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

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Enjoying the process Meeting your customers where they’re at now Pivoting and changing Pulling your dream through the drudgery   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: Lori and I both bring in such different perspectives when we look at topics together. This week, Lori gets to give more details on her exciting upcoming project, and how we are dealing with all of the fear and doubt that comes along with a pivot and new product launch. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Finding the recipe for balancing being ambitious and enjoying the moment Having the willingness to ask Starting a for-profit, for-cause business Giving yourself permission to ask questions Getting started as a paid speaker Training yourself to be optimistic   Resources: Learn more: jessekstrom.com Read: Chasing the Bright Side Headbands: headbandsofhope.com Speaking Course: micdropworkshop.com Instagram: instagram.com/jess_ekstrom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jess-ekstrom-59160342 Show Notes: Jess is the founder Headbands of Hope and author of the book Chasing the Bright Side, and she is the perfect guest for this show. She’s an entrepreneur whose company has a massive giveback component, and they have donated over half a million headbands to children battling cancer. She has been all over the media, and it’s a privilege to hear her story on the show today. You’re about to have your life and your business totally changed. Question Highlights: What’s it like to trave

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Setting a realistic, achievable goal Moving beyond just paying your bills Asking better questions Living extraordinarily AND creating massive security Ways you can 3X your income   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com   Show Notes: Let’s talk about how you can 3X your income. We hear a lot of talk about people trying to 10X their income, but the problem is that it’s not a believable goal for most people to wrap their heads around, so it never ends up happening. But you can significantly increase your income, and 3 times your income is a great number you can get to quickly. I’m going to share why it’s realistic, why I specifically chose that amount, and how you can do it. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How to say no to friends without letting them down Leveling up your tribe Setting boundaries with your partner Communicating love languages Setting boundaries around spending habits and communication   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: We are back with another episode where I sit down with my wife Lori and we talk about what’s going on in our lives around a cup of coffee. This week, we have a few questions from our listeners about saying no to friends, setting boundaries, and love languages.   Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Making one mistake that puts you out of business Learning to overcome your ego How to stop comparing yourself to others Holding yourself accountable How to pick yourself back up after a crash The 3 keys to success   Resources: Learn more: marquesogden.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/marquesogden Instagram: instagram.com/marquesogden Facebook: facebook.com/MarquesOgdenSpeaker Twitter: twitter.com/Marques_Ogden Read: The Success Cycle Show Notes: Marcus Ogden was a successful NFL player for 5 years and went on to launch an incredibly successful construction firm in his retirement before losing it all. This is a story about doing everything right but making one mistake that can cause you everything. But the best part of the story is how you make your comeback from that, and we’re going to share his tremendously inspiring story that read to his latest book, The Success Cycle, which talks about the 3 keys for achieving your goals in business and life.   Question Highligh

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The best thing money can buy The second-best thing money can buy How more money gives access to more freedom Not creating a life that robs you of freedom   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com   Show Notes: What is the 2nd best thing money could buy? In my opinion, the best thing money can buy is impact, contribution, and generosity. Being able to make a difference in somebody else’s lives. But the second-best thing, and a close second at that, is freedom. It’s choice. If you are going to work your tail off, make a ton of abundance, do it for the freedom it brings you. My wish for you is that you are able to accumulate the abundance and wealth that leads to you accumulating freedom. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Giving yourself forced breaks How to fit in when you are joining a new tribe Having hard conversations upfront Being willing to say yes and give new experiences a shot   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com   Show Notes: Lori and I are sitting down to have some coffee and have some unscripted talk about what’s on our mind. We just got back from spending a few days in Park City with some high-level entrepreneurial couples to talk about life, and it was a great trip. If you’re a hard-charger, it is so important to give yourself some forced breaks in order to give yourself some fun and some rest.   Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Coming up with solutions instead of problems The value of proximity Building relationships with people The law of reciprocity Working hard and playing hard Making the lifestyle that you want to have   Resources: Learn more: workhardplayhardpodcast.com Instagram: instagram.com/robmurgatroyd Twitter: twitter.com/jetsetlife Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com   Show Notes: Dr. Rob Murgatroyd is a former multi-seven figure earning chiropractor who was just dominating the space before he woke up one morning and realized he was not fulfilled and not happy. He had a lifelong dream of moving out to California and living on the sand, but he had so many things that kept him tied to Georgia: his chiropractic offices and his family who he didn’t want to uproot. Today, he has made that dream a reality, and he’s here to tell all of you who want to make a massive transition but don’t know how to do it.   Question Highlights:   How did you move past the concerns about making this

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The three things that set us apart Being accountable The three vital pieces of accountability Controlling your environment Thinking about the big picture   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com   Show Notes: Today, I’m with my better half to reveal 3 things that have made us really successful. We sat down to examine what we do differently than those people who feel stuck, and we figured it out. And we’re going to share it with you. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Coming up short on your goals & overcoming it The one thing you can move the needle on your goals Building habits into your life Prioritizing your health and well being The importance of sleep Mindfulness practice Consistency in working out Being present Building your confidence & charging what you’re worth   Resources: Instagram: instagram.com/abemaynard   Show Notes: We’re getting personal today. I went and got my personal trainer, Abe Maynard, and begged him to come on the show. I throw questions at him about my training goals and about the goals you face as a busy entrepreneur and what you should be making a priority. He was nominated at Equinox Trainer of the Year in 2019, which shows just how high level he is. This is one of those episodes that will apply not only to your business but your personal life, because we know one always affects the other.   Question Highlights: What was it like being in high school and training to be an olympic athlete? What

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Knowing when to raise your prices Why not raising your prices hurts people in your industry Knowing your customers and clients Knowing your agenda   Resources: Fast Foundations: fastfoundations.com Show Notes: People notoriously underprice their services. You need to value what it is that you do and the service you are providing to others. Let this episode serve as a reminder for how to set your pricing, and why you’re setting the pricing you are. I tell you the factors you need to consider when setting your pricing as you become more valuable in your industry. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Moving beyond the physical wants Creating a ripple effect of impact How to multiply time Taking advantage of automation Cutting through the noise and gaining attention Not being afraid to say the same thing as someone else Being known for one thing   Resources: Learn more: brandbuildersgroup.com Free strategy call: brandbuildersgroup.com/loveofmoney TED Talk: youtube.com/watch?v=y2X7c9TUQJ8 Show Notes: I am so excited to sit down with today’s guest. I interview Rory Vaden, the hottest thing when it comes to helping people become successful personal brands. His firm, Brand Builders Group, is the single best resource out there for taking you and your message, creating a personal brand out of you, getting you recognition, and monetizing you. I’m going to pick his brain on the reputation formula, how to stand out when everyone else is trying to be a brand, and finding where you need to concentrate on your business. This episode alone could change your life and your busi

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -How loss can shut you down -The thing you can do before and during personal tragedy -Sticking to your habits through adversity -Sticking with your commitments -Having the right people around to support you.   Resources: -Entry Level Mastermind: fastfoundations.com -Elite Level Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind   Show Notes: I’m going to be sharing a personal story about what I discovered about myself and what I was reminded of when I had to put our dog, Waffles, down last week. Don’t worry, it’s a positive and upbeat episode, because some of the things I realized about having wealth and choice, what it can do for you in tough situations, and the things I learned about how to show up in the face of adversity are all great lessons. I wanted to get personal and share them with you, because I know they will be a great value in your life.   Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -How recessions aren’t always based on the economy -Taking advantage of a recession for your benefit -Putting yourself in a liquid position -Doing the work before you need to -Eliminating a personal guarantee from your bank -Setting a spending limit before a recession -How your dollars go farther during a recession   Resources: -Learn more: recession.com -Read: Rock the Recession: How Successful Leaders Prepare for, Thrive During, and Create Wealth After Downturns -Twitter: twitter.com/RockRecession -Facebook: facebook.com/RockTheRecession -LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/rock-the-recession -Instagram: instagram.com/rocktherecession -Money Principles: thetruthaboutmoney.com   Show Notes: I’m sitting down with Jonathan Slain, author of Rock the Recession and founder of Recession.com. He is the foremost expert on how to get ready for any kind of downturn, because downturns are always guaranteed. It’s never “if,” it’s “when.” And it makes more sense to be prepared to thrive

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -Learning to focus on the right people -Not letting the wrong people hold you back -How self-development will help your business   Resources: -Entry Level Mastermind: fastfoundations.com -Elite Level Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind   Show Notes: Stop worrying about the few people who don’t get it, and start worrying about the ones who do. This one thing is holding so many of you back, and it’s a game-changer. We all have those people who don’t understand our message or mission, or who don’t even agree with it. You can’t let this minority opinion hold you back from showing up for the majority of people to reach and help them. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -Overcoming challenges by having belief -Meeting a need in the market -Leading with benefits -Making a choice of what products you want to be a part of -Getting fulfillment from making an impact   Resources: -Learn more at outstandingfoods.com -Instagram: instagram.com/outstandingfoods -LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/billyg1 -Instagram: instagram.com/billglaser -Pig Out Chips: pigoutchips.com   Show Notes: Today I’m sitting down with my good friend Bill Glaser, founder of Outstanding Foods. Not only is he an outstanding individual, he’s an entrepreneur, financier, and an investor who has raised over 200 million dollars for different startups, including some of his own. We talk about the skill sets that it takes to be successful at this level. Get ready to take notes, tune in, and listen up, because this episode is outstanding.   Question Highlights: -How has being a risk-taker translated into your business? -What’s a time where you had no idea what you were doing but it still

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -Being grateful -Making ambitious goals -Attracting opportunity Resources: -Entry Level Mastermind: fastfoundations.com -Elite Level Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind Show Notes: This episode is meant as a big thank you to everyone who listens to this show. When we stepped into 2019, we were starting to feel burnt out. We thought we might have to settle for less. Instead, this year we had a record number of personal highs in so many areas. We had a record number of downloads on this show, a record number of sign ups for our mastermind, a record amount of payroll, and a record amount of giving. No matter where you’re finishing the year, no matter how you feel going into 2020, unexpected opportunities can and will show up if you stay committed to your goals. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder on Instagram and check out www.ForTheLoveOfMoney.com

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -Having a generous upbringing -Parenting as an entrepreneur -Attracting better talent through generosity -Inspiring others to do better -The importance of video marketing -Meeting people where they are   Resources: -Learn more at iheartdogs.com -Marshall’s Instagram: instagram.com/marshallmorris -I Heart Dogs Instagram:instagram.com/iheartdogscom   Show Notes: Marshall Morris is the founder of several businesses, but is probably best known for I Heart Dogs. They do giving back better than anyone else I know. We talk about where this generosity came from, why he’s so good at helping others monetize themselves, and all the coming trends in 2020 if you’re planning on selling anything. This is absolutely going to make or break your success in the coming year.   Question Highlights: -How did you come so far so quickly? -How are you parenting so successfully? -What impact has generosity had on your success? -How did you become okay with sharing your success and giving? -Why are

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -Stepping into new roles -The problem with being a people pleaser -Undervaluing your time -Being unapologetic about growth -Facing your health -Giving yourself grace   Resources: -Train the Trainer Event: eventluv.com   Show Notes: We’re going to talk about what we are going to Start, Stop, Face, and Embrace in 2020. This is our annual end of the year episode, where I sit down with my wife, Lori Harder, to reflect on the past year totally unscripted. This year, we’re going to have a structure to our review that’s a little different from past episodes. This is a such an open conversation, and you are going to get so much value out of it.   Question Highlights: What are you going to start in 2020? What are you going to stop? What are you going to face? What are you going to embrace? What did you learn to do well in 2019? How are you attracting the people you are to you?   Guest Bio: Lori Harder is a transformational speaker author, Forbes Top-18 Female-led Podcast host, Num

In This Episode You Will Learn About: -Why an audience is the most important asset you can build for your business -How to leverage your audience -The two different types of audiences: ones you own and ones you rent -How to build an audience   Resources: -Money Mindset Courses: thetruthaboutmoney.com -Entry Level Mastermind: fastfoundations.com -Elite Level Mastermind: fortheloveofmoney.com/mastermind   Show Notes: What is the most valuable thing you can build for your business? An audience. In 2020, we will be doubling down on our audience building efforts, and you should too. Come up with a plan to double down on building a larger, more engaged audience. It doesn’t matter what you sell, whether it’s coaching, education, or physical products, building a large, engaged audience will always make it better. So we’re going to talk about some strategies to build your audience, the different platforms you should be on, and how to leverage that audience in meaningful ways. Follow me on social media @ChrisWHarder