The Chris Harder Show

Whatever your greatest fear is, whether it's around your finances, your business, the economy, your health, your family, I want to assure you that whatever the worst-case scenario that you can dream up, it's probably not going to happen to you. But, if it did, I promise that it's not going to be nearly as bad as you think. Trust me, I've been there, done that twice. In today's episode, I talk about the two lowest times in my life when my biggest fears came true. Hitting rock bottom financially and losing my father, even though they were painful and challenging times to work through, have created so many amazing opportunities and transformed my perspective on life. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Turning your rock bottom into your greatest motivator Transforming your mindset around your fears The amazing abundance, careers, and financial security that came out of losing it all in '08/'09 Reflecting on what makes mine and Lori's daily walks so meaningful Getting closer with my mom and spending quality time with family as a result of my dad's sudden passing RESOURCES Go to joinbeonline.com! Enrollment will open SOON and at an INSANE EARLY VIP PRICE! 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

I sold $330,000 of Ethereum back in October 2020 to contribute to the downpayment of our house. Eleven months later, that $330,000 would've been $5,000,000. Ouch. But, that's what happens when I go against my motto of 'invent new income, and outearn it.' I'm sharing the hack that Lori and I use when we want to offset the cost of something. Please, learn from my mistake and don't take your investments out early. Instead, roll up your sleeves, dig into your side hustle, and make your purchases and investments feel free with that extra paycheck. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why you don't want to pull your investments out early, no matter how tempting it is My #1 tip for retirement savings The rule of thumb for surviving a challenging economy How to get really clear on what your monthly bare necessities cost, and then outearn that RESOURCES Go to joinbeonline.com! Enrollment will open SOON and at an INSANE EARLY VIP PRICE! 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've finally had some time to really reflect about our vacation to the Amalfi Coast and want to share some of our biggest takeaways from the trip. Our friend Rob Murgatroyd curated so many beautiful experiences as part of his Work Hard Play Hard Mastermind and we were able to really soak up the Italian culture, art, food, and fashion. We talk about getting clarity on how we're going to balance the joy and production containers of our lives, and our commitment to making time for new, enriching experiences in our week. We learned about the Italian saying "Dolce Far Niente," which means the sweetness of doing nothing, observing beauty, and enjoying life in the moment. Lori and I want to take time to be more present in our everyday lives and worry less about things that we don't have control over. This trip proved to us that a vacation doesn't have to be just a moment in time一we can extend this sense of peace and wonder into our everyday lives. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Examples of how Italians value both form and function, and beauty for beauty's sake Why we're cutting off work at 1PM on Fridays for the next few months Applying deeper meaning to our beautiful life together and taking away the power that stress has Finding magic in connection and conversation when business isn't the main topic The benefits of getting out of your environment and day-to-day comfort zone RESOURCES Blue Mind by Wallace J. Nichols Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 to get VIP Early Access to our upcoming course! 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 read a headline the other day about Elon Musk laying off 10% of the Tesla staff because of predictions about an upcoming recession. I can usually see through the BS clickbait headlines, but this one really got me down. Instead of staying in that funk, I decided to dig a little deeper and realized that the dramatic headline was way off from the truth about what's going on at Tesla. This was a great reminder for me that skewed data and scandalous headlines can make us feel positive and take action, or feel negative and freeze. I'm sharing how to spot when data is taken out of context and why it's so important to surround yourself with positive propaganda. I promise that what I'm putting out there will always be based on facts and I'll continue to offer solutions, including mine and Lori's course that will bulletproof you for whatever happens with the economy. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Recognizing your reactions to misleading, provocative headlines Doing your due diligence and getting facts about what's going on in your arena Recapping what a recession actually is and why it doesn't have to slow you down Why I've committed to making more money this year than I did last year My promise to be the voice of reason and possibility RESOURCES Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 to get VIP Early Access to mine and Lori's new course! 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

In a challenging economy, you don't have to slow down. As a matter of fact, you can thrive, make more money, and get more bang for your buck. By just adding 10% for every 1% that the GDP is down in four areas, you can make more sales and come out on top. I share ways that you can add 10% more time, effort and added value to your customers, plus why it's a good idea to add more to your marketing and advertising budget. Now is the time to invest more in your team, whether that's mentors and coaches, or employees and contractors. Lastly, securing 10% more credit can help make up for any cash flow interruptions that you might experience. Listen in to learn more about my mathematical formula for business owners to prosper in a difficult economy. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: A recap on what a recession actually means The four areas where you should be adding more time and money when you're in a down economy Simple ways to add value for your customers Proof that companies are investing in people that move the needle, regardless of what's going on in the economy Why you shouldn't be afraid of increasing your line of credit RESOURCES Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 to get on the VIP Early Access list for our upcoming course about how to make yourself bulletproof during a challenging economy! 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

Our recent trip to Italy is the perfect metaphor for wanting something versus deciding to do something. Lori and I break down the layers of decision that it took for us to actually follow through and take this vacation, plus something really valuable that we learned from our friends about deciding to have a good life. We think it's important to put markers in your year and create memorable experiences for yourself, even if it's something local. Listen in to hear our reflections about our time on the Amalfi Coast and how we're committing to getting outside of our element at least once a week from now on. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The difference between wanting a good life and deciding to have a good life Why things will never slow down unless you plan for them to slow down Surrounding yourself with positive reinforcements to solidify your decisions Practicing integrity and following through with your decisions Budget-friendly ideas for how to get outside of your normal life 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

It's easy to look at influencers and think, man, that's the good life. They get free products, they live in nice houses, drive beautiful cars, and they don't have any financial stress. But, what people choose to show on social media is often the highlight reel and we're not seeing the tough decisions and the bold moves that it takes to get to those perks. I'm joined by Stevie and Sazan Hendrix, two internet moguls who know all about that. Stevie and Sazan are redefining what it means to live the good life, embracing simplicity, and pulling back the curtain on what it's really like to be a social media influencer. We talk about how they balance being both grateful for what they have and also hungry for more, and the three things they do to stay grounded in their chaotic world. They break down how they deal with harsh comments and emphasize the crucial role that their strong faith plays in their success. Stevie and Sazan also share inspiring stories about their family heritage and talk about the foundation of their cross-cultural relationship. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Finding ways to protect your peace when you're an online figure Recognizing the beauty in the ordinary and living an intentional life Understanding that challenge and good can coexist at the same time Expressing compassion for people who spread hate The sweet spot where you're you're not pursuing so much that you've lost your way, but you also have enough where you don't want for anything Stevie's number one piece of advice for financial freedom How Stevie and Sazan stay rooted in their relationship to God RESOURCES Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 get on the VIP Early Access list for my upcoming course! Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day. CONNECT WITH STEVIE & SAZAN Follow Sazan: @sazan Follow Stevie: @stevie_hendrix Listen to The Good Life with Stevie and Sazan CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

I'm sharing a quick financial rule called The Rule of 72 that I wish somebody would have not only taught me when I was younger, but shaken me by the shoulders and made me fully understand the value of this calculation. You can use The Rule of 72 to determine how quickly your money can double. It's simple: take the number 72 and divide it by the rate of return you're getting on your investment, and it tells you what year it will double. Some of the greatest investment minds suggest buying mutual funds that invest in index funds. When you average out all the ups and downs, the S&P has averaged 10.7%. So whether you're in your early 20s and just starting out, or you're like me in your 40s (or beyond) and thinking about retirement, it's never too late to plant it, set it, and forget it. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How the Rule of 72 works Warren Buffet's investing advice that has always stuck with me Examples of what it looks like to invest conservatively vs. aggressively How inflation comes into play with The Rule of 72 Details about how my new course can help you take advantage of compounding interest RESOURCES Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 to get on the Early Access VIP List for the Be Online personal branding course 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

Lori came to me the other day and wanted to have a conversation about what's really going on in this uncertain economy, what I think is coming in the future, and how we can prepare ourselves so that we don't experience a repeat of 2008/2009 when we had to start over from scratch. So many of us are scarred from The Great Recession, but the reality is that there are so many news outlets that rely on fear mongering techniques that make people freeze in fear. In today's episode, I explain how we've ended up in this rapid inflation situation, why a recession is usually a self-fulfilling prophecy, and three ways that you can bulletproof yourself for whatever's coming down the pipeline. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Navigating negative propaganda about the economy Debunking myths about economic recessions Taking a critical look at your monthly spending habits Ideas for how to create a new income stream Why I always suggest having a 12 month reserve in your savings account The single thing that will set us apart from having another '08/'09 situation RESOURCES Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 to get VIP early access to my new course. 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

Lori and I are joined by the legendary entrepreneur, speaker, and performance coach Ed Mylett to talk about his latest book, The Power of One More, and so much more. We discuss overcoming limiting beliefs from his unstable childhood, rethinking the 24-hour day, and his top tips for staying present and enjoying the downtime when you're addicted to achieving like we are. He breaks down his strategy of 'one more' that's helped transform his relationship with pain and achieve so much success. We also get into the impact that intention and faith have on his life, plus what readers can expect to learn from his new book. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The surprising role that money plays in your happiness A simple but effective way that Ed has transformed the standards that he holds himself to The genius time management strategy that Ed teaches to the elite performers that he works with The unexpected difference between successful and unsuccessful people How Ed is finding more equanimity and peace in his life What the Reticular Activating System is and how you can change your reality by harnessing it Why it's important for people to show up for their purpose and chase the next evolution of themselves The power of taking a step based on intention RESOURCES I'm giving away a free copy of Ed's book to the first 50 people who tag @edmylett, @loriharder, and @chriswharder on Instagram and share one of their takeaways or one of their breakthroughs from this episode! Text BULLETPROOF to 310-421-0416 to get early VIP access to my new course. Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. CONNECT WITH ED Follow Ed: @edmylett Buy Ed's new book: The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success Visit Ed's website: edmylett.com Listen to The Ed Mylett Show 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 ABOUT ED Ed Mylett is a globally recognized entrepreneur, performance coach, and speaker. He got his start in the financial services industry, achieving incredible success that eventually earned him a spot on the Forbes 50 Wealthiest Under 50 List. Since then, he has spearheaded a range of ventures, spanning technology, real estate, health, food/nutrition and more . Ed is the best-selling author of #MaxOut Your Life, and new book The Power of One More (Wiley, 6/1/2022). He has grown his online audience to more than 3 million followers in just four years. His weekly podcast, The Ed Mylett Show, features such diverse thought leaders and peak performers as: Megyn Kelly, Barbara Corcoran, Martin Luther King III, David Goggins, Vivica A. Fox, Tony Robbins, James Clear, Kurt Warner, and Jaime Kern Lima. Ed also regularly inspires audiences ranging from small gatherings to mega-venues of 50,000+ attendees, and online audiences in the hundreds of thousands.