The Chris Harder Show

Want to be the most interesting person in any room without performing or pitching? In this quick episode, I'll arm you with three power questions that instantly spark real connection and position you as the person everyone remembers (and wants to introduce to THEIR network.) Use them at dinners, conferences, coffee meetups, really anywhere you want to make more connections. If you keep these in yo...

A lot of entrepreneurs start their business chasing freedom only to end up feeling trapped by it. In this episode, Lori and I talk about what real freedom looks like after 15+ years of running masterminds and building multiple businesses. We break down the two levers you can pull right now to create more time and energy freedom without blowing up your business. We also talk about how to redefine f...

If you've ever woken up at 3 A.M. with every problem in your life rushing into your mind, you know exactly what I'm talking about. That's what I call a "case of the 3 A.M.s." It's when everything feels unsolvable until morning hits, and suddenly it all seems manageable again. In this episode, I share the "Inventory List", a 10-minute nightly exercise that will help you fall asleep faster, stay asl...

Most people underestimate how much their friendships shape their happiness, relationships, and even their bank account. Lori and I are breaking down why making and maintaining great friendships is one of the most powerful success hacks there is and how to do it even when you're busy building a business, raising a family, and chasing big goals—including the simple habit that has kept my friendships...

Let's talk about your competitive edge in business today. I'm joined by my good friend and global workplace expert Seth Mattison to unpack how to lead yourself and others through massive uncertainty. You'll learn the #1 thing people want from leaders right now and how to build the unshakable mindset that makes you indispensable no matter what changes around you. We're talking about agency, self-tr...

The biggest breakthroughs come when you stop forcing progress and start reconnecting with what actually energizes you. In this episode, Lori and I talk about how we handle those off days, what helps us reset, and the mindset shifts that bring creativity and clarity back into our work. I share how I've learned to lead through tough moments, why I don't believe in "bad days," and how small perspecti...

Everybody loves the idea of "unlimited income," but few people are built for the responsibility that comes with it. In this episode, I share a story from my early days in landscape construction, where earning $9 an hour and doing the math on $99 days made me realize I was bumping up against a ceiling. I break down the three realities you have to accept if you want to thrive as an entrepreneur. Get...

It's easy to get stuck in the grind and forget how incredible your life and business really are. That's why Lori and I started using connection rituals that help us see things differently. On a recent date night, we asked each other three questions that turned into one of the most meaningful conversations we've had in a long time. In this episode, we share those exact three questions, why they mat...

I just walked out of a private tour at Singer Vehicle Design, the crew that turns classic Porsches into seven-figure better-than-new works of art, and it sparked a masterclass in business you can apply today. In this episode, I break down how quality over quantity scales faster than you think, and the simple positioning move that lets you charge more while doing less volume. You'll hear how proxim...

A mastermind isn't just a group call or a Facebook community. If you build it right, it's the most powerful tool for growth, accountability, and transformation. In this episode, Lori and I share exactly how we structure our masterminds so they don't just sell out, but actually change lives. We break down why access matters (but not too much), why accountability is non-negotiable, and how giving yo...

If you're ready to break through roadblocks and fast track your growth, I have a special episode for you. In today's episode, I sit down with three of my dear friends Melissa, Matt, and Andrea, to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build momentum when business feels stuck. You'll hear how Melissa uses data to unlock six figures in revenue, how Matt leans on community and client feedb...

You can't build a business that lasts if your health, your launch plan, or your culture is broken. In this special episode, Lori and I sit down with three of our VIP Mastermind members. Courtney Saye, founder of the Functional Fertility Clinic, breaks down how she helps couples conceive by solving what conventional medicine overlooks. Sarina Virk Torrendell, a startup veteran from Postmates to App...

Sometimes the best thing you can do for your business is to step away from it. I've just returned from eight unforgettable days in Italy with my brother. In this episode, Lori and I break down why time away can actually grow your business, what Ferrari and Pagani can teach us about resilience and risk, and why you can't let "good" keep you from greatness. We also talk about how Lori and I support...

Everyone wants more leads and better marketing, but the truth is you can't scale if your team, your story, and your systems aren't dialed in first. In this special episode, Lori and I sit down with three of our VIP Mastermind coaches who are experts in the levers of growth. Lia Garvin, the "team whisperer," shares how to spot disengagement before it costs you your best people and why a simple week...

Some mistakes feel fatal in the moment, but they're really just practice for your recovery game. In this episode, Lori and I share the stories that once made us nauseous and now make us better. From my on-camera meltdown that slipped into a paid course, Lori calling a dream guest the wrong name for an entire interview, and my early podcast launch full of coughing fits that the audience could hear....

Entrepreneurship takes more than vision. It takes mastery of your numbers, strong operations, and a healthy mindset. In this special episode, Lori and I sit down with our three VIP Mastermind guests who share the tools every entrepreneur needs right now. Erica Ash shares why separating your business and personal finances and paying yourself first changes everything. Ian Bishop dives into why most...

If your results aren't changing, it's time to check your inputs. Fifteen years ago, when Lori and I were climbing out from below zero, the biggest shift we made wasn't a strategy or a tactic. In this episode, we share how we choose who takes up space on our plate, and why we started surrounding ourselves with people who supported our vision. We also break down how to upgrade your circle without gu...

Sales is the oxygen of your business; without it, nothing else matters. In this episode, co-hosted with my wife Lori, our good friend Jillian Murphy who closed millions through conversations breaks down exactly how to adapt your sales strategy for today's market, why your content is the key to conversions, and how to close high-ticket clients right inside the DMs without endless calls or complicat...

Twenty years. That's how long Lori and I have been married, and I'll be honest, there were years we weren't sure we'd make it. Marriage is one of the hardest yet most rewarding things you'll ever build, and just like business, it takes growth, tough conversations, and the courage to keep reinventing. In this episode, Lori and I share the three things that got us here. If you're in year one, year t...

Most people think the key to wealth is working harder, but that's actually what keeps them stuck. In this episode, Lori and I sit down with our friend Mel Abraham, CPA and bestselling author, to talk about redefining wealth and creating financial freedom on your own terms. Mel opens up about surviving cancer and how it reshaped his entire perspective on money. He shares the behavioral traps that k...

Too many people go into events or dinners trying to make the ask right away, and that's the fastest way to turn people off. In this episode, Lori and I break down the exact questions we use to start meaningful conversations, how to position yourself as the connector everyone remembers, and the #1 networking rule I live by. We also share how to craft a confident 30 second answer about what you do (...

How many fake "health hacks" are you falling for right now? In this episode, Lori and I sit down with our brilliant doctor and friend, Dr. David Boyd, to talk about today's most dangerous health advice, biohacks, and supplements. Dr. Boyd shares the exact steps to create your own "Modern Blue Zone" so you can live longer, perform better, and avoid getting blindsided by surprise health issues. We a...

Want to know how REAL breakthroughs happen? Lori and I came home from two totally different trips both packed with lessons we're sharing with you. I just got back from a five day road trip with my mom and brother and Lori just wrapped her twice-a-year mastermind with some of the most brilliant women. In this episode, we break down exactly why these intentional spaces work, how to create your own (...

If you knew the next five years would make or break your future, and your kids' futures, would you do anything differently today? I'm pulling back the curtain on why we're about to see the fastest, most dramatic shift in wealth, opportunity, and information in history… and exactly what you can do to make sure you're on the winning side of it. I'm sharing three critical moves you must start now to...

When reflecting on the past struggles and risks Lori and I had to take in order to build the lives and businesses we have now, we realized something important. Those experiences weren't just about survival, they were given to us to build the risk tolerance and resilience we needed to get to where we are now. We share how I went from plowing snow in freezing Wisconsin winters and cleaning bar bathr...