The Chris Harder Show

I've been mentioning the peer-to-peer lending app I've been working on for the past year, and I think it's about time that I share the 'why' and 'how' behind this legacy project. With frello, we're taking the fear and uncertainty out of urgent financial jams, and at the same time, helping good people do great things with their money while making unmatched returns. Join me on this episode as I share some of the behind-the-scenes of bringing this app to life and how you can be involved with getting it across the finish line! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The personal story that inspired this app What frello looks like from the borrower and lender side Safeguards we have in place to ensure lenders don't lose money How this app got off the ground so quickly Our next round of strategic fundraising RESOURCES Interested in being an investor in frello? Check out frelloapp.com/invest Follow frello on Instagram: @frello_app Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

Every other video or post on social media seems to be another financial "expert" fear mongering about the economy. I want to remind you that this is the time to get creative, not pull back. No matter what's going on in the world, there will always be some sort of headwind, and this year is no different. Listen in to hear the top five ways that you can tune out the headlines and plug into your financial reality. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why financial fear mongering is so dangerous What you can do to have a positive money mindset, despite what you see on social media Ways to become an opportunity-seeking machine Examples of how your micro-economy can thrive, regardless of what's trending on the macro level RESOURCES Ask me your questions and I'll answer them live on the show! Go to chrisharder.me/ask to submit your question. Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

Masterminds have truly transformed our businesses, which is why I'm so passionate about providing space for connection and collaboration in my Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind. In this episode, we're discussing the biggest takeaways from the most recent round of speakers and group members. I share what industry leaders like Dean Grazisosi and Britt Driscoll have to say about the economy and how to reduce bottlenecks in business. Plus, we discuss solutions for the biggest pain points right now, including letting go of employees and maximizing current offerings. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why masterminds are crucial for business and personal growth Tuning out the headlines and focusing on what you can actually control The #1 way to maintain quality while you scale your business How to avoid the biggest mistake we made when we were starting out in business Committing to having tough conversations that you know you need to have RESOURCES Text the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get information about the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

If you spend at least one hour per week teaching in other people's groups over the next few months, I'm confident that you can bring in 10 to 20 new clients. It might sound like there's a huge catch to this strategy, but I swear it's brought in over $1M in revenue for me over the years. Getting the spotlight and teaching in an intimate setting is the fastest way to earn that "know, like, and trust" factor that you need for making sales. Listen in as I share exactly how to start guest speaking and growing your audience in an authentic way. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Examples of different group formats you can teach in Why it's so important to intentionally pitch yourself as a guest speaker How to organically convert your audience into customers What I use for my low resistance, high value offer RESOURCES Join us at the FREE Fast Foundations Personal Branding Masterclass on March 31st: fastfoundations.com/masterclass Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

There are five stages of the emotional cycle of change: uninformed optimism, informed pessimism, the valley of despair, informed pessimism, and success and fulfillment. Today, I'm breaking down each step and looking at them through the lens of financial abundance. I share ways to work through the inevitable resistance that comes up when we work towards aspirational goals. Learning how to get through this cycle quicker is what separates you from the life you have now to the one you've always dreamed of. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The cycle that might be stealing your chance at extraordinary wealth Ways to surround yourself with positive propaganda that supports your path to success Examples of informed pessimism and informed optimism Tangible ways to get out of the valley of despair RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

There was a recent study done on what people regret most at the end of their lives, and this got Lori and I thinking about what we can do to avoid those same mistakes. Living a regret-free life requires intentional scheduling, spreading love, and building up your risk-tolerance. In this episode, we share ways that we work daily to create more joy and meaningful connections so that we can look back knowing we lived life to the fullest. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Taking an honest audit of how you spend your time and energy Simple ways to show more love throughout the day Our advice for risk-averse people How to work through the resistance that comes up when you try to uplevel your habits RESOURCES Episode 730. Rob Murgatroyd On Why You Need To Fight For The Life You Want Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

One of the most powerful things you can do to accelerate your success is to tap into the genius of your peers. Because I so wholeheartedly believe in the impact of masterminds, I recently hosted a business hour Q&A at a Fast Foundations event to share my perspective on topics like launch strategies, money mindset, relationship building, and everything in between. This group asked so many thought-provoking questions, so listen in to hear our conversation about navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to create an effective and focused workflow What's really involved in creating a successful evergreen offer Podcasting trends and growth opportunities What I'm currently facing in my business and my plan to overcome those challenges The litmus test I use to decide when it's time to pivot a business idea How to maintain your work ethic in a sustainable way RESOURCES Episode 722. Dan Martell On How To Create A Life That You Never Have (Or Want) To Retire From Check out the next round of Fast Foundations at fastfoundations.com/chris CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

I've been getting a lot of DMs and texts asking what my thoughts are on the recent bank collapses and what I'm doing to protect my money. In this episode, I break down how the US banking system works and go over key terms, including what a run on the bank is and how it's changed over the past century. I explain exactly what happened with Silicon Valley Bank and what the Fed did to ensure the whole banking system didn't collapse. Plus, I share ways to diversify your money and reduce risk going forward. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why you shouldn't panic because of the recent bank collapses What's protected (and what's not) with FDIC insurance How the fractional reserve banking system works and why it fails sometimes How social media dramatically changed the landscape of bank runs Five ways to diversify your money RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

We love to surround ourselves with living proof that our aspirations are possible, whether it's the cars we want to drive, the decor we want for our homes, or the lifestyles we want to live. Our goal is to inspire others to reach a new level, but there's always one or two negative comments that pop up when we share our achievements on social media. Let this be a reminder that you should always demonstrate that it's possible to achieve your dreams and turn down the volume on people who try to tell you otherwise! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The difference between arrogance and aspiration Why it's so powerful to surround yourself with examples of excellence Fueling the next generation of dreamers Monitoring what shows up on your social media feed RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

I'll be the first to admit that when I left the corporate world and went all-in on entrepreneurship, I didn't do it in the most elegant, effective way. Luckily, business experts like Melissa Henault are changing the way we think about hustle culture, burnout, and sustainable growth. Melissa and I recently sat down to talk about how she decided to walk away from her lucrative career as a medical director and pursue her e-commerce business full-time. She describes the calculated, bold moves that lead to her massive success and what she's doing differently now in this next chapter of her business. We also get into Melissa's proven best practices for LinkedIn, including what to post, how often you should be engaging with your followers, and how to grow your network. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why Melissa consistently invests in masterminds The mindset that will make you truly financially independent for life Finding creative solutions for you career and family goals Recognizing the point you need to recalibrate and shift out of hustle mode Why LinkedIn is such a game changer, especially for newer entrepreneurs How to strategically repurpose content on LinkedIn The best ways to start growing your LinkedIn network with your ideal audience RESOURCES Download Melissa's 30 Minute LinkedIn Daily Productivity Checklist The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne Text me the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 if you want to be considered for the next roundtable VIP business strategy session. CONNECT WITH MELISSA Follow Melissa: @melissa_henault Join the waitlist for Melissa's next mastermind: livethefreelife.co Listen to Burnout to All Out CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: chrisharder.me