What if the reason you haven’t hit your first million has nothing to do with your systems, strategy, or hustle? What if the real issue is something much simpler, and harder to face?

In this episode of The Cody Hofhine Show, Cody sits down with Bryan Driscoll to unpack the real driver behind wealth, momentum, and long-term success. Bryan shares hard-earned lessons about leadership, personal responsibility, and why most people hide behind systems instead of doing the inner work that actually moves the needle. If you’ve ever felt stuck despite doing all the right things, this conversation will hit close to home.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Stop overcomplicating your path to wealth
• Identify what’s really holding you back from your first million
• Build self-trust instead of relying on tactics
• Make cleaner decisions under pressure
• Lead yourself before trying to lead others

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why working harder keeps most people stuck

(02:30) Investing in yourself creates the highest return

(06:00) Your best ideas come from changing your environment

(10:00) Proximity and community shape income and mindset

(14:30) Mentors shorten the path to success

(18:30) Growth requires becoming someone new

(23:00) Building wealth without sacrificing family or health

(26:30) The mindset that makes wealth a byproduct

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs stuck tweaking systems instead of growing
• High performers who feel busy but not fulfilled
• Leaders who want real progress, not surface-level wins
• Anyone chasing financial freedom but feeling off-track

Why You Should Listen:

If you’re tired of chasing the next strategy and still feeling behind, this episode will challenge how you think about success. It’s a real, grounded conversation about what actually creates wealth, and why your first million starts with who you become, not what you build.

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

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What if the reason you’re working so hard, is the same reason you still feel behind? Most people chase wealth by following rules that quietly burn them out, cost them time with their family, and leave them feeling disconnected from the life they wanted in the first place. Real wealth doesn’t come from grinding harder, it comes from playing by a better set of rules.

In this episode, Cody Hofhine breaks down the five rules the wealthiest people actually live by, and why ignoring them keeps smart, hardworking people stuck. These aren’t flashy hacks or get-rich-quick ideas. They’re simple, proven principles that build wealth and protect what matters most along the way.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Build wealth without sacrificing your health or relationships
• Create better ideas by changing your environment
• Use proximity and community to level up faster
• Invest in mentors who compress decades into months
• Keep growing without outgrowing yourself

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why most people work hard but still never build real wealth

(01:00) Rule #1: Why investing in yourself always pays the highest return

(02:30) Rule #2: Why your best ideas don’t happen at your desk

(05:00) Rule #3: How your inner circle quietly shapes your income and mindset

(07:30) Rule #4: Why the right mentor can save you years of trial and error

(10:00) Rule #5: Why what got you here won’t get you to the next level

(12:30 )The mindset shift that turns wealth into a byproduct, not a pursuit

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who want success without burnout
• Leaders who value family, health, and alignment, not just money
• Anyone tired of chasing goals that don’t feel fulfilling
• High performers ready to grow into their next level

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever felt like success keeps moving the finish line, this episode will reset how you think about wealth entirely. Cody Hofhine shares hard-earned lessons that help you build more, without losing yourself in the process. These rules don’t just grow your bank account; they shape the person who can actually enjoy it.

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Ever wonder why you start strong, then quit right before things finally click? It’s not because you’re lazy or lack discipline. It’s because most people quit right before their identity actually begins to change.

In this episode, Cody Hofhine breaks down the simple but powerful 66-day framework that explains why habits stick, or don’t. He walks through the three phases your brain goes through when you try to change, why the middle always feels messy, and how staying in long enough rewires who you believe you are.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Build habits that actually last instead of burning out
• Push through resistance without relying on motivation
• Understand what’s happening in your brain when change feels hard
• Stop quitting during the messy middle
• Shift your identity, not just your routine

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why most people quit right before real change begins

(01:30) The 66-day habit rule and how identity actually forms

(03:45) Phase one: why the first 22 days feel so hard

(06:00) Phase two: the messy middle where most people give up

(08:30) Phase three: when habits finally start to feel natural

(10:30) Why committing to one habit can change everything

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who keep restarting goals every year
• Leaders who want real personal change, not temporary motivation
• Anyone frustrated by knowing what to do but struggling to stay consistent
• People ready to become someone new, not just try harder

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever told yourself, “This just isn’t who I am,” this episode will challenge that belief. Cody Hofhine breaks down the science, the mindset, and the real-life application of how identity is built, one habit, one decision, one day at a time.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

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Ever feel like you clearly explained the vision, but somehow your team just drifted anyway? You’re not crazy, and you’re not alone. Vision doesn’t disappear because people don’t care. It disappears because vision leaks.

In this episode, Cody breaks down why even the most motivated teams lose focus over time,and what great leaders do differently. Through powerful stories, real leadership examples, and a timeless lesson, you’ll learn why vision isn’t something you share once, but something you reinforce daily.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Keep your team aligned without micromanaging
• Reignite motivation when momentum starts to fade
• Communicate vision in a way people actually remember
• Lead people through discomfort instead of losing them
• Turn vision into identity, not just words

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why vision is a daily practice, not a one-time speech

(02:30) The myth that motivated people don’t drift

(04:00) A powerful example of vision leaking, even with perfect leadership

(07:00) Why people naturally return to comfort and familiarity

(08:30) The four steps every leader must use to sell vision

(13:00) How to create buy-in instead of compliance

(15:30) Turning vision into shared ownership and momentum

(17:00) The question every leader needs to ask right now

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs whose teams feel disconnected or disengaged
• Leaders tired of repeating themselves with no results
• Business owners scaling and feeling growing pains
• Anyone who wants people to care as much as they do

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever thought, “I already explained this, why aren’t they getting it?” This episode will hit home. Cody gives you a simple, repeatable framework to sell vision the right way, so your people stay focused, committed, and moving forward together.

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

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Most New Year’s goals don’t fail because people don’t want them badly enough. They fail because nothing actually changes. Same calendar. Same habits. Same standards. And then December rolls around again.

In this episode, Cody breaks down the real reason most goals never stick, and the simple shift that makes success unavoidable. If you’re serious about making 2026 your breakthrough year, this conversation will change how you set goals forever.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Stop relying on motivation and start building standards that actually stick
• Set habits that make your goals inevitable
• Close the gap between where you are and where you want to be
• Align your calendar with your future self
• Build real momentum without burning out

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why goals alone don’t change your life

(01:30) The difference between goals and standards

(03:00) Applying standards to fitness, business, and leadership

(05:00) How to close the gap between who you are and who you want to become

(06:45) The one exercise that makes your 2026 goals unavoidable

(08:30) Cody’s personal challenge to help you lock this in

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who set big goals but struggle with follow-through
• Leaders who want better results in business, health, or relationships
• Anyone tired of starting over every January

Why You Should Listen:

This episode hits at the root of why most people stay stuck year after year. Cody gives you a clear, simple way to shift from chasing goals to living at a higher standard, so your results finally match your ambition.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

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What if the real reason you’re overwhelmed in your business isn’t that you need more help but that you haven’t built leaders? You don’t need more task-takers. You need people who think, solve, and own results without waiting for permission.

In this episode, Cody breaks down the two leadership frameworks that transformed his company from a team of followers into a powerhouse of independent problem solvers. If you’ve ever felt like you’re babysitting adults, answering the same questions, or carrying the entire weight of the business yourself,  this might be the most freeing episode you hear all year.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Turn problem-bringers into confident problem-solvers
• Delegate work without micromanaging or fixing everything yourself
• Help team members think independently instead of leaning on you
• Build a culture of ownership, trust, and leadership
• Multiply leaders inside your organization, not dependencies

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why you don’t have a hiring problem, you have a leadership problem

(01:00) Cody’s early mistakes that created followers instead of leaders

(03:00) The turning point that changed his entire business trajectory

(04:30) Framework #1: The 1-3-1 decision-making method

(07:30) Framework #2: The 10-80-10 delegation system

(09:00) How these frameworks build confidence, clarity, and independence

(12:30) Why leadership duplication is the key to true scalability

(14:00) How to implement these frameworks with your team this week

Who This Episode Is For:

• Business owners drowning in decisions and fielding constant questions
• Leaders who want a self-sufficient team, not professional followers
• Entrepreneurs ready to scale without working 80-hour weeks

Why You Should Listen:

If you’re tired of being the firefighter, decision maker, and answer-giver for every situation, this episode is your path out. You’ll learn how to replace dependency with ownership, chaos with clarity, and a team of followers with a team of leaders. This is how you scale a business that no longer runs on your shoulders.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

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

What if the difference between an average company and a world-class one came down to a single choice, seeing every customer interaction as an obligation, or an opportunity?

In this episode, Cody breaks down a simple but powerful principle he learned from the Ritz-Carlton, one of the most service-obsessed brands on the planet. You’ll hear the viral story of a lost stuffed giraffe named Joshie, how it turned into a legendary customer experience, and why Cody is now implementing this same philosophy inside his own company. This episode will show you a new way to look at customer service, not as a checklist, but as a chance to create moments people talk about for years.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Turn normal customer moments into unforgettable experiences
• Empower your team to think creatively instead of acting like task-checkers
• Build raving fans without spending huge amounts of money
• Create a wow fund that transforms the way your team serves clients
• See customer service as a long-term investment, not a short-term cost

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(01:05) The Ritz-Carlton’s $2,000 rule and the trust behind it

(04:00) The viral Joshie the giraffe story

(07:00) How creativity grows when teams are empowered

(09:00) The Delta captain moment that changed Cody’s view of service

(11:30) How a simple $50 wow fund can transform your business

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who want more raving fans and word-of-mouth referrals
• Leaders trying to build a service culture their team is proud of
• Business owners tired of transactional relationships and ready to create impact
• Anyone wanting simple, practical ways to stand out in a crowded market

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever wondered how the best companies in the world build loyalty that lasts a lifetime, this episode gives you the blueprint. Cody shows how small, intentional moments, done consistently, create stories that spread, customers who return, and a team that feels trusted and empowered.

You don’t need a $2,000 budget to create magic. You just need heart, creativity, and the willingness to see opportunity where others see obligation.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

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Winners aren’t born, they’re built. Built through grit, resilience, and the courage to keep showing up long after everyone else has quit. In this episode, Cody breaks down the five traits that every true winner has in common, and how you can start developing them today. These aren’t abstract ideas or motivational fluff. They’re proven habits that have helped real people create extraordinary results in their business, family, and life.

If you’ve ever wondered what separates those who talk about success from those who actually live it, this episode gives you the roadmap. Tune in, take notes, and start building the traits that will change everything.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Stay relentless, even when everything in you wants to quit
• Build courage that moves you forward through fear, not away from it
• Dream big, and train your mind to believe it’s possible
• Take bold, imperfect action instead of waiting for perfect timing
• Surround yourself with people who pull you higher

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why winners are built, not born

(02:00) The story that proves persistence beats talent every time

(05:00) The power of courage, and how fear can become your fuel

(10:00) How to dream bigger and train your subconscious to see opportunity

(15:00) Why imperfect action creates more success than perfect planning

(18:00) The secret behind every top performer’s inner circle

(21:00) How to apply one of these five traits this week and see real change

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who want to level up but feel stuck or distracted
  Leaders craving clarity, courage, and consistency
• Anyone ready to stop talking about success and start living it

Why You Should Listen:

Success doesn’t come down to luck, it’s built through daily choices and habits. This episode will show you the exact mindset shifts that separate winners from everyone else, so you can lead with confidence, take bolder action, and start creating lasting success in every area of your life.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

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Most of us fear loss like it’s the end of something good. We think of it as failure, heartbreak, or a roadblock to our plans. But what if those moments are actually shaping you, teaching lessons, and setting you up for the purpose and success you were meant to live?

In this episode of The Cody Hofhine Show, Cody opens up about three losses that changed his idea of success: losing money, missed opportunities, and his beloved mom. With honesty and faith, he shares how each experience became a setup for growth, gratitude, and purpose. Cody’s story shows how even the hardest moments can bring clarity, strength, and perspective.

You’ll Learn How To:

• See loss as a lesson, not a punishment
• Turn pain into purpose through faith and reflection
• Recognize when God is redirecting your path
• Recenter your priorities around what truly matters—faith, family, and being present
• Transform heartbreak into fuel for your greatest comeback

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Every loss holds wisdom if you take time to learn

(02:00) Life happens for you, not to you

(03:00) Hard moments can set you up for bigger wins

(04:00) The same pain can lead to different outcomes

(06:00) Early struggles teach resilience and perspective

(08:00) Failure can plant seeds for future success

(09:00) Your biggest loss can lead to your biggest comeback

(11:00) “Stay in your lane” and invest in yourself

(14:00) Grief can reveal strength and spiritual insight

(18:00) Life’s greatest legacy is love and time

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel like they’re giving their all but still struggling
• Leaders facing personal or financial setbacks
• Anyone navigating grief and looking for meaning
• Listeners ready to find purpose in pain and grow through it

Why You Should Listen

If you’ve ever felt crushed by failure or loss, this episode speaks to your heart. Cody shares three moments that tested his faith and reshaped how he sees success. You’ll come away with hope, practical wisdom, and the reminder that every loss carries a lesson—and that even our deepest pain can lead to our greatest purpose

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/ 

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Most people think success is about doing more — more goals, more hustle, more people to please. But what if your biggest breakthrough isn’t about what you do, but about who you allow close to you?

In this episode of The Cody Hofhine Show, Cody shares the four “RISE” questions that completely changed his relationships, marriage, and business. He explains how choosing the right people in your inner circle can either multiply or drain your growth. Through powerful stories and lessons from mentors like Jim Rohn and John Maxwell, you’ll discover how to build a front row that inspires, challenges, and fuels your next level.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Identify who deserves a front-row seat in your life
• Use the R.I.S.E. framework to evaluate your relationships
• Surround yourself with people who help you think, grow, and believe bigger
• Protect your energy and create a circle that multiplies your vision
• Let go of relationships that hold you back — with love, not judgment

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Not everyone deserves a front row seat in your life

(01:00) Your environment either fuels your vision or fights it

(03:00) Use the RISE framework to choose your inner circle

(04:00) R – Reflective: Do they help you think deeply and grow?

(06:00) Reflection, not experience alone, leads to real learning

(07:00) I – Inspiring: Do they pull greatness out of you?

(09:00) S – Supportive: Do they cheer for your success genuinely?

(10:00) Beware of “blue crab” friends who pull you down

(11:00) E – Evolving: Are they actively growing and learning?

(13:00) Your income rarely exceeds your personal development

(15:00) Protect your front row — not everyone belongs there

(16:00) Take inventory of who helps you rise higher

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel stuck or drained by their current environment
• Leaders who want to build stronger, more supportive teams
• Anyone seeking clarity on which relationships are truly helping them grow
• Listeners ready to align their circle with their purpose

Why You Should Listen

If you’ve ever felt like your relationships are holding you back instead of lifting you up, this episode is a must-listen. Cody walks you through a simple but life-changing framework to identify who belongs in your “front row.” You’ll walk away with practical tools to protect your peace, strengthen your circle, and rise with the people who make you better in every area of life.

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

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