode is packed with valuable insights to help you…
The Chris LoCurto Show589 | Unexpected Benefits of Shifting your Mindset from Scarcity to Abundance
Hey, folks! Welcome back to the Chris LoCurto Show! I hope you're having an incredible day, wherever you are. Today’s episode is all about something that could…
The Chris LoCurto Show588 | How do you Address Passive-Aggressive Behavior at Work?
We all know that maintaining a positive and productive work environment is crucial for the success of any business. But sometimes, subtle behaviors like…
The Chris LoCurto Show587 | Why Embrace Servant Leadership in Business?
In today's fast-paced business world, success isn’t just about hitting your numbers; it’s about creating an environment where your team can truly thrive—both…
The Chris LoCurto Show586 | How the Top 1% Achieve Personal Growth and Professional Success
Hey folks, welcome to another enlightening episode of The Chris LoCurto Show! Today, I'm diving deep into what makes top leaders and achievers truly…
The Chris LoCurto Show585 | How to Lead Someone With a Victim Mentality
Today, we’re diving into a challenging yet crucial topic: leading someone with a victim mentality. Let's jump right in! Victim mentality is that mindset where…
The Chris LoCurto Show584 | How to Overcome Self-Sabotage in Your Business Journey
Whether you're a leader, business owner, or team member, these behaviors can be a major roadblock to your success. Trust me, I’ve been there, and I know how…