You built your business from scratch and poured your heart and soul into it. So it might feel strange, even disloyal, to think about stepping away or exiting.

From the outside, everything’s working: sales are up, your team’s solid, and your brand is gaining traction. But under the surface? You’re tired, the vision that once felt clear now feels fuzzy, and growth has started to feel like a grind.

This isn’t uncommon. Many founders hesitate to plan an exit because things still feel “fine.” But there’s a big difference between “fine” and truly free.

Founders leave their businesses for all kinds of reasons, burnout, shifting goals, evolving partnerships, or simply growing beyond what they once built.

The biggest misstep is waiting until things fall apart to start thinking about what’s next.

How do you build with the exit in mind?

In this episode, I’m joined by Cody Hofhine, the founder of Utah Sell Now, Texas Sell Now, and Joe Homebuyer. As a business owner who has exited four companies, he has a lot to share about what worked, what didn’t, and what every founder should consider before making their move.

Things You’ll Learn In This Episode

-Having the right mentors

Learning from mentors who have already achieved your goals provides proven guidance and shortcuts to success. How can following someone who’s already succeeded save you time and prevent common mistakes?

-Invest in yourself

Investing in yourself is the most important step because you are the driving force behind your own success. How are you prioritizing your personal growth to create the impact you want in your life?

-Quit linear thinking

Embracing non-linear, audacious thinking can spark breakthroughs beyond conventional limits. What bold goal would you pursue if you stopped following the usual rules?

Guest Bio

Cody Hofhine is a multiple Inc. 5000 business owner, real estate investor/mentor, and sought-after Speaker. He is the co-founder of Wholesaling Inc., the #1 Real Estate coaching program across the nation, and Joe Homebuyer, the leading Real Estate Franchise. Cody has coached over 3000 students on how to successfully build their Real Estate Business through his real estate training, as well as help individuals perform at their highest levels with his one-on-one mentoring. Cody used his background in sales to quickly build multiple 7 and 8-figure real estate businesses that all start on the foundation of clarity or vision and purpose.

Visit https://joehomebuyerfranchising.com/

Visit https://codyhofhine.com/

Follow Cody on Instagram @codyhofhine

Look out for the Cody Holfine podcast launching August 4th, and stay tuned for the Chris Naugle episode!

About Your Host

From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America’s #1 Money Mentor. With a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is currently the founder of The Money School™, and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier.

His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works.

Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans, delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.

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