The Chris Harder Show

Are you building a business around information when people are really craving connection? In this episode, Lori and I break down why the next wave of business growth belongs to entrepreneurs who create meaningful human connection, not just more content or education. We share why courses, coaching, and information alone are becoming commoditized, the businesses thriving by bringing people together,...

Are you building a business around information when people are craving connection? In this episode, I share why I believe we're entering the human connection economy and why entrepreneurs who recognize this shift early will have a major advantage. I break down the businesses thriving by bringing people together, share a BTS look at a new business I'm building around this trend, and why connection...

Are you quitting too soon because you're only measuring the big results? In this episode, Lori and I talk about why the biggest breakthroughs in business, health, and life are built through small, consistent wins that most people overlook. We share how focusing on micro-wins has helped us stay motivated through long business projects, fitness goals, and personal growth, why so many people give up...

This conversation was too good not to steal from Lori's podcast one more time. Lori and our business partner Stephanie Gambetta continue breaking down what women need to know about GLP-1s, peptides, and why getting the right protocol matters just as much as the tools themselves. They talk about why so many people struggle with side effects, how personalized coaching and the right dosing strategy m...

Why do some people keep going when everything falls apart while others walk away too soon? In this episode, I break down why the people who eventually make it are the ones who learn how to use setbacks as feedback instead of proof to quit. I share why calling something "failure" can kill your momentum, while seeing it as feedback can point you toward your next breakthrough. I also share what build...

Are you letting life-changing opportunities pass by simply because you never asked? In this episode, Lori and I break down why so many people miss out on partnerships, deals, introductions, podcast spots, and next-level opportunities, not because they aren't qualified, but because they never built the courage to ask. We share stories of how bold asks created business breakthroughs, sparked powerfu...

This conversation is so important I stole it from Lori's podcast. Lori sat down with our new business partner Stephanie Gambetta to break down how peptides and GLP-1s can support weight loss, healing, recovery, and overall wellness when used the right way. They talk about what peptides actually are, how they work in the body, and why so many women hit a point where their old routines just aren't c...

Have you noticed that your coaching offer isn't converting the way it used to? In this episode, I break down what AI is doing to the coaching and consulting industry and why so many once-profitable offers are losing traction. I share how people are now turning to tools like ChatGPT and Claude for fast, "good enough" answers instead of paying for broad coaching support, and how that shift is creati...

What does it take for us to go all-in on a business opportunity? In this episode, Lori and I share the story behind one of our newest investments and the life-changing experiences that led us there. We talk about my recovery after a stroke, the frustration of losing mental sharpness, and why personal transformation is often the strongest signal that a product or company is worth paying attention t...

Ever feel like the strategies that used to work just aren't producing the same results anymore? In this episode, I break down three major trends that are reshaping business right now and why entrepreneurs who adapt will thrive while those who resist risk getting left behind. I share how you can use these trends to drive more profit, gain more freedom, and navigate the business shifts changing the...

What if the income goal you're chasing is actually costing you the life you want? In this episode, Lori and I talk about why more entrepreneurs are moving away from the "more is better" mentality and focusing instead on finding their true sweet spot. We share the Dream Life Budget exercise that helps you determine exactly how much money you need to live your ideal lifestyle, why so many people ove...

Ever feel like you're waiting for the perfect moment before fully committing to your dream? In this episode, I share a story that will challenge the way you think about setbacks, opportunities, and your own excuses. It's the story of a young man named Randy who faced a life-altering tragedy, lost his arm in a motorcycle accident, and somehow chose to see opportunity where most people would only se...

Want more customers, stronger relationships, and a team people want to be part of? In this episode, Lori and I talk about why enthusiasm is the most underrated advantage in business, leadership, sales, and relationships. We break down how enthusiasm shapes the way people feel around you and why that feeling directly impacts sales, retention, referrals, and opportunities. We also share stories of b...

Ever feel like you're working hard but not making enough progress? In this episode, I challenge you to stop obsessing over what's broken and start paying attention to what's already working in your life. I share 5 things creating the biggest returns for me right now. I break down why momentum leaves clues, how high performers create more opportunities by changing their environments, and why treati...

Are your daily habits, routines, and decisions actually aligned for the life you say you want? In this episode, Lori and I share the 3 self-audit questions inspired by a story from Salesforce Founder, Marc Benioff, about working with Tony Robbins. We talk about how the quality of your questions directly shapes the quality of your business, relationships, happiness, and growth. We also open up abou...

What do you do when it feels like life keeps knocking you down while everyone else keeps leveling up? In this episode, I break down 3 life lessons that completely shaped how I see opportunity, money, memories, and setbacks. I share why opportunity still exists even in hard seasons, why making memories has to become an immediate priority before it's too late, and how some of the hardest moments in...

When was the last time you stopped to appreciate the life, business, and relationships you've built? In this episode, Lori and I share the 3 questions that led to one of the best conversations we've had in a long time. We talk about why ambitious people accidentally turn their dream life into "just another job," how to romanticize your life again instead of rushing through it, and why reflection i...

Ever feel anxious spending money, making investments, or wiring large amounts even when you know it could grow your future? In this episode, I break down one of the biggest money mindset shifts I've ever learned and still actively use today when fear or scarcity starts creeping in. I share why money was never designed to sit still, why the entire economy depends on exchange, and how holding onto m...

Why do so many masterminds feel inspiring at first, but fail to create real transformation? In this episode, Lori and I break down what makes a mastermind transformative rather than just another networking group that people forget about after a few weeks. We share the structure behind Mentor Collective Mastermind, the systems, accountability, coaching, community, and accessibility that actually he...

Could writing a book become one of the smartest business moves you ever make? In this episode, Lori and I sit down with Chandler Bolt, founder of Self Publishing School, to talk about how entrepreneurs can use books to build authority, attract high-quality customers, and create long-term business growth. Chandler breaks down how to turn your expertise into a book that keeps opening doors, generati...

Why does it feel like everyone else has it together while you're constantly dealing with problems? Because you're seeing the highlight reel, not the reality. In this episode, Lori and I break down the truth about success that most people never hear. We share what our days actually look like, why even the most successful people are constantly putting out fires, and how a few non-negotiable habits a...

Ever wonder why your income feels stuck even though you're doing all the right things? In this episode, I break down the 10 Conversation Audit, a framework to score your last 10 casual interactions. I share ways to redirect conversations, the difference between expansion and contraction conversations, and why there is no such thing as a 'neutral' interaction. Tune in to learn the simple shift that...

Are you trying to do everything yourself and wondering why growth feels so hard? You're not supposed to carry it all. In this episode, Lori and I share one of the most powerful metaphors we've ever used in our relationship and business: the cross-country bike ride and the support van. We talk about how switching roles at the right time has been critical to our growth, and why trying to do both at...

Ever feel like you built a business only to become a slave to it? In this episode, I break down why so many entrepreneurs mistakenly build for scale instead of freedom, creating complex businesses that leave them working harder than ever without actually netting the income they need. I share how to flip the script by starting with your "Dream Life Budget" first, then reverse-engineering the exact...

Are you settling for a life that looks good on paper but doesn't actually feel great? In this episode, Lori and I break down one of the most dangerous traps entrepreneurs fall into… staying in what's comfortable instead of going after what's possible. We share why so many people stay stuck in "good" jobs, relationships, and businesses, and what it really takes to walk away from security to build s...