The Chris Harder Show

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What opportunity cost is How short-term decisions rob you of long-term success How to make better decisions Resources: Text "ELITE" to 310-421-0416 to learn about my elite mastermind chrisharder.me/mastermind Show Notes: Let's talk about opportunity cost. Whether you are familiar with the term or not, most people forget to consider it when making financial decisions. And opportunity cost, when not considered, is silently sapping away at your financial future. The next time you go to make a decision, think about: what will I miss out on in the future by making this decision now? What will I gain in the future if I make this choice? Your financial future depends on you playing the long game. Don't box yourself into a corner for some immediate benefit. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The downside of being attached to permanency Asking "What's the worst that could happen?" Changing direction when you're going the wrong way Resources: Visit fastfoundations.com or text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to learn more about our mastermind program Show Notes: One thing that's holding you back is an attachment to permanency. Believing that you're supposed to find a great job and stay with that company forever, or you find a partner and stay with them forever, or you plant roots and stay in the same city forever. When you're not attached to permanency, you're allowed to dabble, to experiment, to try new things and see if they are right for you. And it's only through that experimentation that you find what works best for you. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Teaching from theory or experience Not knowing what you don't know Finding great mentors The challenges female entrepreneurs face The importance of being unapologetic about your success Why generosity is essential for success Resources: candyvalentino.com foundersorganization.com - use code "HARDER" to get $1,000 off your ticket Show Notes: Candy Valentino is incredible. After helping to run 62 charity events for other organizations, she is putting on her own event that is going to be absolutely transformative for entrepreneurs out there. We talk about finding the right mentors, learning from others instead of from your own failure, and the importance of generosity in entrepreneurship. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The problem with most financial advice Growth mindset vs. reduction mindset Building a dream life Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get a free daily money mantra Show Notes: It seems like everyone has some financial advice they throw out whenever they get the opportunity. The problem is that most of it is generic and, honestly, terrible. The kind of advice that makes you not want to think about finances at all. Enough is enough! I'm going to share the problem with these generic pieces of advice and explain why they don't work for most people. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why people feel a lack of abundance Where to look when you need to feel more abundant How to shift your mindset into abundance Resources: Visit chrisharder.me/mastermind to apply for our elite mastermind group Show Notes: Some people hate talking about money… but they still wish they had more. Here's a secret nobody tells you: making more money won't actually make you feel more abundant. That feeling can exist at any financial level. It's just a mindset. We're going to share our top tips for crushing scarcity, and moving into abundance. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why we feel entrepreneur shame The reason misguided people use entrepreneur shaming Lifting up the people next to you Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get on the early-access VIP list to our Fast Foundations mastermind group Show Notes: In our entry-level mastermind group, Fast Foundations, we bring on incredible guest speakers who've accomplished amazing things in order to help entrepreneurs who are still in the early stages of their journey. In my last group, one of the participants asked the guest – who has over half a billion dollars in exits – how to know if you're a real entrepreneur? And it turns out this feeling of shame over your business was something many people in the group felt. I'm going to break down entrepreneurial shame and why we can't stand for it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram, and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What the lifestyle trap is What happens when we fall into it Two reasons why people keep falling The benefits of outsmarting the trap Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to join our VIP access list for our Fast Foundations Sprint to 2022 Show Notes: How do you retain and manage the money you have right now without falling into the lifestyle trap? I see it all the time: the minute somebody's business hits some momentum or they hit a certain milestone, they start looking at your peers who are making the amount they just built up to, and they start comparing your lifestyle to those peers. They think that because someone else in the same income bracket as them can afford those things, they should be able to as well. But there's a reason I call it a trap, and I'm going to share why with you. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Creating Lite Pink style guides A framework for making decisions Checking your energy Being OK with the worst case scenario Tapping into your support system Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get on our VIP access list to join the Fast Foundations Mastermind. Get your free drink guides at litepink.com Show Notes: Making big, disruptive decisions in life can be hard. We've been making some massively big decisions in our life over the past few years, and we've developed a rhythm to making them and vetting whether they feel right. Whether it's a decision to move, start a business, sell a home, or any other big life choice, we run them through a three-step process to make sure it's the right move for us. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The number one fear entrepreneurs face How that fear holds you back The dangers of playing defense Resources: Visit chrisharder.me/mastermind to apply for my Elite Entrepreneurship Mastermind Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get on the VIP list for my Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes: During my Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind where I brought together multiple high-level entrepreneurs to collaborate and learn together, I kept hearing participants and guests alike talk about their biggest fear: losing it all. This is a natural fear, but the problem with feeling like you might lose everything is that it switches you from playing offense to playing defense – and being forced to play defense takes away the edge that got you where you are today. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why you're more abundant than you realize The advantage of being early in your journey Leveraging what you have to trade abundance Finding the perfect balance Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get VIP access to our Fast Foundations Sprint to 2022 Mastermind Show Notes: When you think of abundance, the first thing most people think of is money. It seems obvious, but there are so many other areas of your life where abundance can be found – ones that you probably have but haven't taken inventory of. When you don't feel abundant, it's because you're focused on all of the things you don't have instead of what you do. When you're able to take stock of the abundance you have, that's how you create real balanced wealth. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Taking advantage of your situation Living without compromise The power of manifestation The power of rituals and boundaries Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to join the early access VIP list for our Fast Foundations Sprint to 2022 Mastermind! Show Notes: As we've been traveling, we've been listening to a ton of podcasts that are reeducating and inspiring us to do our best work. Again and again, we are having these reminders of lessons that are imperative to our success. There are so many things you can learn from plugging in and listening to things that inspire and motivate you. You are more powerful than you realize, it just takes finding something to spark that memory and then taking the action to prove it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The art of doing less and making more The trap of doing more Spreading yourself thin Burning out your audience Finding more freedom with less effort Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get on our VIP list for our Fast Foundations Sprint to 2022 Mastermind Show Notes: Reaching high levels of success requires massive amounts of work, and that work should come with some serious benefits as well: freedom, fun, and life experiences. But if you're not careful, you can get so caught up in the work that you miss out on all of that. I'm going to share a framework to help you do more of what lights you up while getting things done – and it all starts with leaning more into less. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The most shame I've ever felt about my finances Why shame can lead to a comeback Using shame as fuel Realizing we never know others' stories Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get a free daily money mantra Show Notes: You know that I believe you should be unapologetic about your pursuit of wealth. And yet, one thing I know many people deal with on a regular basis is financial shame. You should have no shame in your financial game, no matter what position you're in – whether you're at rock bottom, on the ascent, or if you're sitting at the top. I'm going to share three reasons for that with you today. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Setting up 2022 for success Prioritizing the little things Finding your core values and working backwards Finding the financial sweet spot Getting eyes on your business Resources: litepink.com/drink Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get access to our early access VIP list for our Fast Foundations mastermind Show Notes: 2022 seems like it's just around the corner. You've still got time to prepare, but if you're not thinking about it, it'll be here before you know it. This is the sweet spot where you can make sure that you have everything lined up to make 2022 the best year of your life. We always take the time to plot out where we want to go next year so that we can hit the ground running (instead of playing catch up), and we're sharing the strategies we're using for ourselves and our businesses so you can set your 2022 up for success. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The dangers of overwhelm The pros of power hours Knowing your numbers Living on a schedule Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to find out about our Fast Foundations Sprint to 2022 first and get a discount Show Notes: Everyone gets overwhelmed at times. I'm feeling it right now. When you are ambitious in your businesses and your goals, it can be hard to find time to slow down. Entrepreneurship comes with both blessings and curses. Yes, you get to make your own schedule – but nobody's going to cover your work while you're gone either. Overwhelm is inevitable, but I'm going to share three ways you can overcome it and get yourself back on track. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The analogy I've been using lately Why it's never too late to turn around Putting yourself back on the right track Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get my free daily money mantra Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get the details on my Fast Foundations Sprint to 2022 Show Notes: There's an analogy I've found myself using a lot lately: just because you've gone the wrong way down the road for the past hour, it doesn't mean you have to keep going. What do I mean by that? It means that we can make mistakes on our financial journey, but as soon as we acknowledge them for what they are, we still have time to course correct. We don't have to commit to that path. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why flexibility matters Where flexibility helped us Where being rigid hurt us How to be more flexible in life Resources: Visit chrisharder.me/mastermind to apply for our elite mastermind group Show Notes: Flexibility creates opportunity. When good things pop up in life, you will only be able to say "yes" if you've been intentional about building flexibility into your life. And a lack of flexibility is only going to cost you opportunities. We're going to show some examples of both in our life – as well as how you can build more flexibility into your own. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Building your list when you can't sell How to sign people up What kind of freebies to offer Resources: Text "FAST" to 310-421-0416 to get first access and an early bird discount to my new Fast Foundations mastermind group litepink.com/drink Show Notes: The whole world has been disrupted lately, and that's been putting a lot of business plans on hold. But even if you're waiting for inventory, even if you can't sell your product, there's still so much you can be doing in your business in the meantime. So don't sit around waiting for something to happen. I'm going to share what you need to be doing in your business – even when you can't launch or sell. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why you are on your way to becoming a billionaire The stats that prove it What you need to do to close the gap Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get my free daily money mantra Show Notes: It may not seem like it, but you are closer to being a millionaire than you think. When you look at the numbers, being a millionaire or billionaire is nearly impossible, but I'm going to share with you the stats that prove that you can achieve whatever money goals you may have. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The importance of being present Choosing to focus on the positive Recognizing silver linings Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get my daily money mantra Show Notes: Sometimes you have days that, from the outside in, seem terrible, but, internally, we have the power to turn those days around. Our brains are wired to focus on the negative, but we can put our lives into perspective with one simple trick: acknowledge that this is life, and this may be as good as it gets. So buckle up and enjoy the moment. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Three stories about the benefits of money Giving generously Reacting to disaster quickly Celebrating abundantly Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get my daily money mantra Show Notes: I like to talk about money with the aim of educating and inspiring you. Today, I'm sharing three stories from my life that illustrate how extra money can come in handy. They'll inspire you to raise your standards and shoot for something higher. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The role our nutrition plays in our mental cognition Getting a brand off the ground Finding celebrity investors Developing strategic relationships Focusing on your personal life as well as your business Sticking with your successful habits Resources: getmindright.com Instagram: @get_mindright Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get my daily money mantra Show Notes: Chris Bernard – but you can call him Bernie – is the founder of Mindright Superfoods. He's managed to get loads of celebrity investors to buy into his business and his passion, and he is crushing it when it comes to building brands and bringing products to life. We're going to do a deep dive into what it takes and what it might cost to get a product off the ground. More importantly, he's going to teach you how to do what he did – land celebrity investors – to launch your business like a rocket. And, of course, he's going to share how he manages to balance a happy family life alongside all the hustle. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The four things that impact your finances How fitness relates to your financial goals Staying mentally fit Maintaining the right relationships Tightening up your schedule Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get my daily money mantra Show Notes: I've shared plenty of advice about pure financial strategy – investing, earning money, creating sales, crushing debt – but there are some seemingly unrelated moves you can make to tighten things up that will have a massive impact on your financial fitness. I'm going to share four areas that you need to work on that won't seem obvious to you, but have big long-term and short-term effects. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Creating a magic morning routine Changing your state Choosing different thoughts Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get a free daily money mantra Show Notes: Nothing gets you excited for the day and the future like a fantastic morning routine. We set the intention to come up with new ideas every day and turn our morning runs into a meditation – and it worked like a charm. Starting the day off right raises your energy and leaves you feeling great. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: When your purpose starts calling to you Making your community feel seen Building a team and seeking support Showing up through adversity Returning to in-person events Resources: powerhousewomenevent.com powerhousewomen.co powerhousegirlgang.com Instagram: @llindseyschwartz Instagram: @powerhouse_women Show Notes: Lindsey Schwartz is a badass, successful entrepreneur, and she's passionate about helping everyone – especially women – find success as well. One of the cornerstones of her success is the Powerhouse Women event: a community-based, live convention meant to connect female entrepreneurs who are ready to level up their businesses and their lives. We're going to do a deep dive into hosting live events, discuss whether or not the world is ready for live gatherings again, and what the future of hosting events looks like. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Our criteria for investing in startups Getting massive payouts Building passive income through dividends Investing to build relationships Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get a daily money affirmation 383. How to Invest in Startups Show Notes: Investing in startups is one of my favorite places to put (and make) money. I've talked before about the criteria for investing in startups, but today I want to share three reasons why you should consider investing today. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why being nimble is a superpower How being nimble reduces risk Having conversations with your partner Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: One superpower that has always served us well over our lifetimes is being nimble. It's led to windfalls, business success, healthy relationships, and more. When you see someone who, from the outside, appears to always be winning, what you're really seeing is someone who's not afraid to adapt when their idea is failing. Find out why it's such a blessing and how you can take advantage of it.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Believing you can solve your tech problems The tech problems that are sabotaging your business Using data metrics to your advantage How to take advantage of search engine optimization What to invest in first Donating your skills to a cause Resources: causehack.com fourwestdigital.com Instagram: @causehacker Text 310-496-3389 to talk with someone from CauseHack Show Notes: Jim Carter III is, at his core, a tech guy. But he's so much more than that: he's a true entrepreneur who understands the entrepreneurial journey, and he uses technology to aid himself and others in that journey. There are some simple things on the tech side that every entrepreneur can do to help propel your business forward instead of letting technology sabotage you. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why it's important to stay excited about money Going on "Dream Dates" Listening to success stories Surrounding yourself with nice things Staying generous consistently Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: When you talk unapologetically about money, you attract more of it in your life. However, the reality is that feeling comfortable – even excited – when talking about money is practice. I'm going to share four things that Lori and I do to stay really excited about money in order to attract as much abundance as possible. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Getting comfortable asking for help When some asks require following up Developing your asking muscle Getting your elevator pitch down Asking for connections Building a network Resources: Apply for one-on-one coaching at chrisharder.me/coaching. Show Notes: Why is it so hard to ask for help? This is a weakness for many people – and there's so many reasons why that may be. A major part is the fear of bugging people. There's a difference between knowing how to ask for help and making it feel burdensome. It requires approaching that ask with a certain energy. We're going to look at how you can do it without putting the pressure on. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why we have an obligation to overcome our limitations What Travis learned in jail Being a mentor and an inspiration Believing in yourself Working with the best of the best Staying ahead of what works Making your personal brand Resources: travisbelieves.com innerlightsocial.com Instagram: @travisbelieves Instagram: @innerlightmedia Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: Travis Blakely (better known as Travis Believes) is the perfect example of generosity and prosperity coexisting. He's spent his entire career helping other people shine. He's the founder of InnerLight Media, an A-lister social media marketing company that helps people find their unique message and get it out there to make it go viral. We talk about what social media you should be on, what the future of marketing looks like, and his own inspiring story. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Worrying about spending your money How money is infinite Doing what you love Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: We advocate for doing what you love, working hard, and being rewarded for it. And today, we're going to talk about that last part: the reward. Too often we get focused on the work – the hustle, that we forget what we're working for – and, not only that, but we forget to indulge in that reward. You have to remember that time is short, but money is infinite. You can always make more money, but you can't get your time back. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why speeding up the sales process won't work Building a nurturing sequence Creating a manual exchange Resources: Join our Fastermind by texting the word "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 Show Notes: Let's talk about something that's going to help you make more sales. If you own (or aspire to own) a business, if you want to make more money, if you sell anything (and even if you have a job), this advice is for you. The number one problem we're seeing people run into in their business is missed launch goals, missed sales goals, or just a complete lack of sales altogether. When we dissect each of these scenarios with our coaching clients, what we're seeing is this: people are rushing the process. They don't spend time developing relationships with their audience. There are two ways you can nurture your audience and slow down your process to turn each "no" into a "yes". Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Doing things you don't want to The compounding effect of small things How compound interest works Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: A few small things, when done consistently, can build up into massive results. When you start your day off by accomplishing one small goal that you weren't planning on doing, it compounds into feeling better and performing better for the rest of the day, which starts tomorrow off better, which leads to a better week, and so on. It is no different from the effects of compounding interest. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Looking for opportunity everywhere Making referrals Offering your skillset from your home How anyone can do affiliate marketing Resources: chrisharder.me/strategy Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: If you want to attract more money and more opportunity, you have to operate with the belief that money can be found anywhere. This belief has saved me in my own life many times. When you hold this belief, it ends up reinforcing itself over and over in your life. I'm going to share three ways that we have unexpectedly made money in order to inspire you to believe and see that money is everywhere if you just start looking for it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What fear of success looks like Losing friends due to success What holds us back from success Modeling success for others Resources: Visit squeezemassage.com/earn to learn about Squeeze's franchise opportunities Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: Some of you reading this are being held back by something you don't even know about. It's deeply rooted in your subconscious and it's stopping you from achieving what you want in life. It might sound funny at first, but that thing is a hidden fear of success, itself. It's a very real fear that many people experience, but how do you squash it when you might not even be aware that it exists? Here are some effective ways to unpack that fear to keep moving forward. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The problem with high expectations Being OK with doing less The law of diminishing returns Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: I have high expectations of myself. I expect to be full of energy all the time, to be happy by default, and dreaming big every day. And, honestly, most of the time I meet those expectations, but the problem with having such high expectations is that we can't meet them every single day – it's literally not possible. And when we don't, we beat ourselves up. How do we reconcile trying to be at our best all the time while giving ourselves valid permission to run on different wavelengths when needed? In this episode, I discuss the delicate balance. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How our childhood affects our views of money Building up financial restraint Two surprising tips for freeing up money Why money problems are often a symptom of life problems Money tips for couples Reframing money fear as a gift The four childhood money classrooms Moving from selfish to selfless Resources: rachelcruze.com Read: Know Yourself, Know Your Money Twitter: @RachelCruze Instagram: @RachelCruze Facebook: facebook.com/rachelramseycruze YouTube: youtube.com/c/rachelcruze Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: Growing up as the daughter of the famous financial guru Dave Ramsey, Rachel Cruze hated budgeting. That is, until she discovered the freedom that budgeting provided when she started doing it for herself. Now she uses everything that she's learned growing up to share fun, practical ways to take control of your money and create a life you love. She talks about her upbringing in a family that's famous for providing financial advice and the pressures that come along with that, the four childhood classrooms that shape your view of money, tips for couples to avoid fighting over finance, and how to take that first step toward budgetary recovery when you can't even bear to look at your finances. This is going to be a life-changer. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Using your network as a shortcut Tapping into your network Auditing your network The truths about your network Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Show Notes: All of the answers you are seeking in your business are likely already present in your network. Your network is one of the simplest and most powerful things you can tap into – and you're not getting enough out of it. You're closer to your dreams than you think, but in order to get there you have to become an unapologetic asker. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Living your dream life Building a container for your life Protecting your dream life Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get a positive message around money or business every morning. Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: Living a life of generosity and prosperity requires being generous to yourself as well as others. Many people are sacrificing way too much of their life in order to defer to some dream life down the road. I'm going to tell you exactly how to build – and how to protect – your dream life. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Defining success The four riches that contribute to success Mathematically measuring success Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to get a positive message around money or business every morning. Show Notes: How do you measure success? First, let's acknowledge something important: there is a massive difference between being rich and being successful. "Successful" is a very subjective and polarizing term. To some people, being healthy and happy and having a loving family is the definition of success. But someone else might disagree. That may not be enough – or even a part of – success to them. The word means something different to everyone, but regardless of how you define it, success is one thing we all want. To know the difference between wealthy and successful, it's important to understand the four riches. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Making yourself a priority Planning for interruptions and making yourself show up The importance of switching up your energy Opening your eyes to a big dream Resources: Text "DAILY" to 310-421-0416 to receive a daily money mantra for free Go to squeezemassage.com/happy to learn more about their franchise opportunities Text "PODCAST" to 310-496-8363 to get your questions answered on our Q&A segment or get coached on the show! Show Notes: This year, we built what we knew we were going to need as a couple. Both of us are diving into new businesses, and we knew that if we didn't make ourselves a priority, we would end up on the backburner. So we set up a couples' mastermind where we went on dream date trips and we started tracking what matters most to us. These simple things have made such a difference, and that most recent trip completely shifted our energy. We're going to talk about the importance of switching up your energy regularly and how you can do it easily. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The importance of sharing your dream Getting support from others How to accelerate your dreams Resources: Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Follow Charlie Rocket on Instagram: @charlie Show Notes: I know you have big, audacious dreams. That's why you're here. But the missing piece is: how do you make those dreams happen – and fast? I see it happen all the time, and I'm going to share what I know about making those dreams come true in record time. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Staying inspired to earn Building teams Keeping your hard-earned money Flexing your giving muscle Building scalable, passive income Taking advantage of this economy Resources: Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: Something I've learned is that it's impossible to spend a week in a house with other high-performing couples without coming home with opportunity on the brain. I recently did just that and, even though you weren't there in that house with me, I want to share some of the lessons I learned and places where I plan to take action, so that you can join me in growing. From strategic discussions at dinner to spontaneous, late night conversations, I'm going to share the top six things I learned. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why some people are motivated and others aren't Understanding how to manage your discipline Using gratitude to motivate yourself Making the choice to make your day better Resources: Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: How do you manage your motivation? Even as naturally motivated people, we still have days where we wake up feeling no motivation to build a business, work out, or do anything. Even if you're not naturally motivated, that doesn't mean you won't see success – and just because you don't wake up motivated doesn't mean there aren't ways to turn things around. Whoever you are, own it, and implement the tools we're going to share with you to manufacture motivation whenever you need it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How close most people are to homelessness Understanding what the homeless go through Giving grace to everyone Making your corner of the world better How to care Having a sympathetic reset Resources: lunchonme.org larayia.com larayiasbodega.com/collections/all Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: Both prosperity and generosity must coexist. LaRayia Gaston is proof positive of that. She founded the nonprofit, Lunch On Me, to enrich the mind, body, and spirit of the homeless community and, of course, make sure they are fed. LaRayia even spent 43 days living in Skid Row voluntarily so that she could see and understand what actually happens there. What she saw shook her. This episode is going to pull on your heartstrings and inspire you to take action to grow your business so that you have even more opportunities to make a difference. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Asking yourself better questions Manufacturing pain points Thinking an hour ahead Becoming addicted to convenience Reframing difficult situations Resources: Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: Questions can be a powerful tool for leveling up in every aspect of your life. As they say: "Ask better questions, get better answers." We're going to talk about one question we each use as a tool in order to better our lives and our businesses. If you ask yourself these two questions purposefully and intentionally, you will make exponentially better decisions and see a wider set of opportunities. These two questions can change your life. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why monotony is essential to your business How to make sure you don't go crazy Viewing business like a relationship How to break through the monotony Resources: Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: Monotony kills, but at the same time, it is the lifeblood of your business. It can be frustrating and boring, but it is absolutely essential to your bottom line. You can't have a long-term, successful business without some monotony, so embrace it. Just because you have to keep up the basics over and over again doesn't mean you have to be miserable while you do it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Finding your hourly value Creatively scaling Breaking down my Fast Foundations pricing Resources: Text "FASTER" to 310-421-0416 to join my new "Fastermind" Show Notes: There's a balance you must strike between desiring and deserving more money and making sure that you're charging your customers exactly what you should for the value they are getting. Charging what you're worth doesn't always mean raising your prices. In fact, doing that risks pricing yourself out of reach from your own audience. There's a better way to do it and I'm going to show you how. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Honoring the season you are in Asking for what you need Communicating long term goals Finding people in the same season Resources: Visit squeezemassage.com/earn to learn more about franchising opportunities Show Notes: What do you do when you and someone close to you are in two different seasons? Eventually, you're going to find yourself working closely with someone who's in a different mode of life than you, but you've got to learn how to make the most of it. It can actually lead to great things, so follow these tips and you can accelerate your season, creating a win-win situation for everyone. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out chrisharder.me.