The Chris Harder Show

You know how I always start these Money Monday episodes off by saying that prosperity and generosity can and must coexist? I had an experience the other day that reminded me why that's my life motto. I want to share this story with you as a reminder to always keep your head up, your eyes open, and look for opportunities where you can help somebody that could use a little lift up. I had the chance to help someone out who felt like he couldn't catch a break and just needed a boost to keep going. When I can easily lend a hand to someone in need, it puts it into perspective why all of the hard work and extra hours are worth it. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Recognizing opportunities where you can make someone's day a little better Simple ways to be more generous in your daily life Why giving back to someone was the absolute highlight of my month Making sure that you're not just a passively good person 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

If you can learn how to teach through stories, then you're not only going to be one of the most interesting people in the room, but it's also going to enrich your content creation. Lori and I discuss the power of story and how to use it in your business. We illustrate why it's so important to be an engaging storyteller and share tips for how to craft a message that will keep your audience at the edge of their seats. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Using storytelling as a networking superpower Why you must develop your storytelling skills if you want to thrive and stand out in business Simple ways to become a better storyteller Lori's eye-opening experience working with a writing coach RESOURCES Reserve your spot at this year's Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind at chrisharder.me/mastermind. 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'm joined by one of my good friends Kacia Ghetmiri to discuss everything from overcoming the fear of being a beginner to the importance of investing in yourself straight out of the gate. Kacia is the host of the EmpowerHER podcast and live event, which Lori and I will be speaking at in just a couple of weeks. Both Kacia and her husband have gone through my Elite Mastermind and I couldn't be more proud of the absolute powerhouse couple that they've become. In our conversation, Kacia and I discuss the problem with all the speculation in the media these days and how to stay focused on positive propaganda. We also take it back to the beginning and talk about what it was like when Lori came to me and wanted to invest an uncomfortable amount into leveling up, and I share my advice to anyone who finds themselves in a similar position. Plus, we talk about how to manage multiple emotions at the same time and find the silver lining in every situation. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to find a middle ground in the news Simple ways to set yourself up for success before you make a risky move Curating an environment that's conducive to your growth The moment I almost lost all the wind out of Lori's sails (and why I'm so happy that she pushed back) The $74,000 failed investment that I look back on as one of the greatest things that I've ever spent money on RESOURCES Get your ticket to the upcoming empowerHER event: kaciaghetmiri.com/events Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH KACIA Follow Kacia on Instagram: @kacia.ghetmiri Learn more on Kacia's website: kaciaghetmiri.com Listen to EmpowerHER CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

I just got back from one of the most amazing hotel stays that I've ever experienced, and it got me thinking about how to justify charging more for your services. If you want to raise your prices and have people excited to pay that premium, then you need to act and deliver like a five-star service. I share what I learned about the hiring process at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts that sets them apart and how they empower their staff to go above and beyond for guests. Plus, I illustrate how you can apply these lessons to business and beyond. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Earning the right to raise your rates Refining your interviewing and hiring process Asking yourself if you're charging enough Simple ways that you can go the extra mile for your clients 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

Just like your investment portfolio, you want your friend group to be diverse. At this stage in our lives, Lori and I have realized that success doesn't just mean being financially free. We want to prioritize family and friends, and bring more adventure and culture into our lives. We feel so lucky to have the network that we do, and we've gotten here by intentionally collecting people, celebrating what they bring to the table, and being actively involved in each other's lives. We talk about why you need to demand the best out of the individuals in your life and how to facilitate more equal energy exchanges. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Creating a life that's rich in experience Understanding that no single person can be everything to you Holding space for different groups of friends to get together and multiplying your network Getting really clear on what a successful life looks like to you RESOURCES 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

When you're turned off by rich people displaying their wealth, all that's doing is solidifying the fact that you're going to live a life of mediocrity or ongoing financial struggle. If you're listening to this show, I know that you're kind, generous, creative, and uniquely you. Having money is going to allow you to amplify those traits and make the world a better place. I'm sharing a great exercise that's going to reframe how you think about wealth and really imagine your dream life. Remember, when a good person like you becomes wealthy, other people's lives get better as a result. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why repelling wealthy people is actually counterproductive to your financial growth Getting really clear on what your version of rich is Silencing all that social media noise of people flashing their money around Making a list of people who are examples of what you want your life to look like RESOURCES I've got a course that'll change the way you think about money and behave with money. Check it out at: thetruthaboutmoney.com. 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

Lori and I have always created what we wished existed, and masterminds are no exception. Lori just got back from a life-changing trip with two women that she formed a mini mastermind group with, and we wanted to break down how you can do the same. Lori explains where this idea came from, how she built the container to do it, and the non-negotiables that the group has set for each other. Lori and I also discuss why masterminds are crucial for both personal and business growth, and how to take the first step to create or join one today. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Imagining what's possible when you create your own mastermind container Why we recommend connecting with your group in-person The best habit to get into for forming long-lasting relationships The power of having checkpoints for accountability RESOURCES Learn more about our Elite Mastermind at chrisharder.me/mastermind! The Success Principles: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Jack Canfield 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'm joined by Ariel Carr, a social media monetization powerhouse, to discuss everything from growth strategy, online sales tactics, and what's going on with TikTok right now. She shares her secrets to finding success in the e-book industry, including exactly what topics, lengths, and price points are selling right now. She expands on why she's so passionate about teaching people how to create multiple streams of income and highlights some of her clients who have transformed their lives by monetizing their social media. I also ask her about the takeaways she has from two failed business launches and what she has planned for the future of her consulting and coaching venture. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Advice for every online content creator Current trends and future trajectories of social media Products that everyone should be monetizing right out of the gate The most common mistakes Ariel sees when people try to make money from their social media channels Tips for being effective at sales on social media The importance of understanding and aligning with your entrepreneurial archetype RESOURCES Download Ariel's FREE guide: 5 Types of Content That Sell at arielcarr.com Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH ARIEL Follow Ariel on Instagram: @arielcarr Learn more on Ariel's website: arielcarr.com CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

The billionaires and business legends of the world have one thing in common: they have impossible-sized dreams that lead to their incredible wealth. Lori and I have always been unapologetically big dreamers and I truly believe that's a huge reason behind our financial success. Where I see most people get stuck is that they limit their vision to what their current financial situation convinces them that they can achieve. I'm sharing how you can get out of that mindset and step into a self-empowering cycle instead. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How Lori and I have made our dreams into our reality Ways to trick yourself into believing your dreams Simple strategies to stretch yourself in the environment you want to be in Letting go of people in your life who don't support your dreams Why you should make dreaming a daily habit RESOURCES Join my Money Principles course to maximize your earning potential by mastering your relationship with money: thetruthaboutmoney.com. 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 little decision you make in a day is either stealing from your future or fueling it. Everything from what's on your plate, how you move your body, who you spend your time with, and what tasks are in your schedule affects your future self. Lori and I share examples of how this concept has shown up in our lives and how we know when something will expand or deplete us in the future. So, what decision are you going to make today that your future self will thank you for? IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Understanding when a decision is borrowing from your future Certain trips and masterminds that have majorly impacted who we are today The questions that we ask ourselves before we make a big investment Developing your intuition around decision-making RESOURCES Learn more and apply for a spot in the 2023 Elite Business Mastermind at chrisharder.me/mastermind 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