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

Sales is the oxygen of your business; without it, nothing else matters. In this episode, co-hosted with my wife Lori, our good friend Jillian Murphy who closed millions through conversations breaks down exactly how to adapt your sales strategy for today’s market, why your content is the key to conversions, and how to close high-ticket clients right inside the DMs without endless calls or complicated funnels. We talk about how to avoid “golden retriever energy” in your messages, how to handle objections, and MORE. Get ready to stop dreading sales and change the way you approach with confidence.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 THIS is the oxygen of your business! 07:30 Where the “ick” around sales comes from and how to overcome it. 12:45 The 4 main buyer types (and how to sell to each one). 19:00 The content strategy that is outperforming B-rolls in 2025. 22:45 Jillian’s two part framework for closing sales in the DMs. 26:00 Do’s and Don’ts of selling in the DMs. 32:00 How do you handle objections? 35:00 Client success stor

Twenty years. That’s how long Lori and I have been married, and I’ll be honest, there were years we weren’t sure we’d make it. Marriage is one of the hardest yet most rewarding things you’ll ever build, and just like business, it takes growth, tough conversations, and the courage to keep reinventing. In this episode, Lori and I share the three things that got us here. If you’re in year one, year ten, or wondering how to make it, especially through the tough seasons, tune in for tools to grow individually while still choosing each other, again and again.   HIGHLIGHTS Our funny (and slightly embarrassing) engagement story. The #1 reason we made it to the 20 year milestone. Why our “try it on for size” rule lets us grow individually and as a couple. The annual dream ritual that keeps us aligned. How we update our 5 year vision (and how you can too).   RESOURCES Join our next VIP Weekend Mastermind HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Make More

Most people think the key to wealth is working harder, but that’s actually what keeps them stuck. In this episode, Lori and I sit down with our friend Mel Abraham, CPA and bestselling author, to talk about redefining wealth and creating financial freedom on your own terms. Mel opens up about surviving cancer and how it reshaped his entire perspective on money. He shares the behavioral traps that keep people from building wealth, the game plan he personally uses to create financial independence without burnout, and the exact framework that helped one of his students go from $2K/month to $10K/month with just one presentation per week. Get ready to stop chasing money and start building your own money machine.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How Mel’s cancer battle reshaped his entire perspective on money. 05:00 The best thing money can buy isn’t what you think. 11:00 Why does life feel so expensive, and what to do about it? 16:30 Why becoming more valuable is the path to earning more. 19:00 How to face off with yourself when

Too many people go into events or dinners trying to make the ask right away, and that’s the fastest way to turn people off. In this episode, Lori and I break down the exact questions we use to start meaningful conversations, how to position yourself as the connector everyone remembers, and the #1 networking rule I live by. We also share how to craft a confident 30 second answer about what you do (instead of a three minute bio that makes people tune out). Become a master networker and start building the kind of connections that last.   HIGHLIGHTS My #1 networking rule. The four conversation starters Lori uses that always work. How to craft a 30 second answer to “What do you do?”. Why being the connector makes you unforgettable. How to spot high quality contacts (and politely redirect others). One thing that can save you years of trial and error in business.   RESOURCES Join our next VIP Weekend Mastermind HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind

How many fake “health hacks” are you falling for right now? In this episode, Lori and I sit down with our brilliant doctor and friend, Dr. David Boyd, to talk about today’s most dangerous health advice, biohacks, and supplements. Dr. Boyd shares the exact steps to create your own "Modern Blue Zone" so you can live longer, perform better, and avoid getting blindsided by surprise health issues. We also talk about hormone optimization for men and women, why stress is the biggest silent killer for entrepreneurs, and MORE. Get ready to feel more peace of mind than ever when it comes to health.   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Are entrepreneurs healthier or more stressed than ever? 07:00 What the world’s longest-living people do differently. 12:00 Should you try peptides or advanced supplements? 18:30 How women can optimize hormones during perimenopause. 21:30 Creatine isn’t just for gym bros. 26:15 Are Ozempic & GLP-1 drugs smart or dangerous? 33:00 The protein guidelines for muscle, performance, and aging. 35:45 What is th

Want to know how REAL breakthroughs happen? Lori and I came home from two totally different trips both packed with lessons we’re sharing with you. I just got back from a five day road trip with my mom and brother and Lori just wrapped her twice-a-year mastermind with some of the most brilliant women. In this episode, we break down exactly why these intentional spaces work, how to create your own (even if you’re starting small), and why you have to get out of your echo chamber if you want fresh ideas and bigger results. I also share how to engineer the setting, set the right intentions, and surround yourself with people who’ll push you higher. Get ready to create your own “breakthrough container,” for your business, your relationships, or your life.   HIGHLIGHTS The one question I asked on my family road trip that corrected long-held assumptions. How Lori’s small dream list idea became a mastermind with billion-dollar founders. How to escape your “echo chamber” to get new strategies and perspectives. T

If you knew the next five years would make or break your future, and your kids’ futures, would you do anything differently today? I’m pulling back the curtain on why we’re about to see the fastest, most dramatic shift in wealth, opportunity, and information in history… and exactly what you can do to make sure you’re on the winning side of it. I’m sharing three critical moves you must start now to protect your career, grow your wealth, and position yourself for the biggest opportunities of our lifetime, so you’re not left scrambling to catch up. If you want to thrive in the new economy instead of being left behind, this is for you.   In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why the next five years will define your financial future. How to prepare for the fastest wealth shift in history. Three actions to thrive in the changing economy. Why understanding AI is critical for career survival. How to get into the right high-level conversations. Key areas to invest time learning for future opportunities.   RESO

When reflecting on the past struggles and risks Lori and I had to take in order to build the lives and businesses we have now, we realized something important. Those experiences weren’t just about survival, they were given to us to build the risk tolerance and resilience we needed to get to where we are now. We share how I went from plowing snow in freezing Wisconsin winters and cleaning bar bathrooms, and Lori waking up at 4 AM to work at drive-thru coffee shops to make ends meet, to building our dream lives. We also share one mindset shift that will take you to the top of the mountain (hint: it’s not talent, luck, or connections).   HIGHLIGHTS The ONE THING you tolerate that determines your success. Common pitfalls keeping most people stuck in life and business. The #1 lesson we learned from our toughest struggles. How Chris ended up cleaning bars at 3 AM. The real secret to success (it’s NOT just working harder). The mindset shift that changed EVERYTHING for us.   RESOURCES Join the most supp

Want to create true success? The kind where you hit big goals without missing the big moments that matter along the way? I’m currently on a road trip with my mom and brother, and it inspired me to share what it takes to live a rich life where you build massive businesses, generate wealth, and still create priceless memories with the people you love. I share three powerful rules I live by that have shaped not only my business success, but also my most meaningful life experiences. Plus, the biggest difference between the dreamers and doers.  In this episode, you will learn: How to create success where you build wealth and actually enjoy life along the way. The mindset shift that separates dreamers from doers. How to identify what’s really holding you back from taking action towards your goals. Ways to create time for what matters most in your busiest seasons. The secret to enjoying success WHILE you’re building it.   RESOURCES Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective

If you want different outcomes, you must take different actions. That’s the simple truth that’s been guiding Lori and me since January, and the results have been massive. In this episode, Lori and I break down the intentional shifts we’ve made to reignite momentum in business, health, and relationships. I share how we create content, double down on peer accountability, and network in entirely new industries. If you’ve been grinding but not growing, this is the time to ask this same question. Tune in and let’s get you unstuck by doing things differently, not just harder.   HIGHLIGHTS Why working hard isn't the same as working differently. The one life-changing check-in question you’ll ever need. How Lori doubles down on creative days, podcast content, and opt-ins for top-of-funnel growth. The exact calendar structure Lori is using to stay in creative flow. My intentional networking in the real estate industry. How we’re using content strategy to drive personal brand and product-based growth.   RE

Feel like you're stuck, starting over, or searching for direction? After investing years and millions into our FinTech app Frello, we were shut down by regulators just weeks before launch; no safety net, no backup plan, just six months of pressure, setbacks, and relentless searching for a way forward. It was the hardest season of my entrepreneurial journey. But here’s the good news: we found a way. In this episode, I share how we pivoted, what it took to rebuild mentally and physically, and why the business we built next is smarter, stronger, and more aligned. Let this be your reminder that what feels like failure might be the setup for your best chapter yet.   HIGHLIGHTS How a random Instagram DM sparked Frello. The lawsuit that forced us to shut everything down (weeks before go-live). A smarter marketplace connecting real estate flippers with hard money lenders. Features we built from insider feedback from top lenders and educators. Why we continued funding Frello out of our own pockets. The rol

One of the most powerful things you can do for your growth is to curate your own circle of high performers, and I just watched Lori do exactly that. In this episode, Lori shares how she pulled off an incredible dinner with 23 powerhouse women, and the ripple effect it’s already created in our lives and business. We also talk about why building relationships that are real and NOT just transactional matters more, and how to develop the emotional intelligence it takes to be invited into or create these next-level rooms. Don’t sit around waiting for the right opportunity or the perfect people to show up, this is your sign to create it yourself.   HIGHLIGHTS The long-game strategy that opens doors that most can’t access. How to get into rooms with high-level, influential people. The story of how Lori collaborated with Drew Ginsburg for a recent dinner at our home. The networking mistake you need to avoid. The key to building genuine, lasting relationships over time.   RESOURCES Join our next VIP Weeken

Find yourself holding back from making an investment, launching the offer, or saying yes to something big because of fear, pain, or uncertainty? I’m sharing a real-time lesson from my recovery journey after tearing my bicep, and how pushing through physical pain revealed a powerful lesson for business and life. Listen in to recognize where your mind is tricking you into playing small, how to create safety rails so you can still take bold action, and why staying the same is actually a step backward. Whether you're stuck in fear, doubt, or just waiting for the "right" time, this episode will show you how to trust yourself, take the leap, and go after what you want.   HIGHLIGHTS Why staying the same might be your biggest risk. How to move forward even when pain is present. What’s actually holding you back from trusting yourself. A smarter way to take bold action without regret. The mindset shift to finally unlock your next level.   RESOURCES Apply for 1-on-1 coaching HERE!  Join the most supportive m

Every year, Lori and I take time to zoom out and create our five year vision together. In this episode, we break down exactly how our dream life planning ritual works, why it’s the reason we’re still growing together instead of growing apart, and how YOU can use it to create more purpose, alignment, and momentum in your life, business, and relationship. We also talk about how to eliminate the cap you’ve placed on your dreams, why your calendar might just need a bold reset, and how to follow our exact step-by-step process through Ritual 3 in Lori’s free Power Couple Playbook. Get ready to stop living by default and start living by design.   HIGHLIGHTS Why Lori and I plan our dream life together every year. What’s included in our five-year vision. Why someone has to take the lead in planning intentional time. Where to get the exact prompts and rituals we use (for free!). Questions to merge your vision as a couple. The one rule during vision planning.   RESOURCES DM “playbook” to @loriharder on Ins

What if losing it all is exactly what makes you unstoppable? In this episode, I talk about the topic of risk, why it's not just necessary, but the key to building the life and business you want. I share how starting over in 2008 shaped our entire future, the BTS of pivoting Frello after investing over $2M, and how Lori transitioned from Lite Pink to launching Glōci. Tune in to hear why fulfillment doesn’t come from playing it safe, how risk tolerance is built, and what happens when you finally stop resisting the thing you know you’re meant to do.   HIGHLIGHTS How a trip to Italy helped me create a new 1:1 coaching model. The emotional and financial risks Lori and I have taken. Why our high risk tolerance comes from the 2008 crash. The one thing every successful person has in common. How to plug yourself into the flow of money and opportunity.   RESOURCES  Apply for my 1:1 coaching HERE or DM me @chriswharder Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind! Ma

The right advice at the right time can completely reroute your life. In this episode, Lori and I each share three of the most life-changing pieces of advice we’ve ever received, and how they’ve impacted our energy, our network, and our business. I talk about how I turned a simple introduction habit into a million-dollar network, why Lori learned to generate enthusiasm instead of waiting for it, and how masterminds have transformed our lives from the ground up. Take just one of these pieces of advice, run with it, and watch how fast your life starts to change. HIGHLIGHTS The Brendan Burchard doorframe technique to shift your energy instantly. The one daily question Lewis Howes asks to create value and build trust. Why I keep a “mental list” of needs and introductions. How generosity creates unlimited access to your dream network. The Jack Canfield mastermind advice that reshaped Lori’s business.   RESOURCES Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off! Join the most supportive mastermin

Selling from the stage doesn’t have to feel slimy if you do it right. In today’s episode, I sit down with my good friend Colin Boyd to talk about the secrets behind crafting a “signature talk” he uses to help Amy Porterfield and Brendon Burchard craft powerful keynotes and webinars that convert. Colin shares the exact framework he used to convert 12 out of 120 people from a single talk, and how one of his students used just one presentation a week to go from $2K/month to consistent $10K/month working part-time. We also dive deep into his signature strategies for speaking on stages, converting cold audiences, and removing the mindset blocks that make people freeze when it’s time to make an offer. Get ready to sell from the stage without feeling salesy!   HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 How did you build your business around speaking? 08:45 How mentorship changes from tactical to mindset as you scale. 15:30 What does it mean to balance vulnerability with authority? 23:00 The most profitable skill entrepreneurs aren’t prioriti

We just wrapped one of the most energizing weekends of our year. We hosted 10 incredible businesses for our two-day VIP Mastermind right here at the house. In this episode, Lori and I reflect on what makes these rooms so transformative, from the real-time strategy and feedback to the podcast coaching and the unexpected breakthroughs that occur when people feel truly seen and supported. We also dive into a spontaneous Q&A with unscripted questions. Get ready for an inside look at the power of intimate rooms.   HIGHLIGHTS The copy-paste mindset Lori uses when she’s scared. The reason attendees asked if they could come back. My honest take on not having all the answers. How Lori turned a magazine cover into her “backstage pass”. One thing I must do in the next five years. Why style became a confidence tool and audience magnet. The ripple effect of getting in one powerful room.   RESOURCES Grab your seat at the next VIP Weekend Mastermind (Sept 26–27) HERE! Join the most supportive mastermind

Want ELITE results? I’m breaking down the exact three traits I’ve seen in every high-level performer I know. Traits that separate the dreamers from the doers. If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to operate on a different level (and how to join them) this episode is your cheat sheet. I’m also sharing behind-the-scenes highlights from our first ever VIP Weekend Mastermind, what made it such a game changer, and how you can grab a spot for the next round.   HIGHLIGHTS Want big results? Be prepared to execute relentlessly.  How to generate energy even when you’re exhausted. The impact of maintaining elite standards in your habits, choices, and environments. Why you need to pursue big, aligned missions (never settling for less.) Facts: success requires discomfort, discipline, and long-term commitment.  RESOURCES 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 + Maste

Lori and I were out on our morning walk, running through everything we had on our calendars, and honestly, it felt overwhelming. Then one question completely shifted our perspective. That one question turned obligation into opportunity. It helped us see even the busiest days as a gift. In this episode, we break down how to shift your mindset from “I have to” to “I get to,” and then take it one step further. Plus, Lori just dropped our Power Couple Playbook, which has every ritual we’ve used to grow a thriving marriage and multiple businesses together. Tune in and flip your mindset from pressure to purpose.   HIGHLIGHTS The ONE question that turned a hectic day into our most meaningful. How to shift from “I have to” to “I get to”. How to find richness in the ordinary (even on your commute!). Why your calendar isn’t the problem. A story about gym gratitude that will change how you see your body. Tips for richer daily interactions.   RESOURCES Get glōci HERE Use code: HAPPY at checkout for 25% off