The Chris Harder Show

One of our goals for this year is to be more intentional and consistent with posting on Instagram. Our friend Chalene Johnson is the absolute master of organic growth and engagement on social media, so we recently sat down with her to get all her top tips. Chalene shares industry insight into how to get more followers to watch your stories, what to do if you want to monetize your page, and how to create content that actually impacts your community. We cut through all the generic advice in this episode and really get into what works. If you want to take it a step further, check out our upcoming free social media webinar: loriharder.com/impact IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to take advantage of the current Instagram algorithm Chalene's #1 tip for people who want to grow their audience The different strategies between main feed posts, stories, and reels What to do if you're sales and affiliate marketing links have slowed down Why Chalene purposely leaves information off her stories and captions An Instagram stories hack to double (or even triple) your views RESOURCES Join us for our FREE webinar to go deeper on everything we cover in this episode, plus learn how to create a unique plan that works for your business! Go to loriharder.com/impact to sign up. Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHALENE Follow Chalene: @chalenejohnson Learn more on Chalene's website: chalene.com Listen to The Chalene Show 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

I know transforming your financial reality can feel overwhelming, but it's actually more simple than you might think. My motto is 'control what you can control,' or in other words, start slow and try strategies that are slightly outside of your comfort zone to build up game-changing habits. Don't know where to start with investing? Open a high-yield savings account instead. Want to pay your credit card down? Try to go 30 days without using it. When you strip it down to the basics, it's easier to get on track with your financial goals. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Tools to rein in any unnecessary or unconscious spending How to start increasing your investment risk tolerance Examples of ways to increase your monthly savings margin Why it's so important to start doing something instead of nothing when it comes to your financial future RESOURCES Wealthfront 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 only four months into this year and we've already learned so much about optimizing our time and getting clear on different business goals. In this episode, we share what's currently lighting us up and fast-tracking our progress. We also talk about the main takeaways from the latest Roundtable Strategy Session and discuss exciting updates on different business ventures and upcoming events. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Staying open-minded to what you can learn from people in different industries The key to expanding your reach and revenue What makes a great founder Learning to really use your network and receive support What to expect from Lori's branding and networking workshop RESOURCES Text WORKSHOP to 310-496-8363 to learn more about the workshop with Katrina Scott! Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

I've been mentioning the peer-to-peer lending app I've been working on for the past year, and I think it's about time that I share the 'why' and 'how' behind this legacy project. With frello, we're taking the fear and uncertainty out of urgent financial jams, and at the same time, helping good people do great things with their money while making unmatched returns. Join me on this episode as I share some of the behind-the-scenes of bringing this app to life and how you can be involved with getting it across the finish line! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The personal story that inspired this app What frello looks like from the borrower and lender side Safeguards we have in place to ensure lenders don't lose money How this app got off the ground so quickly Our next round of strategic fundraising RESOURCES Interested in being an investor in frello? Check out frelloapp.com/invest Follow frello on Instagram: @frello_app 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: https://chrisharder.me

Every other video or post on social media seems to be another financial "expert" fear mongering about the economy. I want to remind you that this is the time to get creative, not pull back. No matter what's going on in the world, there will always be some sort of headwind, and this year is no different. Listen in to hear the top five ways that you can tune out the headlines and plug into your financial reality. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why financial fear mongering is so dangerous What you can do to have a positive money mindset, despite what you see on social media Ways to become an opportunity-seeking machine Examples of how your micro-economy can thrive, regardless of what's trending on the macro level RESOURCES Ask me your questions and I'll answer them live on the show! Go to chrisharder.me/ask to submit your question. 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: https://chrisharder.me

Masterminds have truly transformed our businesses, which is why I'm so passionate about providing space for connection and collaboration in my Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind. In this episode, we're discussing the biggest takeaways from the most recent round of speakers and group members. I share what industry leaders like Dean Grazisosi and Britt Driscoll have to say about the economy and how to reduce bottlenecks in business. Plus, we discuss solutions for the biggest pain points right now, including letting go of employees and maximizing current offerings. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why masterminds are crucial for business and personal growth Tuning out the headlines and focusing on what you can actually control The #1 way to maintain quality while you scale your business How to avoid the biggest mistake we made when we were starting out in business Committing to having tough conversations that you know you need to have RESOURCES Text the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get information about the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

If you spend at least one hour per week teaching in other people's groups over the next few months, I'm confident that you can bring in 10 to 20 new clients. It might sound like there's a huge catch to this strategy, but I swear it's brought in over $1M in revenue for me over the years. Getting the spotlight and teaching in an intimate setting is the fastest way to earn that "know, like, and trust" factor that you need for making sales. Listen in as I share exactly how to start guest speaking and growing your audience in an authentic way. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Examples of different group formats you can teach in Why it's so important to intentionally pitch yourself as a guest speaker How to organically convert your audience into customers What I use for my low resistance, high value offer RESOURCES Join us at the FREE Fast Foundations Personal Branding Masterclass on March 31st: fastfoundations.com/masterclass 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: https://chrisharder.me

There are five stages of the emotional cycle of change: uninformed optimism, informed pessimism, the valley of despair, informed pessimism, and success and fulfillment. Today, I'm breaking down each step and looking at them through the lens of financial abundance. I share ways to work through the inevitable resistance that comes up when we work towards aspirational goals. Learning how to get through this cycle quicker is what separates you from the life you have now to the one you've always dreamed of. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The cycle that might be stealing your chance at extraordinary wealth Ways to surround yourself with positive propaganda that supports your path to success Examples of informed pessimism and informed optimism Tangible ways to get out of the valley of despair 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: https://chrisharder.me

There was a recent study done on what people regret most at the end of their lives, and this got Lori and I thinking about what we can do to avoid those same mistakes. Living a regret-free life requires intentional scheduling, spreading love, and building up your risk-tolerance. In this episode, we share ways that we work daily to create more joy and meaningful connections so that we can look back knowing we lived life to the fullest. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Taking an honest audit of how you spend your time and energy Simple ways to show more love throughout the day Our advice for risk-averse people How to work through the resistance that comes up when you try to uplevel your habits RESOURCES Episode 730. Rob Murgatroyd On Why You Need To Fight For The Life You Want Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

One of the most powerful things you can do to accelerate your success is to tap into the genius of your peers. Because I so wholeheartedly believe in the impact of masterminds, I recently hosted a business hour Q&A at a Fast Foundations event to share my perspective on topics like launch strategies, money mindset, relationship building, and everything in between. This group asked so many thought-provoking questions, so listen in to hear our conversation about navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to create an effective and focused workflow What's really involved in creating a successful evergreen offer Podcasting trends and growth opportunities What I'm currently facing in my business and my plan to overcome those challenges The litmus test I use to decide when it's time to pivot a business idea How to maintain your work ethic in a sustainable way RESOURCES Episode 722. Dan Martell On How To Create A Life That You Never Have (Or Want) To Retire From Check out the next round of Fast Foundations at fastfoundations.com/chris CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me