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

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

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