Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)

Lori Harder: The Art of Pivoting, How to Reinvent Yourself in Business and Life | Entrepreneurship E310

Sep 30, 2024
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Lori Harder
Lori Harder, a three-time fitness world champion and serial entrepreneur, shares her inspiring journey from a bullied child to a successful businesswoman. She discusses the importance of adaptability and pivoting in both life and entrepreneurship, highlighting her transformational experiences. Lori illustrates how building solid relationships and effective networking can lead to opportunities, like attracting celebrity investors. She also emphasizes the power of community in achieving personal and financial growth and the evolution of her brand into a thriving enterprise.
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ANECDOTE

Childhood Weight Struggles and Transformation

  • Lori Harder was bullied for her weight as a child, leading to anxiety and isolation.
  • She rejected the idea that her weight was genetic and found inspiration in fitness magazines.
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Isolation and Religious Restrictions

  • Harder's upbringing in a restrictive religion further isolated her, limiting social interactions.
  • This experience shaped her desire to help others overcome similar challenges.
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First Entrepreneurial Venture

  • Harder's first entrepreneurial experience was driven by financial hardship after the 2008 recession.
  • She and her husband lost everything, prompting her to seek new income sources.
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