The Chris Harder Show

Are you putting more time into social media but getting less reach, fewer opportunities, and diminishing returns? In this episode, Lori and I break down the numbers behind declining organic reach on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and explain why the problem isn't necessarily your content but the growing competition for attention. We look at why podcasting offers a powerful alternative, from building deeper trust through long-form storytelling to influencing buying decisions and attracting high-ticket clients. I also share what we learned from filling a $50,000 mastermind and why getting in front of someone else's audience can be one of the...

What do you do when the thing that has paid you well for nine years is still working, and you already know it is time to end it? In this episode, I break down why I shut down the Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind - a program that brought in almost $13 million over nine years and that we could have just kept running. I share what I am seeing change in how entrepreneurs want to learn, why AI is pushing people back toward real rooms with real people, and what my dad's death and my own stroke taught me about how...

What happens when the life you've worked hard to build starts feeling too busy? In this episode, Lori and I open up about realizing we had too many moving parts in our lives and wanted more peace, space, creativity, and more time for friends and family. We share the unexpected encounter with a neighbor who gave us a book that seemed to speak directly to what we had been asking for, prompting us to rethink our priorities. I also break down an exercise that helps you calculate what your ideal life costs and identify what might need to change...

What if the opportunity you've been waiting for isn't something you can buy your way into? In this episode, I break down the single best investment I've ever made - and it isn't the startup round that's now worth 21 times what I put in. I share how a $2,000 dinner in Los Angeles in 2011, back when I didn't know anybody, turned into the network that still brings me every deal worth having. Tune in to hear why proximity is the asset you can't replace, and what to do about it if you're the smallest fish in the room right now.<...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Have you ever felt like the moment your business starts gaining momentum, something always comes along to knock you off course? I want to challenge that story and explore why setbacks can feel bigger when you're moving faster. In this episode, I share a different way to think about business challenges, and why the meaning you give them can shape how you respond. I use a simple analogy to show how the same headwind can feel very different depending on your speed. When you stop treating every setback as proof that you're unlucky or not cut out for success...

Have you lost a habit that used to make you feel more energized, creative, or like yourself? In this episode, Lori and I talk about the habits and routines that once gave us energy, clarity, creativity, and a mental reset, and how easy it is to let those things disappear when life gets busy.  We share what happened when we started running again after years away, how it helped us reset and generate new ideas, and how revisiting an old habit can spark new ideas and shift the way you feel. Get ready to look at what used to w...

Are you so focused on building a successful life that you're forgetting to actually live it? After spending a few days in Italy with some of my most successful and wise friends, I came home with three wake-up calls I couldn't stop thinking about. In this episode, I'm sharing the perspective shifts that will help you slow down enough to create better ideas, stronger relationships, and richer experiences without giving up your ambition. Plus, I share an important reminder about knowing when enough is enough and staying humble enough to question the things you're absolutely certain about.

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Are you making decisions to save money that are costing you far more in time, energy, and earning potential? In this episode, Lori and I break down why your relationship with time and your relationship with money are more closely connected than you realize, and how scarcity around one can create scarcity around the other. We share examples of buying back our time, from hiring cleaners while we were rebuilding financially to outsourcing everyday tasks and knowing when to delegate, trade, or hire something out. Get ready to rethink the way you value your time and make smarter decisions...

What if I told you there is a way to get your dream opportunities to come to you? In this episode, I share the four things I've intentionally built over the years that are now creating opportunities I never could have predicted or bought. If you want more access, stronger connections, bigger opportunities, and more abundance in your life and business, this episode will show you what to start doing today so you can create the results you want years from now.

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Do you need to change where you are to get closer to the opportunities that could change your life? In this episode, Lori and I talk about the power of proximity and why being around the right people can create opportunities, relationships, and collaborations that are difficult to access from a distance. We share why living where opportunity is can accelerate your growth, but why it means nothing if you're not in an environment where you can thrive and be your best self. Get ready to rethink where you are, who you're around, and what it could take to...

Want to build a business that gives you the wealth and freedom you want? Today, we talk with Phil and Trish Calandra, CEO and Co-Founder of TruWealth Advisors, to break down the key to generate revenue, build long-term wealth, and become work optional. We dive into the "revenue trap," why having multiple financial experts doesn't always mean you have a unified strategy, and how entrepreneurs can create a clearer path toward their personal wealth freedom number. We also talk about the money stories that can shape your financial decisions, why women entrepreneurs can put their own wealth goals last...

What if your business doesn't need more offers, more content, or more complicated strategies to make more money? In this episode, Lori and I break down the 4 pillars we believe need to work together to build a million dollar offer. We talk about why trying to sell too many things creates confusion, how to make your messaging specific enough to stop the scroll, why visibility is about getting the right message in front of more people, and how knowing your numbers makes a million dollars feel much more achievable. Tune in to learn how to get these 4 pillars working...

What if the business model that made you successful last year is already becoming obsolete? I recently joined a call with some incredibly successful entrepreneurs to give feedback on a proven business owner's new idea. The concept sounded valuable, but almost everyone on the call saw the same major problem: AI had already made the information he wanted to sell available for virtually free.

In this episode, I break down the feedback we gave him and the lens I believe every entrepreneur needs to run their business through right now. I share why people are increasingly paying...

Are you still trying to make something work simply because it used to work? In this episode, Lori and I talk about why the people, opportunities, and income streams in your life aren't always meant to stay forever, and why resisting that reality can keep you stuck. We share stories about friendships that evolved, business models that stopped working, and the importance of backfilling what changes instead of staying stuck in the past. Tune in to learn how to recognize when it's time to let something evolve, and keep moving forward without losing sight of what you already have.<...

Are you starting a business for the right reason? The answer might determine whether you keep going when things get hard. In this episode, I break down the ONLY reason I believe is strong enough to carry you through the hard days. I share the story behind Frello, the $680 problem that started it all, and why I kept going even after we spent $2.5 million building a business that we had to pivot. Tune in to discover what it really takes to keep going when your business doesn't go according to plan.

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Do your arguments keep turning into bigger problems than they need to be? In this episode, Lori and I share the rules of engagement that have helped us navigate conflict, communicate better, and stay on the same team through 20 years together. We break down the tools we use to know when to pause, understand what really matters, replace blame with ownership, and make sure both people feel heard. Tune in to learn how to fight fair, communicate better, and come out of conflict stronger together.

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What in your life is actually giving you energy, and what is quietly robbing you of it? In this episode, I'm continuing the conversation about life's halftime with one of the most powerful exercises I use personally and with my coaching clients to get objective clarity on what needs to stay, change, or go.

The exercise is simple: list out the people, income sources, obligations, activities, and habits that make up your life, then rate each one from one to five. Five means it gives you life. One means it robs you of life. And here's the...

Are you leaving money on the table because you're afraid to mix business with your relationships? In this episode, Lori and I get honest about where the line is between building mutually beneficial relationships and taking advantage of your network. We break down what makes the difference between a relationship that creates genuine opportunities and one that leaves people feeling used. We also share examples, including a relationship that led to a $20K/month client, and the rules we use to make sure value comes before the pitch. Tune in to learn how to build a network where people...

What adjustments do you need to make now to ensure the second half of your life is your best one yet? In this episode, I'm sharing a concept I can't stop thinking about: life's halftime. Just like the best teams in sports go into the locker room, look at the score, study what's working, and make adjustments to win the game, I believe high performers need to do the same thing with their lives.

I break down the five areas I'm personally auditing at 48: friends and family, finances, fun, must-dos and must-sees, and the overall vibe I...

Are you trying to build a big business while feeling like no one around you understands your goals? In this episode, Lori and I share three breakthroughs from our latest Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind that show the challenges high performers face as they grow. From outgrowing your environment and finding people who genuinely understand your ambitions to leaning on the right community during difficult seasons, we talk about why the people you surround yourself with shape the future of your business and your life. Tune in to discover how support, and confidence to grow into the next version of yourself.<...

Have you noticed that the more you scroll, the more disconnected you actually feel from real life and from real people? In this episode, I am pulling back the curtain on what is really happening underneath that digital fatigue you are feeling, and why your audience is starting to want something very different from another Zoom call, course, or piece of content. I'm walking you through the numbers that prove people are now choosing experiences over products, why loneliness and AI saturation are creating a perfect storm, and how that is quietly killing digital-only offers. Most importantly, you'll learn...

If you lost your business, audience, and platform tomorrow, how would you rebuild from zero? In this episode, Lori and I break down what we would do if we had to start completely from scratch today. We share why your first move should be creating a highly specific, low-overhead product that solves a valuable problem, how to use high-volume social media content, and why getting on other people's podcasts can accelerate your authority and audience growth. Tune in to learn how to find your niche, get known for one thing, and turn consistent action into customers faster.

What if the life you worked so hard to build isn't the life you want anymore? In this episode, I'm sharing a realization I've been working through at this stage of my life and a conversation with my mom that completely reframed it for me. I break down why I'm treating this season like halftime, reassessing what worked, what didn't, and what I want the second half to look like. I also share why knowing your individual needs and getting around the right people in the right environments help you find answers you won't find alone. Tune in to...

What if you could get in front of hundreds of thousands of potential customers without paying for ads or chasing the algorithm? In this episode, Lori and I share one of the most overlooked ways to grow your business by borrowing trusted audiences instead of relying solely on building your own. We break down what a sales channel really is, why most entrepreneurs spread themselves too thin trying every marketing strategy at once, and how podcast guesting allows you to borrow trusted audiences, accelerate authority through trust transfer, and create one of your most profitable and consistent sales channels...

Do you ever feel like everyone else has life or business figured out except you? In this episode, I break down one of the mindset traps entrepreneurs fall into and the reframe that instantly changes how you see your own progress. I also share what I've learned from being friends with many of the entrepreneurs and high-performing people people admire most, why every person you admire is carrying challenges you don't see, and how changing the story you tell yourself unlocks more confidence, momentum, and peace of mind. Tune in to stop comparing yourself to everyone else and start...

Tired of feeling like you have to constantly post on social media or spend more on ads just to grow your business? Lori and I unpack one of the biggest takeaways from Dan Martell and Renee Warren's Pink Skirt Project event: why podcast guesting has become one of the most overlooked ways to attract high-quality customers, build trust fast, and create real business opportunities. We also share some of our favorite lessons from speakers like Dan Martell, Adley Kinsman, Maria Wendt, and Samantha Skelly on creating messaging that sticks, building authority, and taking action before you're ready. If you're...

Have you ever reached a goal only to wonder why you still feel restless? In this episode, I break down the mindset shift I took away from a recent trip that completely changed how I think about growth, success, and the discomfort that comes with reaching a new level. I share why every achievement becomes the starting point for what's next, why success often brings a new kind of discomfort, and how embracing that feeling can help you keep moving toward bigger opportunities. Tune in to learn how to turn discomfort into the fuel that keeps you growing.

Are you building a business around information when people are really craving connection? In this episode, Lori and I break down why the next wave of business growth belongs to entrepreneurs who create meaningful human connection, not just more content or education. We share why courses, coaching, and information alone are becoming commoditized, the businesses thriving by bringing people together, and why genuine relationships are quickly becoming the biggest competitive advantage. Tune in to discover how shifting from selling information to creating connection can transform your business, your network, and your life.

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Are you building a business around information when people are craving connection? In this episode, I share why I believe we're entering the human connection economy and why entrepreneurs who recognize this shift early will have a major advantage. I break down the businesses thriving by bringing people together, share a BTS look at a new business I'm building around this trend, and why connection is becoming one of the most valuable things you can offer. Tune in to discover how human connection can become your biggest competitive advantage.

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Are you quitting too soon because you're only measuring the big results? In this episode, Lori and I talk about why the biggest breakthroughs in business, health, and life are built through small, consistent wins that most people overlook. We share how focusing on micro-wins has helped us stay motivated through long business projects, fitness goals, and personal growth, why so many people give up before momentum has a chance to build, and practices that keep us moving forward when the finish line still feels far away. Tune in to learn how celebrating the right wins today can create...

This conversation was too good not to steal from Lori's podcast one more time. Lori and our business partner Stephanie Gambetta continue breaking down what women need to know about GLP-1s, peptides, and why getting the right protocol matters just as much as the tools themselves. They talk about why so many people struggle with side effects, how personalized coaching and the right dosing strategy make all the difference, and why the right peptides can support everything from gut health and recovery to healthier skin, stronger hair, and overall wellness. They also share why lasting results come from...

Why do some people keep going when everything falls apart while others walk away too soon? In this episode, I break down why the people who eventually make it are the ones who learn how to use setbacks as feedback instead of proof to quit. I share why calling something "failure" can kill your momentum, while seeing it as feedback can point you toward your next breakthrough. I also share what building Frello has taught me about staying in the game when plans fall apart and the easiest option would be to walk away. Tune in to learn how...

Are you letting life-changing opportunities pass by simply because you never asked? In this episode, Lori and I break down why so many people miss out on partnerships, deals, introductions, podcast spots, and next-level opportunities, not because they aren't qualified, but because they never built the courage to ask. We share stories of how bold asks created business breakthroughs, sparked powerful collaborations, and opened doors that never would've happened if we had waited for perfect timing or permission. Tune in to learn how one bold ask can create the opportunity, relationship, or breakthrough you've been waiting for.

This conversation is so important I stole it from Lori's podcast. Lori sat down with our new business partner Stephanie Gambetta to break down how peptides and GLP-1s can support weight loss, healing, recovery, and overall wellness when used the right way. They talk about what peptides actually are, how they work in the body, and why so many women hit a point where their old routines just aren't cutting it anymore. They also share why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies in their late 30s, 40s, and beyond, and what can happen when stress, hormones...

Have you noticed that your coaching offer isn't converting the way it used to? In this episode, I break down what AI is doing to the coaching and consulting industry and why so many once-profitable offers are losing traction. I share how people are now turning to tools like ChatGPT and Claude for fast, "good enough" answers instead of paying for broad coaching support, and how that shift is creating a ripple effect across courses, events, masterminds, and consulting businesses. I also share why the coaches who are still winning are the ones solving a very specific problem. Tune...