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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...

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/

What happens when you finally reach the level of success you always dreamed about, and still feel completely lost?In this episode, Cody Hofhine opens up about one of the hardest seasons of his life after selling a multi-million dollar business in 2020. From speaking on stages and seeing his face on the NASDAQ building to suddenly feeling empty, unmotivated, and disconnected from who he really was, Cody shares the identity crisis nobody talks about after success.This conversation is raw, honest, and deeply relatable for entrepreneurs, business owners, and high achievers who feel stuck in the pressure of always doing more. Cody breaks down the mindset shifts that helped him rebuild his identity, reconnect with his family, and completely change the way he approaches work, success, and life.If you’ve ever tied your worth to your results, your income, or your business, this episode will hit home.You’ll Learn How To:Stop tying your identity to money, status, or achievementBuild a life that feels successful outside of businessCreate core values that keep you grounded during hard seasonsWork with more focus while creating more freedom at homeBreak unhealthy work patterns and build better daily habitsBecome more present with your spouse, kids, and relationshipsWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) The hidden cost of building a successful business(02:00) How Cody lost himself after selling his company(05:00) The identity crisis high achievers rarely talk about(07:00) Why core values changed the way Cody measures success(10:00) The lesson that completely changed his approach to work(12:00) How the “4-hour workday” helped him rebuild his life(16:00) The truth about habits, burnout, and rewiring your brain(18:00) Why becoming better matters more than working longerWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who feel burned out even after achieving successBusiness owners struggling to balance work and family lifeHigh achievers who secretly feel lost, stuck, or disconnectedAnyone tired of measuring their worth by productivity alonePeople who want more freedom, fulfillment, and purpose in lifeWhy You Should Listen:A lot of people spend years chasing success only to realize they lost themselves along the way. This episode is a reminder that your identity is bigger than your business, your income, or your accomplishments. Cody shares practical lessons that can help you build success without sacrificing your peace, your relationships, or yourself in the process.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if one of the fastest ways to build real wealth wasn’t starting another business but strategically using the home you already live in?In this episode, Cody Hoffine breaks down the exact real estate strategy that helped him and his wife build millions in net worth over the last two decades. From buying their very first starter home in 2005 to building multi-million-dollar dream homes, Cody explains how repeatedly leveraging primary home ownership, appreciation, sweat equity, and tax advantages created life-changing wealth.This episode isn’t just about real estate investing, it’s about thinking differently, getting comfortable with discomfort, and using intentional decisions to create long-term financial freedom.Cody shares the lessons learned from moving every few years, rolling equity forward tax-free, building during uncertain markets, and why growth often happens on the other side of comfort.You’ll Learn How To:Use primary home ownership to build long-term wealthLeverage tax advantages through the 2-year capital gains ruleBuild equity faster through strategic upgrades and sweat equityUse appreciation and forced growth to accelerate net worthCreate financial momentum by rolling equity into future homesRecognize how environment and neighborhoods influence growthThink differently about comfort, risk, and wealth buildingBuild generational wealth without relying solely on the stock marketWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) How one simple strategy added over $8M to Cody’s net worth(01:29) Why this wealth-building strategy works for everyday homeowners(03:20) Buying Cody and Wendy’s first home in 2005(04:25) Turning a starter home into $65K of equity(05:21) Understanding the tax-free capital gains advantage on primary home(06:00) Building a second home during the 2008 recessio(07:48) The power of rolling equity forward into future homes(08:57) Why upgrading neighborhoods accelerated wealth growth(10:00) The emotional challenge of moving and leaving relationships behind(11:09) How bigger mortgages created forced personal growth(11:30) Turning a $325K home into a $630K sale(12:18) Building a $1.3M dream home and scaling wealth faster(13:41) How the $500K tax-free rule works for married homeowners(14:01) Turning one home into a $1M gain in just a few years(15:20) Why Cody believes real estate outperforms traditional investing(16:06) Building a $2.3M home that appraised for $3.3M(17:03) Becoming debt-free through strategic home ownership(17:45) The vision behind Cody’s next custom-built home(18:23) Why discomfort is often the gateway to financial freedomWho This Episode Is For:Homeowners who want to build long-term wealth strategicallyEntrepreneurs looking for practical ways to increase net worthFamilies interested in using real estate to create financial freedomReal estate investors seeking simple but powerful wealth strategiesAnyone ready to think differently about money, comfort, and growthWhy You Should Listen:Most people think wealth is only built through massive business exits, risky investments, or high incomes. Sometimes the biggest financial breakthroughs come from ordinary decisions repeated consistently over time. If you’ve ever wondered how to use real estate more strategically, this episode gives you a simple framework that could completely change the way you think about wealth building.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the reason your business feels inconsistent has nothing to do with your work ethic, and everything to do with how you’re marketing? Through real stories, simple strategies, and practical examples from his own business, Cody explains how to create consistent lead flow, avoid dry seasons, and build a business that doesn’t depend on one source to survive. He also reveals the three marketing channels that bring in the biggest return for his company right now and how you can start using them in your own business.In this episode, Cody Hofhine breaks down one of the biggest mistakes entrepreneurs make when trying to grow their business: relying on just one marketing channel. Cody shares why so many business owners feel stuck at the same income level, constantly riding the rollercoaster of “good months” and “bad months,” and how using multiple marketing strategies can completely change the game.You’ll Learn How To:Create more consistent leads and revenue in your businessStop depending on one marketing strategy to surviveUse multiple marketing channels to avoid slow seasonsBuild relationships that lead to profitable partnershipsStay patient long enough for your marketing to actually workWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) The biggest marketing mistake hurting most businesses(02:00) Why relying on one channel creates income rollercoasters(04:00) The real reason different marketing works on different people(05:00) The $75,000 deal that came from one phone call(07:00) Why simple direct mail still works today(09:00) The digital marketing strategy bringing in millions(10:00) How partnerships and relationships can create more deals(12:00) Why smart investors are preparing for a market shift(14:00) The biggest mistake people make when testing marketingWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who feel stuck at the same revenue levelBusiness owners tired of inconsistent leads and incomeReal estate investors looking to grow their deal flowAnyone who wants smarter, more predictable marketing resultsPeople ready to stop guessing and start scalingWhy You Should Listen:Most businesses don’t struggle because they lack opportunity. They struggle because they rely too heavily on one way of getting customers. This episode will help you think differently about marketing, build more stability into your business, and create a strategy that keeps working even when one channel slows down.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the reason most entrepreneurs stay stuck isn’t because they lack motivation but because they’re spending their time on the wrong activities?In this episode, Cody Hoffine breaks down the exact mindset, habits, and leadership principles that help entrepreneurs stop spinning their wheels and start building real momentum. From eliminating busy work to focusing on true income-producing actions, Cody shares how successful business owners create clarity, confidence, and consistent results.Drawing from his personal journey from financial hardship to building multiple 7-figure businesses, Cody reveals how personal development, disciplined habits, and strategic partnerships are the real keys to scaling a business and creating lasting freedom.You’ll Learn How To: • Take control of your daily priorities and focus on what actually drives results • Build confidence through consistent habits and personal commitments • Eliminate “busy work” and prioritize true income-generating activities • Break through business plateaus with personal development • Choose strategic business partnerships and avoid costly mistakes • Develop stronger communication and leadership skills • Build wealth through stewardship, assets, and disciplined investing • Create success while protecting family values and time freedomWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why true financial success comes from stewardship, assets, and discipline(03:00) Cody’s servant leadership philosophy and building impactful businesses(06:00) How to evaluate business partnerships like long-term relationships(10:00) The power of crucial conversations and clear communication(12:00) Why personal development determines your income ceiling(13:00) Cody’s breakthrough moment: financial struggle, desperation, and first success(15:00) Why chasing money alone creates business plateaus(16:00) Solopreneur traps: scaling for time freedom, not just income(18:00) The two traits of successful entrepreneurs: humility and hunger(20:00) Why systems and software won’t solve personal limitations(22:00) How limiting beliefs and childhood conditioning impact business growth(23:00) Practical strategies for breaking through plateaus(25:00) Parenting, confidence, and teaching problem-solving early(27:00) How daily habits build true confidence(28:00) Busy vs productive: knowing what actually moves the needleWho This Episode Is For: • Entrepreneurs who feel stuck or unclear on what actions truly matter • Business owners struggling with consistency, focus, or scaling • Real estate investors working toward their first or next breakthrough • Solopreneurs seeking more structure, leadership, and freedom • Anyone ready to stop overthinking and start executing with purposeWhy You Should Listen:Most entrepreneurs don’t fail because they aren’t working hard enough, they fail because they’re focused on the wrong things.This episode gives you a practical framework for understanding what actions actually matter, how to build confidence through discipline, and how to create momentum through consistent execution.If you want greater clarity, stronger habits, and better business results, this conversation provides the roadmap.Success is built one intentional day at a time.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the reason you feel stuck in your business isn’t because you’re not working hard enough but because you’re focusing on the wrong things?In this episode, Cody Hoffine sits down to break down what actually holds entrepreneurs back and how to finally break through. From taking imperfect action to eliminating excuses and focusing on what truly moves the needle, this conversation is packed with real, practical insights.Drawing from years of experience building multiple 7-figure businesses and coaching thousands of students, Cody shares the exact mindset shifts and strategies that separate those who stay stuck from those who create momentum and results.You’ll Learn How To:Take imperfect action and stop waiting for the “perfect plan”Build momentum through small, consistent winsEliminate excuses and develop a winning mindsetUse partnerships strategically to accelerate your successStay focused on high-value activities that actually produce resultsAvoid ego-driven decisions that hold back long-term growthWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Ego vs confidence and why it matters in business(02:00) Cody’s first deal: $24K in 39 days (and what it changed)(03:30) Pain vs pleasure: what really drives action(07:00) Why partnering early can fast-track your success(09:00) How to protect yourself in business partnerships(12:30) The biggest mistake beginners make (overthinking vs action)(14:00) Why imperfect action beats perfect planning every time(17:00) The danger of too much information (and how to stay focused)(19:00) Building a business around values not just money(21:00) Why success isn’t measured by cars, houses, or status(24:00) The real cost of getting deals in today’s market(25:00) How excuses are keeping you stuck (and how to eliminate them)(27:00) Why consistency and marketing diversification matterWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who feel stuck and aren’t seeing resultsReal estate investors trying to land their first dealBusiness owners struggling with consistency and focusAnyone who wants to build stronger habits and a winning mindsetWhy You Should Listen:Success in business isn’t about doing more, it's about doing the right things consistently. Most people stay stuck because they overthink, hesitate, and let excuses take over.This episode gives you a simple but powerful shift: take action, stack wins, and stay consistent. When you focus on what actually matters, everything changes.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the reason you’re struggling in life and business isn’t because you’re not working hard enough, but because you’re focusing on the wrong habits as a leader? From building daily discipline to mastering your mindset, Cody breaks down the key principles that separate those who stay stuck from those who consistently grow.In this episode, Cody Hofhine shares a powerful leadership framework built around what he calls the “4 R’s of Leadership.” Drawing from over 15 years of experience, he explains how these principles have helped him succeed in business, relationships, and personal growth and how you can apply them to your own life starting today.You’ll Learn How To:Build strong leadership habits that create long-term successStay focused on high-value opportunities and avoid distractionsDevelop consistency through simple daily actionsStrengthen your mindset to handle challenges and uncertaintyUse gratitude to shift your perspective and reduce fearWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why gratitude is the foundation of strong leadership(01:30) How leadership habits impact your success in life and business(02:15) Why “readers are leaders” and how learning gives you an edge(04:30) The importance of saying no to distractions and low-value opportunities(07:00) How reinforcing others builds stronger teams and relationships(09:30) Why consistency and repetition create mastery(12:30) How challenges are actually opportunities for growth(13:30) The power of gratitude in overcoming fear and uncertaintyWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who want to improve their leadership and resultsBusiness owners struggling with consistency and focusIndividuals looking to develop better habits and mindsetAnyone who wants to grow personally and professionallyWhy You Should Listen:Success isn’t just about working harder it’s about becoming a better leader. The habits you build, the choices you make, and the mindset you develop all play a major role in the results you create. This episode gives you a simple but powerful framework to help you level up in both life and business.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the reason you feel stuck has nothing to do with how hard you’re working? Most people aren’t lazy. They’re not lacking motivation. They’re just unclear. And that lack of clarity is exactly what keeps them spinning their wheels, staying busy but never actually moving forward.In this episode, Cody Hofhine breaks down a simple but powerful framework called GAP that will show you exactly why you feel stuck and, more importantly, how to fix it fast. He explains why success isn’t about doing more, it’s about becoming more, and how identifying the gap between where you are and where you want to be changes everything.You’ll Learn How To:Get crystal clear on what you actually want instead of vague goalsIdentify the real reason you’re stuck in your business or lifeShift from focusing on outcomes to focusing on standardsBuild the habits and mindset needed to reach your next levelCreate a clear, daily path that makes success predictableWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:(00:00) Why working harder isn’t the answer to feeling stuck(01:00) The real problem most entrepreneurs are facing(02:00) Why vague goals lead to vague results(03:00) How to clearly define the gap between where you are and where you want to be(04:00) The importance of awareness and honest self-reflection(05:30) Why success is about becoming, not just achieving(07:00) How to raise your standards to match your goals(09:00) Turning your standards into a daily path forward(10:00) Why focusing on who you’re becoming changes everythingWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs who feel busy but not productiveBusiness owners stuck at the same level and unsure whyHigh achievers who know they’re capable of moreAnyone who wants clarity on what it actually takes to growPeople ready to stop spinning their wheels and start making real progressWhy You Should Listen:If you feel stuck, it’s not because you’re not working hard enough. It’s because you don’t have a clear path. This episode gives you a simple framework to define where you are, where you want to go, and who you need to become to get there. Once you see the gap clearly, the next steps become obvious, and progress finally starts to happen.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the reason your business feels stuck isn’t your strategy, your marketing, or your tools, but how you show up every day? A lot of entrepreneurs keep looking for the next thing to fix their growth. But most of the time, the issue is not what they’re doing, it’s who they’re being.In this episode, Cody breaks down three simple traits that drive real results in business. He shares his CAR framework and explains how consistency, ambition, and relentlessness shape long-term success. He also shows why these matter more than any strategy you can buy.You’ll Learn How To:Build habits that actually move your business forwardStay consistent without relying on motivationGet clear on what you really want and why it mattersRemove excuses and take control of your resultsWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:[00:00] Why you don’t need another strategy to grow[01:00] The CAR framework and how it works[03:00] Why consistency is about the right habits, not intensity[05:00] What ambition really means and why motivation fades[07:00] How your goals affect your drive and focus[09:30] Why “if” and “when” hold people back[11:00] How “until” helps you stay committed and keep goingWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs always looking for the next strategyBusiness owners struggling to stay consistentLeaders who feel stuck even though they are working hardAnyone who wants steady progress without overcomplicating thingsWhy You Should Listen:Most people think growth comes from better strategies or timing. In reality, it comes from habits, clarity, and persistence. This episode will help you focus on what actually drives results so you can move forward faster.Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/

What if the real thing slowing your growth isn’t your strategy, your marketing, or your resources, but your pride? Most entrepreneurs think success comes from proving themselves. Working harder. Figuring everything out alone. But the truth is, the people who grow the fastest aren’t the ones trying to look the smartest in the room, they’re the ones humble enough to keep learning.In this episode, Cody breaks down one of the most overlooked barriers to growth: pride. He shares a powerful framework that reveals how ego quietly creeps into your decisions, your leadership, and even your relationships. More importantly, he shows how humility becomes the shortcut to real progress.You’ll Learn How To:Recognize when pride is slowing down your growthUnderstand what humility actually means in leadershipIdentify the three pride traps that hold entrepreneurs backAsk for help without feeling weak or inexperiencedAccelerate your progress by staying coachable and teachableWhat You’ll Learn in This Episode:[00:00] Why fear of looking foolish holds more people back than failure[03:00] What humility actually means (and what it doesn’t)[05:00] Pride Trap #1: Trying to figure everything out alone[06:30] Pride Trap #2: The fear of looking stupid[08:30] Pride Trap #3: Wanting to keep 100% instead of partnering[10:00] How humility accelerates growth in business and leadershipWho This Episode Is For:Entrepreneurs trying to figure everything out on their ownLeaders who feel the pressure to always have the answersBusiness owners stuck in a season of slow progressAnyone who wants to grow faster by improving their mindsetWhy You Should Listen:Every entrepreneur hits moments where progress stalls. Most people blame the market, their strategy, or their team. But often the real issue is pride quietly keeping them from learning, asking for help, or partnering with the right people. This episode will help you recognize those moments and shift your mindset so growth can start moving again.Follow Rich Lennon here:Website: https://richlennon.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rich.lennon.121Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richlennon92/Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:Website: https://codyhofhine.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/