Podcast
Scale With Pros
Hosted by Cody Barton · EN
If you're a business owner tired of being the bottleneck in your company, this podcast is your playbook.
I’m Cody Barton — not a hype guy, not a guru. I’m an operator who’s scaled real companies behind the scenes. By 25, I became a millionaire. Since 2021, my companies have generated over $50,000,000 in revenue. My specialty? Building teams, systems, and accountability structures that grow companies without burning out the founder.
Each episode of Scale With Pros features either myself or other 7- and 8-figure business owners sharing how we’ve actually built and scaled — not theory, just real-world execution. From hiring A-players to installing scalable operations, you'll learn what it takes to build a business that runs without you doing everything.
If you're a serious founder ready to scale beyond 6 or 7 figures — and finally build a business that serves your life instead of consuming it — this show is for you.
Tune in, take notes, and get ready to scale with pros.
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#86 Behind the Scenes: How I’m Engineering Two Business Exits
Jan 2300:21:57Tap to summarizeIn this solo episode, Cody breaks down his exact 2-year plan to exit two companies and create generational wealth. He shares how he’s scaling through acquisitions, de-risking operations, and building businesses that private equity actually wants to buy. This episode goes behind the scenes on what it really takes to build a sellable company—and why Cody is focused on execution, not social media. If you’re building with an exit in mind, this is the long game.
Transcribe →#85 From NFL Paychecks to Real Cash Flow | Devon Kennard
Jan 1601:14:50Tap to summarizeon this episode of Scale with Pros we sit down with Devon Kennard. He shares how questioning his future in the NFL led him to build real wealth through disciplined investing and business ownership. In this episode, we break down why great deals fail without great operators, how cash flow beats hype, and the costly mistakes successful people make after their first big win. Devon explains his shift away from traditional real estate and “passive income” toward building a lean, high-margin lending business. If you’re an athlete, founder, or high-earner looking to protect and compound capital, this conversation will change how you think about money.
Transcribe →#84 Entrepreneurs, You’re Lying to Yourself… Jeff Mask Explains How.
Dec 500:52:24Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Jeff Mask reveals the hidden fears and subconscious patterns that silently hold entrepreneurs back from scaling their businesses. He breaks down why founders burn out, lose clarity, and unintentionally sacrifice their home life in the chase for success. Jeff shares the mindset shifts, leadership frameworks, and personal stories that transformed his own life and thousands of CEOs he’s coached. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or at a plateau, this conversation will show you exactly where to start.
Transcribe →#83 Burnout, Failure, and a Billion-Dollar Comeback — Hayden’s Brutal Reality Check
Nov 2800:34:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Scale with Pros, Hayden Hill shares the raw truth about entrepreneurship, leadership, and the painful mistakes that nearly cost him everything. He opens up about burning out, quitting multiple jobs, rebuilding from zero, and eventually scaling a massive 2,000-agent organization. Hayden breaks down the hidden traps that destroy most teams, the habits that actually create success, and why gratitude and humility matter more than money. If you’re trying to grow, lead, or survive the journey of building something big, this conversation is a must-listen.
Transcribe →#82 The truth about scaling your business from $3-$8M/yr
Nov 2100:56:05Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Jack Walker reveals his journey from a 19-year-old rookie agent to running a multimillion-dollar luxury vacation rental company. He breaks down the brutal reality of today’s Airbnb market, why most sub-$1M rentals are collapsing, and what hosts must do to survive. Jack shares the operational mistakes that nearly broke his business, the challenges of scaling, and the mindset shifts that finally allowed him to grow. We also dive into taxes, hiring, delegation, and why delaying gratification is the key to long-term success. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in real estate, entrepreneurship, or the short-term rental world.
Transcribe →#81 I Got Scammed, Lost $500K, and Still Didn’t Quit.
Nov 1400:41:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Cody opens up about the real story behind his 14-year entrepreneurial journey—far beyond the highlight reel. He shares the painful losses, failed deals, bad partnerships, and financial hits that shaped him into the multi–8-figure business owner he is today. From losing hundreds of thousands a month to getting scammed, dealing with disastrous real estate projects, and rebuilding after market crashes, Cody breaks down the lessons that kept him going. You’ll hear the mindset shifts, financial principles, and operational strategies that helped him climb out of each setback. This episode is a raw, unfiltered look at the challenges most entrepreneurs face but rarely talk about—and how to turn every loss into momentum. Tune in if you need encouragement, perspective, or proof that success is built through resilience.
Transcribe →#80 Billion Dollar Exits with Adam Coffey
Oct 2400:53:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Adam Coffey — a former executive turned private equity empire builder who’s led billions in exits. Adam reveals why most entrepreneurs sell too early and leave massive wealth on the table. He breaks down the mindset shift from “building to sell” to “selling smart” — turning one sale into three paydays. You’ll learn how private equity really works, what makes a business sellable, and how to create true generational wealth that lasts beyond the exit.
Transcribe →#79 Greg Nowacki On Why Playing It Safe Will Ruin You Forever
Oct 1701:00:50Tap to summarizeOn this Episode of Scale with Pros we sit down with Greg Nowacki. He tells us how he risked everything when HR discovered his secret side hustle — and his 6-figure career came crashing down overnight. With only $1,000 left and no plan B, he was forced to face the terrifying truth about chasing freedom. Greg reveals how losing it all became the best — and scariest — decision of his life. If you’ve ever feared taking the leap, this story will hit hard.
Transcribe →#78 Burned Out. Broke. On the Edge — How One Choice Saved My Career with Josh Marsden
Oct 1000:41:24Tap to summarizeOn this Episode of Scale With Pros we sit down with Josh Marsden and how he went from being one of the top managers at a major company — to fired, broke, and unsure what came next. Burned out and pushed to the edge, he risked everything to rebuild his life from scratch. In this episode, Josh exposes the brutal reality behind entrepreneurship — the burnout, the bad deals, and the legal mistakes that nearly destroyed his business. He shares how one decision changed everything and turned chaos into a multimillion-dollar empire. If you’ve ever thought about leaving your job to chase your dream, this conversation might make you think twice. Because success isn’t just about what you build — it’s about what you survive.
Transcribe →#77 Arielle Cohen Exposes the #1 Mistake Keeping You Stuck at 6 Figures!
Oct 300:47:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Scale with Pros, Arielle Cohen shares how she went from failed startups to running a multi–seven figure marketing agency. She reveals the painful mistakes most entrepreneurs make when scaling and why doing everything yourself is a recipe for burnout. Arielle explains how delegation, virtual assistants, and tracking the right numbers can make or break your business growth. She also uncovers the hidden danger of serving “everyone” instead of niching down. You’ll hear her strategy for keeping profit margins strong, building teams that actually work, and why most businesses never break $1M. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to grow past six figures, this episode is your wake-up call.
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