Have you ever wondered how setting ambitious goals and believing in yourself can transform your career? In this episode of The Hustle Nation Podcast, we explore this and more with Cody Askins, the visionary founder of the 8% Nation Insurance Conference and co-founder of Cody Askins LLC. Cody’s journey from working at a local grocery store to becoming a leading figure in the insurance industry is a testament to the power of hard work, strategic thinking, and unwavering belief. Tune in as Cody shares his insights on goal setting, the impact of daily affirmations, focusing on revenue-generating activities, and the importance of delegation and team building. Whether you’re looking to scale your business or seeking inspiration to achieve your dreams, this episode is packed with valuable lessons and practical advice from one of the industry’s most dynamic leaders.

Cody’s story is one of perseverance, determination, and strategic growth in the competitive insurance industry. Born into an insurance family, Cody’s entrepreneurial spirit was ignited early on. From humble beginnings, working part-time at a local grocery store, to making six figures in his first year as an insurance agent, Cody’s journey is a testament to the power of setting ambitious targets and breaking them down into actionable steps.

Join us as Cody shares his insights on:

• Setting and Achieving Ambitious Targets: Learn how to set realistic goals and develop a roadmap to achieve them, breaking them down into daily actions that drive success.
• The Power of Belief and Daily Affirmations: Discover the transformative power of self-belief and how daily affirmations can elevate your mindset and performance.
• Focusing on Revenue-Generating Activities: Understand the importance of prioritizing activities that directly contribute to business growth and revenue.
• Learning from Experience and Perseverance: Hear Cody’s personal stories of hard work, dedication, and the invaluable lessons learned from years in the industry.
• The Art of Delegation and Building a Strong Team: Gain insights into the importance of surrounding yourself with a capable team and delegating tasks to focus on your strengths.
• Scaling Your Business and Generating Quality Leads: Explore strategies for scaling your business by generating high-quality leads and optimizing your sales processes.
• Visibility and Entertaining Content Creation: Learn how to stand out in a traditionally boring industry by being visible and creating engaging, entertaining content.

My biggest takeaway was the transformative power of daily affirmations and setting ambitious goals. Cody’s story of how he wrote down his goal of earning $100,000 in his first year in the insurance business at the age of 20, and the meticulous steps he took to achieve it, is both inspiring and enlightening. His practice of placing affirmations around his workspace and consistently reminding himself of his goals underscores the importance of a positive mindset and self-belief in driving success. This effort highlights how a disciplined approach to goal-setting and a focus on mindset can propel one to extraordinary achievements, offering valuable lessons for anyone aiming to reach their full potential.

Tune in to The Hustle Nation Podcast and embark on a journey to success with Cody Askins. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the insurance industry’s most dynamic leaders.