Earn Your Happy Podcast | Motivation | Self-love | Entrepreneurship | Confidence | Fitness And Life Coaching With Lori Harder

We’re only four months into this year and we’ve already learned so much about optimizing our time and getting clear on different business goals. In this episode, we share what’s currently lighting us up and fast-tracking our progress. We also talk about the main takeaways from the latest Roundtable Strategy Session and discuss exciting updates on Chris’s peer-to-peer lending app, Lite Pink, and upcoming events.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Staying open-minded to what you can learn from people in different industries The key to expanding your reach and revenue  What makes a great founder  Learning to really use your network and receive support  What to expect from the upcoming branding and networking workshop  RESOURCES Text WORKSHOP to 310-496-8363 to learn more about the workshop with Katrina Scott!  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Check out our episode on The Clever Investor Show   CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn You

There are a few authors who have deeply impacted my mindset and how I approach life, and Ryan Holiday is at the top of that list. He’s a #1 NYT bestselling author and media strategist, and we recently sat down to discuss all things discipline in honor of his latest book, Discipline Is Destiny: The Power of Self-Control.  In our conversation, Ryan expands on the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of discipline. He shares his perspective on making peace with being misunderstood or disliked by people, which is something I’m constantly working on mastering. We also talk about strategies for coming up with fresh, authentic content and what to do if you’re bumping up against a creative block.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: An inside look into Ryan’s research process for his writing  Connecting curiosity with commitment  Getting clarity on your priorities and what you have space for in this season of life Why you shouldn’t say ‘maybe’ when you really want to say ‘no’  Practicing the discipline of taking

After our most recent Living Room Session, Lindsey Schwartz and I hosted a Q&A and got into topics like how to find the right course, questions to ask yourself about your impact, and the truth about consistency.  We share exactly how we get out of the ‘learning loop’ and implement an action plan. Lindsey breaks down her writing routine and how she’s approaching the process for her second book. Plus, we pinpoint what usually stops us from living as our highest selves and highlight simple tools for developing next-level habits.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What to do when you you’re not seeing the results you hoped for  Our advice for anyone who feels stuck in their creative practice   How to tap into the energy that you want to embody  Getting clear about how you tangibly measure your impact  Why it’s so important to have an integration phase after you take a course or attend an event  RESOURCES Episode 1024. Stop Waiting To Be Anointed & Put Your Stake In The Ground  Sign up for The Spritz news

The hard thing that you’re currently avoiding is what’s keeping you stuck. Whenever I’m feeling frustrated with my progress or inaction, I know that’s an invitation to be honest with myself about making a tough decision or committing to something that stretches me.  What’s the hard thing that’s holding you back right now? My challenge for you today is to do it and clear up that mental space so you can become the person you’re meant to be.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How I’m feeling after making a major pivot in my business  Understanding what you miss out on by not going after your big dream  What you need to be asking in order to empower and educate yourself  Releasing the things that cause you pain or shame RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business:

Masterminds have truly transformed our businesses, which is why Chris is so passionate about providing space for connection and collaboration in his Elite Entrepreneur Mastermind. In this episode, we’re discussing the biggest takeaways from the most recent round of speakers and group members.  Chris shares what industry leaders like Dean Grazisosi and Britt Driscoll have to say about the economy and how to reduce bottlenecks in business. Plus, we discuss solutions for the biggest pain points right now, including letting go of employees and maximizing current offerings.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why masterminds are crucial for business and personal growth Tuning out the headlines and focusing on what you can actually control  The #1 way to maintain quality while you scale your business How to avoid the biggest mistake we made when we were starting out in business  Committing to having tough conversations that you know you need to have RESOURCES Text the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 to get inf

Whenever I want to explore spirituality on a deeper level, I reach for Danielle LaPorte’s work. She’s an expert on the intelligence of love and recently came out with a new book called How To Be Loving: As Your Heart Is Breaking Open and Our World Is Waking Up.  In our conversation, Danielle describes what peace means to her and how she incorporates nourishing practices into her daily life. She shares advice for people who are easily bothered by certain behaviors or outcomes, which is something she used to really struggle with. We also discuss how to set more aligned goals and be satisfied with enough instead of constantly desiring more.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Where self-development might be causing you more stress  Getting comfortable with silence  Mantras that help us focus on the light and stay hopeful for healing  What to do when you feel like your tolerance is being tested  The difference between setting goals from a place of satisfaction versus scarcity  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spri

If you want to live a more intentional life, you have to actively prioritize the things that matter to you. It’s so easy to put things off and get caught up in daily life, but we all know that tomorrow isn’t promised.  I have a time management hack that helps me frame my week and ensure that I’m scheduling in the people and activities that I love. I also share my tips for working through the inevitable resistance that comes up when we start to make commitments in our calendars. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: My strategy for working through procrastination Questions to ask yourself to get clear on your mission and purpose in life  Why I believe helping others is the path to a better life  What living a regret-free life means to me  How to create an realistic time management plan RESOURCES Come join me at GrowthDay LIVE in Austin: growthday.com/austin  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH

There was a recent study done on what people regret most at the end of their lives, and this got Chris and I thinking about what we can do to avoid those same mistakes. Living a regret-free life requires intentional scheduling, spreading love, and building up your risk-tolerance. In this episode, we share ways that we work daily to create more joy and meaningful connections so that we can look back knowing we lived life to the fullest.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Taking an honest audit of how you spend your time and energy  Simple ways to show more love throughout the day  Our advice for risk-averse people  How to work through the resistance that comes up when you try to uplevel your habits   RESOURCES Episode 730. Rob Murgatroyd On Why You Need To Fight For The Life You Want  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow

Lindsey Schwartz and I are back at The Good Vibe Studios to record another Living Room Session! We dive into the topic of anointing yourself and getting comfortable with imperfection. We share what was going on behind-the-scenes during some of our most pivotal career moments, including writing books, launching events, and speaking on stages.  The common thread between all of those accomplishments? We were okay with showing up and doing it messy. Once you accept that done is better than perfect, that’s when you start to see your wildest dreams come true.   Stay tuned for part two to hear our Q&A with the audience!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Rewriting the stories that keep you small  Ways to support yourself when you feel like life is constantly knocking you down  The importance of small, consistent habits that support your growth  Our stake-in-the-ground moments  What currently has us feeling stretched in life and business  RESOURCES Tony Robbins’ Unleash the Power Within events  Atomic Habit

Multi-passionate entrepreneurs Rebecca Minkoff and Ali Wyatt are co-founders of The Female Founder Collective, an amazing community of like-minded women who crave education on how to develop their business ideas. Members have access to events, programs, and workshops specifically designed to fill in the information gap that so many female entrepreneurs experience.  In our conversation, they explain why it’s harder for women to raise capital and share stories of how they continue to work through those financial challenges. They also give advice for female founders at all different stages of business and chat about what they’re most looking forward to at the upcoming Female Founders Day event.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Where the idea for The Female Founder Collective came from  The main reasons why women struggle to raise money and secure loans  Re-thinking the structure and impact of events  Where you might be stalling your own growth  Fully embracing what it means to be a woman in business  RE

We love to surround ourselves with living proof that our aspirations are possible, whether it’s the cars we want to drive, the decor we want for our homes, or the lifestyles we want to live. Our goal is to inspire others to reach a new level, but there’s always one or two negative comments that pop up when we share our achievements on social media.  Let this be a reminder that you should always demonstrate that it’s possible to achieve your dreams and turn down the volume on people who try to tell you otherwise!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The difference between arrogance and aspiration  Why it’s so powerful to surround yourself with examples of excellence  Fueling the next generation of dreamers  Monitoring what shows up on your social media feed  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @ear

Reality TV star and entrepreneur Kaitlyn Bristowe and I go deep on topics like healing your inner child, navigating female friendships, and embracing getting older in a world that’s obsessed with youth. In our conversation, Kaitlyn opens up about her journey leading up to her time on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, including the devastating heartbreak that changed her life. We talk about the power of forgiveness and how to develop a more resilient mindset. Plus, Kaitlyn shares how she cultivates self-love and continues to prioritize her relationship with herself.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Where Kaitlyn came up with the idea for her podcast, Off The Vine  Recovering from the whirlwind of reality TV  Kaitlyn’s biggest takeaways from therapy  How Kaitlyn handles comparison as a business owner and influencer  Reframing your perspective and experience around aging  Getting to a place of gratitude for your challenges   RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 3

How can you start going after your big goals on a smaller scale? I spent so many years on the sidelines waiting for the perfect opportunity to come along, but I realized it’s better to just get out there and create what you wish existed. If it’s speaking on stages, writing a book, hosting events 一 whatever it is that lights you up, there are so many ways that you can start living out your dreams right now.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: My #1 strategy for keeping my goals at the forefront of my mind Why I’m loving smaller events lately  How Lindsey and I came up with a win-win-win solution for our live podcast sessions My advice for anyone who feels stuck or unsure about how to take the next step RESOURCES Episode 1009. How To Build Your Dream Network  Episode 1012. Living Room Session Q&A  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text POWER to 310-496-8363 to get our Power 9 template!  CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy:

Our friends Katrina and Brian Scott join us on this special He Said She Said episode! We look back on our not-so-meet-cute story, major turning points in our relationship, and open up about our fertility journey. This conversation really has us reflecting on the moments that have made us and what keeps us together during challenging times. Katrina and Brian share some of the ups and downs of their 20+ year relationship and the lessons they’ve learned along the way, too.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why we believe hitting rock bottom is one of the best gifts we’ve ever been given Our introduction to self-development work and the event that changed our lives  Deepening your relationships in vulnerable moments  Examples of how a bold leap of faith pays off (often in unexpected ways)  Navigating the struggles we’ve been experiencing as we try to expand our family  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal pr

Chris and I recently caught up with one of our greatest mentors, Lewis Howes. His masterminds, books, and podcast have been complete game-changers for us and we’re so excited to dive into his latest project, The Greatness Mindset: Unlock the Power of Your Mind and Live Your Best Life Today.  We break down the best ways to create a powerful network, how to overcome the fear of judgment, and why it’s so important to celebrate life. Lewis also reveals the one practice he’s implemented recently that’s given him so much energy and freedom. Plus, we cover strategies for releasing the need to win and genuinely enjoying the pursuit of your goals.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The foundation of authentic relationships  Recognizing where you overextend or abandon yourself  Reclaiming your energy so you can focus on your true mission  Mindset tools to build resilience and let go of results  One of the most impactful strategies Lewis covers in The Greatness Mindset What the #1 lesson is that Lewis learned fro

Being able to compartmentalize my thoughts is one of the best mindset tools that I’ve learned. Not only does it increase my productivity, but it also improves my decision-making skills and helps me stay present.  It’s taken me years to learn how to choose my thoughts. In this episode, I’m sharing my top tips for how to feel like you have more control over your inner-dialogue. I also dive into how to start pinpointing your thought patterns and implement daily habits to support that process.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Recognizing where you self-sabotage with your thoughts  How I learned to get out of my head so that I could enjoy running  The correlation between your thoughts and your energy Five ways to start compartmentalizing your thoughts  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhap

If you want to become the go-to expert in your field, we have a four-step strategy for creating the buzz and social proof that can get you there. We’re breaking down how to build credibility across different platforms including podcasting, traditional media outlets, and social media. If you’re ready to put the effort in, there’s no limit to what you can achieve with your personal brand over the next couple of years.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What to expect from a podcast tour  How to collaborate and associate with people who are in the same arena  Why there’s no such thing as an ‘overnight success’  Tips for boosting your social media presence and reaching your intended audience  RESOURCES Text the word ROUNDTABLE to 310-421-0416 if you want to be considered for the very first roundtable VIP business strategy session.   Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Gir

Cyd Tetro’s career has always been at the intersection of innovation and customer experience, and now as the CEO of Brandless, she’s bringing the best health and wellness products to market in a more affordable and sustainable way.  In our conversation, Cyd offers so much wisdom about market research, business strategy, and staying focused as an entrepreneur. She gets into the details about how to elevate your customer journey and avoid common product development problems. Cyd also extracts some lessons from products that didn’t take off like she thought they would and shares what she would do differently in hindsight.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The key element of building successful products Using data to make informed decisions and to pivot  What you should include in your business growth strategy this year  How to incorporate multiple channels of revenue into your brand  Two companies that are really nailing the customer journey right now  What Cyd and her team look for when acquiring companie

Where in your life are you waiting for someone to validate your worth? I did that for so many years until I realized that I could take back my power by cutting out the middleman and creating new containers for myself. In this episode, I look back at how I got started on my entrepreneurial journey and continue to use lessons from those early years in my business now. Don’t expect someone to anoint you 一 it’s up to you to fulfill your dreams.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What my life looked like when I was focused on superficial outcomes  Getting clear about the feeling you’re after  Finding ways to add value and become undeniable  What I do now when I catch myself waiting to be anointed by someone else  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 to be the first to receive the link for our next live podcast session!  CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Bus

Do you find yourself saying ‘yes’ to things because you think it’s the right thing to do, but it’s not necessarily aligned with your goals? We’ve definitely fallen into that cycle before and it always leads to frustration, overwhelm, and burnout. In this episode, we talk about how we’ve managed to shift out of that mindset and instead focus on things that bring us joy while moving the needle forward.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Being more intentional about your schedule  Doing your due diligence to figure out if something is worth your time Our strategies for getting clear on when it’s time to make a pivot  How to approach your day with more energy, even when you’re busy   RESOURCES Donate to our Arizona Pet Project fundraiser: azpetproject.org/harder  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text POWER to 310-496-8363 for our Power 9 Journal Prompt! CONNECT WITH LORI Follow Lori: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends