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

Amy Porterfield is one of my go-to friends when I want advice about how to make the right pivot and become a better business leader. She’s an online marketing expert who poured all of her wisdom into her new book, Two Weeks Notice, which is a step-by-step guide on how to transition out of your current job and start thinking like a business owner.  In our conversation, Amy walks us through some of the major takeaways from the book, including how to find your ‘sweet spot’ business idea and set yourself up for success. We look back on our scrappy beginnings and talk about how that process helped us discover what ideas were truly aligned and worth going all-in on.   Because I think everyone should have this book, we’re giving away a copy to the first 10 people who share this episode on Instagram and tag @amyporterfield and @loriharder. Don’t forget to let us know your biggest takeaway from this episode!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to create a ‘runway plan’ to set yourself up for success before quitting

In part two of our live podcast session, Lindsey Schwartz and I host a Q&A session with the audience. We cover everything from evolving out of friendships, building your personal brand, and having difficult conversations with your partner. We also chat about how to scale and automate while maintaining a personal connection with your clients.  A special thank you to The Good Vibe Studios for letting us use their beautiful space to host this event!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Giving yourself permission to only pour into friendships that truly serve you  Tips for having honest and effective financial conversations with your partner  The power of a small, engaged community  How to figure out who your first hire should be  Using social media to your advantage to grow your brand idea and create traction  RESOURCES Ready to join us for the next Living Room recording? Get exclusive access to the sign-up link by texting the word DAILY to 310-496-8363! Chef Ash: @delrocaterco  SSU Network: @ssunetwork 

When I was still in the ideation phase with Lite Pink, I felt like I was hitting certain limits because I didn't understand what my options were. I had to learn how to speak up and research different vocabulary that was being used in meetings so that I could make empowered, informed decisions.  In this episode, I want to arm you with the language that helped me understand the major business opportunities that are out there. I break down exactly what’s included in a business plan, explain the basics of raising money for your business, and share the thought process behind some of the decisions we made with Lite Pink.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What business plans and pitch decks have in common Strategies for creating a cohesive, well-written business plan The four main elements of a financial plan  An overview of the main investment rounds The differences between angel investors, strategic investors, venture capital firms, and private equity firms RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at li

Whenever you think your problem is unique, that’s when you stop yourself from finding the solution. If you get wrapped up in shame, guilt, or whatever is holding you back from sharing your story, you end up extending that uncomfortable in-between season. In this episode, we share examples of when we’ve leaned on our network to work through moments of uncertainty. We’ve never regretted learning from people who have more experience and can help us through challenging times.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Fighting to design the life that gives you everything you want  Where are you trapping yourself in shame?  The value of sharing your struggle  Opening yourself up to receive support from your network  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! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CONNECT WITH LORI Follo

Lindsey Schwartz and I always talk about creating the rooms that you want to be in, and this episode is the perfect example of how to do that. We recently got together to talk about how to build your dream network, but this time we were joined by a live audience! In part one of this series, we break down our key strategies for cultivating friendships and business relationships. Lindsey highlights the three specific communities that you should focus on building and exactly where to find the people you want to surround yourself with. Plus, I explain how to get on the radar of your mentors and really add value to their lives.  Stay tuned for part 2 of this series to hear the Q&A with our fabulous audience! And special thank you to The Good Vibe Studios for letting us use their beautiful space! IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to find the people you want to connect and grow with  Being upfront about what you need in a friendship and finding the right energy match  Lori’s approach to supporting people witho

I’m sharing five ways to come up with a new business idea or build on the dream that you already have. There are a few simple ways you can use your daily routine to see what’s missing in the market, which is usually where I start when I’m thinking about launching a new product or service. I also get into why brainstorming with other people is super effective for coming up with ideas and share a strategy that I like to do with other entrepreneurs I’m collaborating with.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: My new approach to time blocking and content creation  Leveraging your zone of genius  Free ways to do market research and test for a viable product  The ‘stupid idea time’ method that always sparks creative ideas for me 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 & Busine

When we study the patterns of successful people, the number one thing that helps them reach their goals is repeating a simple process. When you fall in love with a routine that works for you, that’s when the magic (and money) comes. In this episode, we talk about why it’s so important to resist the urge to give up when things start to feel monotonous. We also talk about what keeps us motivated, focused, and committed to the show up consistently.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The unexpected benefits of monotony  Understanding the time it takes to achieve meaningful results Where are you choosing to be frustrated instead of taking imperfect action?  Shortening your milestones and rewarding yourself along the way  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: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business

Jennifer Cohen is the perfect example of how being bold pays off in every aspect of your life, even if it’s not how you expected it. She’s a best-selling author, brand strategist, and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits to drive positive behavioral change. In her latest book, Bigger, Better, Bolder, Jennifer guides readers on how to overcome self-doubt and reach their potential in a bold way.  Both Jennifer and I have gotten really comfortable with rejection and failure, which isn’t something that entrepreneurs are often open about. We talk about some of our really bold moves that didn’t end up how we imagined, but majorly impacted our journeys in a positive way. Jennifer also gives us her top tips for building up boldness as a habit and rewiring your inner-dialogue.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Surrounding yourself with a ‘Bold of Directors’ who support your success Going out and creating your own opportunities  Tools for building up your confidence and self-esteem  Focusing on

Since celebrating my 1000th episode last week, I’ve been thinking about what I’ve learned on this podcasting journey. It feels surreal to say that I have researched, recorded, and published over 1,000 episodes, but it proves to me that dedication is the key to maintaining steady growth.  In this episode, I’m looking back on what has helped me achieve this major milestone, including my approach to content, what I do when I feel like I’m out of ideas, and how to embrace positive pressure. Plus, I share my huge podcast goal for this year and how you can help me get there. IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Being open to feedback without taking it personally The common thread between some of my most popular episodes  Why it’s so important to invite more spontaneity into your life  Showing up, even when you lack motivation or passion  Finding areas where you can get more focused and improve your strategy  Being okay with taking imperfect action  RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com!

If you’re feeling stuck or struggling with motivation, the best thing you can do is surround yourself with positive peer pressure and accountability. I feel like I finally have clarity around my goals and the steps I need to take to get there, and so much of that process happened at the recent mastermind event we attended. In this episode, we talk about how to create more support in your life and expand your capacity. We share some real life examples of how we built up our network and rely on them to keep us on track with achieving our dreams.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Why it’s so important to set a goal and work backwards from there  My plan for actively growing my audience  How to set up milestones and rewards along the journey The power of a peer group that holds you accountable RESOURCES beonline is our proven process of growing businesses online! Learn more here: chrisharder.me/beonline  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting a

Bridgitte Carroll is the founder and CEO of GutPersonal, a one-of-a-kind supplement company that empowers everyone to heal from within. Chris and I are investors of GutPersonal and it’s been incredible to witness Bridgitte’s growth since launching the brand. We talk about what it was like to raise money and bring on investors, including how she got connected with the right people.  Bridgitte and I also touch on the three foundational elements of thriving as a business owner: health, worth, and community. She shares how important it is to surround yourself with people who push you to find lessons in the challenges and really embody supportive beliefs.   IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Putting your ego aside to get answers to your questions Tangible ways to expand your beliefs and limitations  What investing in the right community can do for your business and personal growth Discovering who you are and what’s in alignment with your vision  How GutPersonal addresses gaps in the supplement industry  RESOU

People with the strongest connections and friendships tend to take bigger risks because they know they have a supportive safety net to fall back on. I’ve realized the key to overcoming my fears is to surround myself with people who I can rely on and be vulnerable with. In this episode, I share some ways that you can intentionally deepen your relationships and expand your network, which will ultimately push the limits of your risk tolerance and abundance.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Doing an honest audit of where you spend most of your time  How I earned a spot at the most amazing mastermind  What you risk when you don’t go after your dreams  Why you need to be setting aside time to nurture your friendships  RESOURCES Come join me on the GrowthDay app!: growthday.com  Check out Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu  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

We always like to start off January with an event that gets us inspired to make powerful business moves in the new year, and this year’s mastermind did exactly that. In this episode, we unpack a few key takeaways from our weekend with industry leaders like Jay Shetty, Ed Mylett, Mel Robbins and so many other people that we look up to. We also share our advice about how to approach events like this and highlight why it’s so important to collaborate with your peers.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Recognizing that you always have something to offer  The downside of choosing efficiency over effectiveness  Reframing your mindset around asking for help  Why you should never underestimate the power of your peer group  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: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business:

Tanya Dalton is back on the show to talk about how to actively choose to live with intention and a higher purpose. If you missed our first episode together, Tanya is a best-selling author, speaker, and nationally recognized productivity expert. She recently came out with a new book, On Purpose: The Busy Woman’s Guide to an Extraordinary Life of Meaning and Success, which has such a powerful message about creating the life you truly want to live.  In our conversation, Tanya shares her refreshing perspective on hustle culture and why it’s so important to prioritize downtime. We talk about how to get comfortable asking for and receiving help, which can be especially hard for female business owners. Tanya also shares her go-to practices for prioritizing tasks and measuring your own definition of success.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Finding more joy and happiness in your business  Taking the time to really figure out what ‘enough’ means to you  The benefits of choosing positivity and gratitude  Detaching

One of the most impactful books I've ever read is Gay Hendricks’ The Big Leap. I find it helpful to revisit it in mid-January because it reminds me of this concept he discovered called “The Upper Limiting Problem.” In short, we each have a limit on how much abundance, success, and love we think we deserve. Once we start to get close to those thresholds, we self-sabotage and create chaos to stay within the boundaries we’re familiar with.  The key to tapping into your highest potential is to start observing where you hold yourself back. In this episode, I share four of my upper limits and how I’m actively working to break through them.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What “upper limiting” is  Signs you’re on the verge of becoming a better version of yourself How I break out of the procrastination cycle  Cultivating self-validation and confidence  The fastest way to get outside of yourself  RESOURCES The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-

Chris and I received an amazing text the other day from a former employee, which was confirming for us that next-level leadership is about leaving the people that work for you better than you found them.  We’ve gone through ups and downs when it comes to hiring and managing employees, but those lessons have helped us get really clear on how to build a supportive, growth-oriented team. Join us on this episode as we reflect on how to set yourself apart as a brand leader and employer.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The distinct middle ground between team bonding and being actual friends Understanding someone’s work love language  Why it’s so important to establish normal check-ins with your employees  Our thought process behind investing in self-development courses and events for our employees Creating space for your employees to leave on positive terms RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.  CO

This episode is a paid partnership with Shannon Weinstein. Sponsored content helps support our podcast and continue bringing valuable insights to our audience. Business metrics used to freak me out, but thankfully I’ve discovered some approachable ways to gain insight into that valuable information. I’m joined by Shannon Weinstein, founder of Fitnancial Solutions, which is an accounting, tax strategy, and coaching firm for entrepreneurs who want more perspective and less paperwork when it comes to their finances.  In our conversation, we break down what a fractional CFO is and how they can help business owners turn data into decisions. Shannon shares her advice for anyone who feels overwhelmed and disempowered with their finances, particularly for newer entrepreneurs. She also covers what’s included in her Business Financial Quickstarter course and an amazing offer she has for all the Earn Your Happy listeners!  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: How to know when you’re ready to start working with an accountan

Lindsey Schwartz, aka the Queen of Community, joins me on this episode to talk about why community needs to be part of your growth strategy this year. She breaks down how you can avoid burnout by intentionally creating an interactive and collaborative container alongside your brand. Plus, Lindsey is launching an immersive experience and shares exactly what you can expect from her Community Builders mastermind.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The differences between having an audience and a community  Creative ways to add value to your brand without having to be involved 24/7 Proof that anybody can be successful with a small community  How to get really clear on your community’s foundation and mission  The fundamentals and framework that Lindsey will be covering in the Community Builders mastermind  RESOURCES Learn more about the Community Builders mastermind at powerhouselori.com!  Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and

A great way to visualize your threshold is to think of it as a thermostat. Whatever you set your goals or standards to, you’re going to maintain that level just like you would when you set the temperature of your home. In this episode, we explore what this concept looks like in terms of our finances, emotions, and risk tolerance. We also share how we’ve learned to rest our thermostat and push the limits of what we believe is possible.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Looking back at how far we’ve come from our original financial goals  How your decisions become your identity  Actively choosing to reset your stress response  Why expanding your risk tolerance is one of the most important things you can do  The three steps to resetting your ‘thermostat’  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: @earn

I feel so energized at the beginning of the year to set new goals and really go after them, but how can we keep that momentum going past January? I’m joined by Ben Nemtin, bestselling author and co-founder of The Buried Life movement, to discuss how to infuse more accountability into your life and prioritize the things you love.  Ben describes how his two-week bucket list road trip expanded into a philosophy about living in alignment with your true self. He highlights three simple, yet powerful steps for achieving your goals. Ben also describes the key elements of a well-rounded bucket list and shares some tools to get started with that process today.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: The key piece in Ben’s mental health healing journey Leaning into relationships that give you energy  The 10 categories of your life to think about when you write your bucket list  Understanding the difference between genuine anxiety and excitement Giving yourself permission to dream out loud  RESOURCES Sign up for The S