Everyone thinks that once you hit seven figures, life suddenly gets easier. More freedom, joy and purpose. But here’s the truth: making your first million doesn’t fix everything. If anything, it just magnifies who you already are.

In this episode, Cody Hine opens up about the lessons he wishes he knew before ever making his first million. From faith to parenting to business, Cody shares why rules aren’t restrictions, they’re tools. You’ll hear stories, scripture, and real-life business examples that prove success is less about chasing wealth and more about becoming the kind of person who can handle it. 

This isn’t about chasing money. It’s about becoming the kind of person who can handle it and actually enjoy it.

You’ll Learn How To:

• How to flip the script and see “rules” as growth tools, not restrictions
• The simple 1% daily habits that change everything over time
• Why leadership at home is the foundation for leadership in business
• The difference between capacity, time and why one grows your income while the other keeps you stuck
• A fresh way to define success: not by what you earn, but by who you’re becoming

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) The one question Cody asks daily to grow 1%

(01:00) Why “rules” aren’t restrictions, but divine tools

(02:00) Lessons from scripture, parenting, and business

(06:00) Parenting without a manual and why every child needs their own

(08:00) Why business rewards transformation, not time

(10:00) The British cycling story and the power of 1% improvements

(13:00) Why greater capacity creates greater access, to wealth, freedom, and joy

(15:00) The connection between inheritance, growth, and stewardship

(16:00) Two questions to ask yourself to keep becoming daily

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs chasing big financial goals but still feeling stuck or unfulfilled
• Parents trying to balance family, faith, and business without burning out
• Leaders who want more impact, not just more income
• Anyone who’s realized success isn’t just about the money, it’s about who you are while building it

Why You Should Listen:

Making money is one thing. Becoming the person who can steward it, enjoy it, and multiply it is another. This episode will reframe how you think about rules, growth, and success so you can build wealth and meaning, in business, in family, and in faith.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

Have you ever worked harder than ever, only to feel like nothing is moving forward? The hours pile up, the grind never stops, but your growth stalls and your income stays the same. It’s frustrating. It’s exhausting. And it makes you wonder if you’ve already hit your ceiling.

In this episode, Cody shares why the painful plateau isn’t a dead end, but a signal. He breaks down the two levers you need to pull to get unstuck, create momentum again, and finally build a business that grows without burning you out. 

If you’re tired of pushing with no progress, this conversation will show you how to rise higher and move forward with clarity.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Identify the specific skill gaps holding you back
• Use reflection to create better awareness, better choices, and better results
• Build leadership and delegation skills so you can multiply yourself
• Reframe limiting beliefs that are quietly sabotaging your growth
• Create a daily growth plan that moves you past your plateau in 90 days

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why the plateau you’re facing is actually a good thing

(01:00) The two levers that get you unstuck: skillset and beliefs

(03:00) How to reflect and diagnose the real constraint in your business

(06:00) The most common missing skill holding entrepreneurs back

(08:00) The 100-hour rule and how 18 minutes a day can transform your results

(09:00) Why leadership and delegation are the keys to scaling

(10:00) How to identify and reframe limiting beliefs that hold you back

(14:00) Why plateaus are actually blessings that show you what to work on next

(15:00) The most important investment you can make before you invest anywhere else

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs and business owners who feel stuck and frustrated with stalled growth
• Solopreneurs wearing all the hats and struggling to scale
• High achievers who are tired of working harder without seeing better results

Why You Should Listen:

Plateaus aren’t proof that you’ve failed. They’re proof that you’re ready for your next level. This episode will help you see your ceiling not as a wall, but as a roadmap to the growth you’ve been chasing. You’ll walk away with practical steps to build new skills, shift your mindset, and create the freedom, income, and impact you’ve been working so hard for.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

If your beliefs are small, your life will be too. The top 5% don’t get there by chance, they get there by seeing the world differently. In this episode, Cody pulls back the curtain on the 8 core beliefs that high performers live and die by. These aren't motivational quotes, they’re hard-won truths that shape how the best think, decide, and act when the stakes are high.

From Kobe Bryant’s obsession with mastering the basics to Edison’s relentless belief in a future no one else could see, Cody unpacks each principle with real-world stories and takeaways you can apply today. Whether you’re building a business, leading a family, or just trying to break through your own limits, this episode gives you the mindset shifts to think bigger and level up every part of your life.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Build unstoppable momentum with small, consistent daily actions
• Replace waiting for perfect with messy, bold action that gets results
• Tie your relentlessness to a purpose so you never burn out
• Embrace your quirks and uniqueness as your true edge in business and life
• Unlock more wealth, love, and opportunity by giving first

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

 (01:03) Why action shifts your mindset faster than waiting for the right time

 (03:00) The 100-hour rule that puts you ahead of 95% of the world

 (05:12) Thomas Edison’s story and why genius is a lifestyle, not genetics

 (07:01) Why imperfect action beats perfect planning every time

 (09:00) How stacking small wins creates massive results

 (11:00) Purpose + relentlessness = unstoppable

 (13:45) The law of the harvest: why giving multiplies your return

 (15:50) Why your strangeness is actually your greatness

 (19:30) Authentic service as the key to lasting prosperity

Who This Episode is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel stuck and want to break through to their next level
• Anyone tired of waiting for perfect timing and ready to take real action
• Leaders who want to inspire their team or family with purpose-driven habits
• Dreamers who need a practical roadmap to turn belief into results

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever felt like success is reserved for the lucky or the naturally gifted, this episode will prove otherwise. Cody shares stories, principles, and action steps that show how belief—paired with consistent action—creates unstoppable momentum. These aren’t theories; they’re the same beliefs that fueled legends and can transform your own path starting today.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

If you stay unfamiliar with your dreams, you’ll never live them. Dreams aren’t just nice words written down; they are fuel that pushes you to grow, to see bigger, and to live bigger.

In this episode, Cody shares the raw story of how he and his wife went from broke and struggling to building the life they once only imagined. It all started with one decision: to dream without limits. From walking through model homes to test-driving cars, to giving away money when it hurt most, Cody explains how “touching your dreams” opened doors that changed everything.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Shift from scarcity to abundance, even when money is tight
• Use the “touch your dreams” principle to reprogram your mind for success
• Take small, practical steps that move you closer to your goals today
• Lead your family with vision, faith, and courage

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(01:06) Dreams aren’t just ideas on paper; they are fuel

(02:33) Dreams are the what, clarity is the how

(03:00) Cody’s real story of starting broke and how a $500 decision changed everything

(06:03) Dreaming, winning, and committing to the process

(10:41) The “law of the harvest” moment that proved generosity comes back multiplied

(11:11) What the “touch your dreams” principle really means

(14:39) How your subconscious works to bring opportunities into focus

(17:06) Why getting familiar with your dreams trains your subconscious to find them

(18:26) The action step you can take today to make your dreams real

Who This Episode is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel stuck financially but know they’re meant for more
• Parents and leaders who want to inspire their families through action
• Anyone struggling with a scarcity mindset who wants to shift into abundance
• People looking for encouragement that breakthroughs often start in the hardest seasons

Why You Should Listen:

If you are in a season where money feels tight and the future feels far away, this episode will give you hope and direction. Cody shares real stories and practical steps that prove you don’t need wealth to start building the life you want; you just need vision and action. 

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

There is a saying, “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” It is not just a motivational quote; it’s math. Your mindset, income, habits, and even your happiness are being shaped daily by the people closest to you. 

In this episode, Cody walks you through a simple five-step process to audit your inner circle. You will discover how to identify who is lifting you higher, who’s holding you back, and how to create the kind of relationships that reflect your future, not your past. Listen and enjoy!

You'll Learn How To:

• Identify people who are influencing you and are truly helping you
• Upgrade your inner circle without guilt, drama, or burning bridges
• Use the R.I.S.E. filter (Reflective, Inspiring, Supportive, Evolving) to evaluate relationships
• Spot red flags in toxic relationships that hold you back
• Set healthy boundaries and replace draining connections with growth-driven ones

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

(00:45) Your mindset, income, habits, and happiness are shaped daily by your inner circle

(01:50) The five-step process to audit your inner circle

(01:55) Step 1: List your core relationships (family, friends, mentors, coworkers)

(03:07) The R.I.S.E. filter: Reflective, Inspiring, Supportive, Evolving

(03:42) Reflective: Do the people you hang out with think deeply?

(04:38) Why reflection is the key to true wisdom

(05:20) Inspiring vs. draining relationships

(05:40) Supportive: Do they root for you and your success even if it doesn't benefit them?

(06:11) The “blue crab” analogy of people who pull you back down

(06:40) Evolving: Are they actively evolving, too?

(07:56) Red flags that reveal limiting relationships

(09:15) Feeling drained or small? That’s a signal

(10:03) How dream-killers disguise themselves as advice

(10:36) More red flags: One-sided relationship and victim mindset

(12:12) Step 4: The freedom question that creates clarity

(13:02) How limiting time with others can help them too

(13:35) Step 5: Baby steps—how to shift without ghosting

(14:09) The importance of boundaries and crucial conversations

(14:31) Replacing toxic time with books, podcasts, masterminds, and growth groups

(15:35) Why your future depends on upgrading your circle

Who This Episode is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel their circle is holding them back
• Leaders who want to surround themselves with growth-driven peers
• High achievers looking for accountability and inspiration
• Anyone ready to replace toxic relationships with empowering ones

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever felt drained, stuck, or uninspired after spending time with certain people, this episode will give you the clarity and tools to upgrade your circle without guilt, drama, or burning bridges.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

Too many business owners hire based on skills and experience, then wonder why their “perfect” hire falls apart just weeks later. The truth? Most interviews fail because candidates sell a version of themselves they can’t sustain. That’s not entirely their fault; it is on us as leaders to hire differently.

In this episode, Cody shares the hard lessons he learned from relying too much on resumes and traditional interviews. He walks you through his exact core-values-based hiring process, a system that identifies, filters, and retains rock-star team members. Stop hiring on potential alone. Start hiring with purpose.

You'll Learn How To:

• Use a core-values-first hiring strategy to avoid costly mistakes
• Define your core values so they guide every decision
• Ask values-based questions that reveal true character
• Spot candidates who are naturally aligned with your culture

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

(0:45) Why most interviews fail to predict performance

(2:04) How to define your own core values

(3:13) Cody’s four core values: Humble, Honest, Heart for Others, Hunger

(3:52) How to use these core values in the hiring process

(4:38) The danger of asking the wrong interview questions

(5:33) The “values-based question” that changes everything

(6:17) The two interview questions that reveal more than a resume

(6:59) Asking for three names that inspire, motivate, and help them

(7:21) Digging into the three characteristics they admire most

(9:25) How “like attracts like” when hiring

(10:54) The power of aligning candidate traits with your values

(11:52) Why skills can be taught, but values can’t

(13:28) Why values can’t just be words on a wall

(14:32) Never hire again without knowing your core values

Who This Episode is For:

• Entrepreneurs who are tired of expensive hiring mistakes
• Business owners who are looking for loyal, high-performing team members
• Leaders building teams that last
• Anyone who wants to hire for heart, not just skill

Why You Should Listen:

If you are tired of hiring people who look great on paper but don’t fit your culture, or you are ready to build a team that truly runs on trust, hunger, and alignment, this episode will change the way you interview forever.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

Bonus Resources: 

• Get Cody’s free Core Values Worksheet at codyhofhine.com or DM the word “Values” on his social media accounts.

Also, check out his special episode: “How to Lead and Guide Your Team Using Core Values” for deeper insights into building a values-driven culture.

Most people say they want more, but they never get clear on what they want, when they want it, or what they are willing to give up to get it.

In this episode, Cody walks you through three simple but powerful questions that give you real clarity. Whether you’re running a business, leading a team, or just trying to become the best version of yourself, these questions are your starting point.

It is not about doing more. It is about doing what matters. Listen and enjoy!

You'll Learn How To:

• Stop spinning your wheels and start creating traction
• Move your business forward using the three game-changing questions
• Get clear not only on your vision, but your clarity
• Set timelines that create real urgency and momentum
• Eliminate distractions and align your calendar with your purpose

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

00:38 - Vision isn't your problem; it's your clarity missing

01:15 - Get clear on your clarity

02:17 - The certainty of intent

02:41 - Question #1: What do you want out of life?

03:38 – Dreaming big: your 10.0 life in marriage, business, health, and legacy

05:03 – Getting honest about limiting beliefs

06:41 - Question #2: When do you want it by?

08:39 - Setting goals that feel impossible and why that’s the point

09:43 - How “impossible” goals unlock creative strategy

10:30 - Question #3: What are you willing to eliminate?

10:56 - Weed the garden: subtraction creates space for growth

12:30 - The “Good, Better, Best” filter for your calendar

14:57 – Close the gap between inspiration and action

Who This Episode is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel stuck despite big dreams
• Leaders who want to lead with more clarity in their goals
• Business leaders who are ready to build powerful habits that create real results
• Anyone who wants to finally live and lead on purpose

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever felt stuck even though you’ve got a big vision, this episode is the reset you need. Cody will help you identify what is missing from your roadmap and show you how to bring urgency, focus, and execution into your day-to-day.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

Vulnerability is the deepest form of connection. Most people don’t know how to correct someone without crushing them. Whether it is your team or your kids, giving feedback usually feels like walking on eggshells, or it blows up and damages trust.

In this episode of The Cody Hofhine Show, Cody breaks down the exact 4-step framework he uses to lead tough conversations with clarity, care, and impact. It is called the L.E.A.D. method, a simple but powerful approach that anchors every correction in your core values.

You will hear real-life stories, parenting moments, and leadership lessons you can apply immediately! This is a must-listen episode for you. Enjoy the show!

You'll Learn How To:

• Give feedback that lands and lifts
• Establish your core values that everyone in the team can share
• Use your values as the foundation for every leadership conversation
• Be vulnerable as a leader without losing respect
• Shift from controlling people to creating a consistent culture

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

01:20 – Why most people don't know how to correct someone without crushing them

01:42 -  Why every correction starts with values

02:23 - Why does value-based leadership work?

03:24 - What the L.E.A.D. framework stands for

03:26 - L: List the value that wasn’t upheld

04:51 - E: Example from your own life where you fell short too

07:40 – A: Awareness—share the lesson you learned

08:21 – D: Discover. Give them time to discover how they can show up better next time

09:41 – How to praise in public the right way

10:25 - Think of someone in your team who needs correction right now

10:56 – “Values shape culture, but courage reinforces them”

Who This Episode is For:

• Leaders who struggle with giving feedback and correction
• Parents who want to correct their kids with connection, not criticism
• Team leaders who want to establish core values that their team can follow
• Anyone building a values-driven culture at home or work

Why You Should Listen:

If you've ever avoided feedback out of fear it would hurt the relationship, or said something you wish you could take back, this episode will help. Cody gives you a clear and compassionate roadmap to lead with values and build trust even when the conversation gets uncomfortable.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

With the right team, you can achieve any dream you have. If you continue to hire C players, it may be time to take a closer look in the mirror.

In this episode of The Cody Hofhine Show, Cody shares the hard truth about leadership and why your team is often a reflection of who you are as a leader. A-players don’t work for average leaders, and if you want to build a business that actually scales, you’ve got to become someone worth following.

Cody walks you through the exact mindset shifts, habits, and personal work that helped him attract top talent, retain high-level performers, and create a culture that people don’t want to leave. Listen and enjoy!

You'll Learn How To:

• Become the kind of leader who naturally pulls in high-caliber talent, not by begging and luck
• Break free from victim thinking and start leading with ownership
• Quit chasing external strategy and focus on personal development
• Manage people with emotional intelligence and maturity
• Close the “integrity gap” between who you are and who you show online
• Make bold decisions and be accountable for the outcome

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

01:41 - Where are all the good people?

02:12 - How do I get the right team around me? Don't look for them, attract them

03:12 – Darren Hardy’s “wife list” and the power of becoming worthy

05:20 - "A players" are drawn to "A leaders"

05:42 - Leadership is about internal mastery, not external tactics

06:28 – Five core traits that real leaders develop

06:46 - A great leader is a vision-driven

08:01 – Emotional intelligence vs Seagull management

09:30 - A great leader has integrity and character

10:12 – Why decisiveness and accountability must go together

11:03 – You don’t build followers, you build leaders

12:22 – Jim Rohn on income and personal development

13:43 - Closing the gap between your real and “online” self

17:48 - How to define culture before you hire

18:53 – Why culture is non-negotiable in the hiring process

20:18 – How to screen for top-tier talent

22:51 - The mirror never lies, your team reflects your leadership

24:02 – Show up, get visible, and start doing the reps

Who This Episode is For:

• Business owners who are frustrated with low-performing teams
• Leaders who want to attract and keep top talent
• Entrepreneurs who are ready to take full ownership
• Anyone who wants to be the kind of leader people choose to follow

Why You Should Listen:

If you are tired of team members underperforming, constantly hiring and rehiring, or feeling like no one “gets it,” this episode is for you! Cody lays down what separates real leaders from bosses, and how you can build a team of loyal A-players by first leveling up yourself.

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/ 

Most people think that sales is about having a perfect script or flawless close. The truth is, sales have less to do with persuasion; it is through connection.

In this episode, Cody shares a powerful perspective shift that could change the way you approach sales forever. From a Delta pilot who never sold a thing but made him a loyal customer for life, to a $30K real estate deal won on connection alone, this is the episode that brings the human side of sales back!

You'll Learn How To:

• Create a sincere human connection to your sales advantage
• Stop chasing scripts and start building trust
• Reshape how you approach sales
• Lead conversations that open relationships, not just close deals
• Use the Platinum Rule to understand what your buyers need

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

01:21 - Sales isn’t about scripts, it’s about connection

01:54 - One truth that reshaped Cody's way of approaching sales

02:48 - The Delta pilot who won Cody over forever

04:25 – Recognizing your team builds brand loyalty

06:04 – What handwritten notes can do for your business

07:24 - Deep heartfelt connection beats perfect sales pitch

08:28 – Why Cody pays more to fly with Delta

09:40 – Cody's core value in life and business: The heart-first approach

10:39 – The Platinum Rule: treat others the way they want to be treated

11:20 – How one $30K deal was won with zero negotiation tricks

13:30 – Forget the script, ask better questions

13:48 - Sales isn't about closing, it's about opening relationships

Who This Episode is For:

• People leading a team who want to lead from the heart
• Business owners who want to build a real connection with people and not just stick to scripts
• Entrepreneurs who are tired of relying on gimmicks and closing hacks
• Anyone who wants to sell with heart and not hype

Why You Should Listen:

If your offers are getting ignored, or you are wondering why prospects keep ghosting you even though your prices, pitch, and product are solid, this is your wake-up call. Cody shares a strategy that beats perfect pitches, gimmicks, and other hype… just a sincere and heartful human connection. This is sales redefined, with heart. Listen and enjoy!

Follow Cody Hofhine for tools, resources, and support on your journey:

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/codyhofhine/