The Chris Harder Show

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What Carly did before starting Beekeeper's Naturals Realizing her career wasn't working for her Carly's trip to Italy and being introduced to propolis Realizing she wanted to build a company The biggest challenges + wins that Carly has faced What makes Beekeeper's Naturals so special + the products created Being a company with a cause The frightening future for bees What kind of a CEO Carly is + how important her team is Resources: Learn more: beekepersnaturals.com Instagram: @beekeepers_naturals Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes In today's episode, I am talking with Carly Stein, the CEO and founder of Beekeeper's Naturals. Beekeeper's Naturals is a company dedicated to saving the bees, all while giving us knowledge and access to the superfoods that bees produce. Lori and I know firsthand how incredible Carly's products are, and I can't wait to dive in to this episode to hear all about how she started her business. This episode is about to blow your mind! Carly is one of the coolest CEOs that I've talked to, and her mission is absolutely amazing. Question Highlights: Where did you come from prior to the life you lead now? Where did your passion for bees and wellness come from? When was the moment you had realized you wanted to build a company? What's been your biggest challenge so far? Why are your products so special? How are you giving back? What does the future for bees look like? Carly Stein, founder and CEO of Beekeeper's Naturals, is a savvy and inspiring entrepreneur. She is a beekeeper herself who developed an innovative bee-made nutraceutical product line that provides effective, natural solutions to everyday modern health issues. Her passion for the power of the bees originated from a personal medical issue she faced while traveling in Italy. After discovering the incredible healing properties of bee propolis while abroad, she set out on a mission to share the wonders from the hive and educate people on the integral role the bees play in our ecosystem. It wasn't long until she swapped her 16 hour days on the trading floor to head up Beekeeper's Naturals full time. Carly is dedicated to using her company as a platform to raise awareness and funding for the bee cause through partnerships with cutting edge institutions and non-profits, while also promoting sustainable practices and pesticide-free beekeeping. Before founding Beekeeper's Naturals, Carly worked as an Analyst at Goldman Sachs in their Securities division and spent time working at the William J. Clinton Foundation. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: My trainer posing the question of who is happier Stressful seasons as an entrepreneur The employee + entrepreneur positives and negatives The conclusion: who is happier Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I'm weighing in on who is happier; the entrepreneur, or the employee. Before you jump to a conclusion, I will say that this is not as obvious of an answer as you may think! Lori and I have been both the employee and the entrepreneur, and even we go back and forth on which is happier. This conversation is important, and that's why I wanted to take time to address it. Stick around to the end to hear my conclusion and how I got there! Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Kelly's life story and what she's learned Starting her consulting company Money mindset + changing it Having a business and what Kelly believes they're missing Advice around hiring Engineering your own celebrity The principles + laws she lives by Kelly's love of generosity + the Give Her Courage foundation Resources: Learn more: kellyroachcoaching.com Facebook: Tribe of Unstoppables Listen: Unstoppable Success Radio Read: Bigger Than You ; Unstoppable Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today's episode is an incredible one with Kelly Roach, who's gone from NFL cheerleader to millionaire maker. Kelly helps elite business owners become total game changers in their field, achieving million dollar breakthroughs within their businesses. Kelly is also the host of the popular podcast, Unstoppable Success Radio, and is the author of two amazing books. This episode is full of so much value, and we dive deep into a lot of what Kelly has gone through to get her where she is today. I really wanted to have Kelly on because besides being a top business coach, Kelly is also committed to giving, and has even started her own charity. Question Highlights: How did you view other people who had money when you did not? Who should your first hire be in a new business? Why and how should we engineer our own celebrity? Why does generosity mean so much to you? What's the hardest part about getting a contribution, like your foundation, off the ground? Kelly Roach is known as THE BUSINESS CATALYST, helping elite business owners become game changers in their field and achieve million dollar + breakthroughs in their business. As a former Fortune 500 executive who built and led record-breaking teams in 17 locations around the US, Kelly's programs and consulting encompass billion dollar corporate strategies combined with the speed and agility of the most powerful online strategies of today. Kelly is a featured expert on ABC, NBC, Good Day, the CW and in some of the world's leading publications such as Inc. and Forbes where she shares the principles of her best-selling books and top podcast, Unstoppable Success Radio. Kelly is committed to ongoing philanthropic work to bring clean drinking water to those who do not have access and is the co-founder of Give Her Courage, a movement to instill courage and confidence in the girls of our future from the start. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How you have been taught to not stand out + how it's hurting your business Why you aren't getting the growth in your business while others are Having a heart of service An example of showing up from my mastermind How you can start showing up and allow yourself to be noticed NOW Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes In case you didn't know, or someone hasn't told you recently: You were put here to be noticed. You were put here with a purpose. Our families, friends, and teachers meant well, but they have us all programed to be afraid of standing out, which makes you miss out on sharing YOUR gifts with the world. Are you trying to pursue your calling, but aren't gaining the traction you see everyone else getting? In many cases, this is because you're saying one thing, yet doing another. You want to help people? Do you want your service to be noticed? Then you need to get over your fear of standing out. Stop whispering, start shouting. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: His calling for Leadershift, his newest book, and how it was different than other ideas Thoughts about quitting in the beginning of his career The moment he realized he made it The gifts being greater than him Four things that will help you become successful in just about anything John's view on money since his success How important giving is to John The most important shift out of the 11 shifts in his new book Dreams and callings Getting over being a people pleaser Growing and making changes Resources: Learn more: johnmaxwell.com Read: Leadershift Twitter: @johncmaxwell Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes I'm just going to say it, I am INSANELY excited for today's episode because I got to sit down with the legendary John Maxwell. John is a well known figure in self help and leadership, with over 40 years of experience under his belt. He is literally a one of a kind, and I've looked up to him for many years now. In our conversation we hit all of the topics: leadership, money mindset, business, and all things related to YOUR success and happiness. This episode has it ALL. Question Highlights: What made the Leadershift idea so different than the others? Was there ever a time that you remember almost quitting? Did you ever have a moment you thought, I made it? After all of your success, how do you view money today? What one of the 11 shifts you cover in your new book, Leadershift, do you find most important? How can people get over the fear of not being liked so that they can become better leaders? John C. Maxwell is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, coach, and speaker who has sold more than thirty million books in fifty languages. He has been identified as the #1 leader in business by the American Management Association and the most influential leadership expert in the world by Business Insider and Inc. magazines. He is the founder of the John Maxwell Company, the John Maxwell Team, EQUIP, and the John Maxwell Leadership Foundation, organizations that have trained millions of leaders from every country of the world. The recipient of the Mother Teresa Prize for Global Peace and Leadership from the Luminary Leadership Network, Dr. Maxwell speaks each year to Fortune 500 companies, presidents of nations, and many of the world's top business leaders. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How nobody feels like they've made it yet The 90 percent rule + how it's running rampant Outside perspective is everything There are SO many success tips that aren't shared Nobody notices mistakes, so keep going Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I am sharing with you my top five business secrets that I've learned through observing and listening to those in my mastermind. I know that these tips are going to free up time, and totally blow your mind! These secrets are going to get you moving faster in your business, and move forward in ways that you aren't moving forward right now. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The start of his business + living in his gym 51 no's but still holding out for the yes His crazy Groupon story Finding ways to push through the no's How he helps people raise their confidence + grow their business The foundation TJ and his wife created Where TJ got his drive from How a tattoo got him a business coach TJ's parenting + advice Resources: Learn more: travisjones.com.au Instagram: @travisjonesentrepreneur www.rbtgyms.com www.thinktankaustralia.com www.smallbusinessperformancecoach.com www.attaindigital.agency Show Notes I am so excited for today's episode because I am sitting down with Travis "TJ" Jones, the founder of RBT Gyms, founder of Think Tank, and co creator of Small Business Performance Coach. Travis is literally an epic entrepreneur and philanthropist, and he absolutely stands for everything that this show is about. I can't wait for you to learn from him, be inspired by him, and to hear some of his incredible stories. This episode is for sure going to rock your world. Question Highlights: What was it like living in your gym? How has living risky helped you in business? How did you find the courage to keep going through all the no's? What makes your coaching business different from all the rest? Could you tell me about your foundation? Where did your drive come from? How do you do it all as a parent? They say true success is born. Vibrant, energetic and infectious as a youngster Travis Jones, or "TJ" as his friends call him, was inevitably going to achieve big things. After starting out in the health and fitness industry, and a stint in Canada where he trained with elite coaches, Travis returned to Australia in 2011, and launch his own specialist body transformation gym, Result Based Training, utilising every aspect of the experience he gained from working tirelessly nationwide wide and overseas. Known for being the man who has never written a business plan, Travis began his entrepreneurial journey like many entrepreneurs –essentially broke and living out of the space that his business occupied. In this case, it was Result Based Training's first location in South Melbourne. Jones''do what it takes' mantra and work ethic helped grow Result Based Training into an internationally recognised gym, launching six gyms across three states within the first 24 months. The last five years has seen the growth of Result Based Training from one gym in 2013 to 21 by February, 2018. Together with wife, Liv Jones, the couple went on to establish their cutting-edge coaching business, Think Tank, which was created to help guide and coach SME's on how to grow their businesses into successful brands. Jones' business smarts have seen him have a history of building businesses rapidly, with Think Tank growing from $0 to having a $1.5million turnover within its first year. If that wasn't enough, in 2017, the couple founded Attain Digital –a digital marketing agency that began producing over $500,000 of sales before they even launched their company website and manages over $1.5 million worth of client marketing campaigns in the first year and growing rapidly.Apart from their corporate ventures, Travis and Liv have also gone onto create their passion project, If Not Now Then When, a foundation established to change the lives of children all over the world. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What happiness is Where my happiness came from The happiness creating the wealth, not the other way around How what you consume affects your happiness Practicing gratitude Who you surround yourself with matters Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I'm talking about one of the most valuable assets you can EVER have, and it's totally within your control. It doesn't matter if you are rich, poor, or anywhere in between; this one asset is TOTALLY up to you. So, what is this incredibly valuable asset? Your happiness. In this episode, I'm explaining why it's so valuable, why anybody can have it, and a ton of examples from my own journey. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Just what vacationing for a cause is How Getaway-2-Give began and shifted The challenges of running a for-profit, for-cause business Finding properties for the business to use How staying at the properties works Money they've raised, and how they choose causes How Adam views wealth and the wealthy Resources: Learn more: getaway2give.net ; g2gcollection.com [email protected] Instagram: @getaway2give Read: A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle ; Uncharitable by Dan Pallotta Watch: Happy Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I have Adam Capes joining me on the show! Adam is the co-founder and president of Getaway-2-Give, a vacation company that helps charities raise money through vacation experiences. Adam's story is a pretty incredible one, and today we talk about how and why Adam began this giving-based company, and just what a for-profit, for-cause company is and does. In this episode, Adam also shares how he's raised 14 million dollars for charity all through the concept of taking a vacation for cause. Question Highlights: How did your business start? What's the biggest challenge with this business? How does it work finding the properties? Where does the money go? How do you view the wealthy since working in this business? Co-founder and president of Getaway-2-Give, Adam Capes is a Social Entrepreneur, helping people create amazing vacation experiences while changing the world of fundraising. This ambitious undertaking began before Getaway-2-Give, when Adam was president of a luxury residence fund called Equity Estates. Now Adam helps Getaway-2-Give meet its mission, helping charities raise significant money and the lasting importance and memories made from meaningful vacation experiences. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How we tend to show up more for others, and how we can use that to our advantage in business Taking inventory of who you are truly building your business for Stopping to remember + refreshing who benefits Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Are you having trouble pushing through? Maybe it's difficult for you to speak up when you're scared or uncertain? Listen up, because in today's episode I have the hack just for you. Doing it for someone else will make you take action bigger, faster, and stronger than if you were doing it just for you. It's time to stop and take inventory of who you are building your business for, and what the consequences are for them if you don't continue to build your business. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Realizing he wasn't happy + how he grew from it Ego being in the way Declaring bancurpcy and the day that changed his life David's four values that are the basis of his company His quantium shift in India David's view on money + why he makes money today The amazing act of giving Taking advice from people who love you David's best piece of business advice The philanthropy behind his sports agency Getting out of scarcity mindset The Unstoppable Foundation and what they do Resources: Learn more: davemeltzer.com Instagram: @davidmeltzer Read: Be Unstoppable ; Connected Goodness ; Compassionate Capitalism ; Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Watch: Elevator Pitch Listen: The Playbook Podcast Download: Meltzer Gratitude Check out: Dr. Sangeeta Sahi Unstoppable Foundation Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I have Dave Meltzer on the show, CEO of Sports 1 Marketing, author, speaker, business coach, tv host, and fellow podcastor. Dave has been featured in so many media outlets, and is literally one of the best experts in business and finance that I personally think you'll ever find. Outside of being an incredibly smart businessman, Dave is also an amazing humanitarian. I'm beyond excited for you to listen to this episode because Dave is the perfect representation of what this show stands for. Question Highlights: What was your identity at the time of your unhappiness? What are the four values that made you successful? How has your view on money changed? What is the purpose of making money today? What is compassionate capitalism? What's your best piece of advice to grow business and be successful? Why are people stuck in scarcity, and how do they get out of it? David Meltzer is the Co-Founder and CEO of Sports 1 Marketing and S1Media House. He's a two-time #1 best-selling author and has been named a Top 10 Keynote Speaker by Forbes and Entrepreneur. Marshall Goldsmith has recognized Dave as a Top 100 Business Coach and currently an advisory board member to over 45 companies and charities. David, more recently, invested into Splyce, one of the world's top e-sports teams, alongside NBA All-Star Metta World Peace. David is the executive producer and host to Entrepreneur's original show, Elevator Pitch, with nearly 40 million views, and host of the Top 5 business podcast, The Playbook. He was awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor and Variety Magazine's Sports Humanitarian of the year. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Feeling bad about what motivates you The carrot and the stick My own carrot and stick motivation How the first carrot changes through your journey Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I'm giving you the permission to be motivated by whatever it is that motivates you. This podcast is inspired by a post I recently put on social media, and I thought it would be a great idea to dive even deeper. Let me remind you, don't judge what it is that motivates you to go after what you want. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Rapid fire Q+A for Lori and myself Hyper self awareness Leaving time for miracles Figuring out your hourly value Prioritizing your needle-movers Doing YOU Tracking what matters most Love + put yourself first Growth hacks Join a mastermind Our offer to you! Resources: Learn more: loriharder.com IG: @loriharder Fast Foundations Mastermind Show Notes Today I am joined by my wife, Lori Harder, and we are here to talk about six hacks that we know will make 2019 a successful year for you. From business, to life, and relationships, this episode covers it all. These hacks are things that Lori and I have learned, and are learning to implement currently. Be sure to listen all the way through because we share the biggest thing that we will do this year– hint: it involves YOU. Lori Harder is a leading expert in the field of fitness, transformational work, mindfulness, and self-love. She has grown two multi-million dollar businesses as a successful entrepreneur and network marketing professional. She is also an author, cover model, and three-time fitness world champion, who offers a carefully curated set of practical tools to promote sustainable health, spiritual well-being, and financial freedom. Through her books, unique coaching methods, and programs, she has helped countless people connect with their soul, transform their bodies, empower their minds, gain financial independence, and fall in love with themselves and their lives. Throughout her career, Lori has regularly appeared on the covers of and published articles for Oxygen Magazine, STRONG Fitness Magazine, Health & Fitness Magazine and Prosper Magazine. She has also been featured on NBC, Fox, and TLC networks. Lori has also helped dozens of people reach six figure or more salaries through her network marketing business (Isagenix), and she has helped hundreds of others to start their own home-based business. Lori has taken her passion for human potential and created The Bliss Project, a women's empowerment retreat, and the Bliss Habit online course that has thousands of women per year taking this breakthrough curriculum. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Accidental entrepreneurs Why I created the Fast Foundations Mastermind Why you should join What you get out of joining Fast Foundations Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today I'm dishing my two cents on what I wish existed when I was getting started in my business. This entire mini episode is about everything I was trying to learn when I was wanting to become a successful entrepreneur, and it's full of information that would have saved me heartache, pain, and stress. Spoiler Alert! I've already created it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Jeff starting his business young Jeff's financial mindset Using Overflow Cafe for SEO Why to go with a company like Overflow cafe How Jeff would help my business Costs of using an SEO service Jeff's generosity Learning you can't help everyone Opening 14 orphanages Challenges Jeff has overcome Resources: Learn more: overflowcafe.com Instagram: @overflowcafe Twitter: @overflow_cafe Overflow Cafe's Kickstarter Read: Never Broken by Jewel Fast Foundations Mastermind Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today I am joined by Jeff Hall, one of the most generous people I've ever met, and the founder of Overflow Cafe. Jeff started his entrepreneurial at the very young age of 7 (not joking here!), and has been an entrepreneur since– starting his still existing business, Overflow Cafe, at age 15! Overflow Cafe helps businesses gain online traffic by using SEO in the best ways possible, and they are really good at what they do. This interview is so great because of Jeff's incredibly generous heart, as well as his mastery with SEO. Are you ready for this episode to light you on fire with inspiration? Question Highlights: How did you carry over your financial mindset into adulthood? How did you view money growing up versus how do you view money now? What's the catch for working with SEO businesses? How is Overflow Cafe different? Is your service cost prohibitive? Where did your generosity come from? What's one of the biggest challenges you've had to overcome? Jeff started his own company at the age of 7 buying and reselling candy at school to support his family. He has helped build 14 orphanages worldwide. In his spare time, he loves Game of Thrones, Walking Dead and a good cup of tea. You'll find him working hard (and sometimes goofing around) in Toronto. If you see him, please do not bring up Bitcoin or Game of Thrones because once you get him started on the subject he won't shut up. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Collaboration is KING Getting what you ask for Leave space for miracles Learning I love tour Experience your impact Money doesn't buy happiness Good people + good money = great things Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today I'm sharing the best and biggest lessons I learned throughout 2018. I think it's important to reflect and grow from the previous year and what it's brought, and that's exactly what I'm doing today. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Transitioning from specialist to coach The M-5 Framework Going at it alone vs. together How family has changed his business The comparison game Vince's mission Having an abundant mindset The big giving goal that's scaring Vince Resources: Learn more: vincedelmontefitness.com Instagram: @vincedelmonte Youtube: VinceDelMonte Read: Living Large ; Never Split The Difference by Chris Voss Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes I'm really excited for today's episode, because I sat down with Vince Del Monte. Vince is just an all around great guy; he's smart, successful, an online fitness coach, former fitness model, Mastermind leader, and the author of best-selling book, Living Large. This conversation is a pretty incredible one because we grow into so many different topics. Vince has so much knowledge, and this episode is sure to be a life-shifting one, so listen up! Question Highlights: Tell me about the journey from specialist to coach? Can you make it without a coach? How has the way you run your business changed since becoming a family man? What is your mission? What does having an abundant mindset mean to you? What does it mean to you to be financially successful? Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: An advertisement I heard that made me realize I needed to say something Why people go into debt The wakeup call I want you to have How to help Resources: Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Financial Peace University Show Notes Today I'm going to vent a little about about one of the things that I think is a problem holding back America's money mindset. It drives me crazy at how rampid it's running! I feel responsible for all of you listening to hear this, because if you don't, you could potentially fall susceptible to this as well. Hear me out, because my goal is not to rub you the wrong way with this one. My goal is to be your wake up call to ask yourself, "Why didn't I have the money there in the first place?" Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Where Andrea got her idea Her niche Challenges Andrea faces What to look out for as an entrepreneur Breaking down copyright infringement What to protect as an entrepreneur Social media shares Trademarking Generosity Resources: Learn more: andreasager.com Instagram: @andreasagerlaw Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today Andrea Sager joins me on the show. This episode is going to be a very important one, especially for those of you that are entrepreneurs, because it's all about protecting yourself. Andrea has radically changed the way businesses hire and pay for their Intellectual Property Attorneys. Andrea runs a virtual law firm for contemporary businesses, aiming to provide high-quality legal counsel for entrepreneurs. Question Highlights: Who is your niche? What's been your biggest challenge or shift you've had? What should people be most careful of, right now? How do we know what to protect? Is there anything we have to be careful of when sharing on social media? Why is your business model different? Quotes Andrea is a serial entrepreneur that left a big law firm after realizing her true passion was assisting small business owners. While in law school, she started her first business, a women's clothing boutique. After she sold her store and began her career as a lawyer, she quickly realized she wouldn't be able to assist fellow small business owners, which is why she started Andrea Sager Law PLLC, a virtual law firm. After just 7 months in business, Andrea has quickly become the go-to IP attorney for modern-day entrepreneurs. Serving almost exclusively online entrepreneurs, Andrea brings a unique experience to the legal industry with flat fee and subscription-based services. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why self-worth is so important How self-worth helps net worth grow How meaningless net worth is without self-worth Resources: Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today I'm weighing in on a really, really important topic: net worth. This is determined by taking all of your assets, minus all of your liabilities, leaving you with your net worth. You hear people say often that net worth is a direct measurement of how much wealth you have, but I feel that your net-worth won't show up for you if you don't have self-worth. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Josh being recognized by Forbes Preparing for success What Weighting Comforts is Company growth Josh's biggest struggles and challenges Breakthroughs Working with family Why giving is important to Josh Resources: Learn more: weightingcomforts.com Instagram: @weightingcomforts ; @joshjdurham Sew For Hope Read: Predictable Success by Les McKeown Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today I'm sitting down with a good friend of mine, Josh Durham. Josh is a young entrepreneur, at just 23 years old, and runs a successful company, Weighting Comforts. His company makes weighted blankets to help people with their stress, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping – he's not only changing lives with his product, but he's also changing lives by the way his product is made. Josh's company specifically hires immigrants to do the sewing of the weighted blankets, which provides not just jobs, but better lives for the people employed. I'm really excited for you to listen to this episode, it's really incredible hearing Josh's passion for people and doing good things. Question Highlights: What did it mean to you to be recognized by Forbes? What are your core values? What is Weighting Comforts? How did you grow so quickly? What is the "why" behind your company? How has this changed the life of your employees? What's the biggest hurdle you've had with your rapid growth? What was the biggest breakthrough you've had? How do you view money? Quotes Josh Durham founded Weighting Comforts, a weighted blanket that naturally increases serotonin in the body. Each blanket is hand-sewn by refugees in Nashville, Tennessee. They are on track to generate $8 million in revenue in 2018. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Where to get your advice from Problems with cutting back Creating habits The growth snowball effect When to cut back Resources: Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes In today's minisode, I am discussing a really important topic that went pretty viral on an Instagram post of mine. What is more important? Cutting back more, OR earning more when there's a financial hurdle that comes your way. I believe this is going to be one of the most important quick episodes that I share with you all. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Going into early labor How the recession hit her business hard Her defining moment Staying grateful through the hard parts of life What Patrice does now as a coach The top 3 things holding people back financially How wealth should be defined Resources: Website: patricewashington.com IG: @seekwisdompcw Listen: Redefining Wealth podcast Watch: Redefining Wealth TV Read: Real Money Answers For Every Woman by Patrice Washington Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes I'm out of my mind excited about today's episode, because I get to talk with Patrice Washington today. Patrice is known as America's Money Maven, and is the host of the Redefining Wealth podcast and Redefining Wealth TV, as well as being an author and speaker. She refers to herself as a hope restoring coach to woman, and that's EXACTLY what she's about to do for you. This episode is going to create some real breakthroughs for you, because Patrice offers some of the best advice given on this show. Question Highlights: What happened to your business and mindset right after the recession? What was your defining moment? How did your identity change from pre-recession to post-recession? What is a hope restoring coach? What are the top three things that are holding people back financially? How should wealth be defined? What advice do you have for someone who's growing up the same way you grew up? Quotes "If we don't fulfill our voids in life, we'll continue to waste our money filling them." Patrice Washington is a number one best-selling author, captivating speaker and hope-restoring coach to women, as well as the TV show and podcast host to Redefining Wealth. Patrice has been the personal finance expert of both Steve Harvey's radio and television shows since 2014, as well as, appeared in dozens of media outlets such as Dr. Oz and Fox & Friends. She has also been featured in hundreds of online and print publications including the New York Post, Cosmopolitan, Essence Magazine and many more. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Asking for help Reading more Investing in YOU Try new ideas Releasing judgement faster Catch your ego Apologizing faster Pay attention to your yes's Forming a mini-mastermind Learning from opposing views Being healthier with our choices Only holding space for what serves you Resources: Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Do you want 2019 to look better than 2018 did? Today we are talking about simple moves you can make in the New Year in order for it to be better than ever. These are moves that anybody can do, and even the smallest ones can create the BIGGEST of changes for you. Quotes "Sometimes it's not what's in the book, it's in the feeling that the book gives you so you can go out and conquer the day." "When I became more open is when everything opened up for me, and that only comes from trying new ideas on for size." "Your ego will cost you more than any bad decision, more than any bad investment you could ever make." "There is more importance in being "over it" than there is in being correct." Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Tiffany's work with Children of the Night The path of self-destruction How she's overcome limiting beliefs Goldmining What Tiffany see's holding people back Why generosity is important Giving time Resources: Website: projectmewithtiffany.com IG: @projectme_with_tiffany Listen: Project Me Podcast Check out: Children of the Night Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes I'm really excited for today's episode because I'm sitting down with known broadcaster, Tiffany Carter. Tiffany is now a coach and has a popular podcast, and teaches women how to thrive in their business faster than ever. Not only does Tiffany have a background in TV broadcast, but she also has experience in sales–I'm talking over one hundred million dollar experience here. Tiffany is a great advocate for women succeeding outside of business and in life as well, by supporting a multitude of causes such as human trafficking. Tiffany truly wants to help free women up from all that is holding them back. Question Highlights: You say you come from a path of self destruction, can you go explain? How did you overcome your limiting beliefs surrounding money? What is driving you? What do you see as a common thread that's holding most entrepreneurs back? What are obvious steps that people can do to get their business hitting on all cylinders? What role has generosity played in your success? Why is it important? Quotes "I want people to feel free." Tiffany Carter takes the mystery out of making BIG money. She uses a magnetic combination of her clear-cut communication style that she developed as a TV news journalist, her business savvy and proven strategies as a multi-millionaire entrepreneur, and her intuitive ability to connect with women on a deeper level, to uncover what's blocking you from achieving your dream life. A passionate female empowerment speaker, money-making mentor, and marketing expert, Tiffany's zone of genius are helping women become financially free, through education, empowerment, and proven straight-forward strategies. The name ProjectME came to Tiffany while recovering from spine surgery ten years ago (first time she took time for herself!). She wants women to remember the Most Exceptional project in your life, is YOU! Putting yourself and your needs first aren't selfish; it's a necessary act of self-care and empowerment. ProjectME is a program to create your Most Exceptional life, by putting the focus back on you. Manifest the wealth, love, career, self-worth, travel, relationships, and life you have always wanted, but need some help getting there. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: A recent interaction I had with an Uber driver over his worth Tips for calculating your worth Why you need to be unapologetic in asking your worth Resources: Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: Can you tell me what your hour is worth? How about the worth of your day? Can you say it and ask for it loud and proud? In today's mini episode, we are talking about knowing your worth. This is something that a lot of people struggle with, and it's about time we dove into why it is so important to know. I'll share a story with you about a recent interaction that I had surrounding personal worth and value, that way you can see just how important it is to know and confidently ask for your worth. Quotes "Know your worth, and be unapologetic to ask for your value." Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Having it all and not being happy Being successful yet feeling lost Charlie writing a contract with himself What he left behind in order to start his new life Biking across America Charlie's love of generosity Money mindset Why Charlie values transparency Being a delusional optimist Resources: Website: charliejabaley.com IG: @charlie Twitter: @charliejabaley Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes Today I'm sitting down with Charlie "The Rocket" Jabaley, and you guys, this may be one of the most inspiring episodes I have had this far. Charlie Jabaley was once a highly successful music manager for celebrity recording artists, but decided to walk away from it all when he realized it was leading to an unhealthy future. Since then, Charlie has biked across the United States, lost 130 pounds, and lives a more full and healthy life all around. We go deep into why Charlie left his business to pursuit better health, and the different ways he went about creating goals, training for an IronMan, and biking across the country. Charlie also talks about creating the vision of Charlie Rocket, how he manifests change, and why it's so important to give back. This episode is so incredible, and serves as a great reminder that we can strive for wealth in all aspects, not just monetary. Question Highlights: What career background did you come from before your transformation? How were you so successful in some aspects, but so lost in others? What did you have to leave behind in order to begin this new life? What sparked biking across America? What was that like? Where did this drive for generosity come from? What did money mean to you before this journey, and what does it mean to you now? What has made you choose to be so transparent? Quotes "Boil pots of water, not lakes." "I just want to live a great story." "Too many people in this world are "you should" people, they get up on stages or they get on Youtube or Instagram and they say, "You should do this, you should do that," and I never say those words, you should." "See, money is going to magnify who we are." "Nobody is going to believe in you until you get down the road, so you've gotta have this delusional optimistic mindset." Charlie Jabaley wasn't your typical kid from Georgia (United States). Sometimes labelled, "the chubby kid", Charlie was a dreamer. Knowing that he needed to use his imagination as a weapon to survive the playground, Charlie created his first persona, CEO Charlie. He had other ideas. Like pursuing the life of an athlete. But, that had to wait. As a young CEO millionaire of Atlanta Hip-hop management company, Street Execs, he sold millions of records, changed the trajectory of how to market to millennials, and guided the careers of influential artists like Grammy award winning 2Chainz. However, while all the success was pouring in, he battled depression, binge eating, crippling insecurities and a brain tumor. To everyone on the outside, CEO Charlie was crushing it. On the inside, he was dying. Unhealthy, unhappy and unfilled, Charlie retired in 2017 at the age of 29 from both the music industry and the name "CEO Charlie". He made the decision to reinvent his life in pursuit of his childhood dream to become an athlete. Charlie Rocket inspires those around him. He's lost 135 pounds. Became vegan. Ran 3 marathons. Reversed the growth of his brain tumor. Became an Ironman. Just finished his nationally known Dream Machine bike tour across America. Is currently on the cover of Runner's World Magazine and secured partnership with Nike. Charlie has rerouted his ambition of making millions of dollars into his current mission to TRANSFORM 1 MILLION PEOPLE'S LIVES. His name is Charlie Jabaley. His story isn't over yet. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Hear About: Solutions based conversation vs. a wildfire conversation What types of conversations we have more of What sparked this topic Offering solutions rather than reinforcing the negativity How to shift your conversations Turn the conversation around Adopting zero tolerance policies Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com. Show Notes Today I'm going to share a little life hack that is an ABSOLUTE must. This hack is going to help you attract those next level people and relationships into your life, and be the person that others want to be around. Heck, this is the one hack that will even help you make more money. That's right, I swear by it. So, what is this life hack? Always, always have solutions based conversations. Question Highlights: I want you to think about the last 5 conversations you've had. Who have them with? What did you talk about? Have they been solutions based, or were they wildfire conversations? What is the difference between a solutions based conversation and a wildfire conversation? Which conversations do we tend to have more of? Why do I think this topic is so important to share with you all? Once I realized the types of conversations I was having, and decided to shift them to being solutions based instead, everything changed. Why do we default to wildfire talking rather that rise to a solutions based conversation? Simple, it's easier to jump on the bandwagon. So, what can we do? Be hyper aware of what conversations you are participating in. Try to turn the conversation around. Adopt a zero tolerance policy for wildfire conversations. Quotes "There's very few things you can talk about in life where you cannot offer somebody some great advice and make it a solutions based conversation." "It's easier to just join on the bandwagon, join in on the gossip, join in on the complaining." "We train people how to treat us, we train people what conversations we are willing to have, not by what we say, but by what we do." Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How Diana began her path into entrepreneurism Advice for selling a business Working alongside her husband Crowdsourcing funds The importance of managing your finances from day one Believing you can make a profit What Diana learned at a Tony Robbins event Where to begin to better understand your finances Why people avoid numbers The two paths in business How Diana helps her clients CFO report and why you need to read it Who should work with Diana Resources: IG: @dianapowerhouse Website: dianahouse.com Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Read: Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker ; Profit First by Mike Michalowicz Show Notes I'm so excited for today's episode, because I got to sit down and talk with Diana House. Diana is a lawyer turned serial entrepreneur, and has built and sold not 1, but 2 companies. She is the real deal. Diana has been honored and recognized as a top female entrepreneur, and now runs a private financing and commercial real estate investing company, Fast Forward Ventures, with her husband. Today, Diana and I talk profit! That's right, we are reminding you that profit is what's important, and how not to get tripped up along the way. We also talk about building companies, as well as selling them, and what people may not realize about the process. What Diana has to offer is sure to be a gamechanger for you and your business. Be ready to learn how to love your numbers, and if you aren't there yet, how to get over that fear surrounding them. This episode is sure to help you get to the next level in your life. Question Highlights: What created the person you are now? Where did you turn when your family didn't understand the path you began to take? Do you have any advice for people trying to sell a business? What did it feel like to be ambitious about a company you knew was doing good and not just creating profit? Do you have advice for working together as a couple? What insight can you offer around crowdsourcing funds? Who should consider crowdfunding? Why is it so important to manage finances from day one? How do you know if you finances are out of whack? Do people avoid their numbers because of ego or fear? How do you help your clients? Who should be contacting you for help? Quotes "People really underestimate how long it takes to sell, and it often takes years." "I'm all about building real, cash flow businesses" "Once the mindset is there, the second step is really awareness." "Whether you're going to keep a business forever, or you're going to sell, profit is actually the most important thing." "I think entrepreneurs are some of the most generous, loving people. Their "why" and their values for the business are very important, and I don't ignore that." Diana House is a lawyer turned serial entrepreneur who is obsessed with empowering entrepreneurs around their business finances. She has been featured as one of the top female entrepreneurs in Canada by the w100 and also recognized as a top 20 under 40 entrepreneur by Business London. Diana has built a highly profitable 7 figure company, been on Dragon's Den (the Canadian version of Shark's Tank), done a successful crowdsourcing campaign and sold two businesses in the e-commerce space. She now works with her fellow entrepreneur husband on Fast Forward Ventures a company focussed on private financing and commercial real estate investing. Diana currently consults 1-on-1 with entrepreneurs on their business' finances and is writing "the" book and course on entrepreneur finance "by an entrepreneur." Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

Time for a little wake-up call, friends! There can be many reasons why you're not yet where you want to be, but today I am going to go over four of them. When Lori and I were doing only around 250K a year we got sick and tired and decided to just "GO FOR IT"…and went from 250,000 to over 1 million in one year. Your Goals Are WEAK. You're shooting too low…thinking that you'll just take slow, incremental steps to wealth instead of really exploding! Why not think bigger and set bigger goals? You're not setting the bar high enough. And then when you do, just work backwards, and think out of the box. So what kind of crazy, amazing goal are you going to set this year? Your Tribe ISN'T Helping You. While your tribe might be amazing, great people, but if they haven't been to where YOU'RE SHOOTING FOR, then they have nothing to teach you. It's time to find a new tribe of people who you surround yourself with. You don't have to tell your current one to "peace out" but you need to reach out to additional, different people who will up-level your tribe. You're Too Damn Conservative. You're probably placing too much value on your current "stability" and if you place too much focus on that, you will not be able to take the proper "risks" that you need to take in order to go to the next level. Make a radical change to get a radical new outcome! Take some risks when it's smart. You're Mentally Weak. I say this with the most love possible, honestly. You're scared and afraid of what people might say if you fail or make changes. You're afraid you might look silly. You're not willing to push through the uncomfortable part and endure a short-term struggle in order to reach that long-term success! You're not willing to turn off the tv and pick up a book to learn what you need to learn. Your mental discipline needs a good workout! "These four reasons are why you DESIRE to lead a better life, but you are not yet leading an EXTRAORDINARY life." You see, these four reasons have been holding you back. And again, I say talk about these with some serious love for you. They're the reasons that you DESIRE to lead a better life but you're not yet living an EXTRAORDINARY life. If you can get these four areas cleaned up and corrected, just imagine what your life could look like in a matter of months! In This Episode We Talk about: Why your tribe could be holding you back Four reasons you're not yet rich and how to make some changes in order to fix them How you're probably setting crappy goals and don't even know it Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

In This Episode We Talk about: The definition of Ayurveda The different Ayurveda types (doshas) The strengths and downfalls of each dosha (earth, air and fire) Each dosha's different relationship with money Why we need to balance our type by tapping into parts of another dosha Looking at archetypes in all areas of our lives Sahara's new book, "Eat Feel Fresh" Eating the right foods for your mental well-being Generosity and doshas Why the Earth dosha tends to be more generous Why doshas are important when hiring employees Adaptogens Resources: IG: @iamsahararose Dosha quiz: www.iamsahararose.com Book: Eat Feel Fresh by Sahara Rose Find it on Amazon (http://a.co/d/cRnLZuB) or wherever books are sold. HighestSelfPodcast.com Highest Self Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/highest-self-podcast-modern-spirituality-ayurveda/id1244644906?mt=2 Chris's episode (ep. 128): https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/128-mastering-your-online-business-skills-chris-harder/id1244644906?i=1000422090884&mt=2 Show Notes I'm really excited to sit down with someone who has quickly become a good friend, Sahara Rose. She is an Ayurvedic expert and two-time best-selling author, and if you're wondering what the heck Ayurveda is, you're about to find out. And trust me, you're going to want to know because it affects everything you do including how you attract and manage your money and how you run your business. You'll learn how to eat for success, how to hire the right personalities that will complement you for success and how to better manage your money based on which Ayurvedic types. So listen up, because this episode is going to be a game changer. Question Highlights: What is one of your superpowers? What is one thing you're challenged by? What is Ayurveda? Why is it that what works for one person may not work for another? What are the Ayurvedic archetypes? Can we break our habits? What are some tips you have that can help us even out and thrive more with our money and business? How did you discover that this was your passion? Tell me about your newest book, Eat Feel Fresh. Who should buy this book? As a Fire archetype, what should I be eating? Does one dosha tend to be more generous than another? What's one of your favorite moments of giving? Quotes "Sometimes there's no ROI on your dreams." "Maybe it doesn't make sense on paper, but it makes sense in your heart." "Your body is your office." Sahara Rose is the best-selling author of Eat Feel Fresh: A Plant-Based Ayurvedic Cookbook and Idiot's Guide to Ayurveda. She has been called "a leading voice for the millennial generation into the new paradigm shift" by Deepak Chopra, who wrote the foreword of both her titles. Sahara hosts the Highest Self Podcast, ranked as the #1 top podcast in the spirituality category on iTunes. She is an Abundance Mindset Expert and guides people to pave their path to freedom, joy and purpose. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode We Talk about: Setting boundaries Upholding boundaries Seven wealthy boundaries to help ensure strong finances Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! Show Notes Today's episode is all about setting boundaries – more importantly wealthy boundaries. First of all, setting boundaries in all areas of your is a very valuable thing, because when you set these strong, non-negotiable boundaries it naturally helps you achieve a stronger financial situation. So how and where do you set these boundaries? First and foremost, you must remember that: "Boundaries are set and kept, not by what you say, but by what you do." You can't expect people to respect your boundaries if you don't respect them yourself. "It's only a boundary if you reinforce it." When you're able to follow through and actually uphold your boundaries, others respect it as well. When you only talk about it without following through, it's just a wish, am I right? The following are a few "Wealthy Boundaries" that are a good starting point: Paying yourself first. Make a commitment to put away a certain amount of money weekly or monthly to build up your savings. My tip? Set up an auto deposit so it's done without you having to even think about it. Spending habits. What are you splurging on? How often? For me, I love watches and if I wanted to I could buy one whenever I wanted, but I've set this boundary. "I can never buy a watch unless it has a great story or accomplishment attached to it." Who you take advice or coaching from. You wouldn't take financial advice from a broke financial advisor, would you? No. Make sure the person who's doling out the advice is a proven expert and can actually help you. Lending money to friends and family. This is so important, especially as you continue to create more and more wealth. It's not saying you can't loan money to friends and family, but be sure to create clearly defined boundaries. Business budgets. These boundaries are often forgotten, but so important. Set budgets and stick to them, regardless if they're monthly, quarterly, annually or by percentage. Start and end of the work day. Make sure your start and end of your work day works for you and keeps you operating from a full cup. My day doesn't officially start until 11 a.m., and while I have no "end" time, my day always ends with a non-negotiable family walk. Giving. It is so important to give, but make sure you're not giving too much or too little. It's better to continuously give 10% of $100,000 than it is to give everything that's left over. Remember, being left with nothing promotes scarcity, which only pushes abundance away from you. I hope these wealthy boundaries have helped give you an idea of where you'd like more boundaries in your life! Regardless if you use the above or create new ones for yourself, always remember that boundaries only work when practiced and reinforced regularly. Good luck! Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How James went from being a sportscaster on ESPN's Sport Center to helping people sleep better Why James started reading a book a day Actionable tips to reading a book a day How James' 30-Day No Alcohol Challenge was created The positive side effects participants experienced during the challenge Leading with generosity Why James helped 11 charities in 11 weeks The effects of blue light and the glasses that James created to combat it Importance of sleep and how it impacts all areas of life, health and business Resources: IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesswanwick/ How James reads a book a day: https://youtu.be/Ew3KIRBuE5Q www.swanwicksleep.com www.jamesswanwick.com www.30daynoalcoholchallenge.com Show Notes If today's guest's voice or picture looks familiar to you, it's likely because you've seen James Swanwick at some point on ESPN. While that's where he found early success, since that time this Australian-American has become an incredibly successful entrepreneur, speaker, health coach and podcast host. We covered a variety of topics, but I was blown away by the common beliefs and habits we shared, including the act of reading a book a day. While I only did it for 30 days, James has been faithfully reading a book a day for years. James and I dig deep into his generosity practice and why he feels it's the only way to lead in order to form true and authentic relationships, why he gave up alcohol and now helps others do the same with his 30-Day No Alcohol Challenge. Genuinely wanting to help others, he also founded Swanwick Sleep that focuses on better sleep in a blue-light filled world. Be sure to check out the Resources here to follow all of the amazing things he's doing! Question Highlights: What is one of your favorite books? What is one of your superpowers? What is a challenge you're facing right now? Can you give us a high-level overview of your upbringing and how you got to where you are today? What are your practices to reading a book a day? Who's the most fascinating entrepreneur you've ever interviewed? Why did you quit drinking? What is your 30-Day No Alcohol Challenge? Can you tell me about a transformation that really stuck out to you? How does someone join your challenge? How are you able to connect people so well? What has being involved with charities done for you and which charities mean the most to you these days? What was the best lesson you took away from working with 11 charities in 11 weeks? What is the rage behind blue light-blocking glasses? Quotes "Just do it and do it now." "Your network impacts your net worth." "You have to lead with generosity with people in order to earn an authentic relationship with them." "There is no good, there is no bad – there's just happenings. Our perception makes it good or bad." James Swanwick is an Australian-American investor, entrepreneur, speaker, health coach and former SportsCenter anchor on ESPN and host of The James Swanwick Show podcast. He is the creator of blue-light blocking glasses Swannies from Swanwick Sleep, which helps people sleep better; and the 30 Day No Alcohol Challenge, which helps people reduce or quit alcohol. Forbes magazine voted him one of the Top 25 Networking Experts. Swanwick has interviewed celebrities including Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Kobe Bryant, David Beckham and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode We Talk about: What Chris overheard on his walk that led him to this episodes topic Why we all have to do better The tool that many of us are missing Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! Show Notes Today I'm calling us all out – myself included. It's time for us all to do better. In an effort to explain why I'm making such a profound statement, I'm going to tell you about a conversation I overheard the other day on a walk. There was a woman talking on her phone and I heard her tell the other person, "I can only afford to give you $20…I know it's not enough, but I hope it at least helps a little." First off, I want to commend two people for doing the right thing. One person is asking for help and another is offering help. But here's the thing, it's not good enough. How sad is it that one person only has an extra $20 to give a friend in need when she could be making more money. "We simply have to do better." Now believe me, I'm not judging either one of these people because I've been the asker and the giver. We've all fallen on hard times. Of course, we can chalk it up to "life happened to me" when something goes awry, but I can honestly say in my moments, "I happened to me." Do I believe bad things should happen to people – definitely not, but if this message stirs up something inside you, please hear it has a wake-up call. We have to do better. The woman I overheard is a good person but she wasn't making good money. She was missing the tool of money, and while it may seem like a no-brainer, we need more money to help more people. How amazing would it have been if she could have given her friend $2,000 without batting an eye? Amazing, right? What if we ALL could do that? Personally, I know I can do better too. I would love to give away millions and millions of dollars like some of my friends currently do but I'm not there yet. But just imagine it, if we all made enough money to solve every problem out there what this world would be. I hope this episode inspires you do keep striving to make a different and do better. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode We Talk about: What Hanhart Syndrome is and how it's impacted Nick's life Why energy is contagious Why Nick made the decision to amputate his right arm Turning outside noise into fuel Why Nick's parents are his heroes Why everything is a muscle Why Nick doesn't feel like he's doing "enough" sometimes Why Nick wants to give people experiences and take care of people when they need help Nick's new book, Victim to Victor The importance of storytelling in learning Resources: IG: @nicksantonastasso BookNickSanto.com Victim to Victor by Nick Santonastasso http://a.co/d/iDiPDRz Chris will send a copy of Victim to Victor to the first 20 people who DM him @chriswharder on IG requesting the book. Show Notes I first heard today's guest, Nick Santonastasso, speak at the recent THRIVE event I attended and I am so grateful I did. Not only is his story remarkable, but just the way he delivered his inspirational message on stage sent goosebumps straight up my arms. Born with Hanhart Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that left him without legs, an underdeveloped right arm and a left arm with only one finger, Nick's parents were told early on all the things he would likely never be able to do. His parents threw that list away and Nick has been shattering those glass ceilings ever since. As a fitness model, inspirational speaker and now author of the book, Victim to Victor, Nick is instilling his can-do-anything attitude and energy with the world. This was such an awesome conversation and I can't wait for you to hear the wisdom that comes out of this 22-year-old's mouth. Check out how you can get a free copy of Nick's book in Resources! Question Highlights: What is one of your superpowers? What is one of your favorite books? What is one thing you're challenged by right now? Who is someone who's changed your life? What can you tell us about Hanhart Syndrome? Do you remember the age you realized that you were born differently? What was it like growing up "different?" When was the first time that you shifted from having down-and-out feelings to being the inspiration you are today? What role did your parents play in who you are today? What is your one biggest piece of advice for parents today? What would "doing enough" look like? What do you believe the purpose of earning a significant amount of money and being successful is? What is the message of your book, Victim to Victor, and what makes it so special? Quotes "What are you willing to do to pivot?" "You need to focus 110% effort on whatever you're doing or you're going to sell yourself short." "If you believe in yourself to do great things, why would you sell yourself short?" "It's not selfish to level up." Nick Santonastasso is a medical miracle. Not only is he one of four people alive with the rare genetic condition, Hanhart Syndrome, the inspirational keynote speaker is an internationally known bodybuilder and fitness model – despite missing both his legs and one arm since birth. The high-energy youth shares his amazing story, showing people that anyone can thrive if they have the determination and willpower to go after what they want. When Nick was born, the doctors handed his parents a long list of things that he would never be able to do. Nick's parents politely thanked them and threw the list out. They raised Nick the same way they had raised his three able-bodied older siblings and instilled in him never to let the world tell him what he could or couldn't do. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode We Talk about: Seeking the good in everything Tips to help you change your perspective from negative to positive Retraining your brain Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! Show Notes Today I'm going to let you in on a secret hack that I believe accounts for all facets of my success – in all areas of my life. "Seek the good in everything." OK, I get it. This sounds really basic and is not a unique concept, but it's a game-changer. Here's a short story. A friend recently shared an article about a person who has given $10,000 to different people a handful of times. This particular instance showcased a waitress being left a $10,000 tip. Later the video they captured of the act was shared on YouTube to promote their brand. My friend told me, "what a shame that they're using this for self-promotion." Now, if you've followed me for a while, you know that I likely wouldn't call this part out about the situation. What I would call out is the fact that these people gave someone who likely needed it, $10,000 because I tend to see the positive of the situation. My friend and I went back and forth on this, but what's your take on it? Do you see the good in the situation or are you quick to find the potential negative? "You have to intentionally seek the good in every situation in order to get good results." When something bad happens to you, do you go into victim mode ("Poor me, why does this always happen to me?") or do you find the growth and education that can come from such moments? Now, everyone is free to think whatever thoughts they want, but I can tell you from personal experience that seeking the good will net more success in your life. So let's say you're the person who does tend to see the more negative side of things. I challenge you, for 30 days, to try looking for the good. It is possible to re-train your brain to think positively. Here are a few tips to help: Decide you're willing to try this concept to start seeing the positive. Come up with a mantra. Something along the lines of, "I seek the good in everything I come across." Catch yourself when you gravitate toward a negative though and quickly reframe it! This is crucial in training your brain to see the positive. I think you'll find that once you're able to see more of the positive, more success and opportunities in all areas of your life will follow. "People want to lock arms with people who see the possibilities of the world – not the hurdles." If you accept the challenge, please be sure to let me know over on Instagram! I can't wait to be blown away with all the positivity! Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

I'm so excited to have my friend and fellow masterminder, Jeff Ragan, on the show today. As the founder of KiZE Concepts, his story really showcases what it truly means to be generous. Seeing food as something that links us all together, he took a risk with his peanut butter "fudge-like" bar and founded KiZE Concepts in an effort to change lives through food, service and charity. Jeff admits that the process has always had its challenges – especially since he knew nothing about running a business – but it's been an enjoyable fight nonetheless because he knows he's helping others (KiZE helps feed 1,000 kids a day in Haiti) and inspiring others to do the same. Get ready for a knowledge- and inspiration-packed episode that will have you motivated to give more in all areas of life. Jeff's energy is contagious and I can't wait to hear what kind of an impact our conversation has on you! In This Episode We Talk About: Where the idea of KiZE originated Jeff's 3E Principle (Easy, Enjoyable and Energizing) What gives Jeff energy The many KiZE packaging struggles and iterations Why Jeff doesn't want people to think his company's generosity is for marketing Being unified by food KiZE's love-based business model Generosity and giving Being authentic and realizing it's not about you KiZE's mission work in Haiti Resources: Receive 20% off any order by using the code CHRIS HARDER at https://kizeconcepts.com/shop Instagram: @kizeconcepts, @thekizeguys Email Jeff at [email protected] See How Your KiZE Support Helps Feed Those Around the World: https://youtu.be/JhM3BcQUw-Q Question Highlights: What is one of your superpowers? What is one thing you're challenged by? What is one of your favorite accomplishments? Where did the idea of KiZE come from? Were you a budding entrepreneur your entire life or did it begin in college? Where did your generous and loving heart come from? When did you decide to put your "fudge" into a wrapper to sell to people? What was the toughest thing you had to overcome with your business? Can you apply the 3E Principle to business? Where did you get the skill set to build your company? When did feeding 1,000 kids a day become a part of the KiZE mission? Is it better to give out loud or give in the dark? What's next for KiZE? Quotes "Life happens when you give it away." "Be great, love people and spread joy." "The only risk for me was not taking one." "Between experience and referencing others' experiences is how you learn." "The desire to reach your destination keeps you going." "Resources + Relationships = Real Life Change for the Those Being Given to and the Giver" "See and feed the need." "You're either a grower or a slower." "The pursuit of your dream is your dream." Jeff Ragan is the joy-filled Founder/CEO of KiZE Concepts Inc., an Oklahoma City-based healthy lifestyle company with a mission, passion, and purpose to change lives through food, service, and charity. KiZE's flagship product is the KiZE Bars – clean & simple, gluten free, non-GMO, energy bars with a life changing give-back component. Each KiZE Bar helps create local and global impact. KiZE's global initiative is a community building and transformational relationship in Haiti where 1,000 kids are fed daily in Haiti. Other efforts include providing resources and relationships to create the family-centered orphan home, school, and community to help not only survive but thrive! Jeff's goal is to change the world for the better by "feeding" people in mind, body, heart, and soul so they live the best life possible and help others do the same. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Being paralyzed by perfectionism Steps to help eliminate perfectionism Taking action regardless if you're ready or not Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! Show Notes Today I'm speaking on a topic that is all too familiar to me and that is perfectionism. I've had so many missed experiences because I was so worried about what people thought and what I really should have been worrying about is getting results. I can't even imagine how many opportunities I've missed out on just because it wasn't "perfect" in my eyes. While I still experience small instances that pop up on occasion, know that everything I share with you is from my own personal experiences and will help you eliminate some, if not all, your perfectionism tendencies as well. I know it may seem difficult now, but I assure you that it's not as bad as you think. Just take it one step at a time. "Your dreams are counting on you to get over your perfection and start taking action." Face and acknowledge your perfection. It's necessary for you to feel the pain so you are spurred to take action. Declare it to the world – especially to those people who you're afraid to tell. Declare that you're going to change your habits. Heck, tag me @chriswharder so I can cheer you on! Start talking more out loud about your fears and mistakes. You'll be surprised at the response of those who want to support you and also hear how you overcame any mistakes or learned from them. Choose to become more committed to action over perfection. And make sure to reward yourself – in a big or small way – for taking that action. Chart your actions even if they're imperfect (that's the idea). Make it your new, imperfect normal. Make a list of why you are epic just the way you are. Think of it as another form of gratitude practice. Do it daily, weekly etc. – but make it a regular practice so it gets locked in. Take it a step further by making a list of 20 people who you love or look up to in your life and next to their name, write a mistake they've made. Review and notice that you still love them despite their flaws. Read more biographies of big names who you look up to and you'll realize that all of them have made a disastrous mistake one time or another and they still were successful. Give yourself hard deadlines. Get comfortable with releasing something – whatever it is – even if it's not perfect. You can always tweak or make changes later. "Stop getting ready to get ready." If you practice even a couple of the above habits consistently, I know you'll be able to smash through the confines of perfection not only in business but in ALL areas of your life. Now, go take action! Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why humans are like German Shepards What brought on Bedros' panic attacks at age 38 The difference between a marketer and entrepreneur How Bedros used the lessons of Navy Seals and other special forces to help him turn Fit Body Boot Camp and his life around Why Bedros' book is titled Man Up What it means to be an "intra-preneur" Getting behind your purpose and going ALL in to fight depression Bedros' new book, Man Up Resources: bedroskeuilian.com ManUp.com Purchase and send in your receipt to [email protected] to receive a bonus! IG: @bedroskeuilian FB: facebook.com/bedroskeuilian Bedros' previous episode on FTLOM: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/50-from-dumpster-diver-to-empire-builder-bedors-keuilian/id1215523596?i=1000391535553&mt=2 Show Notes I can't believe it's been a year since I had one of my favorite human beings, Bedros Keuilian, on the show, but I'm sure glad he's here today to talk about his new book, Man Up. As the founder of Fit Body Boot Camp, he has overcome so much to get where he is today (check out his incredible story in his first FTLOM episode in Resources). Today, we're talking about one of Bedros' lower points in life when he was experiencing panic attacks as the result of a failing business. He talks about how he navigated through that process bit by bit and discovered a strategy and mindset that kicked himself into gear – he made the choice to Man Up! Bedros committed to go all in – in all areas of life – in order to fulfill his purpose. Tune in to hear about some of the steps he took that led him to this discovery, or better yet, grab his book and read about them all! Question Highlights: What is your favorite quote? What is one of your superpowers? What is one thing you're challenged by? What is one of your favorite accomplishments? Who is one person who's changed your life? Can you tell us about your panic attack at age 38? How did you turn your lowest of lows around? What moves are you going to make to reach your goal of 34 franchises a month? What has changed since your panic attack? Are you getting any backlash around your book title and what do you say to those people who say this title isn't for them? What is your secondary and equally important message in your book that you're treat to get across? Why are you not afraid to be unapologetic about who you are and what your message is? What is the one generous thing coming up yet this year that you're excited about? Quotes "Circumstance does not change responsibility." "Sometimes instead of building talent, you recruit talent, and that collapses time and allows you to get speed and results in a shorter time." "Control what you can control and cope with what you can't." "When you're suffering in silence, your family is suffering out loud." "Man up! Stop making excuses, take control of your situation and rise to your potential." "The only time you have depression and anxiety is when you lack commitment and fulfillment from somewhere else." Bedros Keuilian is a high performance coach, speaker, and business consultant. He's the founder and CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp, a two time Inc. 5000 listed business and one of the nation's fastest growing franchises, and an investor in over a dozen companies ranging from software, digital media agencies, and educational and consulting services. He's known as the hidden genius that entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, and thought leaders turn to when they want to quickly scale their businesses and build impact-focused brands. An immigrant from a communist country turned hugely successful entrepreneur, Bedros uses the stage, TV and social media platforms to share his personal Immigrant Edge and American Dream story to help inspire audiences worldwide to reach their fullest potential. Bedros Keuilian has been featured and quoted in publications such as Inc. Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Home Business Magazine, The Native Society, YoungUpstarts.com, Franchising USA, RadioMD, Active, the Huffington Post, About.com, ChiefExecutive.net, Dr. Oz, The Good Life, CBS Small Business, and several international business publications worldwide. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

I'll be honest with you, some nights it would be easier to shut down at 5, crack open a beer and Netflix and chill with Lori – and put my worries away until the next day. But deep down I know that I won't be satisfied with that when I know I've got big things to do and lives to change. Building a great business is truly an act of love. We don't want to waste the gifts we've been given. This doesn't mean that everyone should be an entrepreneur – trust me when I say that we need people with other gifts that usually support people like me. But being an entrepreneur takes sacrifice, and here's four reasons why it's also an act of love. You're building solutions people need. You're improving peoples' lives with your solutions. If you don't provide these solutions that people need to protect your ego, time and energy, it's actually an act of selfishness. You're creating jobs. All the supporters of your business? You're creating jobs for them, showcasing their talents and giving other gifts along the way. You're creating wealth the world needs. You're not just creating wealth for yourself, you're creating wealth for others. Think of the trickle effect it has when you buy a house. Banks, title companies, builders, insurance etc. – the list goes on and on. You're inspiring others to do the same. When you build your business and share in your area of expertise, you're showing others the way by example. "You create an entrepreneur by being an entrepreneur." So you see, building a great business is an act of love – for yourself and others. Doing anything less with the gifts that you were given is actually an act of selfishness. Not sure about you, but I'll choose love and inspiration over selfishness any day. In This Episode We Talk about: Why building a great business is an act of love Four ways that prove building a business is an act of love Why building a business inspires and creates wealth for others Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind as well as VIP Days and one-on-one coaching. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind or drop Chris a line at [email protected]! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Today's guest and former NFL star, Steve Weatherford, and I have been trying to connect and get him on the show for a year now. But we both came to the same consensus that this specific timing was meant to be. With so many revelations happening recently for this former American football player, Steve feels called now more than ever to uncover all of them and share them with others in podcasts like this (and on his own new podcast show – link in Resources). Today, Steve and I do a deep-dive into all aspects of his life, past and present, focusing not just on what he's done or doing now, but most importantly about what he's passionate about and what lights him up. Steve gives permission to all men out there who feel they need to portray an "alpha" man to share their vulnerability instead. We don't have to focus on our inadequacies – we get to focus on the wins, too. This is such a life-changing (possibly life-saving for some) episode for so many reasons and I'm so excited for you all to listen in. Be sure to let both Steve and I know what your takeaways are! -- Question Highlights: What do you really want to be known for? Do you feel like there's a value in sharing your journey as you're becoming this entrepreneur and kind of leaving it the past you're know for behind? Why now? What made you go down the toughest path I'm guessing you've gone down yet? How did you make the shift? Can you participate in philanthropy now from a place of the right intention – and for you? Is it better to give in the dark, give out loud or something in between? In This Episode We Talk about: Being authentic Where Steve's at in the middle of his transcending journey The importance of sharing vulnerability Performance anxiety in the NFL Why men don't have to suffer alone Why you don't have to cover up anxiety or pain achievements Why the "doing" isn't enough The two different ways to take action Why Steve wants to inspire people Steve's new podcast, The Steve Weatherford Show Celebrating the moments when you show up as yourself The power of imperfection What Steve did to capture his father's attention Why Steve doesn't look for praise anymore Steve's take on giving And so much more… -- Steve's Thoughts… "I don't want my life to be about things that I've done, I want it to be about the things that I am." "I am more than what I do." "If how you feel about you is predicated of others' opinions of you, you're not powerful – you're powerless." "I'm leading a crusade for alpha men to show vulnerability in order to gain strength and mastery of themselves." "My greatest achievement is being myself." "If I serve people, I need to know what the pulse of my community is." "You can never fail at being yourself." -- Steve Weatherford is a former American football punter for the New York Giants. He also played for the New Orleans Saints, Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars and the New York Jets. Steve is a dedicated husband, doting father, an all-around family man, avid health and fitness role model, a nationally recognized philanthropist, and a Super Bowl winning Punter. Most recently, Steve released his own podcast, The Steve Weatherford Show. He has been recognized nationwide for his charitable endeavors including being the recipient of the coveted Wellington Mara Award for outstanding community service. He is a spokesperson for several other non-profits through his various initiatives, he has served as a role model to over 100,000 youths with his primary outreach focused on children, health and fitness, and family. -- The Steve Weatherford Show: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/steve-weatherford-show-secrets-to-high-performance/id1436670002?mt=2 IG: @weatherford5 FB: https://www.facebook.com/Official.Steve.Weatherford For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

One of the most popular questions I get is how Lori and I as a couple make financial decisions. It's not surprising when you see everywhere just how stressful finances can be. So today, I'm sharing a few game-changing ground rules that will help you feel better about your and your partner's relationship with money. Set your ego aside. Regardless if you're the sole bread winner or you both work, no ONE person is at fault. You should both have a strong interest in your financial goals. (If you don't, this is your wake-up call to start!) This is a team effort and no one is meant carry the burden alone. Ensure there are no secrets, share your fears and keep those old financial stories out of it. "Living in the now is the only way to have certainty of your financial future." Learn your partner's communication style. This is imperative. Keep in mind that your partner will not hear you if your message is being given in a way they cannot receive. Trust me. When Lori and I first began working together, this took us 6 months to figure out. Have a budget and set goals. Make it fun and dream together. If you've never had a budget, I recommend checking out Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University. "Your budget is your financial roadmap to your goals." Schedule regular celebrations. Yes! Make "money dates" something to look forward to. Once a month shoot to go out and celebrate in your favorite way and take this time to acknowledge what went well, what mistakes were made and what you need to work on. Truly aim to air out any issues at this time unless it is more urgent. "What doesn't get celebrated won't be repeated." In closing and in order for these steps to work, you must practice integrity when it comes to achieving your goals. Make sure you're adhering to the above and your feelings around finances – especially as a couple – will lead to more harmony and abundance in all aspects of life. In This Episode We Talk about: Four tips that will change the financial game for you as a couple Why no one is at fault Learning different communication styles Why you need to schedule in regular celebrations Resources: Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind to apply! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Today's conversation with the one and only Natalie Jill of Natalie Jill Fitness is long overdue, but I feel like we're connecting at the perfect time all the same. Having been friends with Natalie Jill for quite some time now, her initial rock-bottom comeback story is amazing, but after experiencing another setback recently, her story is both inspiring and eye-opening. Natalie Jill's journey began 15 years ago when she found herself at rock bottom – she was a divorced single mom who lost her house, her retirement and gained a lot of weight. She created a vision board to inspire her to make changes, but took it one step further by posting the process on social media for accountability. Not only did she find accountability, she also found a following that quickly led to a $3 million-plus business. Seemingly having it all figured out, it was a shock when Natalie Jill realized that her "following" wasn't hers and she saw a dramatic downslide to her business. With changing algorithms and a saturated market, she desperately attempted to turn it around by throwing money out to find a solution. Hundreds of thousands of dollars later, Natalie Jill went back to her initial strategy and that was to make authentic connections again – and it's working like a charm. Natalie Jill gets super honest and vulnerable throughout this episode and reveals what it truly means to be an entrepreneur – the highs and the rock-bottom lows. No stranger to those lows, it definitely made me reflect on how I can better connect with people both in my programs and following. What strides could you make if you connected on a more authentic level? -- Question Highlights: What's your favorite quote? What is your superpower? Who is someone who's changed your life? What is one of your biggest accomplishments? [When you hit rock bottom], were you more scared that people were going to find out just how bad everything was or were you more scared that your life was changing and transitioning with so many changes so quickly? What was the first steps/thoughts in reconciling where you were at and stepping forward? How did you start to build momentum? How much money have you invested in "coaches" that weren't the right fit? What would you have done differently? You've gone from broke to a $3 million business and back to broke – how has your happiness varied with different levels of income/net worth – or has it? How did your friends change or show up as you went through declines? What's the most important lesson you're drawing from your 15-year roller coaster journey? What are you building now? Where do you think the next safest place to build a following should be? In This Episode We Talk about: Natalie's rock bottom moments The first steps Natalie Jill took to move forward after her rock bottom How accountability and sharing her journey led to her initial success Making authentic connections What went wrong with Natalie Jill's success Social media and how it impacted her success Getting back to being authentic Failures and self-doubt Natalie Jill's new podcast (Leveling Up: Creating Everything from Nothing) Why Natalie Jill is shifting her focus to smaller group interactions Natalie Jill's new book, "Aging in Reverse" (releases May 2019) And so much more… -- Natalie Jill's Thoughts… "Excuses or solutions – you decide." "Those little steps, over time, add up to big things." "The only difference between where we are now and where we want to be is our thoughts and actions." "It was never about my own specific vision, it was specifically about what are they asking for next and let me create that for them." "It took crashing and burning for me to finally realize what I learned 10 years ago at my rock bottom. It's about being vulnerable, being real and connecting with people and it's not about what somebody else is going to do for me." "My happiness does not relate to money – it relates to connection." "It's not a following thing, it's a connecting thing." -- Once upon a time, Natalie Jill lost her house, her retirement, her marriage ended and she gained a lot of weight. She was at ROCK BOTTOM. At the time she was in her late thirties and felt doomed. She had all kinds of nagging "False Aggravating Truths" that she believed about herself. She felt too old, too broke, too overweight and too depressed to do anything. She had so many Self Imposed Stops that were in her way. Something had to shift. Her beliefs weren't working for her. She started by changing her STATE and decided she was NOT those self-imposed stops and created a vision for MORE. In a nutshell, she turned it all around, got her life back and became an inspiration to others. Now, she kills FAT for a living. The Fat on bodies AND that F.A.T. getting in the way. -- NatalieJillFitness.com Leveling Up: Creating Everything from Nothing Podcast IG: NatalieJillFit FB: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejillfit/ For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instag

There's a misconception out there that only the people who are down and out struggle with their money mindset. I couldn't disagree with that more – very successful people also feel the same fear. In fact, the other day, I received an DM from a young, super successful woman on Instagram. (By the way, I love getting messages and questions from you so feel free to send them my way @chriswharder). This 24-year-old woman shared how while she was presently super successful, she was terrified of being successful and having it ripped away. See, when she was younger (age 14) her father lost his job and to make ends meet she ended up having to work 5-7 jobs to keep the household afloat. Can anyone relate to this? I know I can. Following are the five tips I shared with this woman to help her work through and manage her fear: It's better to have something to begin with then to never get it in the first place. It's good to have a healthy fear so you keep working hard. Don't see it as fear, see it as urgency. Be present. Live in the now. You're doing great – enjoy it! Stop worrying about something in the future that may or may not happen (hint: it probably won't). Your abundance that you have right now is because you had the talent to create it. You can't lose that ability to create more of it! "It's not your current assets that make you rich. It's your ability to create wealth at any time." Hire a coach to help you keep the right perspective and keep growing. Whether it's one on one or a mastermind, up-level your tribe! Thanks so much again to this woman (who knows who she is) for sharing your story. You've helped so many others and helped me turn it into an incredible episode in the process. I can't wait to hear who else has a similar story – be sure to share with me on IG! In This Episode We Talk about: Money mindset One listener's fear of losing it all Chris' five tips to move through fear Resources: Aligned Enrollment is OPEN but closes Thursday, Sept. 27! Go to BecomeAligned.com to learn more and to receive a special bonus before it goes away! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

I don't even know where to begin telling you about today's guest, Ashley Stahl. I met Ashley in my mastermind group, but it was recently that I really sat down to hear her story, and wow! Prepare yourself to be in awe of her mind-blowing journey so far. While now a career coach and writer with successful business, her career journey began early on at age 23 in Washington D.C. at the Pentagon managing a high-level counter-terrorism program. She excelled in the position and knew that it looked good on paper, but she knew it wasn't the right fit when she wound up with a bag over her head in a routine drill. Ashley knew she could continue on, but she also knew that she wasn't staying true to who she was. Ashley left the Pentagon and high-tailed it back to L.A. where she grew up, found another job in intelligence in the private sector, but also started a side hustle as a career coach. That side hustle is now a thriving business, and as you'll hear in this episode, it was full of highs and lows (millionaire to broke to millionaire). Be sure to listen in as she walks us through her challenging moments and how she's still working on releasing limiting beliefs around money, success and relationships. Ashely offers a broad spectrum of empowering advice and I hope it inspires you to do more as well. -- Question Highlights: What's one thing you're challenged by? What's one of your superpowers? Who is someone who's changed your life? What is one of your favorite accomplishments? Can you tell us about your counter-terrorist job with the Pentagon at only 23 years old? How did you get your job at the Pentagon? How did you make and lose $5 million? When did your success go the wrong direction? What's the verdict? Have your key people stayed in your life despite your success ups and downs? How has your view of money changed? Do you have a favorite moment of giving? In This Episode We Talk about: Ashley's education path How Ashley wound up working in Washington D.C. at the Pentagon The magic of human connection Ashley's "You Turn" moment Ashley's career path from the Pentagon to career coach Navigating through a loss and struggle money mindset Automated webinars Why Ashley had the belief that success and fear always occurred together How attorneys and Ashley sabotaged her success False urgency The work Ashley is doing to release the belief that people are going to screw her over The role generosity has played in Ashley's life And so much more… -- Ashley's Thoughts… "Never rob someone of their rock bottom." "If you're a wobbly coach, you're going to get a wobbly customer." "I became an entrepreneur because I'm creative, not to fix things." "Quitting can be for winners. There is a glory in quitting." "The trauma wasn't in losing my money – that was a gift." "It's priceless to be able to go out in the world and be yourself." "Worthiness is our birthright." -- Ashley Stahl is an angel investor, writer and career coach who empowers job seekers around the world in finding their purpose and landing more job offers. At age 23, Stahl managed a high-level program for the Pentagon, for which she was named a "Top 99 Foreign Policy Leader Under 33" by Diplomatic Courier Magazine and Young Professionals in Foreign Policy. Next, she was named Power 30 Under 30 leader by Apex Society for her work running the Global Threat Intelligence Team at a global political risk consultancy. While preparing senior officials for the front lines of the war on terror, Ashley launched her leadership firm, Ashley International Inc., which offers private coaching and unparalleled online programs to empower Millennials to find their purpose, land more job offers and increase their income. She's worked with thousands of job seekers in 25 countries via her online program, the Limitless Career Lab. Ashley Stahl is a columnist for Forbes on the topic of Gen Y, careers and leadership, and also blogs for her own career blog at www.ashleyinternational.com. Her work has been featured on FOX News, the Wall Street Journal, SELF Magazine, the Washington Post, TEDx, Newsweek and more. Ashley earned her Master's degree in international relations from King's College London, and another Master's in Spiritual Psychology at the University of Santa Monica. She holds a Bachelor's degree from University of Redlands in government, history and French. She's fluent in French and intermediate in Arabic. -- AshleyInternational CakePublishing.com You Turn Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/you-turn-podcast-w-ashley-stahl/id1382321276?mt=2 IG: ashleystahl For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Some may find it hard to believe but everyone, and I mean everyone, has a ceiling. Yes, even Bill Gates, Oprah Winfrey or any other wildly successful person has one. And here's why: "Everybody has a ceiling or they'd be higher than they are now." For example, let's say a person is making $100K a year. Why aren't they making $200K? Because they have a ceiling. You can change the numbers, but you'll still get the same answer. But here's the good news. Every ceiling can be lifted. If you need a visual, think about those cheap drop-down tile ceilings that people used to put in their finished basements. When installed, yes, there's a ceiling there, but it can easily be busted through to expose more space above it. And you can do the same with your "ceiling." Here are five steps to help you do just that. Acknowledge that you have a ceiling and you've hit it. Now look for patterns and see how you can change it. Choose to bust through the ceiling. This is your moment to burn the boats! "Make sure it's a real choice to bust through your ceiling – not just a desire." Choose new beliefs. Choose to believe what is possible. Look for evidence and beliefs to support why you're worthy. Choose new rituals. Reinforce your beliefs with new rituals. Read more, take new courses, set better boundaries, meditate more (or start), schedule forced creative time – the options are endless. Just know that your new beliefs won't stay if you don't reinforce them. Uplevel your tribe. Your current tribe may be holding you back. This can be difficult, but know that you're never leaving anyone behind because they always have the choice to come along. Choose people who have been where you want to go. "Most people are in a habit of choosing people that make them feel good, not people that make them do better." All of the above steps build on top of one another and you can't support one without the other. Because we know how important it is to have guidance when it comes to navigating this, we've created our life course, Aligned, that helps you choose new beliefs and rituals – and also connects you to a new tribe. Enrollment just opened this week and we're so excited to help others on this journey! Join now and receive a special bonus! In This Episode We Talk about: Why it's impossible to not have a ceiling Five steps to help you bust through any ceiling Chris and Lori's life course, Aligned Resources: Aligned Enrollment is OPEN! Go to BecomeAligned.com to learn more and to receive a special bonus. For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Hey everyone, I'm back and I've got my amazing wife, Lori Harder, back on the show and today we're sharing some of our most impactful stories that have helped lead us to the full-circle rich lives we're leading now. We're far from perfect and that's exactly why we love sharing our ups and downs with as many people possible – even if they're super embarrassing. Tune in to hear four+ stories and lessons we've learned along the way and let us know if you can relate. Wanna hear more? Be sure to check out our Free Video Training at BecomeAligned.com. -- In This Episode We Talk about: "The Great Chicken Nugget Battle of 2006" Taking ownership of your life, stories, happiness and dreams The gap between good and great Why Chris decided to read 30 books in 30 days Why giving is the secret to getting everything you want Having an attitude of abundance Giving with no contingencies or expectations Building intentional tribes Waffles' dog training and how it applies to your habits and beliefs Why anxiety is a result of no boundaries Reinforcing habits and beliefs you want to keep in your life Moving away from relationships that are holding you back Why ego is your greatest overhead Acknowledging and working around your ego And so much more… Quotes "I believe we were put here to live a really full-circle, rich life." – Chris Harder "Action creates clarity." – Lori Harder "You are 100% responsible for the outcome of every moment in your life." – Chris Harder "Giving is the secret to getting everything you want." – Chris Harder "Build tribes for where you are going and not for where you're at." – Lori Harder -- Resources: Aligned Registration Opens soon. Sign up to be the first to know when and to receive a free training at BecomeAligned.com For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

I've been wanting to talk about today's topic for a while and am excited to dive in to whether or not the statement "Money is power," is true. And if it is true, who should have the power? The good guys or the bad guys? First off, I do believe that money is power because we all get an opportunity to "vote" with our dollars. The more money you have, the more say you have. People with more money are often looked up to more as a guiding example and they tend to have more of a responsibility with that power as well. They're leaders and they don't hoard their power, they share it. The only catch? We want power in the hands of good people who are going to do the above. This same principle is shared in the book, "The Traveler's Gift" by Andy Andrews. Here are a couple of his quotes that sum it up nicely and also mirror a good portion of the For the Love of Money philosophy, too "To do great deeds, great power is essential." – Andy Andrews "If money is power, do not run from power. Gather it as you would the finest fruit. Power in the hands of a good person is like a drink of water on a hot summer day. It refreshes everyone with whom it comes in contact with." – Andy Andrews Andy goes on to describe that there are three different levels of power: Those who have enough money and power to get by Those who make enough to make things more comfortable for their families and sometimes a few others Those who make enough to change the world. They ignore what's popular and do what's right to lead hundreds and thousands of others toward the right thing. We all have the capacity to do more, but so many of us fear it. I encourage you to stop being afraid to step out and grab that power! And similar to what my podcast says every week: "Grab your power and use it for good!" In This Episode We Talk about: Whether or not money is power The book, "The Traveler's Gift" The three levels of power Resources: The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews http://a.co/d/447WBMI Aligned Enrollment opens soon! Go to BecomeAligned.com, sign up and be the first to know when it opens and also receive our free three-part video training. VIP Days with Chris. Email [email protected] to start the conversation and see if it's a good fit! Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind to apply! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

I'm so glad that I was introduced to the founder and CEO of Disruptive Advertising, Jacob Baadsgaard. I was pulled to interview him instantly when I saw the powerful link between his income and generosity level. Believing that tithing supports an abundance mindset he's also incorporated those beliefs into his business too, but creating a company charity committee. In addition to the above, Jacob created Disruptive Advertising to help other businesses get the most out of their Facebook and Google ad dollars by getting their data in order and creating the right website experience. With clients spending millions per month in ads, it's obvious Jacob and his team know what they're doing. In this episode, he shares a few key tips that contributed to his success in hopes that it may help you turn around the performance of yours. I hope our conversation inspires you to do and give more, too! -- Question Highlights: What's one thing you're challenged by? How did you develop your company's charity committee and how does it work? Can you give us an example of where you donated money and worked physically on a project? What side effects have you seen in your team as a result of giving? What does Disruptive Advertising do for people? What sets you apart from other similar companies? What are you doing differently as an entrepreneur that others aren't doing in their first year to get past 7 figures in revenue right away? Have you always been entrepreneurial? What's a massive hiccup or hurdle you've had to navigate through? What's something that people should be doing that they're not when it comes to digital marketing? Where does your generosity come from? How do you want your kids to grow up and view money? What role has your faith played in your capability to be successful? In This Episode We Talk about: Why Jacob makes giving a priority Why tithing supports an abundant mindset What sets Disruptive Advertising apart from other companies Why you should say no to bad revenue Specific vs. generic targeting Why less is more in ads Tips for hiring new people What you should be doing when it comes to digital marketing for your business Generosity How Jacob wants his kids to view money The role faith has played in Jacob's success Creating good environments for growth in life and business And so much more… -- Jacob's Thoughts… "The more I put in the world, the more comes back." "We come in, we kick ass, and we are great at what we do so we can provide wealth for ourselves and have enough left over to make a difference in the community." -- After growing one of his first PPC clients from 25 to 250 employees, Jake realized he had a gift for using pay-per-click marketing to drive dramatic business results. To help more companies succeed online, Jake founded Disruptive Advertising, a PPC, and CRO management agency that has helped hundreds of companies realize unprecedented growth and profitability from the online advertising. In the four years since its founding, Disruptive Advertising has grown from two employees working in Jake's basement to a flourishing agency with more than 90 employees and a run rate of over $12 million – putting it at #145 on the 2017 Inc 500 list! Jakes ability to assess and clearly explain complicated issues has made him a favorite in a variety of forums. Jake is a regular contributor on a variety of blogs including notable publications like Entrepreneur, Forbes and SearchEngine Land where his wit and ability to make even tedious topics engaging elicits rave reviews from his readers. Jake's humor, charm, and insight aren't limited to the written word, though. He has spoken at numerous events and webinars including SMX, Kissmetrics, Create Nation, Unbounce, PRSA, Starfest, VWO and others and has a gift for both entertaining and educating his audience. Attendees usually leave comments on how much they enjoyed his sessions – and how much he gave them to think about. As a business owner, author, and speaker, Jacob Baadsgaard's witty, thoughtful and genuine approach to pay-per-click advertising makes him a compelling leader in the digital marketing arena! -- DisruptiveAdvertising.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/jbaadsgaard/ For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Has anyone ever asked you, "Why isn't this good enough? You've already done x-y-z, so what do you want to do more?" Most often the people who ask have good intentions, but they don't understand that you're called to do bigger things. And this can be painful for others or make them feel threatened for a couple different reasons. First, they may just feel threatened and afraid that you'll move on and leave them behind. And secondly, it forces them to look in the mirror and where they're at and they're not liking what reflects back. But what they don't realize is that almost none of us have done what we're called to do – at least all aspects of it. We're not built to remain the same (just look at nature!) and that means that we have to keep striving for more. "Life isn't meant to be good enough; it's meant to keep growing." So if anyone questions you, don't feel offended. They're just not tapped into their higher calling yet, and you're entitled to pursue anything you want. This isn't good enough because you're called to change more lives by following that calling and living a better life each and every day. In This Episode We Talk about: Why you should be unapologetic for what you have Why what you have may not be good enough Why your quest for more threatens others Resources: VIP Days with Chris. Email [email protected] to start the conversation and see if it's a good fit! Now accepting applications for the 2019 For the Love of Money Mastermind. Go to fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind to apply! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.