For The Love Of Money Podcast | Business | Philanthropy | Entrepreneur | Lifestyle And Success With Chris Harder

Bridgette Boucha is the founder of The Betterment Project, a financial services and strategy solution for entrepreneurs. I’ve witnessed first-hand how her soulful, skilled approach to finances has not only transformed Lori’s business, but also her money mindset.  We recently caught up to talk about how to become a next-level leader by upgrading your financial strategy. Bridgette explains what a fractional CFO is and how they can help you get a better handle on bookkeeping and financial forecasting. She also shares ways to set yourself up for success during tax season and slower revenue months.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why you need to have financial conversations that go way deeper than money  Tips to be more proactive and less reactionary with your finances  How to be an informed consumer without getting caught up in the the headlines Bridgette’s rule of thumb for investing in yourself and your business  Three signs that you should be working with a fractional CFO  What a Money Mapping e

When we study the patterns of successful people, the number one thing that helps them reach their goals is repeating a simple process. When you fall in love with a routine that works for you, that’s when the magic (and money) comes. In this episode, we talk about why it’s so important to resist the urge to give up when things start to feel monotonous. We also talk about what keeps us motivated, focused, and committed to the show up consistently.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The unexpected benefits of monotony  Understanding the time it takes to achieve meaningful results Where are you choosing to be frustrated instead of taking imperfect action?  Shortening your milestones and rewarding yourself along the way    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.    CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends

Everybody wants outstanding results, but are you willing to put in the effort it takes to get there? Your actions and mindset need to be a cut above the rest if you want to achieve greatness. In this episode, I talk about what it looks like to stand out from the norm and get real about how to rise above the demands of the current economy. It’s not easy, but I promise it’s always worth it.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why I’m so focused on creating outstanding results  Looking at where you’re comfortable being in the middle of the pack  Surrounding yourself with people who push you to be more than mediocre  Foundational strategies for becoming one of the rare ones who truly stands out   RESOURCES Text me the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 if you want to be considered for the very first roundtable VIP business strategy session.  Learn more about the Fast Foundations Mastermind: fastfoundations.com    CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me 

My friend Rob Murgatroyd is one of the strongest examples in my life of what it looks like to live in alignment and follow your intuition. He’s truly mastered the art of living authentically and chasing what matters most, which for him is quality time with his family and community.  In our conversation, Rob shares the story of how he and his family moved from Manhattan Beach, California to Florence, Italy and how it completely changed their lifestyle. Like so many Americans, he was fed up with the rat-race environment and felt burnt out from feeling like he was always behind.  Rob highlights some ways that we can tap into the Italian approach to living, even if becoming an expat isn’t on our bucket list. He also describes simple strategies to balance ambition with enjoyment and adopt the work hard, play hard mindset.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The biggest differences that Rob notices about life in Italy vs the US  Challenging the template that you use to design your life  What wisdom Rob hopes to imp

If you’re feeling stuck or struggling with motivation, the best thing you can do is surround yourself with positive peer pressure and accountability. Lori and I feel like we finally have clarity around our goals and the steps we need to take to get there, and so much of that process happened at the recent mastermind event we attended.  In this episode, we talk about how to create more support in your life and expand your capacity. We share some real life examples of how we built up our network and rely on them to keep us on track with achieving our dreams.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why it’s so important to set a goal and work backwards from there  Lori’s plan for actively growing her audience  How to set up milestones and rewards along the journey The power of a peer group that holds you accountable   RESOURCES beonline is our proven process of growing businesses online! Learn more here: chrisharder.me/beonline  Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.    CONNECT W

I’m joined by Cameron Herold, aka "The COO Whisperer," to discuss how to be a better CEO and choose the right second-in-command. He’s helped build three $100 Million businesses, including 1-800-GOT-JUNK, and is now dedicated to sharing his strategy for success.  Not only do we dive into the takeaways from his latest book, The Second in Command, but we also touch on his current digital nomad journey and how traveling the world has transformed his approach to business leadership. Plus, Cameron shares his perspective on what it takes to be an entrepreneur and how to stay connected with your core purpose through all the ups and downs.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Scaling faster by delegating tasks and staying within your zone of genius  How Cameron learned to leverage what held him back in school in order to succeed in business  Why it’s so important to invest in a business mastermind community  Cameron’s top three tips for business owners who want to franchise  The first position you should hire for, rega

Regardless of what’s going on in the economy, there will always be two groups of people: those that are financially motivated and educated, and those that are not. It’s up to you to get money from the financially unmotivated and uneducated, and then use that to buy assets that are on sale.  I’m sharing some ways you can capitalize on free or low-cost resources to participate with other motivated and educated folks. Consider this your daily dose of positive propaganda and a push in the right direction!     IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Tools to become an entry-level expert in basic personal finance and investing How wealthy people make (and keep) their money in a slowed down economy  The best question to ask yourself when there’s a window of opportunity Examples of how my ‘law of financial flow’ works    RESOURCES Learn more about The Money Principles:  thetruthaboutmoney.com  Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNECT WITH CHRIS

We always like to start off January with an event that gets us inspired to make powerful business moves in the new year, and this year’s mastermind did exactly that. In this episode, we unpack a few key takeaways from our weekend with industry leaders like Jay Shetty, Ed Mylett, Mel Robbins and so many other people that we look up to. We also share our advice about how to approach events like this and highlight why it’s so important to collaborate with your peers.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Recognizing that you always have something to offer  The downside of choosing efficiency over effectiveness  Reframing your mindset around asking for help  Why you should never underestimate the power of your peer group    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.    CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Bu

Lori just hit a huge milestone with her show, Earn Your Happy: 1,000 episodes! I’m constantly inspired by her consistency and dedication to the platform she’s built and how much value she adds to her listener’s lives.  Not only am I celebrating Lori today, but I’m also using her accomplishment as an example. All it takes is just one bold move! We tend to get so caught up in the big picture and details that it holds us back from actually going after our dreams. But, with more than 50 million downloads and 1,000 episodes, Lori is living proof that one small step can lead to life-changing results.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Looking back on how far Lori has come since launching her show in 2016  Not getting caught up in the outcome  Being willing to take the first step and be a beginner at something  Celebrating Lori and everything she does for the Earn Your Happy community    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNE

Lori and I just got back from a three-day mastermind that Brendon Burchard put on for us and I am feeling so clear on my goals for 2023 (and beyond). Thanks to being surrounded by people who are living proof that our dreams can become our reality, we left there breaking through the ceiling of what we envision for our brands.  We had the chance to mastermind with some of today’s greatest thought leaders like Mel Robbins, Jenna Kutcher, Jay Shetty, and so many others who inspire me to hit that next level. Listen in to hear some of my takeaways and reflections from this transformative weekend.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The magic that happens when you’re around people who are a little further ahead than you  Gaining clarity on what opportunities to accept or walk away from  What it really means to act from a place of abundance  Understanding what it takes to become a leader in your industry  Reinforcing your mindset with evidence that you can achieve your goals    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416

Lori and I received an amazing text the other day from a former employee and it just confirmed for us that next-level leadership is about leaving the people that work for you better than you found them.  We’ve gone through ups and downs when it comes to hiring and managing employees, but those lessons have helped us get really clear on how to build a supportive, growth-oriented team. Join us on this episode as we reflect on how to set yourself apart as a brand leader and employer.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The distinct middle ground between team bonding and being actual friends Understanding someone’s work love language  Why it’s so important to establish normal check-ins with your employees  Our thought process behind investing in self-development courses and events for our employees Creating space for your employees to leave on positive terms   RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.    CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @dri

Dan Martell is an award-winning entrepreneur and best-selling author on a mission to change the way we think about launching and scaling businesses. In our conversation, we talk about how to spend more time doing what you love and making money while doing it.  Not only do we touch on Dan’s game-changing ‘buyback principle’ and his formula for calculating your hourly rate as an entrepreneur, but he also gets real about what his fear of failure cost him. He shares an incredible story about how he rerouted his life as a troubled teenager and the influence a compassionate prison guard had on his life. Listen in to hear more of Dan’s story and his unique approach to building successful companies.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The profound effect of spreading kindness and acknowledging when people go above and beyond Overcoming the fear of being vulnerable and sharing your journey   Recognizing when you create chaos to sabotage your success  How to intentionally and effectively fill your calendar as an entrep

When it comes to money mindset, a lot of us take advice from well-meaning people or institutions that want to keep us small. I’m breaking down three myths that might be holding you back financially, including why your money shouldn’t be sitting in a savings account, how to tell the difference between good and bad debt, and why you shouldn’t be racing to pay off your mortgage. There are so many ways to start putting your money to work, but it all starts with your beliefs about what’s possible for you and your financial health.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The reality of the disappearing middle class  The lie that big banks sold to us about savings accounts  Examples of strategic debt and consumer debt  My rule of thumb for measuring how much monthly debt you can responsibly handle  Why I tell homeowners to skip the double mortgage payments and invest that money into something that will give them a far bigger return   RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspecti

A great way to visualize your threshold is to think of it as a thermostat. Whatever you set your goals or standards to, you’re going to maintain that level just like you would when you set the temperature of your home. In this episode, we explore what this concept looks like in terms of our finances, emotions, and risk tolerance. We also share how we’ve learned to reset our thermostat and push the limits of what we believe is possible.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Looking back at how far we’ve come from our original financial goals  How your decisions become your identity  Actively choosing to reset your stress response  Why expanding your risk tolerance is one of the most important things you can do  The three steps for resetting your ‘thermostat’    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.    CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsan

There are three main areas where you’re costing yourself time, money, customers, and leads, and I bet you don't even realize it.  As entrepreneurs, especially when we’re starting out, we try to cut corners and get scrappy, but I’ve experienced first-hand why it’s so important to call in the pros on things like taxes, paid advertisements, and copywriting.  In this episode, I break down what opportunity cost is and how to avoid those painful lessons by relying on experts to help you out, even on things that you consider to be in your zone of genius.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why you shouldn’t be doing your taxes, bookkeeping or payroll  The rule of thumb for investing in Facebook and Instagram ads How you can work more efficiently and save money by hiring experts  The formula for figuring out your hourly rate as an entrepreneur    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit

One of the easiest and most transformative resolutions that you can make this year is to change your language around money. When you shift that internal dialogue, it affects your thoughts, which then ripples into your actions and outcomes. In this episode, I share some tangible examples of how to rewire your fear-based beliefs so that you can create more abundance in 2023.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How your language can hold you back financially  Patterns that I’ve noticed in the final interviews that I’ve been doing with the Elite Mastermind applicants  Recognizing when you rely on old safety measures to “protect” yourself  Approaching investments from the perspective of possibility instead of scarcity    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

Welcome to the first He Said She Said episode of 2023! To kick this year off, we’re each sharing one thing we’re going to implement and one we’re going to stop doing. In our experience, focusing on two key habits helps us stay on track and actually hit our goals. Plus, we recap our holiday weekend and talk about what it’s been like since bringing home our new puppy, Bonkers (spoiler alert: he’s fully living up to his name)!    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Our strategy for setting New Year’s resolutions  Allowing space for flexibility and imperfect progress  Why we’ve stopped adding more things to our morning routine  Questions that Lori uses to guide her decision-making process    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.    CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business Listen to Earn Your Happy

The truth about New Year’s resolutions is that you only need to make a few key changes to your behavior and have a target in mind if you want to achieve sustainable growth. Instead of flipping your world upside down, I want you to leave some space for life to naturally unfold and make necessary pivots. In this episode, I’m sharing my simple formula to block out the noise and ensure 2023 is a year worth celebrating.     IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why I don’t believe in making radical changes at the beginning of the year Focusing on ways to keep the momentum going  My advice for hitting financial milestones  Three key changes I’m going to implement this year    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

There’s a lot of pressure at the beginning of the year to make radical changes to your financial habits. But, when you focus on three small changes, you’re more likely to actually implement them and stay consistent throughout the year. I’m sharing examples of things that you can stop doing, start doing, and keep doing in 2023 that can massively impact your financial success. Plus, I share three habits I’m personally committing to and how I plan on holding myself accountable.    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Examples of small sacrifices that can bring huge results  Why it’s crucial to automate your investing  What it means to pay yourself first  Simple ways to stay in the energy of being motivated around your money    RESOURCES Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras or Business Perspective messages to boost your day.     CONNECT WITH CHRIS Follow Me: @chriswharder Visit My Website: https://chrisharder.me

The common thread between all of the most successful business leaders is that they all know what their talents are and they don’t let their ego get in the way of finding people who can fill in the gaps.  We’re sharing an exercise that you can do to understand exactly what your zone of genius is and get more visibility into your blindspots. I describe what I think Lori’s strengths are when it comes to networking and building a business, and she highlights what she notices in my skill set as well.  DM us @chriswharder and @loriharder to let us know let us know what your superpowers are!    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Leaning into what you’re good at instead of getting stuck in what you’re bad at  Actively choosing to shift the energy and operate in a higher vibration   Taking messy action instead of waiting for perfection  The key to cultivating a supportive network  Our challenge to you that will help you recognize your talents   RESOURCES This is your last call for the 2023 Elite Mastermind! Apply at: