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Are you looking for a podcast about building a business, but you don’t want to lose your family, your faith, or yourself along the way? The Cody Hofhine Show is for entrepreneurs, leaders, dreamers, and anyone who wants to grow in business and life…without sacrificing the things that matter most. Each week, you’ll hear honest, real conversations about how to build a successful business and become the kind of leader, parent, and person you want to be. This show is for people who care just as much about the kind of person they are at home as the goals they achieve in their business. If you want more peace, more purpose, and more connection in your life, you’re in the right place.
Most business podcasts talk about hustle and grinding harder, but here, we talk about how to build something meaningful. If you love shows like The Diary of a CEO, The Ed Mylett Show, the Tony Robbins Podcast, Robin Sharma’s Mastery Sessions, or Bedros Keuilian’s Empire Podcast, you’ll feel right at home. Cody Hofhine brings you real stories from his own journey as a faith-driven entrepreneur, as well as guests who have built businesses while keeping their faith and family strong. You’ll hear about the good times and the hard times; the wins, the failures, and the lessons that come from both. This isn’t just another business podcast. It’s a place for real people who want to grow as leaders, build their faith, and create a life they love with their families right by their side.
Are you searching for a podcast about business and family? Wondering how to balance your work and your home life, or how to lead with faith in a busy world? Do you want to hear from other entrepreneurs who are building businesses that support their lives, not just consume them? The Cody Hofhine Show is here to help you do that. We believe you can build a business that is both successful and aligned with your values. You’ll learn how to set healthy boundaries, how to keep your priorities straight, and how to build habits that help you stay true to who you are. We talk about how to avoid burnout, what to do when you’re feeling stuck, and how to find meaning in your work every day.
Each episode is full of practical tips, honest advice, and real-life stories you can relate to. We talk about leading your team, growing as a spouse and parent, and making decisions that honor your faith and your family. You’ll hear about how to handle stress, find peace in the hard times, and celebrate the wins that matter most. If you’ve ever wondered how to build a business with purpose, or searched for the best entrepreneur podcast for business owners, you’ve found it. This show is for faith-driven leaders who want more out of life and work; more alignment, more peace, and more impact.
We talk about what really matters: how to become the kind of leader your family looks up to, how to attract the right people to your business, and how to live with integrity eve...

What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want isn't a lack of talent, money, or opportunity, but one decision you've been putting off? Every entrepreneur has something they've been delaying. Maybe it's making a difficult phone call, hiring the right person, having an honest conversation, or finally taking the leap they've been thinking about for months. The problem is, delay isn't free. While it may feel safer to wait, the cost of waiting often becomes much greater than the cost of taking action.In this episode, Cody Hofhine shares why successful leaders don't just calculate the cost of action, they also calculate the cost of delay. He explains how hesitation quietly steals opportunities, weakens relationships, and keeps entrepreneurs stuck in the same place. If you've been waiting for the "perfect time," this episode will challenge you to stop postponing your future and start taking the next step.You'll Learn How To:Stop letting fear disguise itself as "waiting for the right time"Recognize the hidden cost of delaying important decisionsBuild the courage to take imperfect actionMake decisions with confidence instead of hesitationCreate momentum by focusing on your next step instead of the entire journeyWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why the cost of delay is often greater than the cost of action(02:00) The lie entrepreneurs tell themselves about "waiting"(04:00) How small decisions compound in your business, health, and relationships(06:00) Why avoiding difficult conversations always comes with a price(07:00) The difference between needing more information and lacking courage(09:00) A simple exercise to measure the real cost of delay(11:00) The one decision that could change the direction of your business and lifeWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who keep putting off important decisionsBusiness owners who feel stuck and want to move forwardLeaders who struggle with fear, hesitation, or overthinkingAnyone ready to stop waiting and start creating momentumPeople who want to grow their business without sacrificing what matters mostWhy You Should Listen:Every decision has a cost, but so does every delay. The longer you wait, the more opportunities you leave on the table. This episode is a powerful reminder that you don't need every answer before you move forward. You simply need the courage to take the next step. If you're ready to stop letting hesitation shape your future, this conversation will give you the mindset shift you need to start acting today.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the very thing you're trying to avoid is the one thing that will make you the leader your business needs? Every entrepreneur has that one task they wish they could hand off forever. Sales. Hiring. Marketing. Managing people. But what if trying to escape the hard parts too soon is actually slowing your growth?In this episode, Cody Hofhine shares why some lessons can't be delegated. He explains how every challenge in your business is shaping you into the leader you're becoming, and why the work you're resisting today might be preparing you for the success you're praying for tomorrow.You'll Learn How To:Stop avoiding the tasks that help you grow the mostSee challenges as opportunities instead of obstaclesKnow when it's time to delegate, and when it's notDevelop the leadership skills your business needs to growFocus on becoming the person who can handle bigger successWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why every challenge is shaping the person you're becoming(02:00) The costly mistake entrepreneurs make when they delegate too soon(03:00) Why the work in front of you isn't there to punish you, it's there to prepare you(04:00) The hidden lessons behind sales, leadership, hiring, and failure(05:00) How rejection helped Cody become a more confident leader(06:00) The one question that can completely change how you approach difficult work(08:00) Why your greatest achievement won't be your business, it will be the person you become while building itWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who are frustrated with the day-to-day challenges of businessBusiness owners who want to grow into stronger leadersHigh achievers who feel stuck or overwhelmed by difficult tasksAnyone who wants to stop avoiding hard things and start growing through themLeaders who want to build both a successful business and a stronger version of themselvesWhy You Should Listen:The goal isn't to avoid every hard task, it's to become the kind of leader who can handle them with confidence. This episode will help you shift your mindset, embrace the lessons hidden in your challenges, and realize that your business isn't just building success, it's building you.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the most important feedback you'll ever receive doesn't come from your customers or your team, but from the people waiting for you at home? It's easy to chase success in business while telling yourself you're doing it all for your family. But what if the people you love most don't actually feel like they're getting the best version of you?In this episode, Cody Hofhine challenges entrepreneurs with one powerful question: "What's it really like to live with you right now?" He shares a personal conversation with his wife, the surprising lesson it taught him, and why winning at home isn't something that happens by accident. If you're building a business but don't want your family to get what's left over, this episode will help you realign your priorities before it's too late.You'll Learn How To:Become more present with the people who matter mostIdentify the habits that may be hurting your family relationshipsCreate simple actions that strengthen your home life every daySet healthy boundaries between work and personal lifeBuild success at home without sacrificing your businessWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) The one question every entrepreneur should ask their family(02:00) Why business success can quietly come at the expense of home(04:00) Cody's honest conversation with his wife and what she revealed(07:00) The difference between saying you're present and actually being present(09:00) Simple habits that can help you become a better spouse and parent(11:00) Why your family deserves more than your leftovers(12:00) The powerful reminder that no business success can replace a strong home(14:00) One challenge you can start this week to begin winning at homeWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who are working hard but feel disconnected at homeBusiness owners who want to build success without sacrificing familyParents who want to be more intentional with their timeLeaders looking to create healthier prioritiesAnyone who wants to become a better spouse, parent, or partnerWhy You Should Listen:The greatest measure of success isn't just how well your business is doing, it's how the people closest to you experience your presence. This episode is a powerful reminder that when you intentionally invest in your family, everything else has a stronger foundation to grow from.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the biggest bottleneck in your business is you? Most entrepreneurs start a business to create more freedom. But somewhere along the way, they become the person who has to do everything. Every decision, every process, every problem seems to come back to them.In this episode, Cody Hofhine sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and bestselling author Dan Martell to talk about how to stop being the center of your business. Dan shares simple strategies for documenting your processes, hiring the right people, building systems that actually work, and creating a business that can grow without depending on you every single day.You'll Learn How To:Build systems without spending weeks creating SOPsHire people who can truly take work off your plateTrain your team faster using simple tools you already haveRead and learn in a way that leads to real actionCreate a business that gives you more freedom instead of more stressWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why most entrepreneurs become the bottleneck in their own business(04:00) Dan's simple system for creating SOPs without extra work(10:00) How recording yourself can replace hours of documentation(16:00) The hiring philosophy that can save you from expensive mistakes(23:00) Why test projects reveal more than interviews ever will(31:00) How Dan studies books to serve others, not just himself(38:00) Why execution matters more than consuming more information(43:00) The mindset shift that helps entrepreneurs build businesses that scaleWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who feel like they have to do everything themselvesBusiness owners ready to build a stronger teamLeaders who want more freedom without sacrificing growthAnyone looking to scale their business with better systemsPeople who want practical strategies they can implement immediatelyWhy You Should Listen:Growing your business doesn't mean working more hours, it means building a business that can succeed without relying on you for everything. In this episode, Dan Martell shares practical lessons that will help you create better systems, hire smarter, and free yourself to focus on what matters most.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/Follow Dan Martell:Website: https://www.danmartell.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danmartell/?hl=en

What if the biggest thing holding your business back… is the person you see in the mirror? Most people chase more money, bigger opportunities, and faster growth. But what if lasting success isn't about what you achieve, it's about who you become along the way?In Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Cody Hofhine and Bedros Keuilian go deeper into the mindset behind long-term success. They talk about why personal growth always comes before financial growth, how serving others changes everything, and why becoming the best version of yourself is the real goal. They also share personal stories about family, fatherhood, failure, and the lessons that shape leaders both in business and at home.You'll Learn How To:Focus on becoming instead of simply achievingBuild a business by serving others firstTurn today's struggles into tomorrow's strengthsRaise confident kids through patience and real-life lessonsSurround yourself with people who help you growWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why your income rarely exceeds your personal development(02:00) The question that matters more than business success(05:00) How serving others transformed Cody's business(08:00) Why struggles are part of becoming your best self(11:00) Lessons Cody learned from his parents about hard work(16:00) Bedros and Cody on fatherhood, leadership, and raising resilient kids(26:00) Why the right mentors and community can change your future(32:00) Final thoughts and an invitation to keep growingWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who want to grow beyond just making more moneyParents striving to lead by exampleLeaders committed to personal developmentBusiness owners who want to build a life of purpose, not just profitAnyone ready to become the person their future requiresWhy You Should Listen:Your business will always reflect the person you're becoming. This episode is a reminder that success isn't measured by your income, titles, or achievements, it's measured by your growth, your character, and the lives you impact along the way. If you're willing to keep becoming, the results will follow.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if a single question from your spouse forced you to take a hard look at your life and completely change your future?In this episode, Cody Hofhine joins Bedros Keuilian for a powerful conversation about the moment that became a turning point in his entrepreneurial journey. Cody shares how a difficult season of financial uncertainty led him to discover real estate investing, build lasting wealth through homeownership, and create a life he once thought was out of reach.Together, Cody and Bedros discuss the importance of embracing discomfort, expanding your financial comfort zone, leveraging real estate as a wealth-building tool, and investing in mentorship and proximity. This episode is packed with practical lessons on growth, resilience, entrepreneurship, and creating opportunities when circumstances seem impossible.You'll Learn How To:Build long-term wealth through strategic homeownershipLeverage appreciation and equity to create financial freedomPush through fear and uncertainty when making big decisionsStop letting the opinions of others limit your potentialUse adversity as fuel for growth and successInvest in mentorship and proximity to accelerate resultsDevelop the confidence to take action before you feel readyWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(02:47) How Cody built long-term wealth through homeownership(03:10) Why homeownership is a powerful wealth-building tool(05:33) Understanding appreciation, equity, and tax benefits(08:09) The formula Cody used to upgrade his family's lifestyle(09:33) Why growth comes with discomfort(12:13) Expanding your financial comfort zone(14:23) Why we fear judgment more than failure(15:22) The question Cody's wife asked that changed everything(16:53) The mindset shift that opened a new opportunity(18:23) The real estate deal that changed Cody's life(20:16) Why surrounding yourself with successful people matters(21:48) How mentors, masterminds, and coaching accelerate growth(23:32) Borrowing confidence until you build your own(25:19) Cody's R&D: Rip Off and Duplicate(27:08) Why who you spend time with shapes your futureWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs looking to grow their business and incomeIndividuals interested in building wealth through real estatePeople feeling stuck or limited by their current circumstancesAnyone struggling with fear, uncertainty, or self-doubtLeaders looking to expand their confidence and visionIndividuals seeking mentorship, coaching, or personal growthWhy You Should Listen:Success rarely comes from comfort. It comes from making difficult decisions, embracing uncertainty, and taking action when the outcome isn't guaranteed.In this episode, Cody shares the story of a defining moment that forced him to rethink his future and ultimately led him down a path of entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and personal growth. Along the way, he reveals the lessons he learned about real estate, resilience, mentorship, and the mindset required to achieve extraordinary results.If you're ready to stop playing small, overcome fear, and create a bigger future for yourself and your family, this episode will inspire you to take the next step.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the struggles you're facing right now aren't signs that you're failing but signs that you're growing?In this episode, Cody Hofhine challenges the common belief that difficulty means you're on the wrong path. He explains why everything worth having in life requires a climb and how challenges, resistance, and discomfort are often preparing you for the next level of growth.Drawing from personal experiences, mindset principles, and timeless success lessons, Cody shares how shifting your perspective on struggle can help you build resilience, strengthen your leadership, and become the person capable of achieving your goals.You'll Learn How To:Reframe struggle as a sign of growth rather than failure Develop an abundance mindset during difficult seasons Recognize how challenges reveal opportunities for growth Build resilience through adversity and discomfort Focus on who you need to become to solve bigger problems Embrace the climb and trust the process What You'll Learn in This Episode:(01:12) Why everything valuable in life requires a climb (02:27) The principle that everything worth having is uphill (03:24) Shifting from “Why is this happening to me?” to “What is this preparing me for?” (04:36) How successful people approach challenges differently (05:08) Why growth happens when you become bigger than your problems (05:45) Lessons from Think and Grow Rich and temporary defeat (06:13) Meeting your “other self” through adversity (06:46) Why avoiding struggle prevents growth (07:19) The entrepreneur, leader, and spouse you want to become is on the other side of today's challenges (07:51) Why struggles should be viewed as preparation, not punishment (08:05) How every challenge is shaping you for future blessings Who This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs facing challenges in business Leaders navigating difficult decisions Individuals feeling discouraged by setbacks Anyone working toward meaningful goals People seeking a healthier perspective on adversity Why You Should Listen:Many people assume that struggle means something is wrong. In reality, the greatest growth often happens during the most challenging seasons of life.In this episode, Cody shares a powerful mindset shift that can help you view obstacles as opportunities, embrace discomfort, and continue moving forward even when the journey feels uphill.If you're facing challenges and wondering whether you're on the right path, this episode will remind you that growth, success, and transformation are often found in the climb.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the biggest factor determining your future isn’t your talent, work ethic, luck, or opportunities but something far more subtle?In this episode, Cody Hofhine reveals the powerful concept he calls “The Law of Proximity” and explains how four invisible forces are quietly shaping your future every day. From the conversations you engage in to the people you surround yourself with, your environment, and the standards you choose to uphold, Cody shares why success is often less about what you know and more about what and who you stay close to.Drawing from personal experiences, mentorship lessons, leadership principles, and examples from elite performers, Cody breaks down practical ways to intentionally create an environment that accelerates growth, leadership, business success, and fulfillment at home.You'll Learn How To:Understand the Law of Proximity and why it mattersIdentify the four forces shaping your futureImprove the quality of your conversations and relationshipsCreate an environment that supports growthRaise your standards and eliminate excusesUse mentorship and proximity to accelerate successWhat You'll Learn in This Episode:(03:00) The four invisible forces shaping your future(04:00) Why your conversations influence your beliefs and actions(06:30) How relationships can compress time and accelerate growth(08:30) Why environment is often stronger than willpower(11:20) The difference between goals and standards(13:00) Four questions to evaluate your current trajectory(14:00) How proximity to mentors, leaders, and positive influences can change your lifeWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs looking to grow personally and professionallyBusiness owners who want better resultsLeaders seeking greater influence and impactAnyone who wants to intentionally shape their futureWhy You Should Listen:Most people focus on improving their skills, setting bigger goals, or finding better opportunities. But lasting transformation often comes from changing what you're exposed to every day.In this episode, Cody shares a practical framework for evaluating your conversations, relationships, environment, and standards so you can intentionally create a life that supports growth, leadership, and long-term success.If you're ready to stop drifting and start designing your future, this episode provides a powerful roadmap.Your future is shaped by what you stay close to.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the biggest difference between average and elite performers had nothing to do with talent, intelligence, or opportunity?Most people think successful people are more motivated. The truth is, they’re not. Elite performers have bad days too. They get tired. They lose motivation. They wake up not feeling like doing the work. The difference is simple: they do it anyway.In this episode, Cody Hofhine shares a powerful lesson on what separates people who achieve extraordinary results from those who stay stuck. Drawing from his own experience, Cody explains why growth happens on the days you don’t feel like showing up, and how the small decision to keep moving forward can completely change your identity, confidence, and future.You’ll Learn How To:Keep moving forward even when motivation disappearsBuild discipline without relying on willpowerTrain your mind to stop negotiating with comfortCreate momentum through small, consistent actionsDevelop the identity of someone who follows throughWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why success is built on hard days, not easy ones(01:00) The workout and podcast Cody almost skipped(02:00) The real separator between average and elite performers(03:00) What Cody learned from spending time with Bedros Keuilian(04:00) Why your brain constantly pushes you toward comfort(05:00) How discipline is built when your feelings say no(06:00) Why showing up matters more than performing perfectly(07:00) The connection between identity, growth, and success(08:00) Cody’s challenge to help you build momentum todayWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who struggle with consistencyBusiness owners who rely too much on motivationPeople who know what they should do but keep putting it offHigh achievers looking to build stronger disciplineAnyone ready to stop negotiating with themselvesWhy You Should Listen:The future you want won’t be built on the days you feel inspired. It will be built on the days you feel like quitting but choose to move forward anyway. This episode is a simple but powerful reminder that success isn’t about being perfect, it’s about continuing to show up when it matters most.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

Everyone talks about the rewards of success. Almost nobody talks about the part that comes before it.The doubt. The waiting. The pressure. The moments where nothing seems to be working, and quitting starts to feel reasonable.In this episode, Cody Hofhine dives into the hardest phase of every meaningful journey, the invisible stretch between starting and finally seeing results. The part most people never survive. Cody shares why success is usually built in seasons that feel slow, frustrating, and uncertain, and how learning to stay committed during those moments changes everything.If you’ve ever felt tired, discouraged, or tempted to give up because progress feels slower than expected, this episode will remind you that the struggle doesn’t mean you’re failing. It often means you’re closer than you think.You’ll Learn How To:Keep showing up even when results feel invisibleHandle the emotional weight of delayed successBuild resilience during frustrating seasonsRecognize when growth is happening beneath the surfaceStay focused instead of quitting too earlyWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why the hardest part of success is the part nobody sees(03:10) The emotional weight of waiting for results(06:25) Why most people quit during slow seasons(10:05) How discouragement quietly kills momentum(13:40) The mindset shift that helps you stay committed(17:15) Why consistency matters more than motivation(21:00) What resilience actually looks like in real life(25:10) How breakthroughs are usually built in silence(28:20) The encouragement you need to keep goingWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs navigating slow seasonsPeople working toward goals that feel far awayAnyone feeling discouraged by lack of immediate resultsHigh achievers learning how to stay consistent under pressurePeople who need encouragement to keep goingWhy You Should Listen:The hardest part of success usually isn’t starting. It’s surviving the stretch where nothing seems to be happening yet. This episode will help you push through the discouragement, trust the process, and keep moving long enough to finally see the breakthrough you’ve been working for.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/