In This Episode You Will Learn About: Working through low moods How I got into speaking as part of my profession The fears that crept in + how I moved past them How wedding planning is going for Evans   Resources: The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about working through low moods, how I got into speaking, and the fears that tried to stop me from doing what I knew I was destined to do.   Review of the Week: @elizabethd77: “Thank you! I feel like Lori is talking directly to me each and every episode, especially episode 345, which completely resonated with me. I am moved by her authenticity, her tenacity, and her compassion, and have felt the connection even through the podcast! I listen to the questionably awesome episodes with her assistant, Evans, every Sunday as I clean, and I cannot tell you how many times I have to stop because I’m laughing so hard. Truly appreciate each and every episode, and I will make it a point one day to meet the sunshine of my day. Thank you Lori for everything you do. Keep jammin!”   Question 1: @beyourownyou: “How did you get into speaking?”   Question 2: @kaylawilky: “Did you have any fears that got in the way of starting things?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What Jane loves about Sydney Starting her business journey from accounting What Jane’s rock bottom looked like What Showpo is and offers Starting a fashion business without money Welcoming in big numbers in business How Like Minded Bitches Drinking Wine came about What Jane does in order to market her business + her advice to you Finding a growth hack + finding people that are smarter than you Getting to the next level in business Failures that turned into successes   Resources: Learn more: showpo.com Instagram: @thelazyceo Youtube: The Lazy CEO The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes Jane Lu joins me on today’s episode! Jane is the founder of Showpo, an online fashion retail empire. Jane previously worked in accounting and corporate finance, but after returning from a year abroad, was inspired to ditch the “cubicle life”, so she quit her job to start her own business. She had always had a sincere passion for women's fashion online, social media and entrepreneurship– it’s no surprise that Showpo is Jane’s creation! This conversation with Jane is SO great because she shares her business failures as well as her successes. You’ll love this one no matter where you are in your business!   Question Highlights: How did you start this amazing business journey? How long did you stay in rock bottom and what was the next step after finding a solution? What is Showpo? How did you become the person who could start to think of big numbers and just accept them? How did you focus on what you wanted, and not get stopped up by outside opinions? What should we know about marketing our business that we are missing? How did you know that you hired the right people? What advice do you have for the business person trying to get to their next level? What are some big failures that turned into amazing lessons?   Jane Lu founded Showpo in 2010 from her parents’ garage. Jane previously worked in accounting and corporate finance, but after returning from a year abroad, was inspired to ditch the “cubicle life”, so she quit her job to start her own business. With much enthusiasm for entrepreneurship , she set off to start her first business, which failed spectacularly. However, Jane was undeterred and got right back on the horse, starting the online fashion brand, Showpo the following month. What started off with a laptop and two shelves of clothing is now an online global fashion empire,shipping to over 100 countries. Through being disruptive in the retail space and capitalising on the use of social media, Showpo now boasts a cult social following of over 3.3 million engaged followers collectively and has a team of over 90 across Sydney HQ and Distribution Center. A regular keynote speaker, for some of Australia’s biggest brands and having fronted stages for audiences internationally, Lu’s expertise is unparalleled, and her tone of voice, is real and relatable. A prominent figure in the Australian start up scene, Lu has been nominated for numerous awards,taking home taking the title of Cosmopolitan’s Entrepreneur of the Year in 2015 and Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia in 2016. Lu’s personal experiences led her to build her own entrepreneurial community, Like Minded Bitches Drinking Wine, which she co-founded with serial entrepreneur, Gen George. ​Together they have grown an active community of over 85,000 members.​​ Bringing women together to hear (and give) real, honest advice, to be inspired and to join forces - all over a good class of wine of course.With Lu at the helm, 8 years since its founding, Showpo owns its status as one of Australia’s fastest growing fashion e-commerce retailers. Recently awarded the highly coveted Australian Online Retailer of The Year Award and is on track to reach its goal of $100 million in revenue by 2020 with no external funding. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Ripping the bandaid off A message that I received that sparked this topic The takeaway of success What fulfillment means for you The question to ask yourself daily   Resources: The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes Taking the leap into your purpose is a little bit of a loaded statement, because it can mean so much, but it’s important to not allow overwhelm to sink in, because it isn’t all going to happen at once. More often than not, we know deep down what we want and need to do, but we look outside of ourselves for the validation that it’s okay to want those things and have those dreams. Today we are talking all about taking the big leap into what you know is your purpose here, in this life. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The two of us practicing our Italian Returning to a positive mindset Friend resets Active waiting   Resources: The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment!   Review of the Week: @lavenderlouise: “I don’t know which is the lion and which is the fox, but I love them both so much! The relationship reminds me so much of me and my best friend. When I listen to their episodes, I can’t help but smile and giggle– sometimes it’s giggling way after I’ve even heard the episode. I love the heck out of you gals! Thank you for being authentic and hysterical every episode! Xoxoxo!”   Question 1: @amandajoy_0: “Hello, hope all is well! I have a question or topic I would love for you to address on your podcast. When it seems things are going well according to plan, and you’re making progress, and that positive breakthrough might happen, why does it not work out? It feels like the rug is constantly being pulled from underneath me. How do you deal, and what do you do to return back to that positive mindset and know when something great will work out?”   Question 2: @westcoast_baygirl: “Is it okay to want a friend reset? I moved to a small town and surrounded myself with unlike people to keep myself company; I feel bad but I want more like-minded friends. Is that normal, or am I just a bitch?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Sarah Nicole’s story + what caused her to make massive changes Tips on shutting down the negativity looks like Sarah shares the questions she is most asked Sharing and connecting over her body Deciding to use social media as a business Where to start if you want to monetize your brand What Sarah has learned most on her journey Planning for the future What Sarah is manifesting   Resources: Learn more: thebirdspapaya.com Instagram: @thebirdspapaya The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes I first “met” today’s guest on Instagram, during a time when I so much needed to hear her beautiful message. Sarah Nicole Reynolds joins me on today’s episode, and we are talking all things forgiveness and freeing yourself! Not too long ago, Sarah Nicole embarked in a journey to better her life, losing 100 pounds, working through inner dialogue, and finding value within herself. Today, she helps others see and understand their worth, love their bodies, feel less alone in the world, and be ok with life's little shakeups.   Question Highlights: Can you give us a few tips on what shutting it down and walking away actually looks like? What’s a question you find people ask you the most? What do you wish people would ask you more? How did you decide to make this work your business? Do you have any advice for those who want to monetize their brand, but don’t know where to start? What has been one of the biggest lessons that you’ve learned? How are you going to plan for your next explosive growth?   Sarah Nicole is a badass mama of 3 who likes to hype herself up in bios while talking in the third person. 5 years ago she embarked on a journey to get out of life's ruts and better her life. She lost 100lbs and went through massive life change with a divorce pushing her into new chapter of single motherhood. But like, a badass chapter. Since then, she met this bearded guy and he drank her poison and asked her to marry him. So she locked that down quickly and now they rock the whole chosen family thing! After struggling to find love for her body after losing all that weight, she worked through a lot of inner dialogues to discover the value and meaning behind self-love - and well, she thinks it's worth sharing about. By using social media as her journal, she loves helping others see and understand their worth, love their bodies, feel less alone in the world, and be ok with life's little shakeups. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The space I’ve been in lately Balance between the extremes The questions we need to ask Fiercely saying no What I’m learning right now What has forced me to assess my life   Resources: pimsluer.com The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes I’ve recently been giving myself some time and space to reevaluate what it is that I want, and it sparked a topic for today’s podcast: Happiness doesn’t last. I know that comes off as a really strong statement, but hear me out! Happiness comes and goes like the wind, so you might as well be doing something interesting in the meantime. By finding the balance between the extremes in my life, I’ve been able to learn so much about myself, deeply growing and evolving. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Whether having a college degree is necessary for success Steps to take daily in order to make a difference in your future Advice on resentment   Resources: The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about whether or not a college degree is necessary for success, what steps to take daily in order to make a difference in your future, and advice on working through resentment.   Review of the Week: @sosweetshop: “I just wanted to say that episode 338 absolutely cracked me up! This is my favorite podcast. Every single awesome episode. Thank you Lori and Evans!”   @alacarpenco1 : “Is having a college degree necessary to be successful?”   @jojoknox2323 : “What is one step you can take each day to make a difference in your future?”   @andy_ruth : “I love helping others but when my DM and text get to be too much, I resent it. Advice?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How Adam started spoken word poetry Sharing his poetry Judgement on himself and his writing The vision stage + the creative process for Adam Resetting the mindset you’re in Turning something that isn’t working into an empowering belief Hollowing out periods in life Me stepping into my creative What Adam is up to in his life outside of poetry How Adam truly believes that anything is possible Adam shares his spoken word poetry, You Are Who You Have Been Looking For   Resources: Learn more: adamroa.com Instagram: @adam.roa Watch: theartofchoosinglove.com Listen: The Deep Dive Podcast   Show Notes I am beyond excited for you to hear today’s episode because I sat down with the incredible and transformational Adam Roa! Adam is committed to using creative energy to catalyze change on the planet, and he does so through a variety of artistic projects, sharing his learnings on his Youtube channel and podcast. Adam is on a quest to discover just what it means to be an empowered man, and is doing so with radical authenticity. Adam has served as an inspiration for me for quite some time now, and I know that in this episode he will move you in ways you didn’t think were possible.   Question Highlights: Was there a period of time before you shared your poetry? How did you keep writing without judgement? How do you make your vision happen for you? What advice do you have on resetting the space you’re in? What belief do you create around something that isn’t happening to make it empowering? What are all of the things you are doing right now? Is there anything that’s coming up for you that you’d like to share?   Adam Roa is a transformational artist who is committed to using creative energy to catalyze change on the planet.  A modern day Renaissance man, Adam is constantly creating a variety of artistic projects, including conscious film, music, and spoken word poetry.  On a quest to discover what it means to be an empowered man, he is known for sharing his journey with radical authenticity on his reality-based Youtube show, "The Art of Choosing Love" as well as his podcast, "The Deep Dive with Adam Roa". Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Quotes on fear An inspiring SoulCycle experience I had Giving myself the permission to push past the fear Showing up to your vision   Resources: The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes FEAR. Let’s talk about it. If fear didn’t exist, I bet you that we all would be out there doing things that we WANT to be doing. We let fear guide us away from all of the things we want in life, and it’s about time we stop seeing it as something negative. Today I’m sharing how fear has held me back, and how I’m now using it as a positive tool to live the life I know I deserve. (And how you can, too!) Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Some questionably awesome moments Biggest takeaways from Bliss Project If I’m going to write another book or not Our thoughts on work / life balance   Resources: The Bliss Project 2020   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about our biggest takeaways from Bliss Project 2019, if I’m going to write another book, and how to make a work/life balance achievable.   Review of the Week: @mel_yssa: “The past week’s Questionably Awesome episode 335 had me LITERALLY laughing out loud from the banter between Lori and Evans!!! In the mix of all the laughter and shenanigans, they always somehow find ways to drop some serious truth bombs and knowledge for their listeners. I always get excited when I see a new episode has been released and it goes to the top of m listening list! Thank you Lori and Evans for bringing laughter and enlightenment together in the form of an enjoyable and entertaining podcast.”   @jessicabrianne_: “Two biggest takeaways from Bliss?”   @jinelleanlea: “Are you going to write another book?”   @housecallswithnicole: “Is work/life balance truly achievable? How to make it happen?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The quiet power that Destinee holds What Destinee does and how she got into it Why Destinee was called to the “woo” entrepreneurs The blocks her clients face + how Destinee helps Skinny launching and who it’s for How Destinee helps with the transitions of business Destinee’s own inner work Business coaching vs. life coaching How Destinee manages it all What has been coming up for Destinee Adding more fun in her life   Resources: Learn more: destineeberman.com Instagram: @desberman   Show Notes I am thrilled to share today’s guest with you! Destinee Berman serves as an online launch manager for high level online entrepreneurs, and is a digital marketing visionary. Not only does Destinee help her clients been seen on a larger scale, but she truly helps them own their message. In this conversation, Destinee and I chat about owning your truth and incorporating that into whatever it is that you want to do. This episode is so amazing, and Destinee has so much knowledge– I know you’re going to love it!   Question Highlights: Why were you called to help spiritual and holistic entrepreneurs? What are the main blocks for your clients? How do you help clients better manage their transitions? Do you have anything you do to honor the difficult times? What are your thoughts on business coach launches versus life coach launches? How do you manage everything? What’s the permission you need for yourself?   Destinee Berman has been called the strategist and “secret visionary” behind todayʼs most widely recognized online schools in the holistic coaching and mindfulness space. Destinee specializes in helping spiritual practitioners get paid without selling out. She understands that many of them may shy away from charging for their spiritual and healing work, so she helps them grow their business in a way that is authentic, genuine, and most importantly, helps them serve even more people. She has a deep understanding of digital marketing and launching through her 15 years in Silicon Valley managing clients like Twitter, HP, and Microsoft. Her consulting clients today include multiple six and seven figure online educators and healers, including clients like Stingʼs astrologer and bestselling authors who reach hundreds of thousands of followers. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Old default responses that lead to negotiating with yourself The 80/20 rule The need for perfection Discipline habits Stopping the internal arguments   Show Notes Today I want to take some time to talk about something really important: the space between where you are and where you want to go. Each step of the process within this space is so different; from thinking about what you want, to planning what you want, creating a habit, and beyond. A lot of people, myself included, tend to get caught in this space and find themselves negotiating with their goals rather than working towards them. This episode intention is to help you recognize where you are negotiating with yourself, and inspire you to continue to push the needle in the direction of your goals. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Our favorite quotes of the moment How Snacks, our resident squirrell, is doing Keeping your mind and heart positive + peaceful Ways to deal with negativity in your business Misconceptions that others have of us   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about how we keep our minds and hearts peaceful, ways to deal with negativity, and misconceptions that others have of us.   Review of the Week: 1love444: “I love Lori’s podcasts for so many reasons. Not only does she pop on to share stories of success and failure, she reminds us constantly that there’s always time to be made for yourself (self-care) – which is so important in our technology obsessed, fast paced world. Thank you for all you do, Lori!   Question 1: @karenjanae: “What are your go to’s for keeping your mind and heart peaceful and positive?”   Question 2: @kspadalik: “How to deal with negativity in your business”   Question 3: @Rebeccafalkner: “What has been a common misconception about you? (Now, or in the past)” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Moving to Hawaii and discovering new things How manual therapy with Aaron works Changes in his mentality he’s seen + shame The topical layers we have and confront on our paths Looking back at our journey to see how it’s all connected What Aaron thinks pain actually is Working with the beliefs of today Making space in your day with things of value + noticing subconscious thoughts Listening to the whispers + interrupting patterns What’s most exciting for Aaron right now   Resources: Instagram: @alignpodcast Listen: Align Podcast Youtube: Align Therapy   Show Notes I am so happy to introduce today’s guest, Aaron Alexander! Aaron is a movement coach, manual therapist, fellow podcastor, and is the founder of the Align Method. The Align Method is a integrated approach to functional movement and self-care, and has helped THOUSANDS of people heal from pain and find health. I’ve been wanting to connect with Aaron for a while now, and in today’s conversation he taught me SO. MUCH. With Aaron, no topic is off-limits, and because of that, this conversation was so full of life. I know you’ll learn a lot from today’s episode!   Question Highlights: Through the physical work you do, what have you seen change mentally? Do you that we have to go through the difficulties in order to find out what our flow truly is for us? What do you think pain really is? How do you work with the beliefs around what people have come to believe in the world? What’s the balance of doing too much and not enough?   Aaron Alexander CR, LMT is an accomplished manual therapist and movement coach with over 13 years of professional experience. He is the founder of the Align Method™, an integrated approach to functional movement and self-care that has helped thousands of people out of pain and into health. He hosts the top-rated Align Podcast featuring the biggest names in movement and wellness. Aaron’s clients include Hollywood celebrities, Olympic competitors, professional athletes and everyone in between. He teaches world-wide and resides in Venice, CA. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: A time where I was feeling disconnected Equal energy exchange connection Where we think our value comes from   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes So many of us are confusing what connection actually means, leaving us feeling unfulfilled but not really understanding why. We crave connections... but are we confusing connection with coaching? In today’s quickie, I share my own personal journey through this feeling, and ways that I have worked through it. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Exciting news from Evans What gives us hope in difficult times The first team member I hired + the lesson I learned Turning self-sabotage off + forgiving procrastination Wisdom that has come through for us this week   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind Read: Procrastinate On Purpose   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans is sharing some exciting news! The two of us also talk about what gives us hope in difficult times, the lesson I learned with my first hire, and turning off self-sabotage.   Review of the Week: Desert-mama “Yesterday I had a Lori-a-thon and probably listened to like 5 podcasts. It was my soul food for the day, I laughed out loud to you and Evans (like I do every time!), I cried with Tracy O’Malley. She is such an amazing woman and her story speaks volumes on so many levels. Whenever I am needing some inspiration or some words of wisdom you are always here. Thank you! I feel like when I’m listening to you and Evans it’s like I’m in the room with two of my besties laughing along with you. I had the pleasure of meeting you last year at the women’s powerhouse event and I’ve been on board ever since. Best podcast ever!   Question 1: @heymadelyne: “What’s given you hope in your difficult moments (you know, the ones that feel hopeless)?”   Question 2: @meet_thefreemans: “What was your first team member to hire?”   Question 3: Alicia Carussi: “How do I turn off the self sabotaging and forgive the procrastination?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How Olivia and I connected Where the name, VINA, came from + why it was created How Hey! VINA works Standing up for herself The importance of human connection The obstacle that Olivia is currently facing Fears around loneliness Turning envy into admiration Seeking out specific friend groups Lady bragging + why it’s important The problems of privilege project that Olivia uses Olivia and I share our lady brags   Resources: Learn more: heyvina.com ; ladybrag.com ; vinazine.com Instagram: @heyoliviajune ; @vinazine Download: Hey! VINA Read: 4,000 Questions For Getting To Know Anyone ; 36 Questions For Falling In Love Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes If my message and book had a sister, she would absolutely be today’s guest! I am thrilled to share today’s episode with guest Olivia June, the founder and CEO of fried-finding app, Hey! VINA. Olivia is also the editor in chief of VINAZINE, and the brains behind LadyBrag.com, and her work has been featured in hundreds of popular media outlets. In her free time, Olivia volunteers as a mentor, empowering and inspiring young women in foster care. This episode will leave you feeling SO inspired and SO ready to connect with new people, I just can’t wait for you to give it a listen!   Question Highlights: What is the story behind VINA? What have you noticed in your life, through connection, how it’s affected this past year for you? What is your biggest obstacle, and how are you going at it? When you are looking for your life to go in a specific direction, do you seek out those types of people? What do you think are some of the top blocks for women when it comes to connecting with other women?   Olivia June is the founder + CEO of Hey! VINA, the friend-finding app for women that connects, celebrates, and empowers women by helping them build their tribe, one right swipe at a time!   Launched in 2016, Hey! VINA has connected millions of women in 158 countries and is backed by Greylock, Tinder and NEA. Often referred to as the "Tinder for (girl) friends," Hey! VINA was named as a Best of 2017 by the App Store. Olivia is also the editor in chief of VINAZINE, a media outlet with stories and advice from and for women of the VINA community. In addition, she's the brains behind the LadyBrag.com platform, which encourages women to share their accomplishments.   A little background on Olivia's impressive career: She was the co-founder of the San Francisco wine events club, Ladies Who Vino, a community that's connected thousands of professional women over a glass of wine, and she spent and she spent six years in leadership of SparkSF, the largest philanthropic network of millennials investing in grassroots women’s organizations. Prior to dedicating herself full-time to empowering women around the world, she led community development at RocketSpace, held a marketing leadership position at General Assembly, and worked on the first American Bitcoin exchange, Tradehill. In her free time, she volunteers as a mentor to young women in the foster care system.   Olivia and her work have been featured in hundreds of media outlets including, ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Wired, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Paper Magazine, Glamour, Marie Claire, The Tyra Show, The Doctors, Fox News, Fast Company, Grazia, The Guardian, Refinery 29, HerCampus, Thrive Global, Vice, and many more Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why it’s so important to validate ourselves first How I searched for outside validation Powerful quotes on validation Where to go when the answer is NO Keeping your energy clean + checking in with yourself Mantras to say that will help   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind Where Do We Go by Lindsey Stirling   Show Notes In today’s quickie, I really wanted to talk about validation. I have been thinking SO much about validation and what it means lately, so I knew I had to share. The word validation tends to get a bad reputation because it drives us to gain approval from others– we still have to remember that we need to validate ourselves. Seeking the validation from others and then getting it doesn’t actually make us happy if we don’t love and approve ourselves. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Our take on expectations How I push the needle + how you can too Pivots in life, and my pivot from fitness to changing lives The Bliss Project Our love of Jeni’s Ice Cream     Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about expectations, pushing the needle in your life, sensing a pivot and leaning into it, and how excited we are for the Bliss Project!   Review of the Week: @tracilinSC “Oh my gosh! Lori, you and Evans need to take the Q&A sessions on the road. I get so tickled listening to the two of you! I definitely think together you could solve a lot of worldly problems, or at least offer an amazing dose of laughter while trying. Thanks for sharing all things bliss-filled with your listeners!”   Question 1: @emilymedaglia: “A Few weeks ago you mentioned “pushing the needle work”-would love examples!”   Question 2: @letaalexandra: “What was your “pivot” point from fitness to changing lives with coaching/masterminds etc?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Tracy’s story of growing up + addiction The work she did for herself The story she kept hearing as a child + the belief system it created Speaking to her younger self Navigating the in-between Taking 11 months of silence Knowing the fear and understanding it Finding the “root” Healing her relationship with women   Resources: Learn more: tracyomalley.com Instagram: @tracy_omalley Read: Grace, Grit, Guts Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes I am SO excited for today’s episode because I am joined by Tracy O’Malley! Tracy is a recovery coach helping women heal their relationship to alcohol, food and drugs. She dedicated to helping women heal their internal wounds– is that not just incredible? Tracy has been in my life for a while, and she always offers so much wisdom each time we’re together. Her comeback story is BEAUTIFUL. Being able to sit down with Tracy and get deep was SO necessary and I can’t wait for you to listen.   Question Highlights: Was your work with other people always meant to happen? How do you navigate the in-between? How do you navigate the fear? What is your advice for those trying to find the root?   Tracy O’Malley is a sought after Master Transformation Coach, Power-House Entrepreneur, Key-note speaker, and Author. She has inspired people from all walks of life. She is the Queen of Tough Love and Transformation who has facilitated soul breakthroughs and sustainable change in thousands of people all over the world. With Tracy’s coaching you will tackle limiting habits, uncover hidden blind spots, navigate tough transitions, and create shifts that result in emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial freedom. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How we apply our own meaning to things A quote I’ve been loving right now How to view the season you may be in The season I’ve been in   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes I have this theory that whenever I’m not in the place or headspace I want to be in, I try and find someone else that is in that place. It’s super important to me to find someone to speak that life back into me, and honestly, sometimes it isn’t even about the words– it’s about the vibration. Nothing is out there actually making us feel a certain way, it’s actually us taking it in and applying our own meaning to it. If we could all really look at ourselves and the season that we’re in, it’s important to remember that space is truly just a visitor– some stay longer than others, but they will leave. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The importance of detaching Finding balance between privacy and self-disclosure Transitioning into who you want to be + finding the value in the journey Becoming okay with letting go What we do when we are STRESSED + how we sort it out   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind Ted Talk with Esther Perel   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about finding balance in privacy, finding value in your journey, being okay with letting go, and what we do when we’re stressed out and how we recover from it.   Review of the Week: acadiachampagne “The Earn Your Happy podcast has everything one could need to harness their inner potential. I’ve been moved to laughter and tears listening to this podcast over this past year. Every episode adds value, brings new perspectives, reminds you to be the best you, for your own sake. I’ve shared the podcast in every avenue possible. I can’t believe I’m just now leaving a review! Lori, your insight is incredible. Thanks Earn Your Happy podcast team!   Question 1: @mallory.lynn.0 “How do you find balance between privacy and self-disclosure?”   Question 2: @babystepsforbigresults “We assume our closets circle should be the most supportive but it doesn’t always work that way. What did you find the most valuable through the transition of becoming who you are now?”   Question 3: @katelynhawkinss “How do you become okay with letting go?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Who Alyssa is + how she entered the line of work she’s in Being raised as a conscious child Advice for stepping into your truest self What Alyssa does when fears come up Remembering your self-worth Manifesting money + an exercise to help break free of the fear Ways that Alyssa stays on her path Calling in the relationship you want Upleveling + reaching your highest goals The importance of community   Resources: Learn more: alyssanobriga.com Instagram: @alyssanobriga Read: Getting the Love You Want Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes I am so excited for today’s episode because I am joined by Alyssa Nobriga, founder and creator of Mastery for Coaches, an online business course for conscious entrepreneurs globally. Alyssa is DEDICATED to helping women transform themselves and live more fulfilling lives– don’t you just love that? Alyssa works with so many incredible clients, and has been featured in all types of media outlets for the work she’s doing. I loved this conversation because Alyssa provides SO many tools to apply and use in your life and business. Get ready! This episode is about to give you everything you need to rock this year with all of the confidence you want.   Question Highlights: What sparked your awakening? What were some of the best things that came from being raised as a conscious child? How would you recommend navigating the transition into self-discovery? What are you working through right now? How do we root back into confidence and self-worth? How do you stay on your path?   Alyssa Nobriga is an entrepreneur and renown leader in the coaching and consciousness industry. She’s dedicated to women’s empowerment and has supported tens of thousands of people around the world to transform themselves and live more fulfilling lives. She leads soul-centered professional mastermind groups and has been featured by Deepak Chopra YTC, Forbes, Bank of America, YPO, Psychology Today and many others. Alyssa is the founder and creator of Mastery for Coaches, an online business course for conscious entrepreneurs globally.   She is a licensed clinical psychotherapist with a master’s degree from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Alyssa is a certified success coach, a graduate of the Byron Katie School for The Work, is trained in Imago relationship therapy and is certified in mindfulness-based therapeutic practices from the Hakomi Institute. She served on faculty at the University of Santa Monica where she holds a second master’s degree in Spiritual Psychology. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Why a front row mindset is so important My personal turmoil with being in the front row How you can show up for yourself + others   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes I’ve been thinking at this topic for quite a bit; today we are talking about getting to that next level. This episode is all about getting you to be in your front row mentality in order for you to level up in your life! When it comes down to it, it’s not just the belief that you belong in the front row– it’s about creating your own accountability to SHOW THE HECK UP. Sometimes, it’s not only about showing up for yourself, but showing up for others as well. Listen in to today’s quickie as I share my own struggles with front row mindset + what I do to work through them! Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The law of attraction + explaining it to skeptics Saying something that your tribe may not agree with My top suggestions for living a fulfilled and authentic life Things we really want to learn right now   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind Read: The Secret   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! In today’s “questionably awesome” episode, Evans and I are talking about the law of attraction, if it’s placebo effect, and why that doesn’t matter. We also talk about speaking your truth to your tribe, and the top three disciplines we try to live our life by that help us live our best life.   Review of the Week: DarianAleacee Literally this podcast is amazing!! Lori is so motivating and real! Even on my hardest days, listening to this podcast helps my soul. If you want to change your life, start from episode 1 and get your pen ready sister because you will want to take notes!   Question 1: Rachel Pepper: So, I believe in the law of attraction, however, my husband says it’s just a placebo  effect. What do you believe about the law of attraction and how would you explain it to skeptics? 
   Question 2: @swashhhley How do you tell your Tribe something they might not agree or approve of?   Question 3: @erinablettwellness What 3 disciplines do you think people should live by to lead a fulfilled and authentic life? Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: A little backstory on who Todd is and where he came from Stepping into his alter ego and what that did for him How to create your own anchor to bridge who you are and who you see yourself becoming An amazing research test The difference between the extraordinary world and the ordinary world Recognizing the deep root and working through it Todd’s letter writing practice The struggles that Todd worked through Who his book is for   Resources: Learn more: toddherman.me ; alteregoeffect.com Instagram: @todd_herman Read: The Alter Ego Effect Watch: 5 Secrets to Change Your Life Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes Todd Herman joins me on today’s show! Todd is a High Performance Coach and Strategist for ambitious entrepreneurs, athletes and leaders that want to reach wildly outrageous goals. His signature system, The 90 Day Year, has been named the World’s Top Leadership & Skill Development Program—twice! I am so excited for you to listen to this episode because we are talking ALL about activating your heroic self. You may even find yourself creating your very own alter ego to call on!   Question Highlights: What started happening once you finally stepped in to your alter ego? How do you create an anchor for yourself? What are the steps of getting to the deep root and being able to work through it? What came up for you on the days you were struggling with imposter syndrome? Who is your book for?   Todd Herman is a High Performance Coach and Strategist for ambitious entrepreneurs, athletes and leaders that want to reach wildly outrageous goals.   He’s helped clients reach the Olympic podium, build multi-million dollar companies and establish brands that have become internationally known. He’s owned his sports science training company for over 20 years and his signature system, The 90 Day Year has been named the World’s Top Leadership & Skill Development Program—Twice!   He’s also the author of the forthcoming book, The Alter Ego Effect: The Power of Secret Identities to Transform Your Life. He dodges taxis in NYC where he lives with his wife, 2 little girls, and one little guy. And is currently the world's worst ukulele player. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: What are you pretending not to know? Why don’t you do the things you know you should be doing? What don’t you know that you don’t know? If you achieved all of your life’s goals, how would you feel? How can you feel that along the way? What did I learn today, who did I love, and what made me laugh?   Resources: 35 Questions That Will Change Your Life Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes While searching for inspiration for this quickie episode, I came across this incredible article from Forbes that has 35 life-changing questions, and knew we had to talk about it! In today’s episode, I’m going to share a few of the questions that really spoke to me, and I’ll share my answers with you on the spot. Be sure to take some time today for yourself to look through the questions– they may just change your life like they’ve sparked change in mine! Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Keeping high vibe while you’re wait to hear back for something Tips on putting on events and workshops Getting your creative juices flowing What we are resisting + fearing   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Fast Foundations Mastermind Read: The War of Art by Steven Pressfield   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! Today, Evans and I talk about being high vibe no matter where you are in life, hosting events, and tips for getting your creative juices flowing!   Review of the Week: Jessib1981 I have followed Lori’s podcast for over 2 years and a few months ago moved across the country and lost my self-development groove. In turn, I recently found myself in a rut, feeling alone & unworthy. While I knew deep down I would find a way back, I had to think of what I needed. On my drive back to VA from WI, I listened to over 20 podcasts back-to-back and felt revived & resuscitated!! I hate to say how long it’s been since I’ve tuned in, but my new favorite episodes are Q&A with her assistant/friend Evans!!! They are awesome and hilarious. Just the vibes I need to surround myself with until I find more of my own tribe. Love you juggernauts!   Question 1: @nataliecturner “How to be high vibe while waiting? Ex: hearing about a work opportunity, text results, etc.”   Question 2: @sigsfitbits “Some tips on hosting your first workshop event?”   Question 3: @laurenrichellequigley “What is your favorite tip for getting your creative juices flowing?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Rachel’s childhood + her experience growing up The real fears we hold + how to release them Being criticised by family Understanding that you do not need to dilute your message Actions Rachel took in order to shift her mindset Rachel’s journaling tips Giving yourself permission to offend   Resources: Learn more: rachelluna.biz Instagram: @girlconfident Listen: Real Talk Podcast Read: Faith Activated ; Girl Confident Galley Check out: ThinkUp app Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes Today I am joined by the incredible Rachel Luna! Rachel is a best selling author, international speaker, Sales Confidence Strategist + Master Coach, podcast host, mindset master. Rachel is one of those people who truly made an impact on me. What she practices and speaks about has given me so much freedom and clarity! This conversation with Rachel was SO fantastic– I know it’s going to cause you all to take total inspired action in manifesting the life and business of your dreams.   Question Highlights: For people struggling with their fear “roots”, what do you find that is really stopping them? What would you say to those who struggle with what their family will think? What did you apply to your mindset in order to make big things happen within your business? What do you say to people who are facing really difficult criticism?   Rachel Luna is a best selling author, international speaker, Sales Confidence Strategist + Master Coach. A former US Marine, this 4 foot 11 inch firecracker has a rocksteady reputation for inspiring confident action and helping her clients double, triple and quadruple their income. She's the host of the podcast, Real Talk with Rachel Luna where she dishes on how to gain more clarity and confidence in life and business. Rachel has created numerous courses, hosts live events throughout the year and is working on her upcoming book, Girl, Confident. An international speaker, Rachel has been invited to share her powerful talks all across the globe from the US to Europe to Japan and has been featured in Forbes, The Huffington Post, Success Magazine and Latina Magazine among many others. If you're looking for sales confidence, mindset mastery and marketing strategies that will boost your revenue while building your legacy, Rachel Luna is the girl you call. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: The first step of finding clarity Asking better questions What clarity is + why it’s important What I’m currently struggling with What do you need more of? What do you need less of?   Resources: Fast Foundations Mastermind Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes   For today’s quickie episode, I want to talk about clarity! There is nothing more important than having clarity in your life around what you do, and around your vision for yourself and your future. I’m currently seeking clarity, and I’m coming to the realization that feeling stuck, confused, and uncertain are all the first steps to finding my own clarity. I today’s episode, I’m sharing what I’m currently struggling with, and how I’m working through it. I know that this episode with help you feel okay sitting with your uncertainty, and ultimately help you to find your clarity. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Shifting your victim mentality   Advice for putting yourself out there What I would be doing if I weren’t doing this What we do for facing fears   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! Today, Evans and I talk about what to do to get out of victim mentality, advice for putting yourself out there, what I’m pulling forward in my life, and what to do in the face of fear.   Review of the Week: Victoriaaplummer: “I absolutely love all of the wisdom and laughs that Lori imparts to her listeners! It literally brightens my day listening to her Questionably Awesome Days with her assistant Evans. I laugh the entire time. I stopped my workout and wrote this review because I couldn’t stop laughing at her and her husband’s podcast together. Besides being really funny the show has so much value for growing entrepreneurs like myself!”   Question 1: Nicole Wilson “What helped you/what shift did you have to make to tell your story/feel your story from less of a victim mentality to more of a journey/lesson mentality? (Your past as a child/assault) I feel when I share what happened in my past, I’m still very bitter about it but I know sharing my story helps others.”    “What advice do you have for someone who is putting themselves out there to the public more.... what should we expect? What should we avoid? What should we practice? I work for a corporate company and I’m concern about employees coming across my IG account. It’s nothing bad just ughhhh I’m more personal on my IG than I am at work because I’m a manager.”   Question 2: @taylorqwillmot: “If you could be doing anything else in life, what would it be and why?”   Question 3: @_caroline_fenge_: “What do you do when you are faced with un-kindess and fear?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Who Ashley is and how her path changed in college Putting her energy to finding a new job and moving to D.C. Exploring your interests and nudges Feeling safety within yourself Steps into finding clarity Foundational skill sets + core values and how to find yours Having a “You Turn” moment Sitting in the divine unknown Figuring out where we can find space for ourselves What is providing Ashley’s current clarity   Actually starting to take action + planning out your week What’s lighting Ashley up   Resources: Learn more: ashleyinternational.com Instagram: @ashleystahl Core Values Job Offer Academy Cake Publishing   Listen: You Turn Podcast ; How to Feel More Alive at Work episode   Show Notes Today I have Ashley Stahl on the podcast! Ashley is a counterterrorism professional turned podcaster, forthcoming author, and life coach who helps clients find their purpose, land more job offers, build their confidence, and launch successful service-based businesses. Ashley is easily one of my most genius friends, and is so down-to-earth. I’m so excited for you to hear this conversation with Ashley because it is FULL of tools for you, no matter where you are in life or business.   Question Highlights: What kept you following all of the nudges along the way? How do you feel safe to share who you are? What was your skillset you were using? Where can I take space when I have so many obligations? What is going on in your life as clarity for you? How do you get from working out your story to taking action? How should your weeks look? What’s lighting you up right now?   Ashley Stahl is counterterrorism professional turned podcaster, forthcoming author, and life coach who helps clients find their purpose, land more job offers, build their confidence, and launch successful service-based businesses.   Her e-course, the Job Offer Academy, has a methodology that’s helped more than 5,000 job seekers land job offers in 30 countries. Ashley also hosts inspirational guests each week on her show, the You Turn Podcast, with the intention of helping her listeners work on themselves, raise their confidence—all while taking life less seriously.   Ashley’s been named a “Top 99 Foreign Policy Leader Under 33” by Diplomatic Courier Magazine and Young Professionals in Foreign Policy. She’s a columnist for Forbes, and her work has been featured on TEDx, the Wall Street Journal, CBS, SELF, Washington Post, Chicago Tribune and more.   In addition to her coaching business, she’s the Founder of CAKE Publishing, a ghostwriting, copywriting and publicity house that helps influencers and companies strengthen their credibility through inspiring blog posts, PR placements and more.   Ashley earned her Master’s degree in international relations from King’s College London, and another Master’s in Spiritual Psychology at the University of Santa Monica. She holds a Bachelor’s degree from University of Redlands in government, history and French. She’s fluent in French and completely forgot how to speak Arabic, despite four years of studying it. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: A quote that I’m loving right now What a paradox is, and why I think they are important Discovering my paradoxes A few examples of the paradoxes that I believe for myself How to find your truth     Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Read: A Tribe Called Bliss ; White Hot Truth by Danielle LaPorte   Show Notes Today I wanted to talk to you about paradoxes. I found a quote that I’m loving, and I wanted to use that as a base to spark this conversation. “In contradiction and paradox, you can find truth.” I’d like for you to take a moment and think about what this means to you. A paradox is holding two opposing views as your truth, and I believe that understanding that paradoxes exist is only going to get you closer to finding your own truth, freeing yourself. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Our favorite quotes right now Turning off the cry response in intense situations Being mad at the Universe and how to overcome it Expectations Overall goal for 2019   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes Time for another Q&A Day with me and Evans! Listen in as we answer questions that you have sent in, and hear our favorite quotes of the moment! Today Evans and I talk about communicating in intense situations, being upset with the Universe, and my biggest goal for this year!   Review of the Week: thatCATchick: “Earn Your Happy is my absolute favorite podcast. It’s the first self development podcast I’ve ever listened to and it’s helped me more times than I can count. My favorite episode is 297…you’ll never be enough for the people you’re not enough for. Can’t agree with that more. Keep ‘em coming and I can’t wait for Bliss!!!”   Question 1: @acadiachampagne: “How do you turn off the cry response and communicate in an intense situation?”    Question 2: @trishalifedesign: “Were you ever upset at the universe and how did you overcome it? When you first started this journey, were you expecting to be where you are today?”   Question 3: @godistheonloriginalartist: “Your biggest or most challenging overall goal for 2019?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Rapid fire Q+A for Chris and myself Hyper self awareness Leaving time for miracles Figuring out your hourly value Prioritizing your needle-movers Doing YOU Tracking what matters most Love + put yourself first Growth hacks Join a mastermind Our offer to you!   Resources: Learn more: fortheloveofmoney.com Instagram: @chriswharder Fast Foundations Mastermind   Show Notes   I’m so excited to share this episode with you all today because my husband, Chris Harder, is joining me. This episode may just be my favorite episode of the year– I know it’s only January! In today’s conversation, Chris and I share our top 6 hacks to succeed this year. From business, to life, and relationships, this episode covers it all. Be sure to listen all the way through because we share the biggest thing that we will do this year– hint: it involves YOU.   After an 11-year career as an executive and partner in the banking industry, Chris experienced plenty of success, however he severely lacked fulfillment – and was completely burned out. Recognizing that a change needed to be made, he retired from banking in 2011 and partnered with his wife, Lori, and her brand, LoriHarder.com along with their Isagenix network marketing business. Chris now handles most of the business affairs and business coaching for their two multimillion dollar brands, and has found exactly the fulfillment and happiness he was seeking in a career.   Chris is the host of the new hit podcast, “For the Love of Money,” aimed at helping people bust through their money mindset blocks to become unapologetic about their pursuit of wealth. It is through interviewing business moguls and celebrities and exposing their exciting stories of contribution and philanthropy that he helps prove that money is a tool for good in a world with many needs. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: An exercise to work through opposing ideas A quote that’s really speaking to me today   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes   I’m in a place right now where I’m observing my patterns and how those patterns tend to judge the emotions I feel. I’m in this place of duality, where two main ideas are existing in my mind at the same time, and they are fighting a little. I’m putting in the work to allow both ideas to have their own voice so that they can coexist within me. Today I’ll share an exercise that I’m going to do in order to help me (and you!) even further understand the patterns and emotions in my mind. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Our holiday recap Helping your family understand your journey How you become a good audience member Ways to speak more comfortably in front of others   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Mastin Kipp Episode   Review of the Week: Judy0414: “Lori’s podcast has been a life change for me. I started listening to her at least a year ago and it is what got me started on the personal development path. Her voice has gotten me thru so many struggles and has encouraged me to grow so much. Thank you, Lori, I am so grateful for you!”   Question Highlights: Destinee: “What is the best way to help family members, especially young family, explain the journey you are going through? I have a 10 year old brother and I find it difficult to explain to him that I am creating the best version of myself and chasing my dreams because of kids having such a hard time understanding such abstract ideas.” Veronica: "I'm listening to #249 with Mastin Kipp right now and you mention being trained to be a good audience member - do you think you could do an episode on that (or even just train Evans right now so we can listen in)? This idea of actively giving a speaker your energy is so wonderful I can't even handle it :)" Shari: "As for my question, I work in an office with about 20 people in a small confined sales office… I have such a hard time being myself on the phones with my clients when everybody is listening and it hinders me for some reason! Possibly could because I work with a lot of type a personalities, and I do you freeze up when it comes time to speaking up! Help!” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Who Lauren is, and what she’s all about Steps to improvement Mapping out your time Finding motivation (and sticking to it!) Embracing failure A difficult no that Lauren received, and how she dealt with it Clearly defining your goals Getting off track Venting to the right people Self awareness Healthy boundaries   Resources: Learn more: internqueen.com ; careerqueen.com Instagram: @internqueen ; @officialcareerqueen ; @officiallaurenberger   Youtube: InternQueen Read: All Work, No Pay by Lauren Berger ; Welcome to the Real World by Lauren Berger ; Get It Together by Lauren Berger   Show Notes: Lauren Berger, founder and CEO of Intern Queen, author of three best selling books, speaker, career and internship expert, and total rule re-writer joins me on the show! Today we are talking all about getting it together! We might be asking ourselves, especially in the New Year, questions like, “How do I reach my big goals? How do I pivot?” Well, that’s just what Lauren and I are going to talk about today. No matter where you are in your life or business, this conversation is absolutely going to help you out!   Question Highlights: What are you up to right now? Where do we even begin? How do you match your current schedule to your dream schedule? How do we break a habit in order to stick to a new habit? What have been some of you difficult “no’s”? What do you do to move forward on your goals?   Lauren Berger founded Intern Queen Inc. in 2009 after recognizing the need for a more personalized way for young people to connect with the internships and career opportunities of their dreams. Today, she runs both internqueen.com and the big-sister site for the brand, careerqueen.com. She also founded and oversees the IQ Campus Marketing Agency which helps connect brands with the ambitious network of young people using her platforms.   Berger is a champion for young ambitious people fighting their way to the top. Years ago, she was one of them. Today, she’s their hero.   Her first book, All Work, No Pay: Finding an Internship, Building Your Resume, Making Connections, and Gaining Job Experience, is a national bestseller and required reading at several colleges and universities. Her second book, Welcome To The Real World, came out last year. In the new book, Lauren rewrites the rules for millennials in the workplace, demonstrating how to succeed in their first, second, and third jobs after graduation. Recently Berger has been featured on The Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Marie Osmond Show, The New York Times, Seventeen Magazine, and more.   Berger’s newest venture is her Youtube Channel, offering weekly advice on internships, jobs, leadership, and entrepreneurship. She releases new advice videos every Wednesday with bonus content released twice a month.   Berger is arguably the nation’s most in-demand career and internship expert and speaks to thousands of high school students, college students, and recent grads every year, motivating and inspiring them. Every year, Berger speaks at over 50 conferences, colleges, high schools, and leadership events. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Identity Learning to shift our identity How I shifted my identity   Resources: Joe Dispenza on Earn Your Happy Tony Robbins podcast featuring Russell Brand Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Show Notes I’ve been listening to a lot of podcasts lately, and one I recently listened to really made me think – Tony Robbins had Russell Brand on his podcast and the two talked about identity. I’d really love to dive into this topic of identity today, and how identity shifts through our actions. I challenge you to really begin looking at just who you want to become, and what actions that requires you to start to take. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Fears that came forward when I started my business Vision over plan Staying motivated Appreciating life more   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Read: The Agony and the Ecstasy by Irving Stone Listen: Episode 283   Review of the Week:   “This is my favorite go-to podcast as I build my new online business and create the change I’ve been craving. Thank you Lori for being so real, authentic, inspiring and for offering so much value and motivation! I have several marked as my favorites that I listen to when I need a serious dose of self-love and super helpful information. I LOVE this podcast and everyone on it!!!” @AliRyan0   Question Highlights: @kailawilkie “Did you ever have any fears that got in your way or starting your business in the beginning? If so, what?” @collabwithcummings “How do you best break down a 5 year plan so that you’re motivated daily to stick to it?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Where Heather came from and who she is What redirected Heather Sharing your story Moving in to an entrepreneurial space Manifesting Upleveling your thoughts Running multiple pipelines Discovering your superpower Tips to grow confidence Reflecting on failure Committing to confidence   Resources: Learn more: heathermonahan.com ; bossinheels.com Instagram: @heathermonahan Read: Confidence Creator Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes The amazing Heather Monahan joins me today on the podcast! Heather is a best-selling author, keynote speaker with the Harry Walker Agency, entrepreneur and founder of Boss In Heels. Heather’s best-selling book, Confidence Creator, is all about busting the myths on confidence. In our conversation, that’s just what Heather and I talk about! Heather shares all of her tools and tips on getting the confidence you need.   Question Highlights: Did you get to a point where you needed something else? How did you get confidence around sharing your story? What is the recipe right now for you to get the confidence that you need? How do you make sure that you are upleveling your thoughts? What do you to help people recognize and discover their value? What the questions we aren’t asking but should be around confidence? What is your theory around trying to make something work when you shouldn’t? What are some of the things you feel people should know about stepping into a more confident you? How do you commit to confidence?   Heather Monahan is a best-selling author, keynote speaker with the Harry Walker Agency, entrepreneur and founder of Boss In Heels. Having successfully climbed the corporate ladder for nearly 20 years, Heather Monahan is one of the few women to break the glass ceiling and claim her spot in the C-suite.  As a Chief Revenue Officer in Media, Heather Monahan is a Glass Ceiling Award winner, named one of the most Influential Women in Radio in 2017 and Thrive Global named her a Limit Breaking Female Founder in 2018. Heather’s new book Confidence Creator shot to #1 on Amazon’s Business Biographies and Business Motivation lists the first week it debuted on Amazon.  Heather is a confidence expert and is currently working with Fortune 500 companies and professional sports to develop confidence in the workplace and on the court. She’s also a member of Florida International University’s Advisory Council to further serve as a mentor and leader in the South Florida Community. Heather and her son Dylan reside in Miami. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: A quote that really spoke to me The tough love lie The grace exercise   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes   Today I’m talking all about grace. I feel like we are all in a place of wanting to reach our goals, be better humans, and make 2019 an incredible year, right? I think it’s super important for us to remember that in all of this work we are doing, that we remember to give ourselves grace. Today I am going to share what grace means to me, and how to be sure we take that precious time to give ourselves the grace we need.   Question Highlights: What does grace mean to you? What kind of grace do you need? Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: How Chris and I celebrate New Years What I’m proud of accomplishing this past year Why I started a podcast My greatest lesson The lesson I’m still learning   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Review of the Week: “This podcast is casual and fun! Lori manages to be informative and empowering without being preachy. Best of all, she makes the content RELATABLE. It’s a breath of fresh air to gain perspectives that are practical and applicable in many areas of my life (that’s the biggest problem I’ve had with other self-help podcasts). Keep up the good work Lori, you’ve gained a new fan in me!” SaraA123   Question Highlights: @diy.twy What made you start your podcast? @sydneygo “What is the greatest lesson learned in your life so far and what is one that you are still learning?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Who Winn is and how he started his energy in business Asking questions to a mentor Overlapping the different areas of your life Creating culture + excitement Intentionally creating a better mindset Overcoming blocks and fears Disappointing people Leadership and learning Transitional periods in life Healing inner turmoil Showing up   Resources: Learn more: winnclaybaugh.com Instagram: @winnclaybaugh   Read: Be Nice (Or Else!) Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes   Today Winn Claybaugh joins me on the podcast! Winn is the dean and cofounder of Paul Mitchell Schools, the author of Be Nice (Or Else!), and the founder and host of MASTERS Audio Club. Winn is such an amazing human, and such a motivational rockstar! His philosophy, ethics, and all around mindset is so high energy and wonderful. You are all in for a total treat today, because Winn shares just how to raise your energy, and determine what you are actually in the business of, PLUS, how to overcome blocks.   Question Highlights: What did the beginning of showing up look like for you? How you start asking questions to mentors? What is something that can help build a better culture, and have people stay excited? What do you do intentionally to help you get into a better headspace? What are some big blocks that people have when they work with you, and how do you help? What do you do when you receive criticism or rude encounters? Where do you let it be okay to disappoint people? What do you share about the transitional period of friend groups or family changing? How do you heal your inner turmoil?   Bio   Winn Claybaugh is the author of Be Nice (Or Else!); the host of MASTERS Audio Club, a popular beauty-industry audio series with worldwide subscribers; and “one of the best motivational speakers in the country,” according to CNN’s Larry King, who wrote the foreword for Winn’s book. A national speaker for major corporations, Winn has helped thousands of businesses build their brands and create successful working cultures. His clients include Southwest Airlines, Hyatt Hotels, the Irvine Company, Vidal Sassoon, Entertainment Tonight, Mattel, For Rent magazine, and many others. A business owner for more than 30 years with over 16,000 people in his organization, Winn is the founder, co-owner, and dean of hair care giant Paul Mitchell’s school division.   Recognizing his immense contributions to that industry, in 2016 American Salon named Winn one of the five “Industry Leaders Who Helped Revolutionize Education.” Recognizing his leadership of the Paul Mitchell Schools’ annual FUNraising campaign, Winn was named Humanitarian of the Year by Friendly House in 2013 and he received Thirst Project’s Vision Award in 2015. In 2017 he received the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, which ranks among the nation’s most renowned awards and recognizes individuals who have made it their mission to share their wealth of knowledge, indomitable courage, boundless compassion, unique talents, and selfless generosity with those less fortunate.   In 2018, Winn received the Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking’s (CAST) Visionary Leadership Award. Under his leadership and in keeping with their unique culture of giving back and building self-esteem, the 110-plus Paul Mitchell Schools have donated countless volunteer hours and raised more than $19.7 million for multiple charitable organizations. For more information, visit www.winnclaybaugh.com. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Flipping perspective of an excuse Overcoming the initial story Looking for solutions Making peace with choices   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes Take a minute to celebrate a little win today. You have to acknowledge these things! It is the time of year where we tend to have more excuses for ourselves, especially after the New Year. While we all have valid reasons behind our excuses, there is always a way out to change the situation that you are in. Today, we are going to talk about how you’re going to flip the script from excuses to solutions.   Question Highlights: What are the main things coming up in your head when you think about your goals? What is the story I am telling myself that is possible for my life? What is the story I am telling myself that is NOT possible for my life? What is the main goal you’d like to accomplish this year? What is the main fear you have around that goal?   Quotes Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Evans and I researching our names Quotes of the moment Being optimistic Making new friends Releasing anxiety Building confidence   Resources:   Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Review of the Week:   “I just listened to Lori’s Go All In episode and my soul is literally shook. I shared it with my entire team for some daily inspiration and I cannot wait for them to listen. I have been feeling very anxious in the past couple of weeks and days because I am definitely living in the grey and Lori’s podcast shook me, made me realize that what is keeping me from my island paradise is the boat I am currently living on. She has inspired me to close all the windows, get down to work (for a while) and I will definitely use this episode as motivation when I am doubting myself as I embark to put in some hard work to reach my island! Can’t wait to check out other podcasts soon! Great work Lori Harder and thank you!” Caitlin S Wheeler   Question Highlights: @adrianneraewebster “What is your number one tool to release anxiety?” @teresaheinzofficial “Best way to build confidence when feeling judged all the time and also getting anxiety?” Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: Gerards journey Making his first million dollars Losing his money His mom’s beautiful advice How Elite Daily was born Finding his purpose again Creating world-class leaders Fear Giving yourself credit What 2019 looks like for Gerard   Resources: Learn more: gerardadams.com Instagram: @gerardadams   Leaders Create Leaders: GATV   Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019   Show Notes Gerard Adams is on the podcast today! I have been wanting to have Gerard on the show for quite a while now. Gerard lives SUCH a full life, doing things that he absolutely loves – being an entrepreneur, investor, speaker, mentor and more. Gerard is most known for being the cofounder of the Emmy-winning, Elite Daily. Today we talk a lot about mindset, growth, and coming back from what most may consider devastating failure. Gerard is a total pioneer for creators, thought-leaders, and entrepreneurs – this episode was just fantastic, I can’t wait for you to listen.   Question Highlights: What is your journey, and how did you get to where you are now? What did it feel like to hit the million dollar mark? How did you start to gain clarity and create more meaning in your life again? What are the foundational pieces of creating a world-class leader? Are you moving through fear in your life? How do you let go of the outcome but still seek fulfillment in your life?   Gerard Adams is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, angel investor, documentarian, and a mentor to this generation of Millennials. Most notably known for co-founding the Emmy winning, Elite Daily, which sold for $50 million in 2015, Gerard has been pioneering the way for entrepreneurs, thought-leaders, and creators. Gerard believes a world-class leader doesn't just lead the way but instead creates more leaders to make a more significant impact.   He shares this truth on the web series titled, Leaders Create Leaders, which gives trailblazers of our generation a platform to share their story and ignite the passion in others. Leaders Create Leaders, an Original YouTube Series, has generated over 20 million views and is syndicated by Entrepreneur Magazine. Gerard has most recently taken his love for storytelling and joined forces with Inc. Magazine to host a documentary-style series called Grey Area.   With a portfolio of over a dozen startups, accolades that include Magic Johnson’s 32 under 32, Newark’s 2017 Entrepreneur of the Year, and partnerships with brands such as Sprint, Amex, HP, Marriott and more; he’s fueled by his deep knowing that this generation has the opportunity to be the most impactful of all time. Currently, he's focused on coaching game-changers to become World-Class Leaders and live out their dream lifestyle while building a lasting legacy. Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook

In This Episode You Will Learn About: All of the life happening around us How divorce is just a word Mentally participating Considering cooperation The two beliefs   Resources: Check out: The Bliss Project March 2019 Listen: Tony Robbins Podcast with Michael Singer   Show Notes   In today’s solo episode, I really wanted to talk about participation. Think about it. Are you participating with life in the way that you truly want? Life is happening all around you, and I’d really like for us all to think about how we’d like to participate in it. Today we are going to really dive into just what participating in life looks like, both in our minds and in our words.   Question Highlights: Are you participating with life in the way that you truly want? What is easiest in your life? Follow me on social media @LoriHarder on Instagram and Lori Harder on Facebook