The Chris Harder Show

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What it means to deserve Questions to ask yourself How to serve fully Resources: Text BUNDLE to 310-421-0416 to be notified when our course bundle flash sale is available Show Notes: Do you deserve an abundant life or not? One of the things I hear the most when I sit down with people for coaching is that they don't think they deserve the things they are shooting for. And it's painful. It's going to keep you stuck in your tracks for a long time. But there's an easy way for you to get to the root of that feeling and figure out what you truly deserve. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Reframing your day Taking radical responsibility When you are at your best Resources: Text "COUPLES" to 310-421-0416 to see if you're a good fit for our small group of power couples Show Notes: Are you holding yourself back? We are often limiting our own potential in ways we don't even realize. But we're going to show you how you can identify the areas in which you are blocking yourself or preventing yourself from reaching the next level. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The opportunities available online How to stand out in the crowds Concentrating on audience acquisition Not counting on social media to sell Build a robust text marketing list Turning into a media company Getting professional help Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to ask about our income accelerator Text COACHING to 310-421-0416 to find out about my one on one coaching fourwestdigital.com/textme Show Notes: I am an optimist at heart, but even I have to say right now: If you're expecting 2021 to be easier than 2020, you are likely wrong. An insane volume of people are shifting their businesses online, and it's going to be so crowded that 90% of businesses will struggle to be seen while the other 10% rake in 90% of the riches. And I'm going to share with you how you can make sure you're part of that 10%. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Creating tastes of financial independence Imagining what a financially free day will look like to you Figuring out your financially free budget The things that are free Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: Let's talk about experiencing true financial independence—and it's easier than you think. You need to surround yourself in the feelings and the experience of being financially independent. When we were starting over, my desire for an extraordinary lifestyle did not go away. Once you get the taste and you remind yourself of why you want a certain lifestyle, it becomes that much easier to remember why you're working so hard. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Celebrating the wins The difference between stress and pressure How to turn pressure into success How we manufacture stress Reframing pressure into momentum Resources: Text "COUPLES" to 310-421-0416 to see if you're a good fit for our small group of power couples Show Notes: There is a huge difference between pressure and stress, but most people lump them together. One of them you should appreciate having, one of them you should avoid creating. One is going to help you produce, one is going to chip away at your productivity and your health. Pressure is the force that's going to move you forward. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The difference between a solopreneur and entrepreneur How to remove yourself as a bottleneck Finding your hourly worth Surrounding yourself with good people How to make your business scalable Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to see if our income accelerating program is a good fit. Show Notes: What's the difference between a solopreneur and an entrepreneur? And is being one or the other preferable? The way I see it, one is where you start and the other is where you want to end up. An entrepreneur knows how to scale their business and how to remove themselves as a bottleneck, and I'm going to show you how to do these two things. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The strength of looking ahead Creating a vision for the future Not looking back Having a backup plan Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to ask about our Income Accelerator program Show Notes: There's one trait of mine that has been a huge contributor to my success: I am always forward-looking. This can easily become one of your traits, too. If you can keep looking ahead and creating a vision for the future, anything is possible. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The challenges most couples face Not sacrificing your relationship for your businesses Working with high-performance couples Having mandatory dates Building growth experiences into your dates Resources: Text "COUPLES" to 310-421-0416 to see if you're a good fit for our small group of power couples Text "2021" to 310-421-0416 to learn more about our hands-on income accelerator Show Notes: Let's talk about the most important container we've built for our lives and our relationship, as well as the specific reasons we built it. We are both going big in our businesses, and we are building a container to make sure that we are never sacrificing the growth of our relationships at the expense of the growth of our businesses. We are creating that container now and we'll teach you how to as well. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Accepting your false beliefs Putting in the reps The three things you need to become good at money An exercise to convince yourself that you can be good with money Getting a coach Practicing money Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to find out if our income accelerator program is right for you. thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: Do you believe that you're not good with money, or that you or your family have always struggled with money? Let's destroy some of your destructive money beliefs once and for all. I have some analogies, some resources, and an exercise you can use to change your life. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Experiencing the highs and lows Being a match to what you want Finding silver linings in the lows Taking accountability for the outcome of your life Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to see if our mastermind is the right fit for you Show Notes: You're going to experience highs and lows every single day. If you're doing things right, they are always going to coexist at the same time. You can't get addicted to one or the other because they will always be there. It's really easy to get addicted to the highs or put too much emphasis and importance on the lows, but in order to sustain yourself, you need to find balance. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Not waiting for someone to save you Creating your own reality Knowing the rules of the game The issues that matter Being your own hero Voting with your dollars Resources: fortheloveofmoney/free Show Notes: Look out, things are going to get political. I'm weighing in with my thoughts on the upcoming election, and those thoughts might make some people unhappy. But while we all wait for the results of the upcoming election, it's important to remember that no one else has more power over your life than you. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Selling affiliate products Refinancing debt Cleaning out your unused items Amending your tax returns Starting a side hustle Resources: fortheloveofmoney/free Show Notes: 2020 has been rough for a lot of you, and you could probably use a little extra money right now. I'm going to give you five very intentional ways to find or create extra money. If you're struggling, the one-two punch of finding that extra breathing room and then doing something smart with it is going to get you into a much better spot. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Focusing on the short term and the long term Doing it for yourself first Being consistent Knowing yourself Finding what you can do consistently Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to see if our mastermind is the right fit for you Show Notes: After Lori has hit 600 episodes and 25 million downloads on her podcast, Earn Your Happy, she and I unbox the lessons she's learned since starting that have kept her motivated and led to major wins all around starting the podcast. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What happens when you challenge your thoughts Making drastic changes Adapting to the way the world has changed Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to accelerate your income in 2021 Show Notes: Today we're going to challenge everything so that you can live the best life you will ever live. Trust me, it's possible. The best life you will ever live is the life that you are willing to reassess. The world is constantly changing, and the best way to live your best life is by changing right along with it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What rich people know that others don't Being able to capitalize on opportunities Knowing how to find money Resources: Text 2021 to 310-421-0416 to see if our mastermind opportunity is a fit for you Show Notes: Let's talk about one of the biggest differences between the rich and wealthy, and everyone else. There are many different reasons why some people are wealthy or not: How they invest, how they think, how much they expect to earn, how many income sources they have, their long term vision, and more. But this one reason is the biggest variable responsible for making rich people rich, and that is that rich people know the money is always there, even when it's not. Let's break down what that means and how you can shift your mindset in that direction. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why Lite Pink is only using female investors How investing can make you big money Believing in your own dreams Educating others on investing Resources: instagram.com/drinklitepink Show Notes: While raising capital for Lite Pink, Lori has made it a priority to only raise money with women investors. It's so important to create the space for women to invest in other women, to learn about investing and participating in each others' businesses. And it's important that when you are building your business you stay true to your values and build it the right way instead of the fast way. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Controlling the first thoughts of your day Monitoring your propaganda intake Unfollowing people who aren't helpful to you Collaborating with others Being open to new ideas Putting in daily movement Keeping a positive perspective Giving yourself credit Staying consistent The level of financial abundance you will tolerate Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/coaching Show Notes: We've been totally thrown off our routine this year, but there are still some very simple things that we can still control that have a positive effect every single day. These 10 things that we can all learn to control better will make a massive difference in your life, your business, and your financial situation. Make sure you are getting yourself on the right track to crush 2021. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why you need to stop trading easy money for big money Not falling into the comparison trap How ego is your greatest enemy Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free litepink.com Show Notes: Finances can be tricky. At some point in your life you have probably fallen victim to at least one of the three most common financial traps. In fact, both Lori and I have found ourselves falling into all three of these at some point in our lives. My goal is to share them with you so that you can learn to recognize them as traps and avoid them. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Being productive in the right way Prioritizing what moves you forward Living and dying by your calendar Doing the things that give you energy Delegating effectively Saying "no" more often Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: We always get questions about how we get so much done. Right now, we're traveling on the road and we're still showing up for business, for podcasts, for masterminds. Don't get stuck comparing yourselves to us, though—we still fall short of our to-do lists and our goals for the day. But we still manage to do the most important things every day, and that's the key. We're going to outline what we do to make sure we're getting the right things done to move our businesses and our lives forward. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How many podcast listeners there are out there Why podcasting can benefit your business Owning your audience There is no better sponsor than yourself. The difficulty of podcasting Resources: Text "2021" to 310-421-0416 Show Notes: Have you wondered if you should start your own podcast? I get this question a lot, so I'm going to go over how you can decide if starting a podcast is the right move for you, why a podcast might be important to have, and why it can be a detriment to your business if you aren't committed. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The unexpected ways we're saving money How to identify the areas you're saving in Taking those lessons forward Growing your money Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: We've all been struggling with quarantine to varying degrees, but I'd like to put a spin on this: Imagine how much money quarantine has saved you. That's right. Whether accidental or on purpose, we've all had to cut back on things we once used to spend money on. We're going to share how you can identify the savings you've made, or how to find more savings opportunities in 2020. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Surrendering perfection Being adaptable Asking better questions Being patient and accepting Resources: instagram.com/drinklitepink Show Notes: When you pack everything up to live on the road for a month, there's a few things you quickly learn about yourself and the world. We're visiting friends, doing some business, and seeing some friends. We're going to share the lessons that we've learned while on the road and how they're helping us in business and life. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Being on multiple platforms Creating consistent content Efficiently creating more content Why making more media is essential Resources: thetruthaboutmoney.com Show Notes: If you're building any kind of business, whether it's an online business, brick and mortar, marketing business, coaching business, or anything else, this one technique that I am going to share is a must-have for this year and the next. Whatever you are selling, no matter what it is, you must start thinking of yourself—and becoming—a media company. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How I lost $125k in three weeks Why I chose to make those losses How choosing to lose money can be empowering How settling for less will lower your abundance Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: I'm going to tell you the story of my personal money mindset and how I purposefully chose to lose $125k in three weeks. When you have the right mindset around money and you understand the consequences of your actions, you get to make the decisions that are right for you. If you get these three things right about your money mindset, you will be absolutely set. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Accepting flaws Taking time daily to put out the smoke Deciding to support each other Shortening the pain of arguments Being aware of your environment Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: We have managed to survive 15 years of marriage. We wanted to share our highs and lows, our ups and downs, our goals and accomplishments, and everything else couples go through together. We're going to share our actionable, tangible reasons that we've used to manage to stay together and thrive together as a couple. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Looking at the founder Being disruptive without reinventing a market Looking at the path to exit Moving the needle with your skillset Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: Let's talk about investing, but not just any investing: investing in startups. We've invested in startups in the past, and when they pan out, it's been a great way to grow our net worth. I have four criteria I use to choose whether to invest in a company or not. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Releasing expectations of how things will be or look Asking how, not why Picking the best worst option Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: I know that 2020 has rocked most of our financial situations. In this episode, I'm going to share the 3 moves that we've made to save our year. After everything that happened to our family this year, we've still had an extraordinary year. We're still doing fantastic mentally, physically, and financially—all because of these 3 moves. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How to not settle Communicating your expectations effectively Moving fast on your goals Resources: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: We're all about enhancing both your business AND your life, so today we have three tips that you can apply that will help with both. If you can master these three things, you will be able to crush it in both your business and your personal life. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How our last launch was so successful Building hype and scarcity The power of text message platforms The exact formula we used Resources: fourwestdigital.com/textme Show Notes: Let's talk about your next product launch. Whether it's a course, a membership, or any other type of digital product, I have a method that will be like rocket fuel for your business. The launch we crafted for our last product allowed us to make $324k in a day. Don't get lost in the number too much, because it will depend on the size and quality of your audience, but the fundamentals of what I'm about to teach you remain the same. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Playing offense instead of defense Our money mistakes that paid us back How each good decision outweighs many bad ones Resources: fastfoundations.com Text FAST to 310-421-0416 and we'll see if you're a good fit Show Notes: Wasting money in business is a prerequisite for success. It is inevitable. It never feels good when it happens, but it is going to happen and you're going to have to get used to it. Every time you lose some money, you're going to learn lessons that are well worth the cost of admission. Fear of losing money is the biggest thing holding entrepreneurs back, and so today we're going to get over that fear and get you excited to lose some money. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Being excited for the problem you are solving Starting a business with scaling in mind Doing your research Resources: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: The number one question we get from the hundreds of entrepreneurs we have coached over the past several years is "How do I know if my idea would make a good business?". You can have a ton of good ideas—and they could all be equally good—but you can only ever chase one at a time. You have to invest into one so far and so deep that it has enough momentum to run on its own so you can invest the momentum, the income, and the lessons learned from that into the second idea. We've developed a framework for evaluating your ideas to find out which is the right fit before you dedicate your all to it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Accepting who you are Being both raw and vulnerable while staying committed The common threads between high performers His relationship with Alli Webb The secret to driven people having a successful relationship Lessons of wealth to pass on to your children Resources: frustratedfounder.com @adekoehler fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: Adrian Koehler is a friend of mine and a leadership engagement expert—meaning he coaches big-time executives and entrepreneurs in the art and science of leadership—and he is a master at it. He has a background in philanthropy, ministry, activism, and medicine. He's been in so many situations that he finds comfort in difficult conversations. You're going to love his story of how he turned the spotlight on himself and underwent a massive transformation and face facts when he wasn't being real with the people in his life. And we do a deep dive on how high-performing business couples face their own set of challenges. Question Highlights: What was the moment when you accepted who you are? Where is the fine line between oversharing and being authentically vulnerable? What is the common thread behind the high performers that makes them great and what holds them back? What is your dynamic like with your wife when you're both such high performers? What's the secret to highly-driven personalities making a relationship great? How do you want your kids growing up to view money and success? Guest Bio: Adrian Koehler is a leadership engagement expert and senior partner at the executive coaching firm, Take New Ground. He coaches executives and entrepreneurs in the art and science of leadership for themselves, their teams, and clients to create new, unprecedented results and experience fulfillment in their work. He is the Founder and Senior Partner at Take New Ground, a leadership coaching, training and consulting firm based in Los Angeles. TNG partners with select executives and organizations to get the results they want by creating the culture they need. He is the co-host of two engaging podcasts: Raising The Bar with Drybar Founder Alli Webb and The Naked Leadership Podcast with TNG Sr Partner Dan Tocchini. Drawing on his background in philanthropy, ministry, activism, and medicine, Adrian thrives in the extreme environments and finds comfort in difficult conversations—in fact, his passion for human performance has taken him around the globe, serving people in times of crisis, transformation, and stalemates. Over the last decade, Adrian has trained and developed leaders at NIKE, Virgin Hyperloop One, Jeni's Ice Cream, Herschel Supply Co., Oprah Winfrey Network, Gavin DeBecker & Associates, Siegel & Gale, UCLA and elsewhere. Prior to his work as an executive coach, Adrian was the founding executive director of The Cornerstone Project, a grant-giving foundation that supports positive life transformation and spiritual reconciliation for the incarcerated and those with criminal histories. Before moving to Los Angeles in 2005, Adrian worked as a pediatric intensive care specialist at Children's Memorial Hospital in Chicago. He has also served as a pastor and community organizer at Mosaic LA and founded serveLA, Mosaic's community dedicated to holistic development for the marginalized and vulnerable in Los Angeles. He received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing while playing football at Millikin University. Adrian resides in the heart of Hollywood, Los Angeles with his two children, Scout and Charli. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The way men and women think of negotiating differently Expecting to negotiate Not taking the first offer Being nice but certain Finding leverage points Knowing when to walk away Resources: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: To be successful in life and in business, you have to be a negotiation machine. The first offer you get is never the offer the other person is expecting to give. They are waiting for negotiation. In this episode, we give you the seven steps to know the art of negotiation. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why entrepreneurs avoid their numbers The common mistakes people make The four numbers you have to own Why you need to master the basics Tying your financials to your why Making the transition from a manager to an entrepreneur Why cash flow is more important than profitability Setting up a basic cash flow system Resources: iammichaelking.com/businessmoneymadesimple Instagram: @i.am.michael.king fastfoundations.com Show Notes: Michael King is a financial wizard. I know that the numbers around your business can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. Michael makes it simple, he empowers you to know your numbers. And when you're empowered, you make more money. This will be the one-stop for every entrepreneur to feel more confident around their numbers. Question Highlights: Why are so many entrepreneurs afraid to look at and learn their numbers? What are the biggest mistakes that most entrepreneurs make? Do you have any stories about people headed for disaster until you stepped in? How do you get better at understanding your numbers? What should a solopreneur's basic cash flow setup look like? How do we know how much is safe to be giving? Guest Bio: Michael is a life-long learner, a military veteran (Go Navy!), and a servant leader dedicated to helping you achieve success in business. In 2010, after serving 11 years in the US Navy, Michael ventured into the business world. He was quickly overwhelmed by all the fancy finance and accounting jargon - and it seemed like no one could explain it to him in "regular people" words. Michael made it his mission to crack the code of finance and accounting. After 10 years, an MBA, and the experience of working with over 200 businesses, Michael has dedicated himself to helping other business owners, ESPECIALLY THOSE THAT AREN'T NUMBERS PEOPLE, understand their numbers so they can make better decisions in business. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The six aspects you must nail as a business How we make people feel seen in our business Fulfilling your promise How to retain your customers Get referrals every time Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind fastfoundations.com Show Notes: What if I told you there was one move that could improve all six important aspects of your business? If you do this one thing, you will absolutely be crushing it in your business. No matter what business you are in, you must nail these six aspects: audience acquisition, closing, fulfilling, customer service, retention, and referrals. Today I'm going to teach you the one move that can boost all six of these areas, as well as how I apply it in my life and business. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How sharing your joy serves the world Finding joy in any moment The ripple effects of sharing joy Resources: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: We've had some big losses in our life recently, and it's forced us completely into reframing mode. With all that's going on we have to ask, is it okay to display love and happiness during tough times? Joy is our default, and we believe that it is of value to show others that they can operate with a default towards joy as well. We break down why you OWE it to the world to show joy when it needs it most. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How reading people is a superpower Finding your niche and serving them incredibly well Thriving during COVID-19 Offering a flexible product The importance of discipline and ambition Slowing down and grinding less Having street-level generosity Resources: petertaunton.com instagram.com/peter_taunton elevarelabs.com Show Notes: Peter Taunton is a legend in the fitness industry, founding many successful fitness chains—most notably Snap Fitness. He went the opposite direction that everyone else was trending when he set out to start that company. He's won numerous business awards, including the incredibly elusive Ernst and Young "Entrepreneur of the Year." He believes that anyone can be successful with enough passion. As a franchised business, he has a keen observation on the difference between franchisees who are crushing it and those who continue to tread water. He is also one of the most giving people I have met, and you're going to love the story of how he makes a difference every day at a street level. This story is going to inspire you to believe you can accomplish anything. Question Highlights: What is it about growing up in smaller towns that tends to grow successful people? What are the disadvantages of growing up in the midwest? What does your superpower of reading people have to do with your success? How does one thrive in today's climate? What does the future of monetizing fitness look like one year for now? What's one key way to get ahead during this time? What differentiates the people who are crushing it and those who are just treading water? What's your dream for five years from now? What is your slower, less grindy plan? Can you tell us about your charity, Liberty on the Lake? Guest Bio: Peter Taunton is a pioneer in the fitness industry. In 2003, he had a vision for Snap Fitness: to create an affordable, 24-7, results-driven gym differentiated from the impersonal, expensive big-box experience. Today there are Snap Fitness franchises in 2,500 locations in 26 countries. And Taunton, CEO of Lift Brands, didn't stop there. Taunton is an expert at understanding consumer desires and fulfilling them. In recent years, he has acquired and founded several brands to round out the consumer-fitness experience: 9Round, Farrell's, YogaFit, STEELE Fitness, Fitness On Demand. Together with the Snap Fitness brand, they comprise the world's largest wellness franchise organizations with over 6000 locations across multiple brands serving 165 million workouts and counting. Taunton, who prior to founding Snap Fitness owned nine America's Fitness Centers, has designed a franchise-development operation that is the envy of the industry. He leads with infectious enthusiasm, which attracts prospective owners from all over the world. He provides them affordable financing, world-class support, and an easy turnkey process. Most importantly he teaches them his own management philosophy, "Success is 10 percent what happens to you and 90 percent how you react to it." Taunton's accomplishments have been well-recognized by the business community. In 2010, he was named an Ernst and Young "Entrepreneur of the Year." His companies have also been featured for six years running in such prestigious industry lists as Entrepreneur 500, Inc 5000, Top Global, and Franchise 500. For Taunton, it comes down to one word: passion. He has it, he teaches it, and the results speak for themselves. Even as his operations expand, he remains ever-committed to providing owners and members with the tools and programs they need to reach life-changing goals. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why 2020 is the year for getting ahead Capitalizing on transitions People are looking for opportunities to reinvent themselves How more money is changing hands than ever before Why competition is lower than ever before Resources: fastfoundations.com Text FAST to 310-421-0416 to get on the VIP waiting list! Show Notes: One thing I know for certain about 2020: It is the year to get ahead. Despite everything that is happening, there are still some unique, special reasons why you can get ahead this year—and I'm going to show you how. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Going through problems instead of navigating around them The importance of problem-solving How to see solutions to problems How to become a better problem solver Resources: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: Being a master problem solver is a superpower like no other. You can spend all of your time trying to avoid problems, but when they inevitably come up that ability to choose the best solution is what's going to make or break your life and your business. And the best part? It's something that can be learned. We're going to outline how you can learn to become a better problem solver and find the best outcome for any hurdles you face. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Living in your worst-case scenario Figuring it out as you go Discovering the value in your knowledge Making your first $100 grand Experimenting with different formats Addition by subtraction Going all-in on what lights you up Delegation and asking for help The difference between those who succeed and those who fail Resources: Learn more: jessglazer.com Post-It to Profit: jessglazer.com/postittoprofitfree Instagram: @jess.glazer fastfoundations.com Show Notes: If you haven't heard of Jess Glazer yet, I don't know where you've been—she's been featured everywhere from Forbes to the Today Show to the New York Post. She's going to tell her story and outline the timeline from being a burnt-out teacher making 50 grand a year to turning her side hustle into a million-dollar business in just 18 months. We're going to spell it all out for you so that you can find yourself in her journey of creating real income out of thin air. This possibility can be real for you. Question Highlights: What were you doing three years ago as a teacher? What was the moment where you realized enough is enough? What was your biggest fear? What was the beginning of Empower U? How did you decide to package up your knowledge? How did you make your first $100 grand? Your first quarter-million? What changed between a quarter-million and a half million? What was your biggest investment in yourself? How did you go from half a million to a million dollars in earnings? What's an example of one of your student's success stories? What have you had to change the most along this journey? Guest Bio: A former celebrity personal trainer and elementary school teacher, Jess turned her once "cute side hustle" into a million-dollar business in 18 months. Since leaving her teaching job in 2017 she has hired a team of incredible heart-centered leaders, served hundreds of clients, helped create over 3 million dollars in revenue for those clients (in under 2 years), and as a result of donation/awareness she and her husband are building a school in Ghana with Pencils of Promise. She's been featured in Forbes, Yahoo Finance, The Today Show, Good Day New York, The New York Post, Shape Magazine, and Well + Good. Her mission is to cause a ripple effect and inspire change for generations to come; making a massive impact and leaving a lasting legacy beyond her singular actions. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: My business superpowers Being an unstoppable doer Not getting too high or too low Taking massive action Resources: fastfoundations.com litepink.com instagram.com/drinklitepink Show Notes: I've been married for almost 15 years to a remarkable woman, Lori Harder, and we both have remarkably different superpowers when it comes to business. I needed to take an episode to share with you why she is so successful at everything she touches. If you adopt (and learn) these superpowers into your own life, you will succeed no matter what you do if it means enough to you. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Stripping away everything that's distracting us Rethinking what you want Optimizing your time Resources: instagram.com/drinklitepink Show Notes: 2020 means perfect vision—or a bus on fire going off a cliff, depending on how you look at it. But in 2008, when everything was being stripped away from us, I had no option but to look inward and dig deep into what we were supposed to do. There are so many similarities today to that time, except that we are all experiencing that across the entire world. Let's try and reframe this challenging time and try to make the best of it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Being an opportunity seeker Making people sense your authenticity Focusing on the relationships first Being overwhelmingly positive in the world Dealing with racial tension as a black entrepreneur The importance of relationships Resources: Learn more: casanovabrooks.com Instagram: @casanova_brooks Read: "Real Estate: Play The Game Like Winners" 100blackmen.org myangelsamongus.org fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: Casanova Brooks is the epic founder and CEO of Dream Nation Academy. His story about hitting rock bottom and then navigating it is truly inspiring. In one year, he lost his house, his job, and his mom—and as awful as that was, it led to an incredible gift in the form of a brand new career that turned him into an award winning-winning real estate agent, investor, speaker, and CEO. He's also the author of the best-selling book "Real Estate: Play The Game Like Winners." He talks about how to turn relationship building into a superpower, what others can do when they hit rock bottom, and his stories around generosity. This episode is going to lift you up and show you that anything is possible. Question Highlights: How did you get through the hardest year of your life? What was the biggest strength you pulled out of that experience? Where does your positivity come from? Do you feel any racial resistance as an entrepreneur or a real estate agent? How do you guide your kids and family through what's happening in this world right now? Guest Bio: Casanova Brooks is an award-winning entrepreneur, author, high-energy keynote speaker, and real estate professional. Through his battles with adversity in many stages of his life including stage four lymphoma cancer, to losing his mother, job, and home in a matter of a couple of weeks, even with having very limited resources Casanova learned to develop a bulletproof mindset to thrive and succeed in life and business. From producing 46 deals and $8 million in his first year in real estate to now owning multiple businesses, he has been an action-taker in every sense of the word. Casanova now focuses on empowering others to focus on developing their mindset to become the best version of themselves to thrive in their own lives. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How things are easier the second time around Rekindling the flame within yourself Re-engage your customer and prospect list Rethink your posturing Asking your customers what they want Resources: fastfoundations.com fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: Do you have a business or income stream that's been put on pause or simply treading water? Let's do a deep dive into how you can restart your business and get it cranked back up again. Many of you have been in this situation before or find yourself in this situation now. If you've built up momentum in the past, you know you can do it again—and faster than before. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Lessons learned from Chris' father Stepping up and showing up The shifts in perspective we faced How tragedy and happiness can coexist Resources: fastfoundations.com fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: It's been a while since we last had a He Said/She Said episode, and I think it's best to start off by explaining why. What started with a quick trip away from our home due to riots that hit uncomfortably close to home ended with an unexpected tragedy in the family, which led to seven weeks away from home. Despite how painful it was, there is a certain blessing that comes with the change in perspective that this situation caused, and that's what we're here to talk about. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Hitting rock bottom Making a comeback The four identities Making the shift from six to seven figures Getting self-worth Dealing with systemic racism Creating a new society together Resources: anthonytrucks.com instagram.com/anthonytrucks sloworgo.co fastfoundations.com fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: Anthony Trucks is a former NFL player-turned-transformational identity shift coach. If you don't know what an identity shift coach is, you aren't going to believe how your ingrained identity affects not just how you show up in life but how you do business, AKA whether you're successful or not. You will have an absolute breakthrough in this episode. We talk about how he came back from a true rock bottom, how to discover your business identity, and how to leverage it for business success. We also have a conversation around current events and racial tension in the business world, and how we can help each other succeed and why we should all have a vested interest in doing so. Question Highlights: Can you take us back to when you had a career-ending injury in the NFL and were just trying to support your family? How did you pull yourself up from rock bottom? How has your identity changed since the NFL? How do you become a go-go personality? What identity shifts have to happen to move from earning six figures to seven figures? What do you know about the foster system and how it's putting kids into prisons? Where did your opportunity show up? What do we need to be aware of when it comes to systemic racism? What are your thoughts on the future if everyone is open-minded and takes action? Guest Bio: Anthony Trucks is a serial entrepreneur with one serious superpower. The power to shift with shifting times. He teaches people to upgrade how they operate to do, be, and have more. Which is why he created Identity Shift. A company focused on helping entrepreneurs close the "Identity Gaps" that are responsible for their shortfalls in potential and lack of success. He helps them find out who they truly are and develop into who they want to be so they can easily complete the tasks that overwhelm them but are the needle movers in their business. It's time to learn how to Make Shift Happen in your life and business!! Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How your perspective is making or breaking you Why some people are sinking and others are thriving Choosing who you are listening to Resources: fastfoundations.com fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: The people I see out there are split into two halves. One half feels like they're struggling and can't get ahead and the other half is absolutely crushing it. As I share what sets these two apart, if you're on the side that's crushing it, keep going. But if you're on the side that's struggling, pay attention and don't reject the information you are about to hear. Soak it all in as a massive possibility or perspective change — because your perspective is either crushing you right now or it's lifting you up, and it's playing itself out financially. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Having a financial role model Discovering your own financial competency Learning from your mistakes Getting comfortable talking about money The wealth gap for women and the Black community Investing in yourself The order of investments Creating quality content Resources: Learn more: clevergirlfinance.com Instagram: instagram.com/clevergirlfinance Show Notes: Bola Sokunbi is the founder of Clever Girl Finance, a certified financial instructor, a best-selling author, and more. One of the most impressive things about her is that she has made all of her classes free while we are all facing these tough financial challenges. You're going to love our conversation around what order you should be investing in, her story of how she was inspired to start this brand, how she saved her first $100,000, and some of the financial mistakes she's made along the way. We also dig into the wealth gap that exists not only for women but in the Black community. You're going to love this episode. Question Highlights: How did your mother inspire your business? How did you save $100,000 right out of college? What are some money mistakes that you made? What are the most common mistakes you see people making today? How can we work on getting rid of gender and racial income gaps? What order should we be investing our money in? What is your secret for pumping out quality content? Guest Bio: Bola is a Certified Financial Education Instructor (CFEI), finance expert, author, speaker, and founder of Clever Girl Finance, a financial education platform and community for women empowering them to achieve financial wellness and live life on their own terms. Clever Girl Finance has been voted as one of the top personal finance websites for women. In addition, Bola and Clever Girl Finance have been featured by several media outlets including Time.com, Money Magazine, CNBC, Forbes, Fast Company, Essence, Black Enterprise, Cheddar TV, ABC News, Good Morning America, BBC, Fox Business and The Chicago Tribune as well as on several other finance websites and podcasts. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Shifting your perspective Showing up in the way you want to The benefits of operating from abundance Reminding yourself to be grateful Resources: fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: Let me tell you a story about the importance of gratitude and perspective, and how just changing your mindset can shift you into a more positive energy. Whenever you are operating from a place of lack, remind yourself of what you are grateful for and positive things will come your way. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why you can't make any judgements about people and money Solving the student debt crisis The pressure to buy a home How anyone can become a millionaire Turning your financial situation around Living frugally or taking risks Following real, consistent information Affording people equal opportunities Closing the wealth gap Communicating about finances as a couple Resources: Learn more: chrishogan360.com Read: "Everyday Millionaires" Read: "Retire Inspired" Facebook: facebook.com/chrishogan360 Instagram: instagram.com/ChrisHogan360 Twitter: twitter.com/ChrisHogan360 thetruthaboutmoney.com fortheloveofmoney.com/free Show Notes: Chris Hogan is a legend in the finance space. He and his team did the single biggest study on millionaires and how they got there, and we're going to talk about everything they learned today. We talk about everything from whether we should be conservative with our money or take more risks, how to know what gurus to listen to, and all of the expert hacks. And if you feel like your butt just got kicked financially by COVID-19, we outline what you need to do to get pointed in the right direction. Question Highlights: What did you learn about people and money right out of the gates by collecting bills? What is holding people back most financially? What's your take on the pressure to buy a home? How do you know we're making a smart home purchase? Do you believe that anyone can become a millionaire? What does someone do if they're completely financially upside down right now? Should most people live conservatively and save or take big risks for big rewards? Is it ever too late to rethink your finances? How do we decipher the distraction advice from the real advice? How can we help to close the wealth gap? In your study of millionaires, how often did you see generosity come up? What advice do you have for couples communicating around money? Guest Bio: Chris Hogan is a two-time #1 national best-selling author, financial expert and host of The Chris Hogan Show. For more than a decade, Hogan has served at Ramsey Solutions, equipping and challenging people to take control of their money and reach their financial goals. His second book, Everyday Millionaires: How Ordinary People Built Extraordinary Wealth—And How You Can Too, is based on the largest study of millionaires ever conducted. You can follow Chris Hogan on Twitter and Instagram at @ChrisHogan360 and online at chrishogan360.com or facebook.com/chrishogan360. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com