The Chris Harder Show

Lori and I recently caught up with one of our greatest mentors, Lewis Howes. His masterminds, books, and podcast have been complete game-changers for us and we're so excited to dive into his latest project, The Greatness Mindset: Unlock the Power of Your Mind and Live Your Best Life Today .  We break down the best ways to create a powerful network, how to overcome the fear of judgment, and why it'...

In a recent Uber ride, I was blown away by the driver's story of how he arrived in the US with $5 and a bag of clothes to now owning and operating a livery business with three Cadillac Escalades.  When I asked him what he thinks set him apart from other people who come here in search of the American Dream, he shared three reasons that made a huge impact on me. In this episode, I share what his ans...

If you want to become the go-to expert in your field, we have a four-step strategy for creating the buzz and social proof that can get you there. We're breaking down how to build credibility across different platforms including podcasting, traditional media outlets, and social media. If you're ready to put the effort in, there's no limit to what you can achieve with your personal brand over the ne...

I've seen it happen over and over again where the 'I liked you better when…' comments pop up as someone starts gaining traction. It's hard to hear it, but there will inevitably be people in your circle who will try to hold you down when you gain confidence and start living out your passion. Because I've gone through it myself, I have some strategies for rising above those fears and surrounding you...

This is your wake up call to recognize where your aversion to risk is holding you back. I know from personal experience that it's better to lose money on a bad decision than it is to wonder 'what if' on something that could create life-changing results. Lori and I used to cut corners by saving money upfront, but in this episode, I explain why we don't do that anymore and how our businesses have fl...

Do you find yourself saying 'yes' to things because you think it's the right thing to do, but it's not necessarily aligned with your goals? We've definitely fallen into that cycle before and it always leads to frustration, overwhelm, and burnout. In this episode, we talk about how we've managed to shift out of that mindset and instead focus on things that bring us joy while moving the needle forwa...

Taking the leap from your 9-to-5 or launching a new business idea is one of the hardest decisions to make, but when you have someone like Amy Porterfield in your corner, even your most audacious goals don't seem so far out of reach.  Amy recently published Two Weeks Notice , which breaks down her proven step-by-step process for becoming your own boss. We recently sat down to discuss who this book...

I recently was reminded of why I need to continue my mission of doing great things with my income. Lori and I are honorary chairpersons for the Arizona Pet Project, a non-profit here in Phoenix that provides the resources needed to keep pets and their families together. But, it goes way deeper than that.  In this episode, I talk about the reality of living paycheck-to-paycheck in America and what...

Whenever you think your problem is unique, that's when you stop yourself from finding the solution. If you get wrapped up in shame, guilt, or whatever is holding you back from sharing your story, you end up extending that uncomfortable in-between season.  In this episode, we share examples of when we've leaned on our network to work through moments of uncertainty. We've never regretted learning fr...

What can you do when you're feeling stuck in a career or business that you're no longer passionate about, but you also can't immediately get out of it? I've definitely been there before and the one thing that really got me through it was focusing on the joy and gratitude for what that current job was providing me.  My business didn't light me up, but I had financial stability, a roof over my head,...

Bridgette Boucha is the founder of The Betterment Project, a financial services and strategy solution for entrepreneurs. I've witnessed first-hand how her soulful, skilled approach to finances has not only transformed Lori's business, but also her money mindset.  We recently caught up to talk about how to become a next-level leader by upgrading your financial strategy. Bridgette explains what a fr...

When we study the patterns of successful people, the number one thing that helps them reach their goals is repeating a simple process. When you fall in love with a routine that works for you, that's when the magic (and money) comes. In this episode, we talk about why it's so important to resist the urge to give up when things start to feel monotonous. We also talk about what keeps us motivated, fo...

Everybody wants outstanding results, but are you willing to put in the effort it takes to get there? Your actions and mindset need to be a cut above the rest if you want to achieve greatness. In this episode, I talk about what it looks like to stand out from the norm and get real about how to rise above the demands of the current economy. It's not easy, but I promise it's always worth it.    IN TH...

My friend Rob Murgatroyd is one of the strongest examples in my life of what it looks like to live in alignment and follow your intuition. He's truly mastered the art of living authentically and chasing what matters most, which for him is quality time with his family and community.  In our conversation, Rob shares the story of how he and his family moved from Manhattan Beach, California to Florenc...

My friend Rob Murgatroyd is one of the strongest examples in my life of what it looks like to live in alignment and follow your intuition. He's truly mastered the art of living authentically and chases what matters most, which for him is quality time with his family and community.  In our conversation, Rob shares the story of how he and his family moved from Manhattan Beach, California to Florence...

If you're feeling stuck or struggling with motivation, the best thing you can do is surround yourself with positive peer pressure and accountability. Lori and I feel like we finally have clarity around our goals and the steps we need to take to get there, and so much of that process happened at the recent mastermind event we attended.  In this episode, we talk about how to create more support in y...

I'm joined by Cameron Herold, aka "The COO Whisperer," to discuss how to be a better CEO and choose the right second-in-command. He's helped build three $100 Million businesses, including 1-800-GOT-JUNK, and is now dedicated to sharing his strategy for success.  Not only do we dive into the takeaways from his latest book, The Second in Command , but we also touch on his current digital nomad journ...

Regardless of what's going on in the economy, there will always be two groups of people: those that are financially motivated and educated, and those that are not. It's up to you to get money from the financially unmotivated and uneducated, and then use that to buy assets that are on sale.  I'm sharing some ways you can capitalize on free or low-cost resources to participate with other motivated a...

We always like to start off January with an event that gets us inspired to make powerful business moves in the new year, and this year's mastermind did exactly that. In this episode, we unpack a few key takeaways from our weekend with industry leaders like Jay Shetty, Ed Mylett, Mel Robbins and so many other people that we look up to. We also share our advice about how to approach events like this...

Lori just hit a huge milestone with her show, Earn Your Happy : 1,000 episodes! I'm constantly inspired by her consistency and dedication to the platform she's built and how much value she adds to her listener's lives.  Not only am I celebrating Lori today, but I'm also using her accomplishment as an example. All it takes is just one bold move! We tend to get so caught up in the big picture and de...

Lori and I just got back from a three-day mastermind that Brendon Burchard put on for us and I am feeling so clear on my goals for 2023 (and beyond). Thanks to being surrounded by people who are living proof that our dreams can become our reality, we left there breaking through the ceiling of what we envision for our brands.  We had the chance to mastermind with some of today's greatest thought le...

Lori and I received an amazing text the other day from a former employee and it just confirmed for us that next-level leadership is about leaving the people that work for you better than you found them.  We've gone through ups and downs when it comes to hiring and managing employees, but those lessons have helped us get really clear on how to build a supportive, growth-oriented team. Join us on th...

Dan Martell is an award-winning entrepreneur and best-selling author on a mission to change the way we think about launching and scaling businesses. In our conversation, we talk about how to spend more time doing what you love and making money while doing it.  Not only do we touch on Dan's game-changing 'buyback principle' and his formula for calculating your hourly rate as an entrepreneur, but he...

When it comes to money mindset, a lot of us take advice from well-meaning people or institutions that want to keep us small. I'm breaking down three myths that might be holding you back financially, including why your money shouldn't be sitting in a savings account, how to tell the difference between good and bad debt, and why you shouldn't be racing to pay off your mortgage. There are so many way...

A great way to visualize your threshold is to think of it as a thermostat. Whatever you set your goals or standards to, you're going to maintain that level just like you would when you set the temperature of your home. In this episode, we explore what this concept looks like in terms of our finances, emotions, and risk tolerance. We also share how we've learned to reset our thermostat and push the...