When I was still in the ideation phase with Lite Pink, I felt like I was hitting certain limits because I didn't understand what my options were. I had to learn how to speak up and research different vocabulary that was being used in meetings so that I could make empowered, informed decisions. In this episode, I want to arm you with the language that helped me understand the major business opportunities that are out there. I break down exactly what’s included in a business plan, explain the basics of raising money for your business, and share the thought process behind some of the decisions we made with Lite Pink. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What business plans and pitch decks have in common Strategies for creating a cohesive, well-written business plan The four main elements of a financial plan  An overview of the main investment rounds The differences between angel investors, strategic investors, venture capital firms, and private equity firms RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow me: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & Business

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 from people who have more experience and can help us through challenging times. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Fighting to design the life that gives you everything you want  Where are you trapping yourself in shame?  The value of sharing your struggle  Opening yourself up to receive support from your network  RESOURCES Text the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 if you want to be considered for the very first roundtable VIP business strategy session.   Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow Lori: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & BusinessCONNECT WITH CHRISFollow Chris: @chriswharderVisit Chris’ Website: https://chrisharder.me Listen to The Chris Harder Show 

Lindsey Schwartz and I always talk about creating the rooms that you want to be in, and this episode is the perfect example of how to do that. We recently got together to talk about how to build your dream network, but this time we were joined by a live audience! In part one of this series, we break down our key strategies for cultivating friendships and business relationships. Lindsey highlights the three specific communities that you should focus on building and exactly where to find the people you want to surround yourself with. Plus, I explain how to get on the radar of your mentors and really add value to their lives. Stay tuned for part 2 of this series to hear the Q&A with our fabulous audience! And special thank you to The Good Vibe Studios for letting us use their beautiful space!IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to find the people you want to connect and grow with  Being upfront about what you need in a friendship and finding the right energy match  Lori’s approach to supporting people without waiting to be asked  Resisting the urge to slow down if you’re upleveling faster than your current peer group  Appreciating the present moment instead of constantly wishing for more  RESOURCES Learn more about The Good Vibes Studios  Check out ONEHOPE Wine  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LINDSEYFollow Lindsey: @llindseyschwartzFollow Powerhouse Women: @powerhouse_womenListen to Powerhouse Women  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow me: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & Business

I’m sharing five ways to come up with a new business idea or build on the dream that you already have. There are a few simple ways you can use your daily routine to see what’s missing in the market, which is usually where I start when I’m thinking about launching a new product or service. I also get into why brainstorming with other people is super effective for coming up with ideas and share a strategy that I like to do with other entrepreneurs I’m collaborating with. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: My new approach to time blocking and content creation  Leveraging your zone of genius  Free ways to do market research and test for a viable product  The ‘stupid idea time’ method that always sparks creative ideas for me RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow me: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & Business

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, focused, and committed to the show up consistently. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The unexpected benefits of monotony  Understanding the time it takes to achieve meaningful results Where are you choosing to be frustrated instead of taking imperfect action?  Shortening your milestones and rewarding yourself along the way  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow Lori: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & BusinessCONNECT WITH CHRISFollow Chris: @chriswharderVisit Chris’ Website: https://chrisharder.me Listen to The Chris Harder Show 

Jennifer Cohen is the perfect example of how being bold pays off in every aspect of your life, even if it’s not how you expected it. She’s a best-selling author, brand strategist, and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits to drive positive behavioral change. In her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder, Jennifer guides readers on how to overcome self-doubt and reach their potential in a bold way. Both Jennifer and I have gotten really comfortable with rejection and failure, which isn’t something that entrepreneurs are often open about. We talk about some of our really bold moves that didn’t end up how we imagined, but majorly impacted our journeys in a positive way. Jennifer also gives us her top tips for building up boldness as a habit and rewiring your inner-dialogue. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Surrounding yourself with a ‘Bold of Directors’ who support your success Going out and creating your own opportunities  Tools for building up your confidence and self-esteem  Focusing on what could go right instead of what might go wrong Discovering the gifts that come from your challenges  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts. 

Since celebrating my 1000th episode last week, I’ve been thinking about what I’ve learned on this podcasting journey. It feels surreal to say that I have researched, recorded, and published over 1,000 episodes, but it proves to me that dedication is the key to maintaining steady growth. In this episode, I’m looking back on what has helped me achieve this major milestone, including my approach to content, what I do when I feel like I’m out of ideas, and how to embrace positive pressure. Plus, I share my huge podcast goal for this year and how you can help me get there.IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Being open to feedback without taking it personally The common thread between some of my most popular episodes  Why it’s so important to invite more spontaneity into your life  Showing up, even when you lack motivation or passion  Finding areas where you can get more focused and improve your strategy  Being okay with taking imperfect action  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow me: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & Business

If you’re feeling stuck or struggling with motivation, the best thing you can do is surround yourself with positive peer pressure and accountability. I feel like I finally have clarity around my goals and the steps I 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 your life and expand your capacity. We share some real life examples of how we built up our network and rely on them to keep us on track with achieving our dreams. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why it’s so important to set a goal and work backwards from there  My plan for actively growing my audience  How to set up milestones and rewards along the journey The power of a peer group that holds you accountable RESOURCES beonline is our proven process of growing businesses online! Learn more here: chrisharder.me/beonline  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow Lori: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & BusinessCONNECT WITH CHRISFollow Chris: @chriswharderVisit Chris’ Website: https://chrisharder.me Listen to The Chris Harder Show 

Bridgitte Carroll is the founder and CEO of GutPersonal, a one-of-a-kind supplement company that empowers everyone to heal from within. Chris and I are investors of GutPersonal and it’s been incredible to witness Bridgitte’s growth since launching the brand. We talk about what it was like to raise money and bring on investors, including how she got connected with the right people. Bridgitte and I also touch on the three foundational elements of thriving as a business owner: health, worth, and community. She shares how important it is to surround yourself with people who push you to find lessons in the challenges and really embody supportive beliefs.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Putting your ego aside to get answers to your questions Tangible ways to expand your beliefs and limitations  What investing in the right community can do for your business and personal growth Discovering who you are and what’s in alignment with your vision  How GutPersonal addresses gaps in the supplement industry  RESOURCES Take the GutPersonal quiz: gutpersonal.com/lori  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH BRIDGITTE: Follow Bridgitte: @bridgittemalli Follow GutPersonal: @gut.personal Shop GutPersonal: gutpersonal.com/lori  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow me: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & Business

People with the strongest connections and friendships tend to take bigger risks because they know they have a supportive safety net to fall back on. I’ve realized the key to overcoming my fears is to surround myself with people who I can rely on and be vulnerable with. In this episode, I share some ways that you can intentionally deepen your relationships and expand your network, which will ultimately push the limits of your risk tolerance and abundance. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Doing an honest audit of where you spend most of your time  How I earned a spot at the most amazing mastermind  What you risk when you don’t go after your dreams  Why you need to be setting aside time to nurture your friendships  RESOURCES Come join me on the GrowthDay app!: growthday.com  Check out Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORIFollow me: @loriharderFollow Lite Pink: @drinklitepinkFollow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappyFollow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusinessListen to Girlfriends & Business