The Chris Harder Show

The lifestyle that you want is truly within your reach, even without winning the lottery or having a huge exit from your company. Lori and I are proof that planting seeds and consistently increasing your income is the key to achieving the lifestyle of your dreams. Over the past couple of years, we've been able to rely on our passive income while we focus on building our legacy brands. Listen in to learn how you can do the same and shift your perspective on playing the long game. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: - How Lori and I got to a place where we don't live on earned income anymore - The question you should be asking yourself about how you make money - Learning to appreciate delayed gratification - Why you need to stop settling for earning the same income year after year - Following the advice of people who get rich during recessions RESOURCES - Text me the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get information about the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

If you wait to be ready instead of taking a swing at something, chances are you're going to miss your window of opportunity. So many of us get paralyzed by perfection and fear any sort of feedback that we end up not even trying. But, if there's one thing we've learned about business over the years, it's that you need to be okay with putting out a minimum viable product and improving from there. Listen in as we unpack some examples of how we learned this lesson and what you can do today to take action. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Recognizing the compound effect of taking small steps toward your goals Why you can't play big until you're willing to play small Using feedback as your roadmap How to get out of the analysis paralysis cycle and start taking action RESOURCES Atomic Habits by James Clear Text ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get information about the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Listen to Earn Your Happy

Ever since my dad passed away unexpectedly in 2020, I've turned into somewhat of a hypochondriac. I've been afraid to push my limits in all areas of my life – exercise, work, travel – because I don't have the full picture of what's going on beneath the surface. Instead of kicking the can down the road, I decided to do a comprehensive executive physical with Dr. David Boyd and I can't even begin to describe the relief I feel after getting a clean bill of health. What can you do to get clarity on what's holding you back and go full speed ahead? DM me and let's figure out how to take the first step. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The unintended consequences of putting things off Realizing how much time I wasted by not getting this physical done sooner Getting more visibility into the overall health of your business, finances, and relationships Taking that first scary step to addressing your fears RESOURCES Text ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get information about the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

It doesn't matter how much money you make – we all suffer from the occasional feeling of not having enough or wishing that we were in a better financial situation. The number one habit that helps me shift out of that scarcity mindset is by starting my day compiling all of the financial resources I have, including retirement accounts, equity, and investments. I guarantee this practice will help you feel more abundant and take advantage of money-making opportunities that come your way. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The root cause of feeling broke, even when you're financially stable Advice for anyone who feels anxious parting with their money Different ways to take daily inventory of your finances Why it's important to have crystal clear visibility into your finances RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

One of the most common questions that we get asked is around how we got to where we are with our personal brands and other business ventures. It might seem overly simplified, but the truth is we like to study and then take action. The more you do, the more you can use that experience to expand your network and reach. Listen in to learn more about our approach to multi-passionate entrepreneurship. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How we started learning more about business leadership Why it's so important to step out of your comfort zone and extract lessons from those experiences Strategies for building your relationship capital Ways to add value to different conversations and groups of people CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

The sprint seasons where you make sacrifices and keep your foot on the gas are what lead to greatness. Whether you have fitness goals, a vision for your relationship, or a milestone you're aiming for in your business, anything is possible when you commit to creating the results that you want. Trust me, a mediocre effort produces mediocre outcomes, and there's nothing worse than knowing you let yourself down. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What I mean when I say 'sprint season' The pain of living somewhere between going all in and taking it easy Examples of how this concept shows up in different areas of life The reality of what happens when you don't pursue your goals with ambition RESOURCES The Ed Mylett Show: The Power Of Persuasion w/ Stephen A. Smith Text me the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to lock in a date for the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

You might think I'm crazy for sticking with a service provider that charges double what his competitors do, but there's solid reasoning behind my choice. In this episode, I'm sharing an example of what happens when you play the long game by overdelivering on a consistent basis and negotiating with confidence. If you want to create a loyal client base at the price point that you deserve, listen to this episode to learn exactly how to do that. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Knowing the difference between a good job and a great job in your industry The power of going the extra mile for your clients How to be the most certain person in the room during a negotiation Why a loyal customer is worth more than cutting corners to save on upfront costs RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

We're joined by Danny and Brianne Hoefelmann, co-founders of The Good In Media, to talk about how they're using their podcast and video content agency to help people expand their impact. When Danny made it his mission to find out what happiness meant to him, Lori's podcast was one of the first to pop up on his search. After committing to self-development work and getting his wife Brianne on board for it too, they knew they wanted to amplify authentic, inspiring voices. In our conversation, they share their top tips for people who want to create audio and video content and walk us through how to get started. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Earn Your Happy helped Danny navigate a challenging time in his life Advice for anyone who's investing in personal growth, but feels resistance from their spouse Why it's so important to show up with positive energy to every room that you're in How to get clear on who your podcast audience is What to expect budget-wise when starting a podcast RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH DANNY & BRIANNE Follow The Good In Media: @thegoodinmedia Follow Danny: @thegooddanny Follow Brianne: @briannehoefelmann Listen to The Good In Today CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

If you know it's time to kick yourself into high gear and start moving the needle, I have three ways to help you do just that. Not only should you focus on just one or two specific goals, but you also want to create measurable, tangible milestones to hit along the way. Plus, I always say the fastest way to uplevel is to start with your network and find people who are really going to hold you accountable. Between my fitness goals and launching frello, I'm in a full-on sprint season and these three things are what keep me going, even on the hardest days. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Understanding where you need to add intensity and accountability to your goals The first step to get hyper clear on your vision Examples of milestones that will help keep you on track The power of surrounding yourself with people who expect greatness and don't let you settle for mediocrity RESOURCES Text me the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get information about the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app

When you surround yourself with dreamers and accomplished individuals, it's inevitable their energy starts to rub off on you. Proximity is crucial for building social capital, but sometimes it requires you to stretch out of your comfort zone to live or work in a certain area. In this episode, I share two examples that illustrate the power of proximity and how to get in the rooms with people who have the knowledge you need in order to level up. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why my trainer chooses a longer commute instead of working at the gym that's five minutes from his house Proof that relationship capital is the most important capital you can build Looking at where you can invest your resources into high-quality connections Ways to normalize success and surround yourself with positive propaganda RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow me: @chriswharder Visit my website: chrisharder.me Learn more about frello, my peer-to-peer lending app: frelloapp.com Follow frello: @frello_app