The Chris Harder Show

By consistently adding time, effort, authenticity, and value to a community, you will create a strong foundation and build trust with successful collaborators. Today, I'm discussing the art of community building and encouraging you to seek out communities that consist of like-minded individuals who take action. Plus, I share my advice on dealing with imposter syndrome by embodying your unique pers...

As entrepreneurs, it's natural to feel hesitation when hiring or outsourcing services for your business. Let this be your wake-up call. If you want your business to reach its full potential, you need to invest in the right people. In this episode, I remind you that the money you bring into your business is revenue, not just income. Reinvesting a significant portion of your revenue back into your b...

If you want friendlier people in your life and desire positive opportunities, you have to be the generator. By proactively choosing to be happy, even when it doesn't come naturally, you will become a catalyst for spreading joy to those around you. Today, we share our insight on generating happiness by training yourself to focus on the good, appreciating your purpose, and surrounding yourself with...

Whether you're working with family, choosing the right business partner, or outsourcing roles, maintaining strong business relationships is a massive factor in a successful company. When I started frello, I knew I needed a partner who could manage the tech side of the app, and because I put in the effort to ensure our work styles complemented one another, our business and partnership flourished. I...

In a recent conversation with my extremely wealthy friend, we talked about the significance of his luxury yachts, jets, and homes. He told me these items are tools for bringing the family together and creating epic memories. True worth lies not in the physical objects themselves but in the lifelong memories they make. Today, I encourage you to reflect on why you desire the material items and shape...

We have been incredibly busy lately! But despite the stress of constant travel and feeling like we each have two full-time jobs, we still manage to get everything done. By shifting your perspective on time and personal expectations, you will work with more passion and more intensity within smaller time constraints. Your capacity for quality work grows as you strengthen your ability to take on more...

I encourage you to reconsider your standards and only work with people that leave you enthusiastic because you and your business deserve that greatness. Don't tolerate mediocrity in your professional relationships. There is extreme value in surrounding yourself with collaborators that ignite your excitement and energy. Today, I share my advice for ways to seek out and demand extraordinary partners...

Once I realized that every transaction is an equal exchange of energy, it completely shifted my perspective as both a business owner and a consumer. Whether you're trading wisdom, connections, products, or good old fashioned cash, there's always a balanced exchange. Join me on this episode as I unpack the layers of this concept and share examples of how I've seen it play out in my life.    IN THIS...

Do you feel like you're missing a support system of like-minded people? Or your ideas aren't being developed in the ways you're picturing? In today's episode, Lori and I encourage you to leave the house and embrace the power of being in person. We believe there is a collective energy in togetherness, and we're providing specific examples of why sharing ideas while they're hot in the room is so imp...

When you take a swing at something and ultimately strike out, of course, it doesn't feel good. But at least you stepped up to the plate and gave it a try. Today, I want to talk about the micro versus macro failures we experience both personally and financially. Most of the time, these micro failures are a positive opportunity for growth, but people often do everything they can to avoid them out of...

You know I'm here to help you avoid the mistakes I've made in the past. One of the biggest opportunities I used to miss out on was saying yes to the small opportunities that pay off big time in the long run. These smaller payoffs don't demand much of your time or energy, are easy to collect, and are oftentimes the seeds of million-dollar plants.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: - Why it's so imp...

Having large, clear, and tactile goals for the life you envision is crucial, but it's equally as important to focus on the small, seemingly inconsequential decisions of your daily routine. Today, we dive into the significance of the simple decisions such as choosing a snack or responding to a text message, and how stacking these decisions in alignment with your goals is the key to achieving them....

I see way too many people discounting their products in an effort to close the deal. The irony is that when you set the bar too low, you actually lose out on customers. In this episode, I break down why strategic fundraising is proof that you need to charge people appropriately for your product or service. We all need to have skin in the game to follow through and create an emotional attachment wi...

We have a not-so-secret formula for product launches that help us sell out every time. Most people quit before they really dial in on their audience, messaging, and conversion, but those are the three keys to an extraordinary launch. Join us on this episode as we look at ways to increase your chances of getting in front of the right customer base and actively educating them about your offering. Pl...

I don't leave any opportunities on the table when it comes to making memories with my family, but there are two things I need to do in order to make that happen. Besides creating the means that make it possible to take time off and invest in fun experiences, I also intentionally block off the time to do so. Where are you trading your time and sacrificing those invaluable moments with your loved on...

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...

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. Li...

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 t...

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...

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. ...

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 you...

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...

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...

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 accou...

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 ha...