What if working harder is actually taking you further away from the life you want? You're putting in the hours, growing your business, and making more money. But somehow, you have less freedom, less time with your family, and more on your plate than ever before. Sound familiar?

In this episode, Cody Hofhine challenges the idea that success means doing more. He shares three powerful questions that can help you get clear on what you really want, stop putting your goals off until "someday," and let go of the things holding you back. Through personal stories and lessons learned from building businesses, Cody explains why real success isn't just about growing your income. It's about creating a life you actually have time to enjoy.

You'll Learn How To:

• Get clear on what success actually looks like for you, not everyone else
• Stop putting your biggest goals off until "someday"
• Set deadlines that turn your dreams into real plans
• Identify what to stop doing, delegate, or protect
• Make more time for your family, health, and the things that matter most
• Grow your business without sacrificing the life you're working so hard to build

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why working harder might be keeping you from the life you want

(02:00) The three questions that can change your business and life

(03:00) Question #1: What do you actually want out of life?

(05:00) Why you need to define success on your own terms

(06:00) Question #2: When do you want it? Why "someday" is holding you back

(08:00) How deadlines turn dreams into real plans

(09:00) Question #3: What are you willing to eliminate?

(11:00) Why doing less can help you accomplish more

(12:00) The moment Cody realized his calendar didn't match his priorities

(14:00) Why saying no to good things makes room for great things

(15:00) Three simple decisions to start making today

(16:00) How to build wealth without losing what matters most

(17:00) How The Lab helps entrepreneurs grow from six to seven figures

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who are working harder but feeling less fulfilled
• Business owners who want more freedom, not just more money
• High achievers who struggle to say no or let go of responsibilities
• Anyone who's tired of saying "someday" to the things that matter most
• People who want to grow their business while still showing up for their family, health, and personal life

Why You Should Listen:

You can build a successful business and still feel like you're missing out on life. But it doesn't have to be that way.

This episode is a reminder that sometimes the biggest breakthrough doesn't come from doing more. It comes from getting clear on what matters, making time for it, and having the courage to let go of everything else.

Cody gives you three simple questions to help you rethink your priorities and start building a business that supports the life you want, instead of taking it over.

Because the goal isn't just to build wealth. It's to build a life worth living.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/

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

What if you could build a successful business and still miss out on the life you were building it for? After spending a week in Italy, Cody Hofhine came home with a completely different perspective on success. It wasn’t about making more money, hiring more people, or building a bigger business. It was about the way we live, the people we impact, and what we choose to prioritize along the way.

In this episode, Cody shares five powerful lessons Italy reminded him of, from making people feel like family to building a legacy that lasts for generations. He explores why slowing down doesn’t mean falling behind, why not every moment needs to be productive, and why the greatest measure of success might be the life you build beyond your business.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Make people feel valued and turn everyday interactions into meaningful relationships
• Stop putting off happiness until you reach your next business milestone
• Be more present with your family instead of treating every moment like another task
• Spend less time consuming and more time creating something meaningful
• Build a legacy that goes beyond money and creates a lasting impact on future generations

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) The five lessons Italy taught Cody about success

(02:00) Why people remember how you make them feel

(04:00) The danger of getting so busy building your future that you miss your present

(06:00) Why not everything valuable needs to be efficient

(09:00) The difference between being a creator and a consumer

(12:00) What a centuries-old Italian family business teaches us about legacy

(14:00) Why we should think about seven generations of impact, not just seven-figure businesses

(16:00) Three questions to help you rethink your priorities and the life you're building

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who are working hard but feel like they're always chasing the next milestone
• Business owners who want to grow without sacrificing their relationships or personal lives
• Leaders who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of their customers and teams
• Anyone who wants to build something that lasts beyond their lifetime

Why You Should Listen:

Success isn't just about what you earn or how big your business becomes. It's also about the people you love, the moments you experience, and the impact you leave behind. This episode is a reminder to slow down, be more intentional, and build a life that matters, not just a business that makes money.

Because you can build a business worth millions and still miss a million moments that matter.

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 trying to escape are actually preparing you for something bigger? What if success isn’t just about making more money, but becoming the person you’re capable of being?

In this episode, Cody Hofhine sits down with his friend, mentor, and successful entrepreneur Bedros Keuilian, founder of Fit Body Boot Camp, for an honest conversation about business, family, and the experiences that shape who we become.

Bedros shares his powerful journey from escaping the Soviet Union as a child to building successful businesses in America. He opens up about how fear and adversity first drove him to succeed, why that motivation eventually needs to become something deeper, and how finding your purpose can change the way you approach both business and life.

The conversation also gets practical. Bedros explains why working harder isn’t always the answer, how to identify the parts of your business that actually drive results, and why building the right systems and team is essential if you want to grow without sacrificing your family, health, and happiness.

Whether you're just starting your entrepreneurial journey or trying to take an established business to the next level, this episode will challenge you to think bigger, focus on what matters, and stop letting your past define your future.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Turn adversity and difficult experiences into fuel for growth
• Shift from operating out of fear to building a business with purpose
• Stay focused on your goals when competition and setbacks hit
• Identify the 20% of your work that drives most of your results
• Stop chasing distractions and focus on the opportunities that matter
• Build systems, hire the right people, and buy back your time
• Grow your business while keeping your family and personal priorities in view
• Recognize your potential and push beyond what you think is possible

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why the people around you can shape your future

(03:00) Bedros Keuilian’s journey from immigrant to successful entrepreneur

(08:00) The childhood experiences that shaped his drive to succeed

(15:00) How adversity can become an unexpected source of opportunity

(20:00) Why fear can get you started, but purpose keeps you going

(26:00) Turning setbacks and competition into opportunities to grow

(32:00) Why building a strong community gives your business an edge

(38:00) How to pursue big goals while keeping your family on board

(44:00) Why what got you to your first million won't get you to the next

(49:00) The power of cutting distractions and focusing on what works

(54:00) How to find bigger growth opportunities by serving the right audience

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who want to grow their businesses without losing sight of what matters
• Business owners who feel stuck despite working long hours
• People who have faced difficult circumstances and want to turn them into something meaningful
• Leaders who want to build better teams, stronger systems, and lasting businesses
• Anyone who wants to create more freedom, provide for their family, and make a difference

Why You Should Listen:

Building a successful business takes more than hard work. It takes resilience, focus, the right people, and a clear reason for doing what you do. Bedros’s story is a reminder that your past doesn't have to limit your future, and that real success is about more than the money you make. It's about the life you build, the people you impact, and the legacy you leave behind.

If you're ready to stop running on fear, get serious about what matters, and discover what you're truly capable of, this conversation is for you.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/

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

Follow Bedros Keuilian:

Website: https://bedroskeuilian.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bedroskeuilian/?hl=en

What if the secret to a better marriage isn’t changing your spouse, but changing yourself? Building a successful business is one thing. Building a strong marriage while raising a family, managing money, and chasing big goals? That’s a whole different journey.

In this episode, Cody Hofhine sits down with his wife, Wendy Hofhine, to share the real story behind their nearly 22 years of marriage. From raising young kids while building a business on a tight budget to working through resentment, communication struggles, and personal growth, they get honest about what it really takes to build a life together.

Cody and Wendy share why a strong marriage takes more than a 50/50 effort, how investing in yourself can improve your relationship, and why learning to communicate with honesty and respect can change everything. They also talk about balancing ambition with family, making the most of what you have, and trusting God while taking action toward your goals.

Because success isn’t just about what you build at work. It’s also about the relationships you build at home.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Stop expecting your spouse to change and start focusing on what you can control.
• Turn resentment and comparison into gratitude and personal growth.
• Communicate honestly without turning difficult conversations into arguments.
• Invest in yourself in ways that strengthen your marriage, family, and business.
• Support your partner’s vision while working together toward shared goals.
• Stop waiting for the perfect plan and take the next step with faith and confidence.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why winning at home matters just as much as winning in business

(03:00) The truth about marriage, personal growth, and the work behind the happy moments

(06:00) How struggles at home can affect your energy and performance at work

(08:00) Raising young kids, building a business, and making sacrifices together

(10:00) How Wendy turned resentment into gratitude and personal growth

(13:00) Why small, consistent learning habits can change your life

(16:00) Building a shared vision instead of treating marriage like separate responsibilities

(19:00) Why leading by example works better than trying to change your spouse

(21:00) How working on yourself can transform your marriage

(24:00) The power of honest, respectful communication

(28:00) Why a strong marriage takes 100/100 effort, not 50/50

(29:00) The one-hour-a-day habit that can help you grow as a person and leader

(32:00) How to trust God with the details while taking action on your goals

(34:00) Why B-minus work beats waiting for the perfect plan

(36:00) A reminder for anyone struggling through a difficult season: keep going

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs trying to grow their business without losing sight of their family.
• Married couples who want to communicate better and build a stronger relationship.
• Partners who feel frustrated, misunderstood, or stuck in the same arguments.
• Parents juggling family responsibilities, financial pressure, and personal goals.
• Anyone who needs a reminder that growth takes time and you don't have to figure everything out today.

Why You Should Listen:

A successful business means little if things are falling apart at home. Cody and Wendy’s story is a reminder that a strong marriage isn't built by getting everything right. It's built through consistent effort, honest conversations, personal growth, and choosing to work together even when life gets messy.

If you're building a business, raising a family, or simply trying to become a better partner, this episode will remind you to invest in the person you can control: yourself. You don't need a perfect plan for your life or your marriage. Start with what you can do today, keep growing, and trust that the small steps will add up.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/

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

Follow Wendy Hofhine:

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

And be sure to check out Wendy's podcast, Not Anymore, for more conversations about personal growth, overcoming challenges, and becoming the person you're meant to be.

What if building a bigger business didn’t have to mean sacrificing the people you love most? Success is one thing, but building a business that gives you more freedom instead of taking over your life is a whole different challenge.

In this episode, Cody Hofhine sits down with Mark Parrish, a McDonald’s owner-operator who runs 22 locations, generates $88 million in annual revenue, and employs over 1,000 people. But what makes Mark’s story worth listening to isn’t just the size of his business. It’s how he’s built it while staying intentional about his wife, five kids, and the legacy he wants to leave behind.

Mark shares the lessons he’s learned about growing beyond the hustle, becoming a better leader, and building a team you can trust. He also opens up about creating a family vision, setting clear values at home, and redefining success beyond money and material possessions. If you’re working hard to grow your business but don’t want to lose sight of what matters most, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective on what it really means to win in business and in life.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Grow your business without becoming the bottleneck holding it back
• Shift from doing everything yourself to building a team you can trust
• Develop the leadership skills needed to take your business to the next level
• Create a family vision, shared values, and goals that guide everyday decisions
• Redefine success around freedom, relationships, purpose, and impact
• Build a lasting legacy that goes beyond financial achievements

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why building wealth, leading better, and winning at home belong together

(03:00) Mark’s journey to becoming a McDonald’s owner-operator

(15:00) How Mark’s original dream grew into a business far bigger than he imagined

(20:00) The four freedoms Mark is working toward: time, money, relationships, and purpose

(27:00) Why entrepreneurs must learn to let go and trust their teams

(29:00) How your personal growth determines how far your business can go
(31:00) Why having bigger goals and a sense of purpose still matters after success

(34:00) How Mark measures success as a husband and father

(36:00) Building a family vision, six family rules, and a family constitution

(40:00) Helping your children develop their own values and goals

(42:00) The importance of being intentional about the legacy you leave behind

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who feel like their business depends on them for everything
• Business owners who want to grow without giving up their time with family
• Leaders who are learning to delegate, build trust, and develop their people
• Parents who want to be more intentional about their family values and goals
• Anyone who wants to build wealth while creating a life filled with purpose and meaningful relationships

Why You Should Listen:

Building a successful business is only part of the picture. The real challenge is creating something that supports the life you want, rather than taking you away from it. Mark’s story is a reminder that you can pursue ambitious goals while being intentional about your family, your leadership, and the impact you leave behind. If you want to grow your business without losing sight of why you started, this episode will help you rethink what success can look like.

Follow Mark Parrish:

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

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 goal feels achievable is because you’re not dreaming big enough? If you already know exactly how you’re going to reach it, maybe the goal isn’t big enough to change you.

In this episode, Cody Hofhine challenges you to stop shrinking your dreams just because you can’t see the path yet. He breaks down why you need to know where you want to go without worrying about how you’ll get there, and why your biggest goals should require you to become a completely new version of yourself.

Cody also shares how he uses visualization and images to make his future feel real before it happens, why imagination can turn into action, and the simple exercise he wants you to try: write down 100 goals without worrying whether they’re realistic.

Because the real gift of a big goal isn’t just achieving it. It’s who you become along the way.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Dream bigger without needing to know every step
• Separate your vision from the “how” that can hold you back
• Set goals that challenge you to become a better version of yourself
• Turn your goals into clear, powerful images
• Use visualization to connect your future vision with what you do today
• Create goals that feel exciting instead of comfortable
• Ask yourself, “What would the future version of me do today?”

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

(00:00) Why a comfortable goal might not be big enough

(01:00) Everything you create is created twice — first in your mind, then in reality

(02:00) Why Cody has started creating new images of the future he wants

(04:00) Walt Disney and the power of imagination

(05:00) Know where you’re going, but don’t worry about the how

(06:00) Why your biggest goals should require a new you

(07:00) The lesson Cody learned from Darren Hardy and Jim Rohn

(08:00) Why your business rarely outgrows the person leading it

(09:00) How to turn your goals into powerful images

(10:00) The question that turns imagination into action

(11:00) Cody’s challenge: Write down 100 goals

(12:00) If you knew you couldn’t fail, how much bigger would you dream?

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who know they’re capable of more but keep playing it safe
• People who have big dreams but get stuck trying to figure out “how”
• Business owners ready to grow into the next version of themselves
• Anyone who feels like their goals have become too comfortable
• People who want to turn their dreams into something they can actually see and work toward

Why You Should Listen:

Sometimes the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want isn’t your ability — it’s your ability to see what’s possible.

This episode will challenge you to stop asking, “How am I going to make this happen?” and start asking, “What do I actually want?” From there, you can create the vision, become the person capable of achieving it, and let the path reveal itself along the way.

And Cody leaves you with one question worth sitting with:
If you knew you couldn’t fail, how much bigger would you dream?

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/

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

What if you don’t actually need more time? What if you just need to become better at using the time you already have? We all say it. “I need to start working out.” “I need to spend more time with my family.” “I need to work on my business.” “I’ll do it tomorrow.” But somehow, another week goes by and the important things still haven’t happened.

In this episode, Cody Hofhine breaks down his simple MAKE Time Framework to help you stop putting off the things that matter most. He explains how to get clear on what actually matters, put it on your calendar, keep the commitments you make to yourself, and execute even when you don’t feel like it.

You’ll Learn How To:

• Stop waiting for more time and start making time
• Figure out what actually matters each week
• Turn your to-do list into real commitments
• Protect the important things by putting them on your calendar
• Build self-trust by doing what you said you would do
• Take action even when your motivation or energy is low

In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

(00:00) Why you may not need more time - you may need to use your time differently

(01:00) Why you don’t find time, you make time

(02:00) The MAKE Time Framework and why it matters

(03:00) M - How to map out what actually matters

(04:00) A - Why important things need a place on your calendar

(05:00) The difference between a to-do list and a real commitment

(06:00) K - How to keep the promises you make to yourself

(07:00) E - Why you need to execute even when you don’t feel like it

(08:00) How keeping commitments builds self-trust and confidence

(09:00) How to use the MAKE framework every Monday

(10:00) Why the life you want is built with the time you already have

Who This Episode Is For:

• Entrepreneurs who always feel like there isn’t enough time
• Business owners who struggle to stay focused on what matters
• People who keep saying “I’ll do it tomorrow”
• Anyone who wants to become more consistent and disciplined
• People who want to build a successful business without sacrificing their family, health, or purpose

Why You Should Listen:

You probably don’t need another hour in your day. You need to become more intentional with the hours you already have. The MAKE Time Framework gives you a simple way to decide what matters, schedule it, keep your commitment, and get it done.

Because real progress starts when you stop saying you’ll do it - and actually do it.

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

Website: https://codyhofhine.com/

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