The Chris Harder Show

When you're so caught up in the daily grind that you lose sight of what you're working toward, even success can start to feel like a chore. In this throwback episode, Lori and I are asking each other some of the questions that have helped us stay connected to our dreams, navigate challenging seasons in business, and find more happiness along the way. We're sharing how we keep our biggest goals front and center, the simple habits that help us turn tough days around, and why stepping away from work might actually be the fastest way to your next breakthrough. Plus, we get personal about what we're most proud of right now, what we wish we made more time for, and the mindset shift that helps us find wins even when everything seems to be going wrong. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or disconnected from the bigger picture, this conversation will help you get back to what makes all your hard work worth it. HIGHLIGHTS The one business responsibility Lori would keep if she had to delegate everything else. How to turn challenging setbacks into opportunities for personal growth. Why making more time for creativity and play can lead to bigger business breakthroughs. The simple way we keep our biggest dreams alive when the daily grind takes over. How to use what I call "positive propaganda" to stay motivated and believe in what's possible. Lori's go-to strategies for navigating stressful days without letting them derail her. The mindset shift that helps us find something to celebrate, even on our toughest days. RESOURCES Want help growing your Instagram without having to figure out what to post or find time to post it? LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRAND LAB HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Are you sitting on the sidelines waiting for a "better time" to start, pivot, or rebuild from scratch? Starting over in business might be the best thing that ever happens to you, especially right now. Whether you're launching your first business, pivoting from something that isn't working, or ready to build your next big thing, I'm breaking down three reasons there's NEVER been a better time to start from scratch. Between AI making it possible to build with fewer resources, massive changes creating brand-new problems people will pay to solve, and the cost of launching a business dropping dramatically, the opportunities in front of you are bigger than you might realize. I'll share real examples of entrepreneurs doing more with smaller teams, how to use AI to test and launch your next idea, and how to position yourself as the expert people need in a rapidly changing market. If you've been waiting for the right time to take your next big swing, this episode is your sign to stop waiting. In this Episode, You Will Learn The 3 major shifts making NOW the best time to start, restart, or pivot your business. How entrepreneurs are building bigger businesses with smaller teams and dramatically fewer resources. How to use AI to validate your next business idea and launch without spending a fortune. Where to find brand-new business opportunities hiding inside today's biggest disruptions. How to turn your existing skills and experience into expertise people will pay for. Why starting a product-based business no longer requires the massive upfront investment it once did. How to take advantage of this unique window of opportunity before you miss your chance. Join us on our next Found Trip: Comment "FOUND" on any of my Instagram posts to receive the link for the announcement of his next four-day FOUND trip. Want help growing your Instagram without having to figure out what to post or find time to post it? LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRAND LAB HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Frello: @frello_app

Want to become the person people remember, follow, and ultimately buy from? In this episode, Lori and I are breaking down one of the most valuable skills you can develop in business: storytelling. You don't need a wildly successful exit or some unbelievable life experience to have stories worth telling. In fact, some of the stories that connect and convert the most are hiding in the ordinary moments you're already living. Listen in to learn how becoming a better storyteller can help you build a stronger personal brand, create deeper connections with your audience, become more memorable on podcasts and social media, and ultimately turn more of the attention you're getting into customers and sales. In this Episode, You Will Learn Why storytelling can be the difference between being forgotten and becoming someone people want to follow and buy from. The type of stories that can create the strongest connection with your audience and convert into customers. How to find compelling stories in the everyday moments you're probably overlooking. Why having an interesting experience isn't enough to make it a story people will remember. How better storytelling can make your podcast interviews, social content, and personal brand more valuable. Why practicing your stories before you need them can help you turn future opportunities into more visibility and sales. How some of the best storytellers Lori has interviewed have turned a single podcast appearance into tens of thousands of dollars or more in sales. RESOURCES Want help growing your Instagram without having to figure out what to post or find time to post it? LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRAND LAB HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app

Do you ever feel like every text, email, or notification needs your attention right now? I took a group of entrepreneurs on the first Found trip, and for one day I asked them to leave their phones behind and rediscover what it feels like to simply be present. I'll take you along, from the nerves before we unplugged to a day of unexpected experiences in Santa Barbara, and share why this experiment became one of the most memorable parts of the trip. What happened when nobody could reach us in the usual way surprised me, and it may change how you think about your own phone! HIGHLIGHTS What is the Found trip for entrepreneurs, and what happens during the four-day experience? What really goes on at the magic castle? The biggest lessons Rob Dyrdek shared with entrepreneurs during the Found trip. How to hold a '90s day, and why you should! What did winery founder Matt McKinney share about building and selling his business? What was it like to try Santa Barbara's long, high-speed zip lines as a group? How did the entrepreneurs spend time together after the day's activities? What did the group do on the final day to set goals and plan for the year ahead? RESOURCES The current Found Trip is sold out, but another intimate four-day experience for high-performing entrepreneurs is coming soon. Shoot me DM on Instagram letting me know you're interested in the next Found trip for more info. Want help growing your Instagram without having to figure out what to post or find time to post it? LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRAND LAB HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Frello: @frello_app

Are you spending more time preparing your idea than actually putting it into the world? In this episode, Lori and I talk about why you don't need a perfect product, massive launch, or elaborate plan to find out if something will work. We break down what happened when we launched Found Trip and Million Dollar Guest, what we learned about product-market fit, and why continuing to market matters when a few emails or posts don't immediately produce results. Get ready to stop waiting for everything to be perfect, get your idea out there, and use your first launch as the starting point for what's next. HIGHLIGHTS What I learned from launching Found Trip before everything was perfect. How Lori pushed through doubt while building Million Dollar Guest. Why a few bad days don't mean your idea isn't working. How we sold the last Found Trip spot by turning up the marketing. Why your first launch is really a test for product-market fit and feedback. Lori's reminder to stop getting ready and just get it out there. RESOURCES Want help growing your Instagram without having to figure out what to post or find time to post it? LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BRAND LAB HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More Sales in the next 90 days - GET THE BLUEPRINT HERE! Check out upcoming events + Masterminds: chrisharder.me Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day. FOLLOW Chris: @chriswharder Lori: @loriharder Frello: @frello_app