The Chris Harder Show

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Being adaptable Making decisions from a place of possibility Balancing your long term vision with short-term strategy Where to double down and where to play it safe Serving female entrepreneurs Figuring out what you want Zoning in on what you're made for Resources: Learn more: alibrown.com Listen: alibrown.com/radio Instagram: instagram.com/alibrownofficial Facebook: facebook.com/alibrownfan Twitter: twitter.com/AliBrown LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/alibrownla Show Notes: You probably already know Ali Brown — either through the groundbreaking work she does leading women through their businesses or from her appearance on the hit TV show "Secret Millionaire." She is also the founder and CEO of the women's business empowerment company We Lead and one of the most recognized entrepreneurial coaches in the world, having built a coaching and consulting enterprise that ranked in the Fortune 500 list of fastest-growing private companies in the US. You're going to love listening in on our conversation about what to do if you are pivoting in your business or just getting started making the transition from a job to entrepreneur. We talk about what mistakes to avoid and what opportunities to spot, and why right now is one of the best times in history for women to be business owners. Question Highlights: Take us back to the moment when you were broke and trying to start your business? What's the first step if you're feeling like you're starting a business from below zero? What is one of the most important strategies for navigating this crazy time? What should you do and not do in a recession? Why should people lean into this recession instead of fighting it? Why are women entrepreneurs such an important segment for you? What's a lesson that will stick with you from these times? What do you look for in women and in a business before you invest? Guest Bio: Over the last 15 years, Ali Brown has advised and helped nurture the businesses of many of the 7- and 8-figure online thought leaders you see thriving today, and her mentoring has even been spotlighted on CNN.com. Ali has been dubbed the "Entrepreneurial Guru for Women" by Bussiness News Daily and has taken her company to the Inc. 500 list rankings. She was named a Forbes Woman to Watch, one of EY's Winning Women Entrepreneurs, and an entrepreneur delegate for the United Nations Foundation's Global Accelerator. Ali has been featured on major media including the ABC hit primetime show Secret Millionaire. She provides leadership and business advice to over 250,000 followers via AliBrown.com, her social media channels, and her award-winning Glambition® Radio show. She was also named by Entrepreneur Magazine as having one of the Top "10 Twitter Accounts Every Entrepreneur Should Be Following". Ali is an angel investor with a special interest in women-led ventures. She and her Australian husband Brett are parents to 6-year-old twins. They are based in Scottsdale, Arizona, and spend part of each year in Sydney. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How to apply for one of the 20 Chris & Lori Harder Small Business Grants The ways business will evolve How to figure out what you need to create and sell Asking yourself better questions Resources: Money Principles: www.thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: Let's talk about how to replace your income. Small businesses are suffering right now, jobs are being slashed, and businesses are shuttering, either temporary or for good. Yes, this is tragic, but you have the opportunity to replace that lost income from home with some clever thinking and some quick action. In order to help with that, Lori and I are giving out a total of $20,000 through the Chris & Lori Harder Small Business Grant. A lot of the stimulus money that was meant for small businesses ended up being used up by big business, and we wanted to do our part in correcting that. Text the word "Grant" to 310-421-0416 to apply! Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The seven levels of awareness Reaching for mastery Making your way up the levels Resources: Money Principles: thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: We're going to walk through the seven levels of awareness coined by Bob Proctor because people are dealing with the coronavirus pandemic or economic crisis based on where they are at in these levels. It is incredibly important to understand these seven levels and find a way to move up through them, especially as we face this pandemic. The Seven Levels of Awareness: Animal Survival The Mass Aspiration Individual Discipline Experience Mastery Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Staying critical of rules and authority Sitting with your feelings How to take care of yourself Falling into addiction while in quarantine Helping the world around you How life will be different on the other side Resources: igntdrecovery.com Listen: igntd.com/podcast thephilosophie.com Sophie's Instagram: instagram.com/sophie.jaffe Adi's Instagram: instagram.com/dradijaffe Show Notes: Dr. Adi Jaffe is a world-renowned specialist in mental health, addiction, and shame. He has been all over TV because he is one of the best doctors in the world. And his wife, Sophie, is equally amazing. She is a health and wellness expert who shares with her millions of followers how to live a life full of balance and bliss. They talk about how to keep your business thriving under this uncertain time, how to recognize if you are sliding down the slope of addiction, and what to do if you are. Question Highlights: Where did you get the personality of not adhering to rules just because they're out there, and how has that helped your business? What's it like running two brands under one roof during this quarantine? What is going to happen to the divorce rate during this? What has had to change in your business models and how you execute them? What are some of the common addictions that are popping up right now? How do you know when something is turning from healthy to an addiction? How do you want your kids to grow up viewing money? What is going to change when we get out of this? Guest Bio: Adi Jaffe Ph.D. is a world-renowned specialist in mental health, addiction, and shame. Sophie Jaffe is a health and wellness expert who shares with her millions of followers how to live a life full of unbounded bliss and balance. Together they are the power couple behind the IGNTD podcast. This podcast deals with the power of relationships - self, partner, family, friends, money, body, beauty, and health. They provide honest information, powerful conversations, and useful tools so their audience can overcome challenges and transform their lives. Their most popular episode is when they bared it all and told their own story of broken trust, shame, and infidelities. Hundreds of individuals and couples have shared with them how their honesty and radical transparency has given them the only semblance of hope in their own lives and relationships. They continue their work together and through IGNTD, with the mission to lower the divorce rate across the globe and help people live their most ignited lives. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The two sides of this crisis Using your privilege Playing your part Resources: Money Principles: thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: Right now is a scary time for all, but not all fears are created equal. Some are worried about boredom while millions are worried about tomorrow. Some get to quarantine while others do not. This crisis has two sides — the haves and the have nots. While you might be inconvenienced in quarantine, remember that being in quarantine itself is a privilege. This is a call for you to use that privilege wisely. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Having a warped sense of being a good provider There are always gifts in painful situations Reinventing yourself Having a money date What you need to start a business Resources: Money Principles: thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: Let's go back to when I came back from work, as our only breadwinner, and had to tell Lori that I had lost my job and we would have to sell everything. You don't think that's ever going to happen to you, but it happens to someone every day. Nothing in life is certain except for uncertainty. Here's what we learned about facing a crisis during the 2008 recession and what you can do today. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Giving your kids a perspective on money and success How this economy is affecting everyone How the information economy is going to thrive What entrepreneurs are going to face in the coming months and years Turning your nervous energy into action Resources: Learn more: deangraziosi.com Training: deanstraining.com Read: deansbook.com Knowledgebusiness.com Instagram: instagram.com/deangraziosi YouTube: youtube.com/user/deangraziosi Money Principles: thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: Dean Graziosi is a legendary entrepreneur and success coach. He has found 13 successful companies, written multiple New York Times best-selling books, and cranked out some of the best marketing and mindset training available on the planet. He's helped millions and millions of people realize their true potential, start and grow their businesses, and achieve the success they just hadn't found before. Talk about a leader that we can learn from during a challenging crisis economy! He's recently joined forces with equally legendary Tony Robbins to offer the Knowledge Broker Blueprint to the world, which teaches anyone how to turn the knowledge that you already have into a business that positively impacts the world. We get into everything from parenting to donation to the crisis economy we are all facing today. Question Highlights: How do you want your kids to grow up and view success? What should we be focused on during this COVID-19 economy? If someone is dead broke, jobless, and riddled with fear and uncertainty, what one or two moves should they make? What will the landscape look like for entrepreneurs over the next couple of months or years? Guest Bio: Dean Graziosi is a legendary entrepreneur and success coach. He has found 13 successful companies, written multiple New York Times best-selling books, and cranked out some of the best marketing and mindset training available on the planet. He's helped millions and millions of people realize their true potential, start and grow their businesses, and achieve the success they just hadn't found before. Talk about a leader that we can learn from during a challenging crisis economy! He's recently joined forces with equally legendary Tony Robbins to offer the Knowledge Broker Blueprint to the world, which teaches anyone how to turn the knowledge that you already have into a business that positively impacts the world. We get into everything from parenting to donation to the crisis economy we are all facing today. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why you need to keep selling How you can help shorten the recession How your paradigm shapes your reality Finding the people who are buying Resources: Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: Today I'm going to be talking about this incredible situation that we are all facing together right now, if it's okay to sell during this crisis economy, and if there's anybody buying now anyway? While it's true that we are in the midst of a crisis, not only can you sell — you have a moral obligation to sell. Find out why. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Becoming the leader you need Having a bulletproof routine How you can't wait for life to happen to you Letting go of your expectations Resources: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: This time is your opportunity to step into leadership. Even if you don't feel like you have anyone to lead, you can start by leading yourself. Instead of looking around for someone to follow, turn into the kind of leader that you need. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Putting the housing crisis into perspective Where we stand on homeownership Timing is everything when buying a home What we're going to face in the economy Forbearance vs deferral When you should refinance your home How to manage investment properties SMART investing How we change our financial habits for the future Resources: Learn more: lizyhoeffer.com Instagram: instagram.com/lizyirvine Facebook: facebook.com/TheLizyHoefferTeam Show Notes: We are going to talk about everything housing with Lizy Hoeffer, the #1 loan officer in America. We are facing one of the craziest economies any of us have ever experienced and we don't know the truth of how it will unfold, but Lizy is the expert when it comes to all things housing and investing. So, if anyone knows how you should act during these times, it's her. We discuss how we view ownership as an investment when you should buy a home, and when it makes sense — and we don't always agree! You'll get both of our perspectives, and it's your job to come to your own conclusion. Question Highlights: How do polar opposite takes exist at the same time when it comes to predicting the market? Where do you stand on buying a home as an investment? What do you think we're facing as an upcoming economy? How is unemployment going to affect housing? What should the average homeowner be thinking about right now? Could you explain the difference between a forbearance and a deferral? Should people be scrambling to refinance their homes? Who should be considering investment properties? What is the overall picture of the average person in the US financially? Who are you passionate about supporting right now? Guest Bio: Ranked No. 1 female loan officer in the nation for most closed loans (Scotsman Guide, 2019) and as the No. 1 Hispanic loan officer in the nation (NAHREP, 2019). Senior Loan Officer Lizy Hoeffer proves every day that "passion changes everything." With over 17 years of mortgage industry experience, Lizy works for CrossCountry Mortgage, a leading independent mortgage banking company. She started as a receptionist in the mortgage industry and has worked her way to become a top 1 percent originator and closed over 980 loans in 2019. "Our passion for our clients, the process and our business partners has set us apart from the competition," she said. "We create raving fans through client education, finding the best products for our clients, outstanding service, competitive rates and on-time closings. We are dedicated to proactive communication. Which helps give our clients a smooth mortgage experience and our business partners the tools and experience to grow their revenue." An active, caring participant of her Phoenix, AZ community, Lizy volunteers her time to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance and works with homeowners regarding foreclosure prevention. She is also the creator of the White Envelope Project, which is a homeless awareness campaign that gives people the opportunity to help those in need. Lizy is married to best-friend Skyler and they have three beautiful children, Anabelle, Penelope, and Calvin. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com