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Every book Cody Sanchez recommended on podcasts

Guest on The Jordan Harbinger Show, On Purpose with Jay Shetty · 3 books · 2 episodes across 2 podcasts

Across 2 podcasts. Every show Cody Sanchez appears on, in one place — not just one.

Cody Sanchez is a business expert and investor who frequently shares her knowledge about building profitable enterprises and cultivating the right mindset for financial success. During her appearances on prominent podcasts such as The Jordan Harbinger Show and On Purpose with Jay Shetty, Sanchez has recommended and discussed key works that inform her professional philosophy. When discussing the traits and attitudes required to thrive as an entrepreneur, she referenced Christopher Hitchens's book Letters to a Young Contrarian. Sanchez used the book to illustrate the philosophy of being a true contrarian, emphasizing Hitchens's point that one should challenge conventional wisdom for proper and thoughtful reasons rather than simply acting contrarian for the sake of it. Furthermore, Sanchez discussed the concept of grit alongside Angela Duckworth's influential book The Power of Passion and Perseverance. She highlighted Duckworth's extensive research at the University of Pennsylvania, noting how Duckworth popularized grit as a critical metric for measuring and achieving long-term success in business and life.

Books recommended by Cody Sanchez

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  1. Letters to a young contrarian

    Christopher Hitchens · Recommended · 1 episode

    Letters to a Young Contrarian by Christopher Hitchens presents a collection of essays and advice on maintaining independent thought and challenging prevailing orthodoxies.

    Recommended
    “Well, famously one of the great contrarians was Christopher Hitchens, and he actually has a book I love called Letters to a Young Contrarian, and um, and he said that you're contrarian, but not for contrarian's sake.”
    The Jordan Harbinger Show Codie Sanchez: Businesses that ACTUALLY make money in 2026 2026-07-28 Listen at 59:46
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  2. GRIT The Power of PASSION and PERSEVERANCE

    Angela Duckworth · Discussed · 1 episode

    Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth is a psychology book that argues sustained passion and perseverance are far more vital to long-term success than innate talent.

    Discussed
    “So, Angela Duckworth, famously University of Pennsylvania, popularized grit as the most important thing to measure success.”
    On Purpose with Jay Shetty TOP BUSINESS EXPERTS: If I Was Starting a Business From Scratch - Here… 2025-07-30 Listen at 15:08
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

  3. The Power of Passion and Perseverance

    Angela Duckworth · Discussed · 1 episode

    Angela Duckworth's bestselling book explores the psychological traits behind success, arguing that passion and long-term perseverance, or grit, matter more than raw talent.

    Discussed
    “So, Angela Duckworth, famously University of Pennsylvania, popularized grit as the most important thing to measure success.”
    On Purpose with Jay Shetty TOP BUSINESS EXPERTS: If I Was Starting a Business From Scratch - Here… 2025-07-30 Listen at 15:08
    Where to get it
    AmazonListen on Audible

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
Codie Sanchez: Businesses that ACTUALLY make money in 2026The Jordan Harbinger Show2026-07-281
TOP BUSINESS EXPERTS: If I Was Starting a Business From Scratch - Here's EXACTLY What I'd Do!On Purpose with Jay Shetty2025-07-302