The Chris Harder Show

Latest Episodes:

How to Unlock Breakthrough Results Faster with Andrea Sager, Melissa Dlugolecki, and Matt Arruda Sep 23, 2025

Show notes

If you're ready to break through roadblocks and fast track your growth, I have a special episode for you. In today's episode, I sit down with three of my dear friends Melissa, Matt, and Andrea, to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to build momentum when business feels stuck. You'll hear how Melissa uses data to unlock six figures in revenue, how Matt leans on community and client feedback to fuel growth, and how Andrea's self-development journey became the key to scaling her law firm. Together, we dig into the real difference between accountability and environment, why trust is at an all-time low and how to rise above it. If you've ever wondered how far you can go in just a couple of years, this episode is your roadmap and one you don't want to miss.

HIGHLIGHTS

Discover how to turn stuck moments into six-figure opportunities.
Learn the mindset shift that makes business growth inevitable.
Accountability vs. environment and the role they play in your success.
The shortcut that accelerates results and saves years of trial and error.
How to build trust with clients in today's skeptical market. What separates thriving entrepreneurs from those who struggle to grow.

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 + Masterminds: chrisharder.me

Text DAILY to 310-421-0416 to get daily Money Mantras to boost your day.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Melissa: @melissadlugolecki

Matt: @matt_arruda

Andrea: @andreasagerlaw

Build Your Audience, Optimize Fertility, and Create Operations You Can Duplicate with Courtney Saye, Sarina Virk Torrendell & Ashley Ansuini Sep 22, 2025

Show notes

You can't build a business that lasts if your health, your launch plan, or your culture is broken. In this special episode, Lori and I sit down with three of our VIP Mastermind members. Courtney Saye, founder of the Functional Fertility Clinic, breaks down how she helps couples conceive by solving what conventional medicine overlooks. Sarina Virk Torrendell, a startup veteran from Postmates to Apple to Meta, shares what most founders get wrong about launching and scaling. Ashley Ansuini, founder of The Good Place Pilates, breaks down how to train your team to deliver a brand experience that builds loyalty and community. We dive into product-market fit, team culture, and bold moves that drive growth. Get ready to build a business with both impact and income!

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 How do you help couples achieve pregnancy through functional fertility?

03:00 How gut health issues and yeast overgrowth block conception.

09:45 The profile of driven entrepreneurs and why stress impacts fertility.

14:30 The top five factors that sabotage conception.

16:15 Courtney's free course on the Functional Fertility method.

19:30 Sarina's journey from early Postmates to Apple, Meta, and Amazon.

22:00 Lessons on solving the "cold start problem" when building marketplaces.

25:30 What most founders get wrong about go-to-market strategy.

30:45 The mindset shift from operator to founder.

34:00 How do you balance being a founder while raising two young kids?

37:00 What are the startup trends in AI, lean teams, and building in public?

41:15 Why running a physical studio is harder than an online business.

43:45 The biggest risks and rewards of signing a lease.

48:00 How to train staff to see clients as more than just customers.

51:30 Why Pilates instructors need 450+ hours of training.

01:00:00 Advice to anyone intimidated by Pilates.

RESOURCES

Get Courtney Saye's FREE Course HERE!

Learn more about Sarina Virk Torrendell and Seed28 HERE!

Experience Ashley Ansuini's The Good Place Pilates in Las Vegas 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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Follow Courtney: @courtneylsaye

Follow Sarina: @withsarina

Follow Ashley: @_ashleysue_

Your Dream Needs a Deadline: Schedule It or Lose It Sep 17, 2025

Show notes

Sometimes the best thing you can do for your business is to step away from it. I've just returned from eight unforgettable days in Italy with my brother. In this episode, Lori and I break down why time away can actually grow your business, what Ferrari and Pagani can teach us about resilience and risk, and why you can't let "good" keep you from greatness. We also talk about how Lori and I support each other when one of us craves adventure and the other craves roots, and why honoring your truth always pays off.

HIGHLIGHTS

The priceless gift I got from traveling Italy with my brother.
How Ferrari nearly went bankrupt multiple times before becoming iconic.
Why you can't stay stuck in "good" if you want "great".
Why staying rooted and letting your partner chase their experiences matters.
The truth about scheduling the life you want.

RESOURCES

Join our VIP Mastermind Weekend (only 2 spots left) 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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Scale with Systems, Sell with Stories, Lead with Standards with Lia Garvin, Ashley Mansour & Dr. Kelly Alhooie Sep 15, 2025

Show notes

Everyone wants more leads and better marketing, but the truth is you can't scale if your team, your story, and your systems aren't dialed in first. In this special episode, Lori and I sit down with three of our VIP Mastermind coaches who are experts in the levers of growth. Lia Garvin, the "team whisperer," shares how to spot disengagement before it costs you your best people and why a simple weekly ritual can transform your leadership. Ashley Mansour, founder of Writing Coach LA, breaks down how to write a book in 90 days and use it as a credibility magnet for clients and stages. Dr. Kelly Alhooie, founder of PelviBiz, reveals the systems and non-negotiables that helped her clients scale from $1K months to $70K months. Get ready to build a team, story, and system that can handle real growth.

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 What is a Team Whisperer?

03:00 How do you help teams prevent burnout and avoid quiet quitting?

06:15 Common problems in small and big teams.

09:30 Why leaders resist delegation and how to overcome it.

13:15 How to make yourself irreplaceable in the age of AI.

17:15 Why scaling starts with your team, not your marketing.

21:00 How did you build a 7-figure coaching business from scratch?

28:00 Why everyone has a story (and why audiences want YOUR origins).

34:15 The biggest myth about writing a book.

40:30 Can you really write a book in 90 days?

45:30 Advice for entrepreneurs and aspiring authors.

48:30 The #1 thing medical entrepreneurs need most.

54:15 Kelly's non-negotiables to grow sustainably.

57:00 How to raise standards without losing your team.

01:04:00 Why medical professionals often lack communication training.

RESOURCES

Get Lia's FREE Tool HERE!

Learn more from Lia Garvin HERE!

Listen to Lia's The New Manager Playbook Podcast HERE!

Get your copy of Ashley's The Author Success Code HERE!

Connect with Dr. Kelly Alhooie on Instagram for her FREE Kickstarter Kit.

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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Follow Lia: @lia.garvin

Follow Ashley: @ashleymwrites

Follow Kelly: @pelvibiz

Our Funniest & Most Cringe Mistakes as Entrepreneurs (+ How to Recover When Things Go Sideways) with Lori Harder Sep 10, 2025

Show notes

Some mistakes feel fatal in the moment, but they're really just practice for your recovery game. In this episode, Lori and I share the stories that once made us nauseous and now make us better. From my on-camera meltdown that slipped into a paid course, Lori calling a dream guest the wrong name for an entire interview, and my early podcast launch full of coughing fits that the audience could hear. Tune in for tips to reset quickly, fix what matters, and keep momentum.

HIGHLIGHTS

The hilarious "Chris fit" that accidentally made it into a paid course.
My nightmare interview where Lori called Natalie Ellis the wrong name.
The time I thought I was muting coughs, but the recording caught it all.
Why embarrassment is part of the process for every entrepreneur.
The mantra that keeps us moving.
Why your peer group and mentors make or break your comeback rate.

RESOURCES

Join the Mentor Collective Waitlist HERE!

Apply for the VIP Weekend Mastermind 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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Money, Systems & Microdosing with Erica Ash, Ian Bishop & Julie Cyvonne Sep 08, 2025

Show notes

Entrepreneurship takes more than vision. It takes mastery of your numbers, strong operations, and a healthy mindset. In this special episode, Lori and I sit down with our three VIP Mastermind guests who share the tools every entrepreneur needs right now. Erica Ash shares why separating your business and personal finances and paying yourself first changes everything. Ian Bishop dives into why most founders burn out without a strong integrator by their side. Then, Julie Cyvonne breaks down how microdosing is helping high performers break free from anxiety and step into creativity and joy. Get ready to rethink how you approach your money, your team, and your mindset.

HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 Why do many entrepreneurs avoid finances?

08:00 The dangers of not knowing your numbers.

12:00 The seven emotional stages of business finance.

18:30 Top 3 money moves every entrepreneur needs now.

23:15 Why separating your business and personal finances is essential.

26:00 Are you a visionary or an integrator in your business?

29:30 Why most businesses fail when they don't hire a high-powered integrator.

33:30 The SHACK stack framework for evaluating talent.

41:30 How do you build done-for-you masterminds for entrepreneurs?

46:00 Free $1,300 toolkit resource to start integrating new systems.

51:00 How psychedelics support creativity, joy, and liberation.

55:30 Why more high-performers like Elon Musk and Aaron Rodgers are talking openly about psychedelics.

01:00:00 How government propaganda and history shaped public fear of psychedelics.

01:06:15 Psychedelics aren't for everyone.

RESOURCES

Connect with Erica Ash on Instagram: DM "MONEY MOVES" for her FREE checklist

Connect with Ian Bishop on Instagram: DM "TOOLKIT" for FREE resources

Connect with Julie Cyvonne on Instagram: DM "JOURNEY" to take her free microdosing quiz

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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Follow Erica: @fundher_capital

Follow Ian: @therevopscoach

Follow Julie: @juliecyvonne

Crowd Out the Negativity and Fill Your Plate with Growth with Lori Harder Sep 03, 2025

Show notes

If your results aren't changing, it's time to check your inputs. Fifteen years ago, when Lori and I were climbing out from below zero, the biggest shift we made wasn't a strategy or a tactic. In this episode, we share how we choose who takes up space on our plate, and why we started surrounding ourselves with people who supported our vision. We also break down how to upgrade your circle without guilt and audit the conversations and content you're consuming every day. Remember, the right people will pull you higher, faster. All you have to do is make room for them.

HIGHLIGHTS

Our "crowd your plate" mindset for filling your life with positive and supportive people.
How Lori overcame a "broke" family mindset to transform her health.
What to do if your toughest critics are family or coworkers.
How to shift your consumption (podcasts, music, media, rooms) to change your beliefs.
One question to ask yourself if you're not seeing the results you want.
How to know when it's time to change out your circle and upgrade your support system.

RESOURCES

Join our next VIP Weekend Mastermind 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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Sell in ANY Market, Overcome Objections, and Create Content That Sells FOR You with Jillian Murphy + Lori Harder Sep 01, 2025

Show notes

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 stories from $30K turnarounds to $108K cash in 32 days.

44:00 How AI has changed sales.

45:30 Which platform to grow on vs. which to nurture on.

RESOURCES

20 ways to break through DM conversations 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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

Jillian: @thejillianmurphy

3 Secrets That Have Kept Us Married and Growing for 20 Years with Lori Harder Aug 27, 2025

Show notes

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 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.

Chris: @chriswharder

Lori: @loriharder

Frello: @frello_app

The #1 Money Habit To Transform Stress Into Financial Security with Mel Abraham & Lori Harder Aug 25, 2025

Show notes

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 change feels impossible.

20:45 How to save when income is inconsistent.

26:15 The hardest threshold on your path to wealth.

32:45 What is wealth for you?

39:45 The FREE event that will show you how to build your money machine.

RESOURCES

Join the most supportive mastermind on the internet - the Mentor Collective Mastermind!