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Not all AI tools are worth your time, or your money.
In this video, I rank the best and worst AI tools to help you actually get rich in 2026.
After testing 500+ tools across my companies, I’ll show you exactly which ones will 10x your income… and which ones aren’t worth the hype.

Tools mentioned:
Midjourney: https://www.midjourney.com/
Runway ML: https://runwayml.com/
ElevenLabs: https://elevenlabs.io/
HeyGen: https://www.heygen.com/
Gamma: https://gamma.app/
Leonardo AI: https://leonardo.ai/
Zapier: https://zapier.com/
Gumloop: https://www.gumloop.com/
n8n: https://n8n.io/
YourAtlas: https://youratlas.com/getstarted
Fyxer AI: https://www.fyxer.ai/
Notion AI: https://www.notion.so/product/ai
Buddy Pro AI: https://buddypro.ai/getstarted
Granola AI: https://www.granola.so/
ChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/
Claude (Anthropic): https://www.anthropic.com/claude
Perplexity AI: https://www.perplexity.ai/
Gemini (Google): https://gemini.google.com/
NotebookLM: https://notebooklm.google/
Grok (xAI): https://x.ai/
Revio: https://www.getrevio.com/get-started
Lovable: https://lovable.dev/
Cursor AI: https://www.cursor.sh/
Apple Intelligence: https://www.apple.com/apple-intelligence/

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In this episode I show you how I built a simple piece of software using AI even though I don’t know how to code. I walk through how I picked the right niche, then stress tested multiple AI tools against each other to see which one could actually build something usable the fastest. I break down what surprised me, what worked, what didn’t, and why one tool clearly stood out. Then I explain the real opportunity here how a small, focused software product like this can turn into recurring monthly revenue and why this approach is so overlooked right now. If you’ve ever thought building software was only for engineers, or wondered how people turn basic tools into real income, this episode will open your eyes.

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If I Wanted to Build a Business for $0 in 2026, I’d Do This…

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If I had to rebuild from zero, this is the exact framework I’d use. Most businesses fail because people pick the wrong industries, move too slowly, or chase “sexy” ideas instead of cash flow. In this video I break down SIGNAL; the playbook for choosing the right business, selling before you build, tapping into the $7T Boomer Exit, and building something that actually survives. If you want 2026 to be your richest year yet, start here!

00:00 – Introduction & Why Most Businesses Fail
00:19 – S: Speed – Move Fast, Win Big
01:56 – I: Industry Selection – Pick the Right Field
03:14 – G: Generational Transfer – The Boomer Exit Opportunity
04:56 – N: Needs-Based Cash Flow – Follow the Money
07:19 – A: Affluent Clients – Sell to the Wealthy
09:16 – L: Leverage & Distribution – Build Your Audience
14:54 – Systems, AI, and the Human Touch
19:24 – Final Thoughts & 2026 Success Recap

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Hi… I’m Codie.

If we haven’t met, I build and buy businesses and help you make money. I used to work on Wall Street and in Private Equity for too many years. Then I realized I’d rather YOU AND I own our businesses locally instead. So I built up Main Street Holding Company, Contrarian Thinking Capital & Co. Now, we own and grow dozens of businesses. My mission is to create 100,000 business owners and help 1 million of us build profitable businesses. I hope you’re one.

Here’s what I know for sure… those who say it’s impossible should get out of the way of those of you who are doing it!! ❤️

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Want to build an AI business but don’t know where to start?
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In this episode I take a simple idea that’s been stuck in my head and test it in the real world. I try to recreate a high paying hole in one style business using a disc golf challenge, charging a small entry fee for a chance to win big. Along the way we run into setbacks, get kicked out of a park, adjust the rules, and still gather real data on probability, risk, and pricing. By the end I break down why this kind of game of skill business actually works, how to think about the math behind it, and how you could turn challenges like this into a legit, low cost business with the right setup.

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The three most underrated businesses to buy in 2026.

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7 terms to know to get ahead in business in 2026.

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Don’t start the New Year without leaving behind these money mistakes.

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What I Learned Starting 80 Businesses (The Truth)

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In this episode, I talk about the parts of entrepreneurship that people rarely tell you about and why so many founders feel blindsided once they’re in it. I share a simple GRIT framework I’ve developed after years of building and breaking businesses, and why understanding these challenges upfront matters more than chasing upside.
We get into the emotional swings, the hidden costs, and why progress often feels slower than expected. I also walk through practical mindset shifts that help you stay steady, focused, and moving forward when things get uncomfortable. This episode is about seeing the full picture before you decide if this path is really for you.

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Success is hard, but it doesn’t have to be.
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In this episode, I break down how I’ve used Craigslist for years as a real money-making tool, not just a place to buy random stuff. I walk through how scraping data helped me spot opportunities, connect buyers and sellers, and build businesses that actually worked, including one that eventually turned into a multi-million-dollar exit. I also show how tools like Oxylabs make this way easier today, even if you’re not technical, and how scraped data can be used for flipping, lead generation, arbitrage, and simple side hustles that scale. The big takeaway is learning how to look at old platforms in a new way and turn attention into leverage.

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How to ACTUALLY Achieve Your Goals in 2026

People like Codie provide actually useful advice on starting a business. Now she mentions setting dates, like setting a date to quit your job. It may pay (or may not) to be a little cautious there. On one hand, entrepreneurs are the risk-takers. On the other hand, falling on your face and being set back for 3+ years because you weren’t ready… is not good. So, in general, I would advise ruthlessly finding the time to develop your business while you’re still employed, and only quit when your profits are looking good, your client/customer list is getting lengthy, and it would be insane not to quit your day job. I myself have made the extremely expensive mistake of quitting too soon. Being in business for yourself is almost nothing like being employed. When you’re on your own, nobody cares (unless you’re lucky), you get no regular paycheck, clients/customers will find any excuse not to pay you as agreed. Sometimes you may even feel like family and “friends” are all against you and wanting you to fail (surely some of them secretly do). Keep going. Be determined. Be bold, but be cautious where you strategically need to be.

Now for Codie’s content:

Ready to lock in and actually buy a business in 2026? I’m giving you the frameworks, tools, and lessons to make it happen at Main Street Millionaire Live → https://contrarianthinking.biz/MSML26_YT

If you’re waiting for the “right time” to change your life, this is it. In this video, I show you the mindset shifts and simple actions that helped me level up fast: locking in, putting real decisions on the calendar, choosing yourself, cutting dead weight, and building a true money machine for 2026. No more half-in, half-out energy. No more waiting for permission. This is the year you go all in and win.

0:00 — Introduction & The Decision to Change
0:46 — Motivation vs. Planning
2:07 — Nobody Owes You Anything
4:49 — Obsession Over Balance
5:37 — Dealing with Haters & Building Resilience
7:48 — Building Your Money Machine
9:49 — Feelings Aren’t Facts: Taking Action
12:15 — Cutting Dead Weight & Finding Mentors
14:47 — Public Accountability & Choosing Your Hard
16:09 — Pursuing Big, Audacious Goals
17:29 — Final Message: Go Bigger, Start Now
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Hi… I’m Codie.

Here’s what I know for sure… those who say it’s impossible should get out of the way of those of you who are doing it!! ❤️

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Few ever hit them.

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