The Chris Harder Show

Top fitness entrepreneur and founder of JillFit, Jill Coleman, has always had a love for fitness and was confident in her ability to effectively train herself and others. It was only when she decided to move her business completely online that she realized she had a lot to learn. Immersing herself in all things business from books to a business coach, Jill built a business that now helps others build an online platform for their own fitness business. As with anything, her success didn't grow overnight, however with an abundant and authentic mindset, she now has waitlists for her programs. Jill truly believes that there is enough for everyone and if you're staying authentic to who you are, you're always going to attract the right people – and more money to go with it. If you're looking to catapult your fitness business (or any other business) forward, this podcast is sure to inspire you to take action – especially if that action isn't perfect. Don't miss business lessons and nuggets of wisdom from this seasoned entrepreneur! -- Question Highlights: What is the back story to your successful fitness entrepreneur journey? Has perfectionism held you back and if so, how did you break through that? Were you 100% sure with the decision to move your business completely online? How do you find time to balance fun and business? How did you know it was time to start delegating in order to leverage your time? How did you convince yourself to invest in business coaching? Why are masterminds so effective? What trend are you seeing when it comes to money mindsets? What role has generosity played in your business? In This Episode You Will Learn: About Jill's fitness entrepreneurial journey How perfectionism can hold you back About the significance of choosing time over money Why investing before you're ready can catapult your business The benefits of having an abundance mentality Why Jill prioritizes her work over the money Why it's so important to give not only money, but time, knowledge and emotional bandwidth And so much more… Jill's Thoughts… "I'm not going to be for everyone, but the people I'm for I'm going to deliver them the best value." "I'm willing to take coaching or feedback, but it has to be from a source I trust." "Know what you're good at, play to your strengths and do the best with the rest of it." "The more I spend, the more I bring in." "If I enjoy what I'm doing and I enjoy what I put out, I'm going to do more of it and keep doing it." "The more money I've made, the more I've given." "If it's not shared, it's not valuable." "I prefer the messiest action over the most perfect inaction." "The more I invest in myself, into others and experience, the more I get back 10-fold." -- Jill Coleman, is the co-founder of Metabolic Effect Inc. and the owner of JillFit, a health and wellness brand, with a unique focus on mindset. She holds a master's degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and a BS in Health & Exercise Science from Wake Forest University. Jill's 16-year journey in the health and fitness industry began when she got her very first job at a gym just for the free membership at 15. Since then, it's a been a whirlwind of education in exercise science and nutrition, fitness competitions, landing several national covers for fitness modeling and plenty of business growth. Jill's work has been featured in SELF magazine, Family Circle, SHAPE, Women's Health magazine, Prevention magazine, among others. Jill's passion lies in coaching in the areas of mindset, body and business, which she does via her elite yearly membership for women, The Best of You Coaching Club. -- Resources: Best of You – Year-Long Business Mentorship Program in the Fitness Space bit.ly/jf_boy2018 IG: @jillfit FB: facebook.com/JillFit/ -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Ah, balance – it's something you hear a lot of about. So is it real or is it a fairy tale? If the mere mention of balance has you feeling conflicted, you're not alone. Do we let flow just happen or do we take the bull by the horns and make it happen? As an entrepreneur, you have people like Tim Ferriss who promote a four-hour workweek while spending your time on remote islands or anywhere else in the world you want to work. And then you have the die-hard, Gary Vaynerchuk's, who are all about the hustle and working harder and harder. Honestly, I agree with both sides of that coin because either way and at some point, you're going to feel guilty. It sets in when you're working hard and take a break or not working as hard. Or it happens when you've got your sleeves rolled up, working hard and people tell you you've gotten out of touch and they never see you. That's why I believe that daily or weekly balance is a myth – or at the very least, it's misleading. "Balance is something that's always changing and that's the key. You need to honor it and change with it." Lori and I like to talk about in terms of "seasons." I cannot stress the importance enough of honoring the season you're in. Don't let someone else dictate what you should be doing, what do you feel like doing? "The key is to trade 'should' with 'I feel like.'" Pay attention to what you're feeling like. Are you amped and ready to power through for an extended period of time, or do you feel like going to the beach and eating pizza? Whichever season it is, know that eventually you're going to want a change. If you're working hard and in a productive mode, you're eventually going to want a period of rest, travel or play. On the flip side, those beach days will soon lead to boredom and restlessness and you'll likely crave a productive season. While I'm no expert, my typical "doing" season is about 120 days max and my season of "rest" follows for about 30-45 days. Again, these are just MY seasons – yours may be very different as there's no magic formula. Balance is purely subjective – it all boils down to how YOU feel. So in an effort to help you find balance between your seasons, I challenge you to do two things: Listen to and honor your season. Ignore all social media and other influencers (yes, even me) who are in a different season than you. Trust me. It will only make you feel guilty, Once you figure out this balance, I know you'll feel better. And when we feel better, we can do even more amazing things in life and business. In This Episode You Will Learn: If balance is real or just a fairy tale How balance can be compared to the different seasons The difference between a productive and rest season Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Now that I've got your attention, I'd like for you to meet Polly Rodriguez, Founder and CEO of Unbound, a sexual wellness company. Raised in the Midwest, this was not the path she saw herself taking early on in life, however after a cancer diagnosis in college and consequently a premature onset of menopause at the age of 21, she was compelled to dig when she found a lack of information in regard to it. What started as a small quest to more comfortably purchase sexual wellness products, Unbound has now grown into a wildly successful business (despite multiple barriers and misconceptions to break down) that empowers countless women to explore their sexuality. Don't miss this inspiring story that proves that anything is possible! -- Question Highlights: • What thoughts went through your head when you were diagnosed with cancer? • What is Unbound? • Where did you get the idea for it and how did it get started? • What was one of your biggest business challenges? • Was there any hesitation about starting a company in the sexual wellness field? Were you worried what your parents would think? • What does the landscape look like for women entrepreneurs? • What has to happen in order for it to be easier for women to have a successful start-up? • What initially drove you to give a portion of your business profits away? In This Episode You Will Learn: • How Polly came up with her business, Unbound • About the challenges of running a sexual wellness company • How Polly overcame the stigmas and misconceptions associated with sexual wellness products • Why giving away a portion of Unbound's profits boosts team morale • Why getting cancer is a huge part of Polly's success • Why it's so important to have a career that's more than just a job, that it has a purpose • And so much more… Polly's Thoughts… "Everything's a good experience if you have the right attitude." "If you can be really vulnerable and honest about what it is about human sexuality that interests you, you can just simmer in that awkward moment and why you're interested…and only good things can come from that." "I had to be brutally confident that it would work out." "Women, especially millennials, want a job that has a bigger meaning or purpose." "It's not just about selling, it's about something more meaningful." "Getting cancer was this weird gift that gave me permission to pursue a different path." "Something that feels selfish can actually be a charitable act in a lot of ways." -- From the start of her career, Unbound's CEO, Polly Rodriguez, has always been committed to elevating the customer experience from acceptable to exceptional. With a background in strategy consulting, she began at the firm, Deloitte, where she innovated new, thoughtful approaches to outdated customer tactics. Translating this skillset to an entirely different industry, Polly's next role was as Director of Growth for the YCombinator startup Grouper, which focused on the most flawed experience of all: dating in New York City (and subsequently globally). Yet, there was one interaction that continued to plague her — the process of shopping for, and finding, adequate sexual wellness products for the modern woman. It wasn't until Polly was diagnosed with cancer at age 21 and went through premature menopause as a result of the radiation treatment that she faced the disparaging barriers that women encounter when seeking to explore their own sexuality. Wanting to ameliorate the process of shopping for sex products — one that is often overwhelming and uncomfortable — she took her place as the CEO of Unbound, a sexual lifestyle company that specializes in subscription boxes, one-off thematic sets, and most recently an original collection. With the goal of helping women empower themselves through sexual exploration, Polly continues to innovate new and unprecedented approaches to a rapidly evolving industry. Resources: Unboundbox.com -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

My Two Cents today is about a simple, but powerful topic, and it's about the importance of becoming more open…waaaay more open. Currently, I know a lot of people who don't understand why they're not further ahead than they are in life. The common denominator? All are working in silos – ideas, groups of people, etc. They've gotten so used to the way things are (and should be in their minds) and they aren't open to anything different. I can say this because I've been this person. I've shut down so many different opportunities all because I had already made a decision as to what it would be like. But once I became more open to entrepreneurship, networking and new point of views, the new possibilities rolled in and became new realities. And as embarrassing as it is to admit, I'm also more open to new people that I may have judged in the past. In order to make this shift though I had to get over the fear first. "Our lack of openness comes from fear or fear of change." I know that change and everything that goes along with it can be uncomfortable, but try different things on for size and see what happens. I've had so many life-shifting experiences that forced me to be more open and at the same time created amazing opportunities – in both life and business. What if that one small (or big) leap changes your life, too? So if you're wishing for more abundance in your life, whether it's money, happiness, memories or experiences, know that it comes down to this one powerful choice. And now's as good a time as any to make it. "Your break is on the other side of choosing to be open." In This Episode You Will Learn: • Why becoming more open will create more abundance in your life • How trying something "on for size" can lead to huge life changes • Why busting through fears is a part of being more open Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

I heard today's guest, Olenka Cullinan, speak at an event recently and I just knew her story had to be shared with this audience. In a nutshell, this entrepreneurial powerhouse left Russia at age 19 with only $450 to her name (that she borrowed from her uncle) determined to seize the American dream and build anything she wanted. While growing up in an entrepreneurial household (her mom was a die-hard entrepreneur with her own company), she chose to pursue education instead in an effort to distance herself from the entrepreneurial world. Once in the U.S., she worked three jobs at one point to complete her education degree (and completed it without owing a cent!). While Olenka loved teaching people, she soon felt the pull to do more and leapt back into the entrepreneurial world while combining it with her training in education. She may have started off with humble beginnings, but she has since used the skills she knew she had and BUILT her own success. Olenka is determined to help others discover their passions and now teaches teenagers the skills to become successful entrepreneurs in her Rising Tycoons Academy. She truly believes in helping this country's youth turn their dreams into a dream life. I already know I'll be applying the principles she taught in this episode to my children down the road. Be sure to tune in to find out how you can too. -- Question Highlights: Why didn't you choose to be an entrepreneur right away when you came to the U.S.? What is the opportunity landscape here in the U.S. compared to where you came from? Do you believe there is an immigrant edge that gives you a leg up in terms of grit and hard work? What is Rising Tycoons? Where can adults do a better job in creating kid tycoons? What is a "passionista?" What is holding people back the most when it comes to pursuing their passionista journey? Do you see teens struggle with the same limiting beliefs that adults struggle with when it comes to earning money? How do you want your daughter to view money and success when she grows up? In This Episode You Will Learn: How Russian-born Olenka became an entrepreneur living the American dream How nothing is required outside of your own mindset and skills to build success Why opportunity is wide open for everyone Why it's so important to look at the actions that lead to results How Olenka teaches teens success skills in entrepreneurship, leadership and personal development Why parents must educate themselves on the world around their kids Why it's imperative that we stop preparing and start doing And so much more… Olenka's Thoughts… "If skills are learnable, then success is learnable, too." "Comfort and execution don't live on the same block." "You always choose. You can look at any circumstance in your life and choose what it becomes. Is it going to become an excuse or an opportunity? Because you can't have both at the same time." "We can only change the country by changing the next generation." "Stop preparing and start doing." "You have to practice the unsexy routine to get anywhere, but you have to give yourself small pieces of 'candy' along the way to remind yourself why you're doing that." "Kids have no issues with having dreams. They only have issues finding pathways for those dreams." "The moment you stop looking at money as something to move you forward and start looking at it as something that creates love in your community, family and in the world around you, is when you'll change your perspective." -- Olenka Cullinan is a CEO and Founder of Rising Tycoons, where she turns teens into mindful tycoons. Speaker and Success coach, Olenka has developed a "Backbone of Success"™ method that helps leaders become successful in life and the world. Olenka's work with teenagers from 21 countries, combined with humor and personal experiences led to her recent appearances at TEDx (twice) and made her into one of the nation's premier coaches. She has worked with startups, corporate leaders and some of the top youth organizations in the country: e.g. National Association of Secondary School Principals, National Association of Student Councils, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, TEDx, Job Corps, & Rotary Youth. Rising Tycoons Academies (RTA) program offers hands-on, real-world training, preparing a new generation of aspiring values-based entrepreneurial Leaders. Resources: olenkacullinan.com Go to OlenkaCullinan.com/fire to receive Olenka's free eBook: "Stop Preparing. Start Doing." You can also find the sign-up for her digital academy. IG: @olenkacullinan FB: facebook.com/olenacullinan -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

What would you say if I told you that your future is fully in your control with the help of one empowerment hack? Too good to be true? Possibly, but then you're not using the hack. ;) Today's Two Cents talks about accepting 99.9% responsibility for your current situation. Think about it… The dots (your choices) always connect back to you. Whether it's a moment of weakness where you said yes or no to something or you missed an appointment because your car broke down…it doesn't matter. Whatever the "event" was, you made a choice and that choice is why you're where you're at now. Look, I'm not trying to be an ass (maybe trying to offer a bit of tough love), but this is meant to be a wake-up call to empower yourself by owning your choices! For example, when I lost my job some years ago, I could have blamed the recession, the company etc. But I didn't. I blamed myself because I chose that profession and I could have saved more money so it wasn't such a scary thing. I owned where I was and that day I made the decision to make a career change. "Once you own that you have caused the exact spot you woke up in today, then you are able to determine the exact spot you'll be in tomorrow." It's not always easy to own your choices – it's actually downright uncomfortable. But trust me, when I tell you that it's also where the magic happens. "You're fully in control to make your life awesome…or to make it difficult. It's your choice." Start owning your choices TODAY and create the life YOU want. In This Episode You Will Learn: What empowerment hack can help you create the life you want Why it's important to own our own choices How to recognize who's responsible for your current situation Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Imagine fleeing to the U.S. from communist Armenia at the age of 6 only to live with your family of five in one bedroom of a two-bedroom apartment. Your family is broke, you don't speak the language and you've been elected to go dumpster diving for expired food at the nearby grocery story. This was Bedros Keuilian's life and just a couple of the many other adversities he faced as a young immigrant. Having recently met Bedros at a mastermind event, I knew his story was one I needed to share. Not only does he provide a unique perspective, but he's also able to speak to so many aspects of entrepreneurship and money. Tune in to hear how he went from being broke to becoming the mastermind behind many of the most successful brands, businesses, thought leaders and best-selling authors throughout multiple industries (including the company he founded, Fit Body Boot Camp). This epic conversation is definitely one you want share with your friends and family. Enjoy! -- Question Highlights: Did your upbringing feel tough or did it feel normal to you? Do you feel that immigrants come here with a stronger work ethic and desire to succeed more than someone raised in the U.S.? How do you raise your children knowing they'll grow up privileged, but instill in them the grit and edge to know that they need to earn their keep? Who are your mentors? Did you know deep down that you were going to be this successful or was it a slow progression? What's the secret to asking people to pay you what your worth? How does one build self-confidence? Why is it so important to you to be a massive giver and to have your clients follow suit? In This Episode You Will Learn: How Bedros experienced adversities as an immigrant and overcame them The difference between a poor state of mind and always being financially broke How Bedros is making peace with the scars of his childhood About different ways to raise kids to be grounded and giving humans Why self-confidence is the missing ingredient in many entrepreneurs and how to build it How to turn adversity into an advantage Why it's important to give without expectation And so much more… Bedros's Thoughts… "I've got the immigrant edge and the American dream." "The more you pay, the more you pay attention." "I learned to turn adversity into an advantage." "Take a little bit of money from a lot of people." "Build your self-esteem and confidence so you know that you deserve more. Once you know you deserve more, you will command more." "Being self-aware builds self-confidence." "The best high I can get is to serve." "We, as humans, have to be selfish in order to survive." "I can put my money to work to help the people I love." -- Before You Can Build an Empire, You Have to Walk Like an Emperor… Bedros Keuilian is the One Man Who Can Teach You. As a child, he ate out of dumpsters and couldn't speak a word of English. Today, Bedros is a best-selling author, and the founder and CEO of the world's fastest-growing fitness franchise, Fit Body Boot Camp. He's also famous for helping 24 of his clients go from being in debt to growing 7 figure generating empires, and helping thousands more turn their passions into multiple six figure businesses. Resources: bedroskeuilian.com IG: @ bedroskeuilian FB: facebook.com/bedroskeuilian Bedros's book, Man Up, comes out July 2018. Be the first to know details, by signing up at ManUp.com -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

These days we've been hearing a lot about having an abundance mindset. Many claim to have it, but they still don't seem to be "winning." My two cents? Many people don't truly understand the meaning of the word. "If you truly understand abundance, the excitement, not the stress, would keep you up at night." Many don't get that if they truly understood what abundance meant, 90% of their problems would potentially go away. And this mindset doesn't just apply to finances. It's also about leaving a bad relationship because you know there's a better one out there. It's leaving your soul-sucking job because you know you can and will level up. You have a hard-wired belief that even if you lose everything, you know how to get it back (and often more). "There is no ceiling other than the one we put on ourselves." Truly understanding abundance means that there's enough to go around for everyone. It means the more you give, the more you get back – in all ways. So why don't we understand? Did we miss Abundance 101? No! We've just been programmed to only see scarcity from a young age. Whether it be our parents (even though they were well intentioned) or the media (Buy NOW before it's gone!), we've been taught that everything goes away if we don't act now. So, I challenge YOU to understand abundance and put an end to that lack mentality. "I challenge you to ask why others keep winning while you follow the rules and can't seem to get ahead." Question what you've done up to this point, and be open to brand new mindsets if you want something different than you have today. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why a lack mindset can be linked to the absence of abundance How you are either attracting lack or abundance How the abundance mindset applies to relationships, money, career and more Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Today's episode is a modern-day Cinderella story…except there's no fairy godmother or prince in it. Real-estate rock star, Tami Pardee, learned to work hard at a young age and she's been working ever since. Having been raised poor and later brought into wealth, she was taught early on the value of money and the importance of hard work and getting things done. This minivan-driving mom of four uses this same work ethic and drive to dominate L.A.'s residential real estate market today. Listen in to find out how she balances this massively successful business with a family and why she feels called to give back by helping others find or reignite their purpose. -- Question Highlights: Where did your drive for insane success come from? Did you always want this level of success? What are some of your wall-kicking business moments/challenges? How did you work through those challenges? How do you balance a busy family and a busy, successful career? How do you want your children to define success? What effect has your MS diagnosis had on your life/career? What is the main driver of your success? Why is giving back so important to you? Is there a correlation between success and giving? In This Episode You Will Learn: About the impact that hard work has had on Tami's life Why Tami dominates the Los Angeles residential real estate market Why it's so important to serve others Tips to maintain your customer relationships How to deal with the haters Why Tami involves her children in various areas of her business About the importance of living a life of purpose Why you must be successful in all areas of your life: personal, relationships, family, community and business And so much more… Tami's Thoughts… "I'm not really about money, it's more about the comfort of knowing that everything is OK and I control my own destiny." "I was driven by helping people." "If you take care of your farm, the farm will take care of you." "If you show up as loving and kind and are good to people, they're going to reflect that." "In order to live, you need connection, purpose and passion." "It feels good to give back – it feeds the soul." "If you don't have fear, you're doing something wrong." "We need to own our own power." -- Tami Halton Pardee's expertise in Southern California real estate and entrepreneurship is unrivaled. As owner and principal broker of Halton Pardee + Partners (formerly Pardee Properties), Tami is the #1 agent in Los Angeles and the company is the #1 brokerage on the Westside. Responsible for selling over $2 billion worth of residential and commercial properties since beginning in 2005, Tami has built a new model for real estate to better serve clients. In recognition of her work as both an entrepreneur as well as her focus on charity, Good Housekeeping presented Tami the 2016 Awesome Women Award, plus she received a nomination by the Los Angeles Business Journal for Philanthropist of the Year in 2016. Tami received her undergraduate degree from Boston University and her MBA from Loyola Marymount University and spent several years working in the corporate world before creating a business that integrated into the community. Understanding that the buying or selling of a home is one of life's most important life-changing decisions, Tami launched Halton Pardee + Partners with the goal of helping people have a seamless experience. Her unique business model creates a true work-family of staff employees (rather than the traditional independent contractor model), building a culture that results in continued success and a consistent ranking of #1 for sales in its region. Although Tami has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), she continues to drive toward the values and goals that allow her to help others. The Halton Pardee + Partners tagline of "Open Doors. Lifting Hearts. Changing Lives." is the credo that drives the company. Furthering Tami's deep commitment to the community, she created the Life-Changer Program that empowers the transformation of lives and communities. Via active participation and significant financial contributions to local charities that have a direct impact on the lives of those in need, the Life-Changer Program has worked with Harvest Home, Teen Project, Homeless Task Force, Venice Community Housing Corporation, and many more to tackle the issues important to Westside residents. Resources: Life Change Warrior Program lifechangewarrior.com Halton Pardee Real Estate Haltonpardee.com FB: facebook.com/tamihaltonpardee/ -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

If you've been listening to my podcast, you know I want everyone to succeed. And what's more, I love it when a person's success is created by a no-excuses ability to succeed. Does that trait describe you? It's no coincidence that many of my podcast guests possess this same trait. Many have hit rock bottom only to become multi-millionaires later on. How were they able to do this? They turned the few assets they had into full-fledged resources. They were resourceful with what they had! "It's not how many resources you have, it's your resourcefulness that determines your ability to succeed." While some people are just "given" resources because they have the money to put behind it, I find that sometimes these are the people who end up failing. The stakes aren't as high and they're not as personally invested in the business or project. They're not concerned with the seemingly little things. My resourceful friends think a little differently – they see every seed (big or small) as something BIG. "Resourcefulness means you are able to find any little thing that other people might overlook and turn it into something big." Whether it's Googling, working two jobs and saving the money or getting to know the right people, you are fully equipped to create the level of resourcefulness that translates into massive success (however you define it). It's simply a matter of planting the seeds, nurturing them and watching them turn into your dreams. "When you fully grasp the idea that it's all about how resourceful you are instead of what resources you have, that's when you are fully empowered to know that your success is in your own hands." How resourceful are you? In This Episode You Will Learn: The difference between resources and resourcefulness Why having resources doesn't guarantee success How to turn your resourcefulness into resources Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

For years, Dr. Jade Teta, co-founder of The Metabolic Effect, was considered a jock and class clown – and at the time he accepted that. However, upon his senior year in high school and after a couple pivotal conversations, he realized that he was meant to do more and knew that he needed to become and do something more that made a difference and made him happy. Fast forward to today and Jade did just that and is massively successful. We covered so much ground in our conversation and we literally could have gone on for hours more. From his upbringing and personal story to his emphasis on helping others find and live in their purposes every day, I can't wait for you to listen and hear how truly amazing and he truly is. Enjoy! -- Question Highlights: At what age did you make the choice to be and do something different? Why did your story of missing something make you go get it, whereas so many others would let it stop them in their tracks? How do we get someone to attack their fears? Having just sold a business, how did your recent re-implementation of visualization and meditation come into play? What effect has books had on your business and financial success? Do you see a difference in the ways men and women view money, wealth, and success or does it come down to the individual regardless of gender? Do you feel it's beneficial to be a hybrid of different feminine and masculine qualities? What role has generosity played in your business and life? In This Episode You Will Learn: How our stories impact what we do in life About the importance of attacking your fears and putting yourself in uncomfortable situations Why you must consciously choose your purpose How to successfully implement visualization and meditation (and why it's so essential) Why it's vital to read books that challenge your beliefs About the differences between men and women in business and success Why we must invest in ourselves And so much more… Dr. Teta's Thoughts… "Purpose is something you consciously create." "Always attack your fears." "Tell the story and own it." "It's the strength of your belief that makes a difference." "Be confident in the direction you're going, but be detached in the way you get there." "You want to be delusional enough to believe that you are powerful and that you can do anything in life, but insecure enough to be humble and confidently detached." "One of the best gifts I can give is to receive what someone gives me." "If you're not here to help, then why the hell are you here?" "Your ability to make money basically is your ability to touch people." -- Dr. Jade Teta is an integrative physician specializing in natural health, fitness and body transformation. He is the co-author of The Metabolic Effect Diet. He completed his undergraduate training at North Carolina State University, earning a bachelor's of science in biochemistry. He then went on to study at Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington completing his doctorate in naturopathic medicine. Dr. Teta has worked in the fitness and weight loss fields for over 20 years, and is the co-developer of the rest-based training system for personal training and group exercise. He is also the co-founder of the Naturopathic Health Clinic of North Carolina and of the health, fitness and international fat loss company, Metabolic Effect. His background in natural medicine, along with his fitness expertise, has defined his healthcare specialties of hormonal weight loss and functional medicine approaches to chronic disease. Resources: jadeteta.com IG: @jadeteta FB: facebook.com/jadeteta -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

My Two Cents – Ep. 45 – There Will Always Be Pain. Choose the One That Pays. My Two Cents today is all about pain and choosing the better type of pain in all areas of your life. Isn't "better pain" an oxymoron? Well, it can be, but let me explain. There are two different types of pain in life – the kind that keeps us stuck or the kind that propels us forward. This episode is all about choosing the latter. "There's always going to be some type of pain, so choose the one that pays better." Take working out for example. Sure, working out can cause pain. You're literally tearing your muscle fibers so your muscle grows. All that sweat and soreness is the pain. Lori and I work out regularly, so we're choosing the type of pain that helps us grow. If we didn't work out, we would trade that pain for the opposite – disease, weight gain, low energy etc. Either way equals pain, but one offers a reward. The same goes for your financial wealth and abundance. Many are unknowingly choosing to struggle financially by playing the victim for their circumstances (It's not fair…etc.). Similarly, many can choose the pain of self-judgment, knowing they are capable of so much more but not doing it. It's time to start getting uncomfortable. "You're always going to have aches and pains, so let them be pains that give you a life of joy to offset them." You're never choosing to be pain-free, but you can choose the pain of struggle or the pain of growth. It's so important to choose the right kind of pain, but many of us are choosing wrong. Why? "It's easier to choose the type of pain we're already familiar with then it is to choose the type of pain that's unknown." So I say, choose the unknown. Take that leap. Step into your power and consciously choose the RIGHT set of pains. If you do, the payoff will be well worth it. In This Episode You Will Learn: How consciously choosing the right sets of pains can propel you forward How to step out of your comfort zone Why some people are choosing to struggle financially without even knowing it How to step into your power Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Candy Nelson – Episode 44 – How Wealth Allows This Powerhouse Woman to Be a "Volunteer CEO" At the age of 15 years old, Candy Nelson had already gotten the entrepreneur bug. And it was all spurred by a 3 a.m. infomercial for some tapes (which she purchased) by Tony Robbins. Upon listening to the tapes, the longing in her soul was answered and she vowed to set goals and complete them. As the child of teenage parents, Candy's excitement wasn't readily reciprocated, but she persisted nonetheless. With the help of her father and a small business loan, by the age of 19, she started her first business. And while it took a few years to see the rewards of it, it is now a raging success. So much so that she was able to hand over the operations and focus on the creation and operation of the nonprofit organization Animal Friends Sanctuary. Through this organization, Candy is able to donate her time as the CEO and focus on causes that are near and dear to her heart – animal and at-risk kids. Her story (there is so much more to it) is so inspiring as it shows such a shining example of how wealth can do amazing things and make a massive impact on this world. -- Question Highlights: What was it intrinsically inside of you that made you so different as a 15-year-old that you got an idea and followed through on it? How did Tony Robbin's tapes turn you into a budding business woman? How scary was it to start a first-of-its-kind business in your area? Did your first business take off right away? What is one of your biggest growing pains and how did you navigate through it? When did you decide to walk away from the operations side of your first business? How did the 15-year-old you view money and how do you view it now? In This Episode You Will Learn: Overcoming obstacles to create a successful business at age 19 How to "work wealthy" Why it's so important to just start – even if you're unsure About redirecting your course when things don't go as planned How Candy was able to start and become the CEO of a nonprofit organization – and not get paid to do it And so much more… Christine's Thoughts… "We are not the product of our circumstances." "It was a vision – it was something I could see, feel and walk into and that was it. And I reverse-engineered from there." "When you do what's right, things seem to work out." "Some people are so fearful looking 10 years ahead that they never start." "You've got to start and redirect as you go." "You never know if you can accomplish or contribute unless you start." "Does this decision take me closer to or further away from my mission and life's purpose?" "Money is going to just amplify who you already are." "The pursuit of money isn't evil if you have good intentions." "Sometimes we have to go through the struggle to realized what our gifts are." -- At just 19, Candy started her first business just out of high school. A serial entrepreneur for nearly two decades, she has built a successful service-based business, developed a nationwide product-based company and invested in real estate investing since the age of 25. She started a non-profit organization at the age of 26. Candy has donated over 25,000 hours to that charity as a Volunteer CEO and has raised over three million dollars in the last 10 years. She is actively engaged in saving thousands of animals' lives and bringing hope and healing to abused children. She is passionate about encouraging others to stand up and speak out against abuse and cruelty and is committed to inspiring others to live a kinder, most compassionate life. Resources: VolunteerCEO.com AnimalFriendsSanctuary.org IG: @volunteerCEO FB: facebook.com/volunteerceo -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

So you've probably heard that you're the average of the five people you spend the most time with, but I also believe that you're also the average of the environment you hang out around most as well. That being said, I'm here to offer you some hacks to help you change that environment to change your outcome. While a lot of these will be no-brainers, I think you'll also find them challenging, but stick with me. "At first a lot of these things will feel quite uncomfortable – that's normal. But the goal is to do them often enough so they feel comfortable so that they can become your new environment." Here are a few hacks: Travel. If you don't travel, START! If you do travel, travel BETTER. Get a better hotel room. See what it feels like to walk into a better hotel. How are you greeted? How comfortable is the bed? Up-level your hotel experience. Same goes for flying… First Class! "That extra few hundred dollars could change your level of expectations forever." Clothes. If you can't afford them just try them on. Even if you don't purchase, you are up-leveling how you look and feel. "It's not wasted money if it's an investment in yourself that totally changes your level of expectation from here on out." Restaurants. Not in a place where you can spend money on that expensive of a meal? Get a drink at the bar. "Change your environment – change your results." It's simple. If you never experience something different, you'll never pursue it. That's why it is so crucial to make that S T R E T C H that truly changes your environment. It's the change that truly counts. Of course we all start at different levels, so acknowledge the level you're at and go from there, whether it's an extra $20, $200 or $2,000. Regardless of the dollar amount, any time you bust through that uncomfortable barrier, you experience growth. So, I encourage you… Go splurge a little. Not to hurt yourself financially, but to forever change what you expect of yourself. If you commit to that you will be amazed at the up-leveling effect it will have on all areas of your life. In This Episode You Will Learn: Why you are the product of the environment you hang out in How intentionally changing your environment can change your outcome How to get comfortable with the uncomfortable How to up-level your expectations of yourself Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Christine Hassler – Episode 42 – How Expectation Hangovers Are Costing You Wealth Today's guest, Christine Hassler, is one of the wisest people I've had on my show to date and I know you're going to learn a lot from her stories and experiences, too. As a child, Christine always felt as though she didn't belong. Growing up with some health problems, she was always seen as different and wasn't well liked. As difficult as this was to cope with, Christine compensated for it all by focusing on being smart (an overachiever if you will) so she could be super successful. While this tactic worked for a long time, it still never eliminated the feeling that she had something to prove. So after graduating college (double major and a minor in 3.5 years), she went where a lot of people go to do just that – Hollywood. Christine didn't want to be an actor, but she did end up being an agent. Christine's life, from the outside, was amazing – a six-figure career, a successful boyfriend, parties with celebrities etc. – but inside she was miserable and suffering from anxiety and depression. Then with the encouragement of a friend, she met a therapist who loved her unconditionally and for the first time in her life, looked at her with zero judgment. It changed her world. After seeing this therapist for some time, Christine left her successful career to pursue other passions. While at the time this seemed like an easy thing to do, it was anything but, and after multiple setbacks (boyfriend dumped her, diagnosed with an auto immune disorder, massive debt etc.), she still didn't know what to do with her life. Throughout this time of struggle, Christine had to seek what it was she truly wanted and she discovered that it was to serve and share her experiences with others. So, she decided to write a book about her own challenges and experiences and getting through them. And that's when her first book, Expectation Hangover was born. Christine has since published several other books and now coaches individuals and hosts multiple courses. This is the perfect episode for those who are feeling lost and looking for answers or trying to cope with disappointment and unexpected life events. I know I personally had a few mind-blowing a-ha moments throughout our talk and would love to hear if you had any moments of clarity, too. -- Question Highlights: Where does the desire for a successful life come from? How do you make the shift from drive to inspired? What's holding people back from earning what they want to earn in business? How can spiritual entrepreneurs bust through "starving artist syndrome?" How has your abundance/wealth journey evolved? What is an "Expectation Hangover?" What is the key to marketing to millennials? In This Episode You Will Learn: How to create success by getting and feeling inspired Why it's important to have a coach How to use spiritual and practical/logical approaches to create with inspiration About working in your zone of genius Why beliefs around self-worth and money can affect your ability to earn The meaning of "expectation hangover" How to reframe failure and disappointment and treat on the emotional, mental, behavior and spiritual levels Why it's so crucial to surround yourself with other successful people Tips on marketing to millennials And so much more… Christine's Thoughts… "The external cannot fulfill the internal." "Success to me is doing things we love." "Finances aren't the only way that our self-worth issues and limiting beliefs show up." "Money does matter and it's energetic, and it's just another reflection of our overall well-being." "If you want to truly help people and serve and be an instrument, you've got to own your worth because you'll be able to serve more people." "I want to work with people who are willing to change." "You can wait for time to heal your wounds or you can dive in and do the healing work now." "Look at failure as feedback." -- Christine Hassler is a best-selling author, keynote speaker, master coach, podcast and TV host who is committed to guiding people and organizations into their highest potential. She left her successful job as a Hollywood agent at 25 to pursue a life she could be passionate about… but it did not come easily. After being inspired by her own unexpected challenges and experiences, she realized her journey was indeed her destination. In 2005, she wrote the first guidebook written exclusively for young women, entitled 20 Something 20 Everything. Christine's second book, The 20 Something Manifesto written for men and women stems from her experience coaching twenty-something's. Her newest book Expectation Hangover: Overcoming Disappointment in Work, Love and Life is the guidebook for how to treat disappointment on the emotional, mental, behavioral and spiritual levels. Resources: christinehassler.com Find more information about her books and courses at: http://christinehassler.com/books-and-courses/ IG: @christinehassler FB: facebook.com/christinehasslerpage

What's your abundance story? Are you happy with where you're at? Or do you operate from a place of lack? If you're the latter, it's time to change things up. As you learned from my previous mini episode, we're ALL entitled to abundance, but we're not guaranteed it. That means, when it comes to your own abundance story, it's up to YOU to make the decisions. So first off, you're the one who sets the finish line. Realize that it's a subjective decision as to what your abundance story us. You are radically abundant right now. You just may be choosing to see your current level of abundance as a lack of abundance because of how you're choosing to define it. "Abundance is nothing more than an opinion or feeling. You determine what it is to you." For example, let's say you make $50K a year, and you're not feeling abundant because you feel like you're not making a lot of money until you hit $100K. That lack of abundance you feel is on you. You're the one who created that definition of abundance and you're unable to recognize the abundance in the $50K that you already make. The same goes for the person making $100K who feels a lack because they're not making half a million… See where I'm going with this? "You can't be pissed off if you don't feel abundant, because you're the one who set the finish line." You must recognize that you're the one in control of how you define abundance and appreciate the abundance you already have. To help, I encourage you to start a gratitude practice. Personally, every morning I start my day with a positive mantra. Mine and my wife's is: "I am happier, healthier, wealthier, and more fit than I was yesterday." Then, I do a quick prayer of gratitude – expressing thanks for all the big and little things in my life in that moment. After all, when you're appreciative of what you already have and you're feeling abundance, you're going to attract more abundance. Lastly, know that your abundance story is just that – a story. This story is nothing but ONE interpretation of the events in your life. "The events aren't fiction, but the meaning you put on them is pure fiction. Nothing has meaning other than the meaning you apply to it." So do your best to change the events, people or choices that downgrade your abundance story. Choose well! Consciously choose to see the positive over the negative. "Choose a level of abundance so big that others benefit from it as well." In This Episode You Will Learn: How to create a more rewarding abundance story Why your abundance story is really a subjective decision How to take control of and appreciate the abundance you already have Why having a gratitude practice is so important Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

After studying corporate business and graduating from college, small-town Wisconsin girl, Jenna Kutcher, landed her dream job (or at least she thought) in a large Midwest-based corporation. Unfortunately, her dreams of wearing heels and a business suit morphed into wearing khaki and red – and was far from glamorous. She knew there had to be something more in store for her. Enter in the $300 Craig's List camera. Jenna started taking pictures, enjoying the learning process and sharing her captures online. People started to notice her talent and asked if she would take pictures for them. And so it began, she booked 25 weddings without ever shooting one. A year later, she was doing so well that she was able to leave her corporate job and began photographing weddings full time. Her photography soon developed into a focus and love for branding. She connected so deeply with her brides and wanted to make their personal visions come to life. This love, and let's be honest, branding genius, quickly turned into a six-figure business. Having found such success personally, she was confused when she learned that others in wedding photography were struggling. Seeing the need, Jenna began to teach others what she'd learned. Since then, her photography and branding business has skyrocketed to a seven-figure business (and growing) all based on this founding concept of generosity. From free content and blogs to merchandise and online training courses, Jenna wants everyone to find the same success she has. And she does it all from a place of authenticity, sharing the honest highs and lows of her life and business. -- Question Highlights: How have you taken a very common industry and turned it into a seven-figure entrepreneurial endeavor? How did you book 25 weddings without ever shooting one? Do a lot of artists, in general, suffer from limiting money mindsets? Did you always have a strong money mindset? What does it take to stand out as a wedding photographer? Where did your drive and high standard of performance come from? What do we need to know to build a bigger and more engaged audience on IG? In This Episode You Will Learn: How Jenna's wedding photography (and branding expertise) began. Helpful (but simple) tips that launched Jenna's wedding photography business. How to be resourceful without a ton of money. About limiting money mindset beliefs. That how you spend your time is just as important as the money you make. Why it's so important to first and foremost make connections with people on social media. Jenna's top tips for posting and monetizing those posts on Instagram. And so much more… Jenna's Thoughts… "I landed in the dream job – and it wasn't a dream." "Anyone can go out and do their work for free so they have work to show for it." "I believe we should get paid to do what we love." "We try to guess what people will be willing to pay for our products or services instead of trusting that we can speak directly to the people who will see our worth and value – and pay full value." "Time is my motivator. Money is not. Money is just a measure of how I'm doing with my time." "The more vulnerable I've been, the more I've aligned myself with the right people." "People start to recognize you not just by what you do, but by who you are." "I teach the what and the why, and then I offer the how." "When you hire a team that thinks the best of you, that believes in you, that gets behind you, it's the most incredible thing you can do for yourself, for your sanity and for your business." "Whenever my life hits the fan, my business booms!" -- Jenna is small-town Wisconsin photographer, painter, and educator with big dreams. Obsessed with: mac and cheese, puppies, and yoga pants. Most days, you'll find her in yoga pants, working on the couch with a smile on her face and rescue pups in her lap – or making googly eyes at her hunky husband, Drew, from across the room. She's a wedding photographer, podcaster, a watercolor artist, and an educator – plus, she's always got her bags packed for her next wheels-up adventure. Resources: jennakutcher.com IG: @jennakutcher FB: @jennakutcher Goal Digger Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/goal-digger-podcast-marketing-social-media-creative/id1178704872?mt=2 -- For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Do you know why you haven't chased down that radical wealth and abundance that you KNOW you're entitled to and capable of earning? Get ready, it's time for a deep-dive into your mind! I can tell you from personal experience, that it's one of the worst feelings to know that you can do something, but you're not doing it! But the good news is that you can begin to eliminate these feelings by asking ONE question that can help unlock the answers as to why you haven't followed through on your pursuit of this abundance wealth. "Who/what is it serving by you holding back on your quest for wealth and abundance?" Are your wheels turning? We've all been stuck before (yes, me too) because we're serving someone or something instead of rising to the occasion, going out and getting that abundance. Stop playing SMALL! For instance, you're not serving your business when you don't make those sales calls that take your business to another level – you're serving fear. Same goes for people… You don't DARE make more money than those in your group of friends, because that would make them uncomfortable, right? Guess who you're serving? Hint, it's not you! Take responsibility for you and get after it. "You are entitled – not guaranteed – to make the choices to be abundant and wealthy." You must become unapologetic when it comes to your abundance and wealth. Until you do, you're not going to realize what you're capable of earning, doing or creating. Trust me, I KNOW this can be extremely uncomfortable, but it's more uncomfortable to know that you're capable of doing something so much bigger, but you're anchored because you're afraid of making someone or something different than it is today. Know that you're not the only one who feels that way, and if you have to, borrow some faith from a friend and make it into your own. I promise that once you're able to move past this who or what isn't serving, that's when everything starts coming together and abundance appears. In This Episode You Will Learn: About ridding your life of things or people that aren't serving you About why it's dangerous to choose temporary safe zones over abundance How to become unapologetic when it comes to wealth and abundance About the importance of accepting change and getting comfortable with the uncomfortable Entrepreneurship Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Everyone, meet Amber Lilyestrom, a fellow entrepreneur and passionate soul who left a successful career to make a bigger impact and fulfill her soul's higher calling, which has since allowed her to pour more of her time and soul into her family. She now enjoys pushing herself beyond her human limits and mindset roadblocks that inevitably pop up along the way – all to be the BEST version of who she was born to be. What I love the most about this mompreneur's mission and story is that she's done all of this to help others create businesses that align more with who they are. Amber wants everyone to lead the happiest and most fulfilling life through "coming home to their truth." And she loves to facilitate that process. "I've always wanted to empower people to embrace and accept themselves because I never did." Of course, the above is rarely a straight path, and that's why Amber is so transparent about the challenges she's faced and continues to face (mostly her own limiting beliefs that made her question her personal value). Through her own experiences, she is able to whole-heartedly encourage others to take that leap and use what they have (or don't have) to their advantage. "Action builds belief." This podcast is a must-listen for all those who feel that pull on their souls to do something bigger and more true to themselves. It is my hope that by the end of this episode that your soul is fueled, ready to make an impact in your own unique way. "When I invest in me, it is the greatest investment I will ever make in this lifetime because it pays in dividends exponentially." Question Highlights: How were you taught to view money? What actions are you taking right now to overcome challenges? When did you start your business? How did you make the transition from your existing career to your own business? What has changed since your business started that has allowed your business to grow so quickly? What has been the best investment you've made so far? What role has generosity played in your life/business? What are some of the BS reasons that hold other mom's back from pursuing their calling? In This Episode You Will Learn: How Amber overcame her limiting money mindset beliefs. Why there is more than enough time in your day to fulfill your soul's purpose. Why it's so important to teach what you've already went through. How the role of generosity plays in Amber's life and business. Why you are good enough RIGHT NOW to go after your soul's calling. How stepping into your own truth and doing the work that's in alignment with your soul's purpose can make the world a better place. And so much more… Amber's Thoughts… "Our bank accounts and our bodies are really truly these beautiful mirrors for where we are at with our relationships and ourselves." "We must operate at a higher level and clear the space and clutter that's not making us feel good in order to become the master visionaries, creators and leaders that we are." "The more I honor what I feel called to and what I am the very best at, the more abundance and goodness there is in my business, bank account, how my body feels and relationships." "I will always bet on myself." "Give people permission to be who they are." "By you stepping into your truth and doing the work that's in alignment with your soul's purpose and calling, you are making the world a better place. When you don't do that, and shut the door out of fear, then you shut the door on the expansion and growth of mankind." -- Amber Lilyestrom is a transformational branding & business strategist, writer and speaker. She is the host of The Soul Fueled CEO™ Podcast and helps entrepreneurs turn their passions in to heart-centered brands and thriving businesses. From idea conception to the construction of the business and its digital landscape, Amber supports visionaries, leaders and disruptivators in changing the world and their lives. Amber spent 10 years working in collegiate athletics marketing, managing the University of New Hampshire Wildcats brand, as well as teaching sports marketing and mentoring student interns. She was recognized as one of the top sports marketing professionals in the nation. Resources: Amberlilyestrom.com IG: @amberlilyestrom Soul Fueled CEO Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-soul-fueled-ceo-amber-lilyestrom/id1102196253?mt=2 You can find my interview with Amber here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/chris-harder-on-when-good-people-make-good-money-they/id1102196253?i=1000389790980&mt=2 For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

First off, pardon my French, but I really felt the need for an emphasis, a real punch-in-the-gut phrase to drive this episode's message home. One of my recent pet peeves (that completely blows my mind) is when people say they don't know how to do something or how to get started. I politely call BS! "We live in the easiest time to start a business and thrive that there has ever been." Information is abundant and it's at our fingertips – you just have to effing Google it! If you want to learn how to launch an eCourse – Google it! You will no doubt find tons of information – videos, step-by-step tutorials – you name it. "There's not a single thing you can't learn on Google." Now I'm not saying all of the things you find are going to be your best answer (perhaps leave surgery for a REAL surgeon?), however it is so FREEING! You no longer have to let this notion stop you in your tracks. And let's be honest, in this day and age, if you're not making progress in your business because you don't know how, you're just letting fear win. "You're driving that fear train to victimhood." Stop being a victim and letting fear win. Don't be afraid to take that step forward. Give up the comfort of playing the victim and asking for someone to help you. Again, I'm not saying any of this to be mean – I simply care about my listeners and want them to wake up! Three takeaways from this episode: Wake up and realize that you can do ANYTHING! If you didn't know before, all of the answers are on Google. Take action. Don't allow limiting beliefs or fear to slow you down. Don't live behind the shield of "I don't know how" or "I couldn't find the help." Sure, it's comfortable and that's because most of society goes along with that mentality, but it's NOT the truth. The truth is if you want to do something…you can fuc#*ing Google it. In This Episode You Will Learn: Taking action Finding answers on Google Information abundance Entrepreneur Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Even though my guest today, Ryan Blair, is known for being one of the most successful entrepreneurs out there, you wouldn't know it by his humble, surprised attitude with that title. Ryan's success story alone will have you believing that you too can do anything if your mind is wired right. Oh, and you'll likely discover that you're already a mathematician – you just don't know it yet. Early on in his life, the cards were stacked against Ryan. Coming from a broken home with an abusive father, he never finished high school, and at the age of 14 he was witness to the tragic murder of the girl who gave him his first kiss. Soon after, he was forced into a gang. And while this could have been the move that led to his demise, it instead taught him the essential survival skills needed to succeed as an entrepreneur on the streets. Some years later with a successful street career in motion, Ryan realized that he now had a choice – he could be successful either on the streets – or off. He chose to apply his entrepreneurial success off the streets. With the ability to experience both sides and looking back, he is truly grateful that he was "wired right." Ryan attributes that to stating what he wanted and using reverse engineering (math) to get to where he is today. "You can do your programming and wiring to get exactly where you want to be – you just have to figure it out and reverse engineer it." See, I told you you'd get to do some math! For example, Ryan raised money, he borrowed money, asked for investments – he did what it took to get him where he wanted to be. After listening to this podcast you'll hear the passion in his voice when he talks about these very actions as he believes EVERYONE can become a successful entrepreneur (yes, you too) and it's just a matter of figuring out the formula so you can use math to do it. "The path is the math. There is a mathematical formula. You just have to put in the work to do it." Ryan stresses that you always have a choice. Even if you feel like you can't go into medicine because you're not a doctor, you CAN! But first, make a decision and become self-aware. Then align yourself with the right people to get you there and have an appetite for learning. Absorb everything you can from the people who you want to emulate. Take their best qualities and implement them in your life. What's even better is if you can also find the sweet spot of living your dreams and also creating wealth. "If you have a great life-work integration, you can have a great, happy life." Don't let the societal norms tell you what you can and can't do. A software engineer by training, Ryan knows he's not a conventionally trained mathematician, but he's made himself into one. He personally thrives on the challenge of people telling him he can't do things. You just need to not care what other people think. I dare you to challenge him and see what happens! ;) It's just another example of his passion and drive to do more good things in this world through his success. I love Ryan's take on money as he equates it to the amount of projects he's able to take on. The more money he makes, the more projects he can start and the more people he can help. This is the exact mentality that my podcast encourages… the more we have, the more we can GIVE to others. And that's exactly what Ryan is setting out to do. He is passionate about supporting, serving and building up a family of entrepreneurs who he can do business with for the rest of his life (be sure to check out is entrepreneur in residence training at hashtagone.com). This includes all different varieties of people, businesses etc. Ryan is out to transform billions of peoples' lives and make a massive impact. And I have no doubt that his actions will leave a lasting legacy for years to come. -- Ryan Blair is a New York Times bestselling author, self-made multimillionaire and serial entrepreneur who established his first company when he was twenty-one years old and has since created and actively invested in multiple start-ups. Now at age of 38, he has founded and sold numerous businesses for hundreds of millions of dollars, is the founder of global healthy lifestyle company, ViSalus, and is a venture capitalist. In This Episode You Will Learn: Reverse engineering your way to success Having a great life-work integration Supporting middle class and entrepreneurs Using math to find your path Resources: ryanblair.com HashtagOne.com Books: Rock Bottom to Rock Star Nothing to Lose and Everything to Gain: How I Went from Gang Member to Multimillionaire Entrepreneur For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

For the last handful of years or so, I've had a phrase/mantra that I've repeated to myself over and over: "Ego is our greatest overhead." I attribute a large part of my wife and I's financial abundance to this very phrase (it will be my next tattoo – hold me to it). There was a time not that long ago that my ego drove a lot of my decisions, in turn costing me…I don't even want to know how much money and potential partnerships. There were so many missed opportunities because my ego sensed fear. Yep, when we feel any type of fear – judgment, failure, not being accepted or success – ego slams on the brakes and "saves the day" before we do something really stupid and embarrass ourselves. But here's the thing… "Your ego isn't programmed to choose the types of risks and decisions that are needed to achieve massive financial abundance." Speaking of finances, your ego will also encourage you to make bad decisions so you look successful instead of being successful. And who will want to help you if you already look like you know what you're doing? "You'll never get ahead while you're pretending to be ahead." So what do you do to calm your ego? Good news, it's simple really (albeit challenging now and then). Recognize it (or often someone points it out to you). Once you're aware, it's just a matter of catching it in the act, recognizing it and reframing it. Once you're free of your ego, you'll find that everything flows faster – relationships, income, happiness, opportunities, sales etc. And we could use a little more abundance and little less ego, right? In This Episode You Will Hear About: How your ego is keeping you from abundance Fear Entrepreneurship Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Marshall Morris – Episode 34 – Getting Past FEAR: From Broke in the Desert to a $30 Million Business I must say that this interview is one of my favorite interviews to date because internet marketing ninja, Marshall Morris, kept surprising me with his down to earth, get-it-done attitude, generosity and life and business insights. Did I mention that when he started out, the only internet skill he knew was checking his email? More on that later… First let's talk about how his career began. As the son of a hard-working, humble pastor, Marshall was taught early on the value of a hard day's work. In fact, at a young age, his father would "loan" him out for the weekend to different farmers he did business with to help out (for very little pay). This weekend help wasn't about making money, however, his father really just wanted to instill in him the value of working hard. And it's with this same mentality that his dad encouraged Marshall to attend college, but also informed him that it would be his responsibility to pay his own way – as that's the way he did it. Growing up in an impoverished family, his dad worked hard to pay for his college while attending so he'd never have to take out a loan. Not deterred by this, Marshall joined the military so his schooling could be paid for as he went. He never thought he would be deployed, but then 9/11 happened. Obviously, while deployed Marshall couldn't attend college so instead he read a lot of books (12 hours a night for a year) so he could continue at least some type of education. Among those books, he found that those focused on business resonated with him the most, and upon returning from his deployment he took it from there. Admittedly having more of a sales mindset from the beginning, he dabbled in real estate but gradually got out of it when the market took a turn. After returning from being deployed, Marshall was presented with the opportunity to help a friend of a friend with advertising sales on an automotive site that was struggling. Knowing very little about the internet, but feeling that this business could go somewhere, he offered to partner with this person. Their goal was to just make some money, make it a success and figure out the sales and marketing along the way with "Google university." Eventually the company started doing well, and they sold it to a bigger automotive company. It was through networking that he met his now business partner, Justin, who was in internet marketing. Having only a Facebook page, he enlisted the help of Marshall. Both found that their strengths and weaknesses balanced each other and they created the business I Heart Dogs. And the rest is history with other businesses such as I Heart Cats, I Heart Birds (and many more). Marshall and business partner, Justin, excel at building business models and then using those models anywhere. For them and their current niche, they've found that the more they do, the more they find opportunity (and who wouldn't want that?). But how did they build this brand/model to be so successful in the first place? Marshall states that it comes down to authenticity. "People want something that's authentic. We crave authenticity in a world that's so fake." That's why Marshall's business makes it a point to give back to the communities they serve. Particularly with the I Heart Dogs mission, they built a program that would help feed dogs without homes or in shelters (so far they've fed 8 million dogs in 24 months). They aim to be as transparent and as authentic as possible. "We see numbers, but they're people like us with needs and desires." Marshall attributes more of their success to the fact that people want to feel good about their purchases AND who they're buying from. The more authentic you can be, the more you're going to attract people. And when you do this you're giving context to your conversation with your customer. To Marshall, it's more than just selling a product, it's about showing customers opportunities and making them feel like they're part of a movement. When you're talking openly and not just about revenue-oriented topics you build the communities/followers to go with it. And when you get people to be a part of something and feel good about it becomes a part of their identity, too. That's why Marshall and his business are so passionate about encouraging others to free themselves and achieve their dreams as well. Naming fear as the biggest limiter, he acknowledges that fear is always going to be around. "You never get rid of your fear, you just battle it." The more complicated life and business gets, the more things come at you and the more people break down. You can't escape it, so you need people to support you. "Fear isn't a fact, it's an emotion." Marshall is grateful to have his wife as his rock and main support person along with his family. Often times, when things get stressful, it's a matter of taking a few days off to reboot and spend time with them. One crucial time in Marsha

The title kind of makes you think, doesn't it? Maybe you think I've completely lost it, but it makes perfect sense. Often times our desire to stay comfortable is why we haven't reached goals or the abundance we long for. So many of us are addicted to that feeling that place of being comfortable and it keeps us treading water in the same spot. "That comfort drives every single decision we make…or don't make." Think about that… The comfort that you think is so great is keeping you at a certain level. As the famous saying goes from Jim Collins goes, "Good is the enemy of great." How often do we just do things to "get by?" Or if we are taking massive action, it's usually to avoid pain. But how often does that drive to do more last once that threat of that pain is gone? (Hint: not long!) Take your workouts… How often are you pushing yourself when you've already put in a "good enough" workout? How about your pay? Are you making enough to just pay the bills, but not so much to create an abundance? You've likely hit the comfort zone. You're not taking risks because there's fear you may fail, lose money or injure yourself. They're all excuses that you've fooled yourself into believing. But I've got news for you… "If you work hard to protect what you currently have, then that's all you'll ever get." Ask most successful people and you'll find that they gave up the "good enough" mentality long ago. They've failed time and time again, but they continued on. They worked when they didn't feel like it. They invested when they didn't have the money to invest. They sold their "comforts" so they could achieve their dreams and they constantly walk that fine line between success and failure. There are no guarantees, but we all have to make our peace with that. So how do you change this mindset? Simply put, change what you consider to be comfortable. Don't seek comfort in the same places. If that means associating with different people do it. If you know certain people are going to sabotage your efforts, steer clear. But never doubt your capacity for abundance. When the pain is too great, you will choose to seek a different destination of comfortable. "You were put here with a certain set of gifts to do something incredible enough to be abundantly wealthy." Never forget it. You never know who needs those gifts. In This Episode You Will Learn: Abundance How comfort is keeping you from abundance Changing your mindset Entrepreneur Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

It's not often that you hear of successful entrepreneurs who never actually planned to be an entrepreneur. And that's just one of the reasons why I'm so excited to share with you my conversation with YouTube star and "accidental entrepreneur," Amanda Bucci. It all began as Amanda was finishing up her nursing degree in college. With an ongoing interest and passion for fitness, she decided to track her fitness progress by creating an Instagram account. Without any expectations of a following, out of nowhere she had 15,000 followers. So how did she attract these people? Through GIVING! As many of you know, when you post progress pictures, your workout routine, your thoughts etc., you're going to get questions about how you were able to achieve your results. And with her spirit of generosity, Amanda felt called to respond back (paragraphs at a time) because she genuinely wanted to help. There was no money being made at this point, but that soon changed. Building a reputation as a coach, Amanda soon started taking one-on-one clients in addition to waitressing. Add studying for nursing exams and Amanda was maxed out. To free up time, Amanda decided to ditch the waitressing and create and sell an ebook. There wasn't a plan, just a vision and the desire to help others (and help herself as well if she could). Her first ebook, The Ins and Outs of Tracking Your Macros was a huge success and she found in addition to her coaching clients, she was making enough money to cover her living expenses with a little extra. With a nursing career still in sight, Amanda struggled. She didn't have the desire or extra time to study. Her passion for nursing had transitioned to fitness. Nonetheless, Amanda followed through, took the registered nurse exams and…didn't pass. A common occurrence, Amanda scheduled to take the test again, but when the time came take it again, she decided against it. It was time to take her fitness career to the next level (at this point she had already made $50,000 in just six short months!). Amanda took on more clients, started providing more content and kept sharing on Instagram and YouTube. So how did she do it in a world FULL of social media fitness stars? Amanda advises to not get discouraged by the amount of people who are doing something similar. There are so many people who need YOUR special message and guidance. "People want to connect with people. It's not just the information that people are seeking." Amanda feels that people buy things because they like the person they're buying a particular product/program from. "You can still shine your personality through your content in a way that makes you stand out and makes you unique." If someone else is doing something similar…great! But know that you have the power to make it better, different and MORE valuable. A game-changer for Amanda has been her practice of being transparent in so many areas of her life. It's about giving people a first-hand look into your life… Share your struggles, what you're feeling and what you're doing. The more you share, the more successful your community/following will be. Being so new to entrepreneurship, throughout her recent experiences, Amanda had never really thought about her long-term financial and impact goals. "I was focused on growth. I was focused on being better every single day and providing valuable content." Realizing she needed to seek outside help for her business, she joined Lewis Howe's Mastermind group (where we actually first met). Amanda has learned so much from him and other fellow entrepreneurs about what she wants the future of her business to look like. And one thing that was inevitable, she needed to offer more products and unapologetically charge for them. While this was difficult at first, Amanda realized that charging someone often guarantees more success, because people are held more accountable. She also reflects that it's refreshing to know the value of what you're offering. For example, her new high-ticket coaching services are offered at a higher price point than she's ever done before. And while fear and doubt creep, in she had the a-ha moment of: "I was able to give so much more because I didn't feel resentful toward the price that I charged." And guess what, the coaching services were a success! This doesn't mean you're not going to have nay-sayers who accuse you of manipulating or "scamming" people, but at the heart of your business, you know what you're providing. And don't forget, there's always the block and delete buttons, which Amanda has become more comfortable using. ;) As long as you're providing (aka giving!) value to your audience (and some free content, too), you have just as good of a chance as anyone to build a successful business. In This Episode You Will Learn: Transparency Giving free but valuable content Following your passion Entrepreneurship Resources: FB: facebook.com/AmandaBucciFit IG: @amandabuccifit YouTube: AmandaBucciFit Website: AmandaBucci.com Podcast: Bucc

My Two Cents – Ep. 31 – Abundance Hack – Are You Confusing the Universe? Have you ever wanted something, thought about it incessantly, only to proclaim at a later time that you don't? What if I told you that that action alone could be preventing you from multiple things – from a car to a successful business? "Everything you do, say and think is manifesting something physical. It's creating a result." Any hands up in agreement? I'm guessing I have a few skeptics. So before you think I'm getting all "woo-woo" on you, let me frame it from two different perspectives. No. 1 – If you're a believer in the Law of Attraction, you understand and likely support this theory. Your energy attracts other like energy. No. 2 – You either don't believe in this theory or you're just unsure of it – and that's OK! What I have to say will still resonate because what you think and say directly affects your subconscious and what you do (and how it affects your financial results). When your thoughts and statements are contradicting one another – you are ultimately holding yourself back. Let me give you an example… In your heart, you like nice things, but when you're talking to your friends, you tell them that you don't. Or you would love a new luxurious car, but again, you downplay it by saying it doesn't matter, you just want to have a car that "gets you from point A to point B." If this sounds familiar to you, you're not alone! Everyone, at one time or another, has done this very thing. We do it to fit in or justify where we're at in life in this very moment. But ultimately, your mixed messages are confusing the hell out of the Universe. "When you tell these little lies to feel happy for 30 seconds, they're actually robbing you of lasting happiness for years to come." And you may be turning away future success, too. I mean, what successful person is going to want to partner or help someone who doesn't welcome/attract success themselves? It's not until we start to live more unapologetically and make a habit of being honest with ourselves (and those around us) that we will start manifesting what we want in our financial picture. Let's start getting you what you really want by giving the Universe a clear message. In This Episode You Will Learn: Abundance Law of Attraction Financial Success Thinking one thing, doing another Living unapologetically Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

One would never know that the highly successful leadership expert and author, Steve Farber once dreamed of becoming a musician – playing guitar, writing songs – the whole bit. Those dreams, however, were put to the side when he soon realized that supporting a family and music didn't mesh well together at the time. So, he gave up the idea of a career in music and began his search for a job. Fortunately, he had a friend who had an investment business and he offered to take him on and show him the ropes. A few successful years later, Steve opened his own company – and found that he had become an entrepreneur. He soon realized though that despite running a thriving business, he hated it. Witnessing people inevitably lose money took a toll on his heart, because he genuinely cared about people – he wanted to help them. Realizing he could do more, he got out. Instead, Steve decided to take his business background, along with his passion for human beings, and combine them to start doing training, facilitation and consulting work. Along the way, Steve also discovered that he was also passionate about leadership. He made it his mission to help people grow into their own extreme leadership. While an expert in the field of leadership, Steve still has his checks and balances when it comes to either speaking at events or other training courses. Years ago, an attendee at one of his events about authenticity questioned if Steve was actually modeling what he was speaking about. That hit him hard. Was he truly speaking from his heart or just doing all the "right" things? Reeling from this comment, he sought out the advice from a mentor, Terry Pierce, and he had some simple but valuable advice. First, you're never going to connect with everybody. But specifically with the man who questioned Steve's authenticity, it was important to "Assume he was right and go from there." Take a moment to see if there's some truth. Whatever the answer, know that you can only learn and grow into a better leader. So what makes a great leader? Steve strongly feels that leadership has nothing to do with your position or title. It's not just about looking out for yourself and stepping on other people as you go. "The greatest leaders are the ones who invest themselves in other people's success. There's a generosity of spirit and in what they give." Not limited to money, this includes sharing time, energy, contacts and so much more. Extreme leaders, as Steve likes to call them, do it because it's the right thing to do. It's about implementing a spirit of inclusiveness in addition to the structure of it. You can still have that hierarchy within a company and still function in an inclusive way. Real leaders are committed to changing at least their piece of the world for the better and making radical leaps (not coincidentally the name of one of his books) in love, energy, audacity and proof. As you likely guessed, this isn't the status quo way of thinking (but Steve and I would love it to be). So what do you do when there's opposition? What if you're the minority in a situation? Steve coaches that it's all about finding your center of gravity. What do you love about the work you're doing? Where's your heart in this? Your values? "If your heart's not in it, you're not likely to take a stand." Whether you're against the status quo or right alongside it, Steve advises that you must make the decision to LEAD. Keep in mind that it's OK to say no. It's perfectly acceptable as long as you're making the decision consciously and being aware of the "oh shit! moments (OS!M). "If the only reason you're not doing something is because the idea scares you, that's the reason to do it." Let fear be your guide. Sometimes that fear actual means, "I should proceed, not retreat." Pretty soon, you'll be seeking out those OS!Ms, and that's ideal because it means you're always growing! Because sometimes, "It's the love that gets us to step up and take action, and the OS!M is often the experience of taking the action." Steve acknowledges that there are several different types of leaders/entrepreneurs out there and along with that different works styles. Some people work the standard 40+ hours a week and others boast a 4-hour workday. His take on it? "To each their own." At the end of the day, if you're creating and accomplishing what YOU intend to do, it doesn't matter how you do it. On the flip side, however, if you're not reaching your goals, you may have to adjust. When it comes to "work" in general, be it as an entrepreneur or in corporate America, Steve believes that all of it's good. Not everyone is wired to be an entrepreneur, just like not everyone is wired to work for someone else. To Steve, the problem lies in the work atmosphere. "We should be changing the nature of what it means to go to work – wherever it is." Even if it's mundane work, if you love the people and the company you work for, why shouldn't it be a joyful experience? Extending on that point a bit furth

My Two Cents – Ep. 29 – Dealing with Naysayers... Jake Paul's Advice. This past weekend at a mastermind event, I asked one of the younger (but very wise and successful) attendees, Jake Paul, how he deals with resistance or other people who are out to criticize what he does. His simple answer: "Don't let a few dirty dishes in the sink ruin the rest of the home." Boom! Enough said. It really is that simple, isn't it? I mean, why would we ever let something so small disrupt such a large structure? You wouldn't! The same goes for your life's work/mission. It's pretty much guaranteed that when you answer your calling (your mission), the nay-sayers start showing up. But are you going to let a few people convince you to quit what you're doing? No, of course not! But it's not always so easy to turn the other cheek and take the high road. That's why I've come up with three tips that will help you when people start to speak out against what you're working toward. Keep them in perspective. This goes along with the dirty dishes quote above, but don't let a few people cloud all the good you're doing. They are a TINY minority in a LOVING majority. See them with LOVE immediately. This is a tough one, but such a game-changer. When we can consider where the other person is coming from (different beliefs, different upbringing etc.), we have to believe that what they're saying is truth to them. "Someone's perspective is always their reality – you can't change that." And obviously, they loved you enough to share their perspective – right or wrong. Sometimes, it's simply just that they wish they were doing what you're doing, but they didn't want to put the work in. After all, it's easier to do nothing than it is to do something, right? Have a ZERO-engagement policy. I know sometimes you're going to want to defend yourself, but it only takes one screenshot of a message to send you and your mission on a downward spiral. Your safest bet? Don't waste your energy…or your time. "No energy should be wasted on anything that isn't strategically moving your goals forward." If you can implement these key tips when resistance shows up, you will achieve your mission faster and with less stress. In This Episode You Will Learn: Focusing on your mission Tips to fight resistance Nay-sayers Entrepreneur Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Like a lot of us, Dr. Michael DiMarco started his career in jobs that didn't serve him (or the people he was supposedly serving). Looking back, he's now grateful that being fired from those jobs was just one of the things that needed to happen for him to start pursuing his own dreams. "Everything is a little nudge pushing you to where you're supposed to be." With an ongoing interesting in both body building and lifestyle health, Michael took charge and started to create the life he wanted. And because he had a passion for helping others in the body building arena (especially those who were the victim of crappy supplement sponsorships), he also co-founded the thriving supplement company, Shredz. The company passionately believes in selling quality products in addition to providing educational information on lifestyle. Let's back up a sec here though… Did I mention that Shredz was originally started on a $15,000 credit card? While for some this would lead down a road of disaster, Mike's upbringing taught him to be responsible and he made it work. He and his found started out with the basics – finding a manufacturer and starting small so they didn't go further into debt. And over time it's become a success story – now an eight-figure company and growing. But even with Michael's wild success, he truly believes that his success has never been about the money. "Money isn't the goal. Put yourself in the consumers' shoes and think about if you're adding value their lives." Sure, if your short-term goal is to make a lot money, you can deceive and tell people want they want to hear with zero follow-through. However, if you want to make money and an impact for the long term you need to add value and do the things that fill your cup. "If you want to have a great life and be fulfilled, you have to do the things that make you happy and feed your mission or purpose in life." So what advice does Michael have for budding entrepreneurs? He encourages others to build a brand that everyone can identify with. "You have to create a brand that connects." Don't create a business just so you can see your name. Help as many people as you can, whether it's with that business or your day-to-day actions. It's not worth as much if the business is just about you. "If you attach a purpose to your business or your business already has a purpose, that to me is the way to make an impact." Whether through his own chiropractor practice or his company that helps people get healthy, Michael uses his wealth to do just that. "Money and success allow you to amplify the impact you can make." Message received loud and clear. If that doesn't inspire you to DO more, I don't know what will. In This Episode You Will Learn: Adding value to consumers' lives Creating a brand that connects Entrepreneurship Purpose Making an impact Lifestyle Resources: FB: facebook.com/drdimarco IG: @drdimarco SoulAbility.com SoulAbility Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/soulability-podcast/id1242562932?mt=2 For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

For some, My Two Cents topic today may be quite controversial, but we're going to talk about it anyway. (Check out my upcoming challenge at Fortheloveofmoney.com/challenge) When doing a good deed or a random act of kindness, is it acceptable to share on social media (or anywhere else) – be it with videos, pictures or posts? Some would argue that if someone shares their generous act that it automatically becomes a selfish one. But does it? I say a resounding hell no! With all the negativity in the world right now – more than ever – what if we saw more posts about generosity and giving? In my opinion, "The more random acts of generosity shown the better." Compared to seeing posts of people tearing each other down (politically, personally etc.), messages that share someone doing something GENEROUS makes people hopeful. Maybe it even makes them feel guilty (in a good way) and causes a person to ask themselves, "When did I last do something nice for someone?" Of course there will always be those people who think you're an a**hole for gaining attention for a "selfless" act, but who cares?! "The real person who should be questioned is the person doing the judging, not the giving." Besides, even if there's an ulterior motive – it's still helping someone and doesn't take the good out of the good deed. Don't be afraid of what any naysayers will say about it! "Share the damn deed with pride! Be unapologetic. Set an example. Be the light. Start a ripple effect of generosity that someone else was too afraid to do." So here comes the exciting part. I believe in this practice so much that I wanted to start a challenge around it. "I want to walk the walk and get as many people unapologetically doing and sharing random acts of generosity." So starting on June 12, I'm kicking off a 7 Day Generosity Challenge. That's seven days of generosity and sharing it with the masses. "Every single act – big or small – truly matters. And together we can make the biggest difference you've ever imagined." Get creative – it can be anything. Buying someone's coffee. Donating clothes to someone in need. Ordering a pizza for a business who you think would enjoy it. Leave a few five dollar bills in random places where you know someone could use them. The options are limitless. "No act is too small." If each of us does our part, we can set a new standard. We can create a new ripple of generosity. And I'll be doing this right along with you! Be sure to follow me @chriswharder as I give away $2,000 worth of prizes to those who participate throughout the 7 days. For official rules of the 7 Days of Generosity Challenge, visit fortheloveofmoney.com/challenge. And while I'm not typically a person who likes to ask for things, I would LOVE for you to please share this episode with your friends. Sure, this is a contest, but I'm interested in making this a MOVEMENT. Thank you so much for helping me make this a reality. I can't wait to see the ripple effect at the end of the 7 days. Let's go be generous! In This Episode You Will Hear About: The 7 Day Generosity Challenge Sharing random acts of generosity Shifting a Money Mindset Creating a Ripple Effect Starting a Movement Resources: Fortheloveofmoney.com/challenge For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Joshua Feuerstein – Episode 26 – What does THIS preacher think about gaining massive wealth? From very humble beginnings and a terrible speech disability, Joshua Feuerstein's story is not one you want to miss. His experiences and stories are jaw-dropping, and while you may not get why I have a preacher on this podcast, you will by the end as he drops some invaluable social media knowledge bombs that will blow your mind. For those who may not know, Joshua Feuerstein is a viral conservative social media personality, speaker, evangelist and political commentator with over two million daily Facebook followers. His bold perspective, cutting-edge presentation and resonating message have fueled several of his videos to break the coveted 100 million view mark. With between 30-50 million people viewing, reading and interacting with his posts on a weekly basis, he remains one of the leading social media voices in the Christian conservative movement. But this wasn't always the case for Joshua. In the early part of his life, he had a terrible stutter. He was bullied and teased (which he's now thankful for as it gave him some thick skin), but he had a loving home and an especially generous father. His father went out of his way to be kind to others – literally taking groceries from their home (when they had very little to give) to help those who were in need of them more. Witnessing such generosity, at the age of 17, Joshua felt called to give some of his things to a local church as well. After doing so and later attending a service at the church, he had a miraculous encounter with God. His stutter completely disappeared. Nothing gradual about it. It was gone. From this point, things starting looking up for Joshua. At the age of 19, he was speaking at several speaking engagements at churches and other large events. He even had an offer to become an NFL broadcaster. Things were going well, up until five or six years ago though, when his fiancée at the time broke his heart. Suffering from deep depression, it was one of the lowest points of his life, so much so that he pictured himself pulling the trigger on his own life. It was then that he had an epiphany where he recalled God's story about the five loaves and two fish…while as a whole it couldn't feed many, by breaking it into pieces it could feed thousands. Similarly, Joshua thought, "God could actually use my broken-ness to bless other people." And so it began… He started sharing his true, authentic self and the struggles that came along with it. People loved his transparency and as a result several of his videos went viral (some reaching more than 100 million views). Now an in-demand social media consultant, Joshua shares the "secrets" behind creating a viral video and gaining a loyal social media following for your brand. "If you say something that other people agree with, but don't know how to articulate it, they will share it." "If you say something that other people agree with, but they're afraid to say it – they share it." Your success is largely dependent on your authenticity. When it comes down to it, you want people to CONNECT with you and everything that you are. So let people see your flaws. "People want to see the real YOU – they don't want a façade." Furthermore, make sure you're being authentic to YOU and finding the niche around that. Make it something your passionate about. "Find who you are and build a brand around that – and invest in branding yourself." Know your audience. If you desire to be extremely neutral, you're not going to develop as loyal of a brand. Joshua admittedly uses a radical approach. Keep in mind that your biggest enemies can be your biggest evangelists… Being as conservative as he is, he's aware that there's always going to be some kickback. But to him it's one of the highest honors. "You're going to irritate some people. And if you're not, you're probably not doing it right." "Don't be afraid to tap into your opposition marketing and sometimes let your haters share your stuff, too – or at least talk about it." And don't take it personally… The haters don't necessarily hate you, they just don't like what you stand for (love that this relates to my last podcast!). So now that you've found your audience, how do you keep them? This is one of my favorite parts, because like me, Joshua also feels that generosity is key. He suggests consistently giving people VALUE. Don't try to monetize your following immediately or they'll likely end up mistrusting you. "Give people around 80% of your best stuff and then charge them for the last 20%." Also, be sure to let people see how you're doing good in the world. This doesn't mean you need to be boastful and showy, but when you lead by example, you're also inspiring others to do the same. As a preacher, Joshua believes that wealth can be a great thing. "Money isn't evil. It's if you simply love money to the point that it owns you, instead of you owning it." He also believes in the "sow and reap"

Well, that got your attention, didn't it? It got mine, too. Let me explain… The other morning, my wife, Lori, and I were on our way to Soul Cycle, one of our weekly workout outings. It was a good day and we were chatting back and forth. We had been driving for only 10 blocks when out of nowhere a guy who looked like he was ready to go to work, gave us the middle finger. This was no ordinary execution of flipping the bird though… This was a high-flying, fully extended middle finger that tracked us as we drove by. I give the man an A+ for effort. We hadn't done anything to set him off – we were driving under the speed limit, no loud music etc. The only thing left was that we were driving a Ferrari and obviously he had a problem with what it represented – wealth. Was I angry? Of course I was – the guy had just put a dark cloud to the start of my day. But that anger quickly turned into compassion as I realized just how much pain something must have caused him to trigger such an act. And this is just one of the reasons I started this podcast – I want to shift people's perspectives around money. "You'll never be able to change your current situation if you have any hatred toward the people who are in the situation where you'd rather be." Have you ever judged someone by their bag, their car or the clothes they wear? We all have at some point. But ultimately, "You can't hate wealth and have it at the same time – it just doesn't work." I realize that this goes both ways… I mean, I had no more of an idea what that man's story was than he had about mine. But what if we all knew or asked what a person's story was behind their wealth? What if they donate a large part of their wealth to charity? What if they donate their time? What if… And sure there's always bound to be that stereotypical jackass, but again that doesn't mean that all wealthy people are the same. I challenge you to think this through the next time you encounter wealth – whether it's in abundance or lack. Let's work on shifting our money mindsets so we're able to, "Let everyone thrive so we can ALL make a difference." In This Episode You Will Learn: Wealth Shifting Money Mindset Stereotypes Success Perspective Entrepreneur Appreciation Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

It will probably not come as a surprise that today's guest, Evan Tardy, was born with entrepreneurship blood running through his veins. His grandfather took the risk years ago to walk away from the already-in-place family farm and started a company, which is now run by his own father. Both men played a pivotal role in instilling a strong worth ethic in Evan, and further supporting those roles with phrases like, "You make your money at 4:00 on a Friday afternoon." With this in mind, it was inevitable that Evan started his own entrepreneurial career at the ripe age of 16 when he created his own mobile car wash service. Of course, hours upon hours in the sun washing cars gets tiring after a couple years, so with a successful run he sold the business to a friend to pursue other adventures on his entrepreneurial path. While there were moments of discouragement (and still some today), he just kept hustling and getting things done with the mentality that you "learn in your 20s and earn in your 30s" thanks to the idea from author Keith Ferrazzi. So after trying a lot of different things, volunteering and learning about various areas, he ended up meeting a dentist who was moving to town. Seeing the need for some marketing help, Evan offered to help him at no cost (it was the perfect opportunity for him to cut his teeth on the new things he'd learned). Not only was he successful, he increased the dentist's monthly income by more than three times than when he began. Evan also helped another friend with his marketing at no cost and had similar results. Did he need to give his work away for free? Certainly not, but for him, "The benefit of being able to help someone in some way or another and approach every challenge or thing I wanted to learn has come back to pay dividends in many, many multiples." After all, why would you not practice/hone your skills with a smaller (safe) audience before you have to do it for a much larger group? "Create a safe space for you to experiment. Try stuff, learn and fail when you only have an audience of two or three or when there's very little on the line." Fast forward to Evan's raging success as the President of Dr. Axe, the 2nd largest natural health website in the world. Now in a leadership role, he focuses on bringing the right people onto their team and ensuring that everyone is bringing their best selves and creative problem-solving skills to work each day. But what else contributes to the fact that Dr. Axe has been recognized as one of Inc. 5000's fastest-growing companies? "We're serving people with a mission that's a lot greater than ourselves." And while that mission is super important, he also knows that money, personal growth and friends play a factor, in addition to reinvesting in their employees, hiring more great people and focusing on the same things. There's really no "secret sauce." "By really choosing to focus on a few key pieces of the puzzle for us, we're able to reinvest profits to get better and better." Evan is a shining example of what it means to be a true entrepreneur – both in work ethic and generosity. And he feels that we're all here to aspire to some amount of greatness. Whether you make millions or just get by, he truly believes we should all just, "Enjoy the journey and OWN that we are all striving for greatness." And what a great lesson for us all. In This Episode You Will Learn: eCommerce Digitial Marketing Giving Entrepreneurship Creative Problem-Solving Millionaires Purpose Resources: DrAxe.com FB: @evantardy Digitalmarketer.com Book & Author recommendations: Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi Essentialism by Greg McKeown The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey Russel Brunson Ryan Deiss For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

My Two Cents – Ep. 23 – An Entrepreneur's Hack Guaranteed to Boost Your Income Here it is, the business hack you've been waiting for… Delegation. Ok, so this isn't a new concept, but stick with me because I'm going to share my "formula" and rules that make this a game-changer for your business and life. While the idea of delegation is quite basic, it's often not used to its full potential – if at all. Just my two cents, but "You simply cannot and should not be doing everything yourself." I understand that it's hard either giving up power or money, but this is exactly the reason you SHOULD. You're not being efficient, it slows you down and you could end up potentially losing money as well. "You should only be doing income-producing activities or activities that you love. That's it. Nothing else." So how do you know if delegation is right for you? The following two rules will help you determine if you can afford to delegate or if your business is at a point to delegate tasks. If you can hire out the task for less than you currently value your time at, then do it! Even if you have to hire it out for the same value as what you value your time at (or slightly more), and if it is delegating a non-income-producing activity, then do it. Here's how to estimate the hourly value of your time: Take your gross revenue (or your estimated gross revenue) and divide it by the number of hours you put into your business. This is typically 2,080 hours a year (52 weeks x 40 hours a week). Example, if you made $80,000, your hourly rate would be about $39/hour. If delegating a task would be less than this – do it! And keep in mind that even if it's a higher rate, it will likely still save you time (which is ultimately more money). And don't forget, when you delegate you're putting more jobs out into the economy as well. Not to mention you'll likely be passing over duties that frustrate you. In turn you'll likely feel a weight lifted – and be a happier person! I can tell you from experience that when you're happier, you attract more customers/business. "A happier entrepreneur is a more effective entrepreneur." I encourage you to start before you're ready. Stop doing the things you hate. And spend time doing more of what you love – growing your business and having more fun with it. To help you see where some of your inefficiencies are at (whether you're an entrepreneur or business leader), be sure to make this list: What's your hourly value? List every activity that you currently do to grow your business that somebody else could be doing that falls under your hourly value. List things that cost the same as (or a little more than) your hourly rate that you're currently doing, but would save you hours. Add anything else that you could delegate ­– get creative! What were your results? I would love to hear! Be sure to tag me on Facebook or IG! Now, go get delegating! In This Episode You Will Learn About: Delegation A Business Hack Income Wealth Mindset Business Success Entrepreneur Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

I am so excited (like geeking-out excited) for you to hear my conversation with Melyssa Griffin. She truly exemplifies the meaning of true entrepreneurship and giving, and I can't wait for you listen. (This podcast is a must for anyone who has a passion and wants to make a living by doing just that.) For those who may not know, Melyssa is a rockstar at teaching online courses and live workshops for entrepreneurs and bloggers who want to turn their after-work hobbies into full-time businesses. A few of her specialties include list-building, webinars, using Pinterest to get organic traffic, and content marketing. She also leads an active Facebook group of 60,000 members and helps almost 150,000 entrepreneurs with her weekly emails. Early on, Melyssa actually had nothing to do with the blogging/online world. After college, she started out as an English teacher in Japan, but after some time just never felt like it was her true purpose, so she started to pursue more creative avenues. She wasn't looking to start a business, she just really wanted to build an online community/blog that could help people become their best selves and be more creative. Well, once her blogging began, it spiraled into so many different areas. Melyssa opened a small web studio and focused her blogging on her experiences with growing her business. And wouldn't you know, people were really interested in what she learned and what she had to say. It was during this time that Melyssa discovered that while she enjoyed the creative work she was doing and learning new things each day, she actually was having more fun (and fulfilling her purpose more) by teaching others what she was learning along the way and helping them find the freedom in their lives like she did. And so began helping as many people as possible, "Monetize their passion." Ok, ok, easier said than done… Or is it? I know for many, this seems like a long shot. Can your passion really make you money? You'd be surprised. Melyssa's clients range from yoga teaching to art lessons with a unique type of marker (seriously). "People don't realize that there are all these sub-niches out there with people who are willing to spend money to learn what you already have in your head." But you have to be willing to put in the work and put the information out there. Time is always a factor, but in this day in age, it's easier than ever. Melyssa estimates that in 90 days and for less than $500, you can create a profitable business. Clearly, it won't happen overnight, but you don't need a HUGE audience. You just need to focus and be willing to forego a leisure activity or two. You can make it happen. "The time often exists if we make space for it. It's just a matter of are we willing to make that sacrifice in the vision of something bigger that's out there for our lives." Melyssa goes on to talk about her fears and practices to help break through them. She also shares with us her money mindset struggle and why she feels it's so important to be transparent and real when it comes to sharing her experiences (she shares her income and expenses on a monthly basis on her website). Melyssa is truly an entrepreneur who just keeps giving and giving…and giving. Whether it's the Pinterest knowledge she drops on this podcast, a free workshop/online course or helping to raise money for Pencils of Promise, it's so obvious that everything she does has others in mind. Money is great, but at the end of the day, it's about caring for people and finding a way to help each other. After all, Melyssa truly believes and practices what she says, "The biggest thing you can give is your heart." And I couldn't agree more. In This Episode You Will Hear About: Money Pinterest Entrepreneurship Blogging Online training Kindness Tribe Wealth Millionaires Purpose The Pursuit Resources: MelyssaGriffin.com Pinterest e-Course: PinfiniteGrowth.com Free Pinterest Class: WorkshopsByMel.com/pinterest New Podcast, "Pursuit of Purpose" releases June 27. Go to MelyssaGriffin.com/pursuit and sign up to be the first to know! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Wait a second, this is a podcast about giving, right? So why in the world am I talking about buying a Ferrari? While the title seems a bit contradictory, I assure you there's more to it. If you've listened to my other podcasts, you know that I'm all about smashing negative wealth stereotypes. And that's why I want ALL my listeners to have the ability to BUST through any mental blocks they have around wealth and unapologetically celebrate and pursue their wealth and accomplishments – OUT LOUD. There's a catch though…you must deem yourself worthy of all the good things that you accomplish along the way. "If you don't believe you're worthy, you'll never really reach your maximum wealth ability, and you'll never reach your ability to give in as big of a way as you want to." But there has to be a balance between giving to ourselves and to others. After all, what's it all for if we don't stop to acknowledge in some way, shape or form our achievements along the way? Does this mean you have to go out and buy a car? Definitely not – cars are just one of my deep-rooted passions. However, it's so important to find something that represents both the season/mood you're in at the time of your accomplishment and who you had to become in order to get it. For example, right now. "I'm in the season of aggressive, fast, sexy, and eye-catching movement – full speed ahead." Surround yourself with whatever will support you and help you to go ALL in. Be unapologetic about what dangling "carrot" motivates you to produce more epic results. And as those results compound, you'll be able to give the excess away to others. And at the end of the day, that's what it's all about, right? In This Episode You Will Learn: Worth Giving Wealth Mindset Business Success Entrepreneur Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Interviewing some of the youngest, most successful people I know today triggered me to ask one of my favorite questions, "What was your money mindset growing up?" I think people perceive wealthy individuals as "lucky" or "dealt the good hand in life," when truly I feel like 9 times out of 10, entrepreneurs didn't START off that way, which is why I like to hear (and share with my audience) everyone's background and how it all began. Interestingly, today's guests Emily and Hayden Vavra, give two very different but REAL perspectives on the beginning of their entrepreneurial careers. Emily was raised by a hard-working single mother with the mindset that "money doesn't grow on trees." Hayden, however, was raised in a very large and privileged family of equally hard-working parents and with the belief that anything and any amount of money is possible. Before entrepreneurial life, both had their careers – Emily made an average amount of money and Hayden played for a short time in the NFL. And while they were content, both knew as a couple that they were destined to do more. "I started reading a lot more, attended my first event and working on personal development. So I think for me, a lot of it came from the mindset. I needed to first believe that I could do it." – Hayden Vavra From a happy, but mediocre, lifestyle to an insane entrepreneur empire, Hayden and Emily are an unstoppable power couple. "We both have our individual dreams, goals and aspirations, but we definitely talk together about what's on the horizon as well and crazy goals that most people would laugh about if they ever heard us talking." Accomplishing things on your own is empowering and exciting (don't ever let anyone tell you otherwise), but from my own personal experience, and hearing what Emily and Hayden had to say as well, crushing goals with the one you love is a completely priceless feeling. You're Going To Hear About: In This Episode You Will Hear About: Money Business Entrepreneurship Isagenix Wealth Millionaires Mindset Happiness Pursuit Persistence Economy Relationships Growth Resources Mentioned: Secrets of the Millionaire Mind, by T. Harv Eker Instagram @Haydenvavra Instagram @Emilyvavra @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

"Your economy is YOUR economy." How you live, how you run your business and/or behave as an employee, what you spend and what your savings habits are – that's all up to you. It's in your hands…literally. I repeat, "Your economy is YOUR economy." So for all of my listeners who think we're in "tough times" right now, I'm here to have you try on a new idea, change your way of thinking and ask you to find a new perspective. "People see what they want to see." It's easy to find comfort and misery in tough times. Whether it's within your bank account or your relationships, I challenge you to think outside the box. As the old saying goes, "No one said it will be easy, but it will be worth it." "Knowing you can thrive in any city – at any time – is like having the magic ticket to success." In This Episode You'll Hear About Business Economy Wealth Success Entrepreneur Sales Demand Perspectives Thriving Resources For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

Born into an interracial family, Brendon Ayanbadejo's early first years were spent in Lagos, Nigeria. After his parents had decided to go their separate ways, he and his siblings moved back to the U.S. with their mom. "Growing up with a brother only 18 months older than me gave me my competitive edge or a bit of a 'chip on my shoulder' sort-of-speak. I felt like I always had something to prove. I had a little bit of talent with a whole lot of hard work." Speaking with someone as driven and as disciplined as Brendon today gave me immense inspiration and motivation to continue bettering myself from the inside out. "I knew by the age of 10 years old that I wanted to be a professional athlete so my body was going to be that vessel along with my discipline and mentality of sacrifice and hard work." Taking us back down memory lane to where it all began for him, Brendon shares a tragic story of his childhood best friend, which was one of his earliest reasons behind staying drug-free and 100% focused for his future pro-athlete years that were to come. He mentions how his upbringing in a very open household allowed him to be free with both his thinking and his actions, instead of feeling the need to sneak around and "experiment." This also led him to his decision to remain focused on his long-term goals. "I think it's a mixture of nature and nurture that got both my brother and I to the professional level. It started with nature, the DNA to run fast, build muscle mass and the durability, but it's like having a beautiful piece of wood that you must carve into something special with nurture. That's the discipline, handwork and strategizing." From a professional athlete to a franchise owner and huge advocate of serving his community and giving back, Brendon's interview today covers all angles. He is proof that being unapologetically wealthy doesn't equal greed. With his hands in helping those with diabetes, The American Heart Association, and helping feed the hungry, it's safe to say that the world needs more Brendon Ayanbadejo's. "It's not about how much money you make – do what you love. If your love turns into dollars and cents than that's even more amazing." In This Episode You Will Hear About: Helping Community Serving Impact Entrepreneurship Giving back Success Wealth Business Self-help Interracial Relationships Drive Discipline Pro-Athletes Resources: Orange Theory Fitness Brentwood, Los Angeles Location Instagram @brendon310

What does your upbringing mean to you, and how has it shaped your financial situation today? Good question, huh? In today's episode, I've broken down our "upbringings" into three categories that just may be the reason(s) behind your bank account. Is your past dictating your thoughts and habits regarding this topic? Let's fund out. (You see what I did there?) 1. The "Struggle" 2. Let's "Just get by" 3. THRIVE "Regardless of what category you may fall under, it doesn't determine your long-term outcome." As grown adults, each and every day is a new opportunity for us to choose. To choose our spending/savings habits, to choose our thoughts and to choose new expectations of ourselves. "It's important to know where you come from and the lessons and strengths that you've gotten out of it." No matter which it is for you, the common thread between us all is the want for a life filled with abundance. However, how you define that and whatever that looks like for you is totally up to YOU. "Find where you started and pick where you want to go." In This Episode You Will Hear About: Money Business Wealth Upbringings Past Future Entrepreneur Finances Spending Saving Choosing Success Side Effects Resources: For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

Bob Burg is a sought-after speaker at company leadership and sales conferences sharing the platform with everyone from today's business leaders and broadcast personalities to even a former U.S. President. Bob is the author of a number of books on sales, marketing and influence, with total book sales of well over a million copies. His book, The Go-Giver, coauthored with John David Mann, has sold over half a million copies and it has been translated into 21 languages. It has been released in a new, expanded edition with a foreword by Huffington Post founder and publisher, Arianna Huffington. Bob is an advocate, supporter and defender of the Free Enterprise system, believing that the amount of money one makes is directly proportional to how many people they serve. He is also an unapologetic animal fanatic, and serves on the Board of Trustees of Furry Friends Adoption & Clinic in his town of Jupiter, Florida. "Giving is one of the absolute keys to success." As explained by Bob himself, a "go-giver" is someone who shifts their focus from getting to giving, and by giving he means, "constantly providing value to the marketplace." With his own incredible success, Bob is the perfect man to get advice from. Setting yourself apart from the "others" in the business world, means that you must provide something that makes people feel as if it is more valuable for them to buy from you, than it is to NOT buy from you. You with me? No if's and's or but's, "The entrepreneur, or salesperson must make their main focus the consumer." Starting out on the Late Night News, Bob shares that the field of broadcasting just wasn't his thing and continued on to sales "With minimal training in sales, I floundered for a bit at first." But due to his resourcefulness and the drive to become better, it didn't take long for him to master the business. Where you are in life and your business now is not the end result if you do not want it to be. Figuring out what your consumer wants + needs + desires, is the equation that will take you straight to the top! So, for all of you future entrepreneurs out there, Bob serves us today with some of the best-ever advice given… "Don't make your target to make money, make your target serving others. The money is the reward for hitting the target, but it is not the target itself." In This Episode You Will Learn: Reading Knowledge Business Entrepreneur Giving Wealth Serving Happiness Marketplace Sales Productivity Goals Achievement Resources: Endless Referrals, by Bob Burg The Go Giver, by Bob Burg Richest Man in Babylon, by George Clason The One Minute Series, by Kenneth Blanchard How to Master the Art of Selling thegogiver.com

In today's episode, I will explore "The 5 Reasons Why It Has Never Been Easier to Be Successful than It Is in This Very Day and Age." 1. Share FREE content (it's trendy). 2. Masterminds 3. You can make money online with almost no investment (literally). 4. We are in a time of selling information (not selling things). 5. There is NO such thing as competition. (There is enough to go around if you are confident and good at what you do.) "The amount of information you need to start your own business is already out there!" Not being successful isn't from a lack of resources, not in 2017 at least. It's from a lack of your resourcefulness, don't be that person. Set some goals and crush them! "No one will know what you have to offer until you start offering it." If you want to be successful in life, all you have to do is offer massive value. Whether it be your work ethic, or you ingenious/original ideas etc., find the area that you kill it in, and make everybody want to learn from you. "Giving is free." In This Episode You Will Hear About: Success Motivation Entrepreneurship Resourcefulness Consistency Discipline Comfort Zone Conquering Goals Dreams Influencers Growing your audience Coaching E-courses For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

Lori Harder, also my beautiful wife, is a leading expert in the field of fitness, transformational work, mindfulness, and self-love. As a self-made millionaire, successful entrepreneur, network marketing professional, author, cover model, and three-time fitness world champion, she 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. For those of you who may not know Lori's past or how it all began for her, I have the honor of sharing my wife's story with you today. Having a "money mindset" may not come naturally to everyone, but that doesn't mean you can't ever create it. "My success hasn't always been like this and I know it's something I will continue to work on for the rest of my life because I know that once you hit one level, there is a whole other level out there that you need to strive for." -Lori Harder Growing up, Lori was raised in a very conservative household. At a young age she was told, "Money is the root of all evil and you only need to make enough to survive. Anything more than that is evil and greedy." With the constant battle in her head between money isn't good vs. how does the world go 'round without it, can you see how that would create a whirlwind for a young child just trying to "make it?" Having two very different views on the subject when we first met, Lori's money mindset began to shift after we started to spend more time with each other. "It was refreshing to see that you and your family thought of money as just a thing that created awesome experiences. It was something you looked forward to and were proud of yourself for earning." Even though Lori still had the belief that money equaled greed, she still wanted to create a better life for herself – so she made it her mission to incorporate both beliefs. Why not make money, sufficient enough to live well and financially stress free, while still giving back and be of great service to others? DING DING (light bulb goes off)! "Money doesn't make you greedy, I believe that it just highlights more of who you already are. It will just amplify how you were already showing up in the world." Moving out to the West Coast, for us, put success and wealth in a whole other category. The entrepreneur mindset and the "shameless" money personalities out here, makes the opportunities endless. There is no cap or ceiling. If you have the passion and the heart to create something and make money off it then the world is your stage! (WELCOME TO HOLLYWOOD!) I know from experience that Lori is NOT the only person to come from a family who has fearful thoughts around money. Whether you think you don't deserve to have a lot of it, or that it's evil, or you end up spending it faster than you truly earn it, whatever it may be, my wife and I are here today to break through some of those tough beliefs and to "give you permission" if you will, to take control of your own life and finances. Hard work should always be recognized and rewarded. You will forever be blessed if you think big and share your gifts. In This Episode You Will Hear About: Finances Business Wealth Success Abundance Gratitude Giving Money Mindset Entrepreneurship Worth Survival Resources Mentioned: Earn Your Happy Podcast loriharder.com Instagram @Loriharder For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

Welcome to my version of "myth busters." Today I'm sharing my two cents when it comes to blasting away old myth sayings about money. For example, "Money doesn't buy happiness" or "Money doesn't grow on trees." For decades, possibly even centuries, depending on how you were raised or who you surrounded yourself with, people have had hard times with money. That's no secret. BUT, on the other, brighter hand, people (even some of the same people who once had problems) have also had extraordinary experiences with money. "All these negative money myths do is chip away at your healthy money mindset." Let's get rid of these myths and stay focused on the facts. The old saying "money doesn't grow on trees," is basically telling us that "money is hard to come by." I can't lie, I may have heard that a time or two while growing up when asking my parents for some cash, but let's be careful here. Why would we start to program children to believe that money is scarce when in fact it's NOT. "It's not your resources that make you wealthy, it's about your resourcefulness." I'm a firm believer in prayer and manifestation. I truly think that you attract what you believe. Take a second and ask yourself, "If I believe that money is scarce, will I ever really attract it?" Let that one sink in… Then tune back in for some more money myth busters!

Cole Hatter is an entrepreneur, investor, author and award-winning speaker. He invests in real estate, start-ups, and several funds exceeding $100 million. Cole is the founder of Thrive: Make Money Matter, an annual conference designed to teach entrepreneurs how to dominate in business and in life, while making the world a better place. Cole is a husband, father and philanthropist that strives to give back. Cole's greatest passion is working to encourage, educate and empower people to live their lives in a way that makes a measurable difference in the world. Growing up in the church community, Cole knew that God's goal for him one day was to serve people on an astronomical level. "I grew up privileged in beautiful SoCal, specifically Newport Beach and along with the values I was raised with, I knew that when I was older I wanted to be able to give back and get paid for it." Looking into different fields such as medicine, the police department etc…Cole decided that he wanted to become a fireman. "That meant I would get to play with fire, save people and get paid." Starting to pursue this path as early as high school, he attended night classes and weekend college classes to be able to knock out his prerequisites (EMT, Paramedics). At the age of 18, when everyone else his age was just beginning their courses, Cole had completed his and immediately began working for the department. Two years later, Cole got into a tragic car accident putting him in a wheel chair, disabling him from walking and talking. Due to the circumstances, he moved back in with his family and was told that both his physical and mental being may just be permanently damaged. With that being said, and the perfect physical ability needed in order to be a fireman, Cole had to choose another path and begin again. "While the corporate setting works great for others, I just knew it wasn't a fit for me, so I decided to make moves while I was healing." Thankfully present-day Cole is 100% healed and has gained back not only his perfect mental and physical ability, but business, power, money and some major life lessons, including the destruction and hit of the 2008 recession. Fast forwarding to today, Cole not only has his 12-year-old real estate company, but a stream of multiple incomes. "I have started about 30 companies. Twenty-six of them have failed, but the four that have not have been able to compensate for the failing 26 and also put me on the map as a successful entrepreneur." With amazing advice and tips, Cole's interview gives an incredible outlook on life and business as a whole. With all the money in the world, he continues to work hard and knows that his job on Earth is not quite complete. He continues to give back, invests in potential business land mines and still makes time for his beautiful family. But for all you upcoming entrepreneurs out there, one of the best take-away tips from Cole is toward the end of the interview, so make sure to listen all the way through! Here's a little hint… "Just because you can do something, doesn't mean you should." In This Episode You Will Learn About: Entrepreneur Events Charity Investments Real Estate Author Fireman Business Natural Urgency Manufactured Urgency Hardworking Resources: The THRIVE Event: attendthrive.com @colehatter For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out fortheloveofmoney.com.

"Done Is Better Than Perfect" I get asked a lot, "How do you get so much done? How do you and Lori accomplish such amazing things?" It's really no secret…we just roll up our sleeves, dive right in and learn as we go! I owe a lot of credit to my wife, Lori. I share some of my back story in today's episode and how guilty I was of not even trying something unless I was 100% positive I was going to "knock it out of the park." But let's just be clear on one thing…there is absolutely no way a person can be 100% positive of anything! Am I right!? So what's the matter? What's the wait? There shouldn't be any! Having your significant other's back and being their anchor are two different things. Don't hold yourself or them down by anchoring, take leaps of faith and chances. You'll be amazed at the outcome. It's not about a perfected skill, or a large amount of money, it's about whatever you have to give in that exact moment. Quit waiting. "My wife was my wake up call. Now it's MY turn to be YOURS." You're going to hear about: Strengths Weaknesses Leaps of faith Expectations Success Impact Fulfillment Entrepreneurship Lessons Life Helping people Resources: Lori Harder's 14-Day FREE Challenge! For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

"I start businesses that make the world a better place." Speaking of people who make the world a better place, Mike is all about servant leadership. Using Tony Robbins as an example, he speaks about Tony's worth, not because it's extraordinary, but because he doesn't stop. Tony does what he does, 14,16, 20 hours a day, not because he needs the money or will ever "need" the money, but because he's here to SERVE! "Tony's mission is to impact more lives than anyone else in this world – probably other than Jesus." Of course we all want to grow our platforms, businesses, income, etc., but as Mike said, "People pick up on that." We must differentiate ourselves from similar businesses around us by giving back…servant leadership. One thing that Mike talked about today that really stood out to me, was how he personally reflects and how he believes people can "find their own personal gifts." Mike has taken almost every personality test imaginable. He finds that reflection and knowing your passions is what will not only bring you money, but what will make work enjoyable. "It will make the next 50 years of your "work life," feel like play-time. His tips and advice on starting a business and brand creation are just genius. "You have to know your persona and reputation before looking for investors. What's the feather in your cap?" I also asked him his favorite way to learn, and like Tony Robbins and Tim Ferris preach, Mike believes in immersive learning. "If you're trying to learn a new language, you don't just study one hour a week. You move to the country and immerse yourself. It's the same thing with business – you have to go all in." Long hours and hard work will get you everywhere. Jumping in head first may come with failures and setbacks, but it will eventually allow you to accelerate at a speed you've only dreamed of. In this Episode You Will Learn About: Business Entrepreneurship Success Faith Time Investment Servant Leadership Impact Crowd Funding Angel Investing Kickstarter Coaching Immersive Learning Resources: mikezeller.com Tony Robbins Unleash the Power Within For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

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AJ Mihrzad is the author of the best-selling book, The Mind Body Solution: Train your Brain for Permanent Weight Loss. With a passion for health, he studied Exercise Science and went on to earn a Master's degree in Psychology due to his fascination with the connection between mindset and weight loss. His cutting-edge approach to permanent weight loss insists that the key to a healthy body is a healthy brain. His clients are walking proof – there are hundreds of them! His writing has been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, The Huffington Post, Men's Fitness, and Bodybuilding.com. AJ is a keynote speaker at high-end entrepreneurial and personal development events, and also hosts the popular podcast, the Online SuperCoach Podcast (available on iTunes). Along with inspiring the lives of the general public, he is dedicated to helping coaches create an ethical and profitable online income through his business mentorship program available at OnlineSuperCoach.com. Growing up, AJ explains to us that in order to gain "power" he turned to food. It was his emotional drug of choice and before he knew it, he was 60 lbs. overweight! But as he got older, and food wasn't the only unhealthy option, AJ found himself dabbling in drugs and alcohol as well. "I was just looking to numb the pain. It was almost like I had a death wish." Not just once, but three times, AJ recalls and shares with us his overdose experiences. "I would wake up in the hospital totally unaware of what just happened, become depressed for the next few days and then go right back to my old ways again." At the age of 26, he overdosed on a stimulant that caused his heart to flat line, and AJ was pronounced dead at the hospital. Thankfully nurses were able to revive him, but he remained in a coma for the following 7 days. It was during this time of pain and suffering that AJ had finally hit his rock bottom and was ready for a change. No one is "dealt a bad hand," but playing the victim may cause a person to think that way. The mind is a powerful thing – it can either help you or hurt you. "Not only was my victim mentality not serving me any longer, but it was literally killing me!" Fast forwarding to today and a much more uplifting time, AJ is one of the most successful entrepreneurs that I know. He has completely turned his life around, continues to stay sober and has turned to positive pastimes such as reading, self-help, journaling and even coaching as his new way of life. Even as we talked today, AJ remains 100% vulnerable and shared with us that there's always room for improvement. There will always be those sneaky little stories that we tell ourselves, which hand-in-hand, then hold us back. He is the epitome of a hardworking individual whose goal now is to live each and every day to its highest potential – seeking out the good, the opportunities and the blessings we are all given. I admire his story, his past and every bit of him that led him to where he is today. Whether it be giant leaps or a small stone's throw, progress is progress! "I used to drive a crappy car and now I drive a Bentley. Just a small example, but that's how progress pushes me!" In this Episode You Will Learn About: Victim Mentality Setbacks Blaming Business Entrepreneur Power Experiences Second Chances Weight Gain Weight Loss Reading Mindset Journaling Mentoring Coaching OnlineSuperCoach.com The Online Super Coach Podcast facebook.com/ajfit The Mind Body Solution: Train Your Brain for Permanent Weight Loss by: AJ Mihrzad Joe Polish For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.

The reason WHY I decided to read 30 books in 30 days. Yes, you heard me correctly. An entirely different book, every single day, for 30 days straight. You see, about two years ago, I wasn't complete fulfilled and in love with the person I was becoming. I found myself judging more than usual, drinking more than usual, eating crappier foods more than usual, and showing up for my self and others in a half-assed way (pardon my French.) "When you have greatness inside of you but you aren't doing anything to pursue it, it can be a boring and lonely place. And when you are bored and lonely, you tend to fill your time with stupid things." It was time I started noticing the gap between myself and others (specifically my wife, who happened to be kicking ass in all aspects of life at this time.) After some mindless scrolling on Instagram (yes, guilty!) I came across Tai Lopez, the king of what I like to call "Bait-and-switch." He has a knack for posting shiny things like cars, mansions, jets etc. to catch your eye and possibly even give you some mixed feelings about him as a person, but what he really is, is a freaking reading ROCKSTAR! Tai's reading book club is larger than Oprah's, from my understanding! WOWZA! "I thought to myself, If this man has the time to read a book a day and still be successful, then #1 wow am I lazy and #2 this is something I can do too!"But, it doesn't stop there. Find out how I gave back and my final donation to Make-A-Wish Foundation, in this episode! And, if you know what's good for you, go ahead and follow my guy, Tai! In this episode you'll hear about: Reading Knowledge Showing up in Life Shortcuts Self Love Entrepreneur Greatness Empowerment Success Accountability Charity Foundation Resources: Tuesday's With Morrie – Mitch Albom The Legacy Journey – Dave Ramsey The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene' Brown The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari – Robin Sharma How to Win Friends & Influence People – Dale Carnegie Entrepreneurial Strengths Finder – Jim Clifton The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz The Richest Man In Babylon – George S Clason Man's Search for Meaning – Viktor E Frankl Lead Like Reagan – Dan Quiggle The Thank You Economy – Gary Vaynerchuk The Need to Say "No" – Jill Brooke Many Lives, Many Masters – Brian L Weiss The Alchemist – Paulo Coelho Leaders Eat Last – Simon Sinek The Starbucks Experience – Joseph A Michelli The Go Giver – Bob Burg The 7 Spiritual Laws of Success – Deepak Chopra The Science of Getting Rich – Wallace D. Wattles Whale Done – Ken Blanchard The Big Leap – Gay Hendricks How They Started – Carol Tice & David Lester Give & Take – Adam Grant The War of Art – Steven Pressfield Shark Tank Jump Start Your Business – Michael Parish DuDell What I Know For Sure – Oprah Winfrey The Blessed Life – Robert Morris Within – Dr. Habib Sadeghi Dare to Serve – Cheryl Bachelder The First Family Detail – Ronald Kessler The Bliss Habit E-Course: theblisshabit.com The Bliss Project Event: theblissproject.info For more stories and tips on becoming unapologetically wealthy, follow me @Chriswharder on Instagram and check out www.fortheloveofmoney.com.