The Create Your Day Podcast

Welcome to Create Your Day, the podcast for entrepreneurs who are done drowning in to-do lists, pulled in a dozen directions, and ready to reclaim their time.

I’m Jenn Cody, and I'm a serial entrepreneur, strategist, and systems expert - and I’m here to help you:

• Reclaim your calendar and focus
• Delegate without things slipping through the cracks
• Build systems that scale
• Step fully into your CEO role without burning out

If y...

Ever look around your business and think, “This is what I wanted… so why do I feel miserable?” You’re not alone. Too many entrepreneurs wake up every day in businesses that look successful on paper but feel like a prison in reality. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to create a values-based business—one that aligns with who you are, attracts the right clients, and gives you back your life.

If you’ve ever felt like success witho...

Every entrepreneur eventually faces the million-dollar question: Do I stick it out, or do I pivot? In this episode, Jenn breaks down the difference between persistence that leads to success and stubbornness that keeps you stuck. You’ll learn a simple, practical framework to help you decide whether it’s time to double down on your current strategy, or make a bold move in a new direction.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your business ...

Tired of tracking numbers that never translate to action? Frustrated by repeating the same mistakes in your business month after month? It's time to transform how you approach your monthly business review.

A powerful monthly review isn't about creating pretty charts or judging your performance—it's about building a business intelligence system that reveals patterns and informs smarter decisions. Many entrepr...

Have you ever created a beautiful vision board or business plan that ended up collecting dust? You're not alone. Most entrepreneurs struggle with bridging the gap between inspiring visions and daily actions that move the needle.

The three-year vision emerges as the perfect sweet spot for effective business planning. It's far enough away to think beyond current limitations but close enough to create concrete plans...

The secret to breaking through revenue ceilings lies in the powerful combination of business strategy and identity work, not just one or the other. Your business will always match your self-concept, so upgrading both simultaneously is essential for sustainable growth.

• Strategy without identity work leads to self-sabotage
• Mindset work without strategy keeps you stuck despite positive thinking
• Every revenue lev...

Ever hit that 3 PM wall where your brain seemingly shuts down and productivity nosedives? I spent years thinking this was just an energy problem, throwing coffee and snacks at it with minimal results. But through working with clients and examining my own patterns, I discovered something revolutionary: what we're experiencing isn't primarily an energy crash—it's decision fatigue.

Your brain has a finite capac...

Breaking free from the paralysis of perfectionism is one of the greatest challenges entrepreneurs face. Smart, capable people often find themselves stuck in endless planning loops, researching and preparing while their dreams remain unrealized. But what if the secret to success isn't perfect planning, but imperfect action?

In this milestone 100th episode, I dive deep into why we get trapped in expensive procrastinatio...

Planning paralysis keeps entrepreneurs stuck in endless preparation without implementation, causing expensive procrastination instead of real business growth. The addiction to planning feels productive but prevents facing the reality of putting ourselves out there where actual learning happens.

• Expensive procrastination happens when we create beautiful business plans without taking action
• Planning addiction feels s...

We've created a culture where being overwhelmed is somehow proof we're important, but this busy badge of honor is killing our businesses and our souls. Confusing activity with achievement leads to spinning our wheels without making meaningful progress.

• Busy work vs. business work: theatrical activities that look like work but don't create results
• The four costs of constant busyness: money, relationsh...

Have you ever found yourself feeling unexpectedly sad after achieving something you worked so hard for? That disorienting fog where you no longer recognize yourself, yet haven't fully stepped into who you're becoming? Welcome to what I call the "identity hangover" – that strange, uncomfortable space between identities that nobody warned you about.

Growth requires shedding old versions of ourselves, like...

Have you ever noticed yourself panicking when your calendar suddenly has white space? That anxious feeling when you have freedom might be a sign you're building your own prison cell.

This episode dives deep into why we recreate systems of control even when no one is asking us to. I'm building on my popular "Freedom Audit" episode (Episode 81!) to explore why, even when the door stands wide open, we cons...

Manifestation requires more than just wishful thinking—it demands a scientific approach that aligns our beliefs, attention, and actions with specific outcomes. We explore the neuroscience behind manifestation and provide a practical five-step protocol to make it work in your life.

• Manifestation is the process of aligning beliefs, attention, and actions with specific outcomes
• The reticular activating system (RAS) fi...

That familiar tightness in your chest, the flood of worst-case scenarios, the overwhelm that hits precisely when you're contemplating a bold move—we've all been there. But what if the fear that's keeping you stuck isn't actually a warning to stop, but a signpost pointing toward what matters most?

In this powerful exploration of fear and action, I unpack why we often misinterpret fear as a red light when...

Clarity feels like that elusive treasure we're all searching for – the magical moment when everything falls into place and our purpose becomes crystal clear. But what if everything you've believed about finding clarity is actually holding you back?

This episode dismantles the harmful myth that clarity is something you stumble upon like a hidden treasure. Instead, I share the liberating truth that clarity is somet...

What if those two seemingly innocent words—"maybe later"—are actually sabotaging your entire life? This eye-opening episode dives deep into how our tendency to postpone what truly matters is keeping us stuck in an endless cycle of waiting for the perfect moment that never arrives.

The truth stings a little: "maybe later" isn't responsible planning—it's procrastination dressed in a responsible ...

Feeling like your brain has 37,000 open tabs and your to-do list never stops growing? You're not alone—and surprisingly, artificial intelligence might be the self-care ally you never knew you needed.

Forget the sci-fi fears and "one more thing to learn" anxiety. In this eye-opening episode, I break down exactly how AI can lighten your mental load and create breathing room in your hectic life. This isn't...

Success often leaves us feeling empty because we're chasing an outdated model that wasn't designed to make us happy in the first place. The success hangover—that strange emptiness after achieving what you thought would bring fulfillment—is common among high achievers who constantly move their goalposts without celebrating their wins.

• Breaking free requires defining what "enough" looks like for you

This episode revolves around confronting the challenges life throws at us and transforming fear into empowerment. We delve into why tackling issues head-on is essential for personal growth and resilience. 

• Discusses the rationale behind avoiding challenges 
• Explains the importance of facing problems directly 
• Offers strategies for breaking down challenges into smaller steps 
• Encourages listeners to seek...