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Be The Torch podcast is a life, business and personal development show that supports high-performing dads who are entrepreneurs, and aspire to reach their highest potential in ALL areas of life. Far too many dads who are business owners suffer from burnout, exhaustion, pain and chaos focusing on producing and performing for everyone else except themselves. It's time to shine the light on ourselves first, to illuminate our own path to freedom, fulfillment and happiness in all areas of life. This show is about building a life your business can fit into. Hosted by Cletus Coffey - a former professional football player, world champion athlete, turned entrepreneur, who knows first hand the pain and suffering men, who are single dads and entrepreneurs experience when they make business the priority and neglect all other areas of life. Listen in to learn the art and science to thrive in the Power 5, Focus, Fitness, Family, Fortune, and Foundation.
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Dude, you don’t need a psychic to predict the future, you just need the balls to look in the mirror. In this episode, Cletus Coffey exposes how your current habits, beliefs, and standards quietly predict whether you’ll face divorce, burnout, or business collapse. You’ll learn how to read the signs, raise your standards, and stop the breakdown before it happens. Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life? START HERE: Book a Call with Cletus ...
You snap at your kids? Lose it with your partner? Let pressure dictate your decisions? It’s not about them my friend. It’s about you. And if you don’t get this under control, you’ll burn trust, connection, and energy that you can’t afford to lose. In this episode of the Be The Torch Podcast, Cletus Coffey shares the Torch Treatment™ A 7-step recalibration tool that helps you regulate your emotions, stop reacting from old patterns, and start leading from power and presence. Discover: How...
The Impossible Triangle That’s Screwing You..and Everyone Else If you’re a divorced dad running a business, you’ve been sold a lie that you can give 100% to your business, 100% to your kids, and 100% to yourself. The math doesn't add up. It’s impossible, and it’s killing you. In this episode of Be The Torch, I break down the brutal reality of the “Impossible Triangle” every divorced dad entrepreneur faces—business, kids, and rebuilding yourself—and why trying to “balance” them will burn you ...
Are you struggling to balance business, fatherhood, and your own healing post-divorce or as a single dad? You’re trying to be a great father, a successful business owner, and somehow rebuild your life after divorce. But something keeps breaking down. That something… is you. In this episode breaks down: Why the “balance” myth is a lie keeping men stuckThe dangerous role-playing identities that lead to burnoutHow to stop fighting with your ex and start leading your lifeThe hidden cost of victim...
Most men believe that the best legacy they can leave behind is financial—wealth, inheritance, or handing over the family business. But here's the truth: that mindset might be hurting your children more than helping them. In this episode, I reveal the three powerful shifts every man must make if he truly wants to leave a legacy of freedom, fulfillment, and happiness: Possibility Over WealthCharacter Over ComfortFreedom Over SecurityYour kids didn’t come here to repeat your path. They came to l...
Divorced. Distracted. Drowning in business? If that’s you, and you’re tired of pretending everything’s fine while secretly struggling to keep it all together—this episode is your roadmap back to power. I reveal: - The 3 lies every divorced dad entrepreneur believes - The framework that rebuilt my life after burnout - How to lead from peace, not pressure 🔥 Join the FREE 5-Day Master Your Morning Challenge: http://bethetorch.com/challenge Looking for more training to unlock greater pu...
Brother, if you feel constantly drained, overwhelmed, or pulled in a million directions, this episode is a must listen. I drop the hammer on one of the biggest silent killers of self-respect, productivity, and peace: poor boundaries. Whether it's your ex (co-parent), your clients, your employees, or even your kids—if you can’t hold the line, you’re not leading. You’re leaking energy. You’re betraying yourself. And your business, family, and sanity are paying the price. You’ll learn: The...
The success of your business is a direct reflection of YOU. In this episode, I’m calling out the trap most entrepreneurial single dads fall into: building a business at the cost of their health, relationships, and peace of mind. I break down: Why building a business before building yourself is a dead-endHow your current struggles are mirrors—not roadblocksThe 5 areas of self-mastery that drive true growthHow to stop being chained to your business and start leading your lifeThis isn’t ab...
No really...The #1 Investment in Your Business is You. Most men think if they grind harder and make more money, their business will thrive. The truth? Your business can’t outgrow the man running it. In this episode, I lay down the hard truth: if you’re out of alignment, your business is too. Whether it’s your relationships, your mindset, or your energy—you are the single biggest investment in your company. You’ll learn: Why chasing money first is killing your alignment.How your personal...
In this episode, I break down the 3 hidden power leaks that are silently sabotaging your leadership and business. If you’re a business-owning single father who’s tired of burnout, pressure, and underperformance...this one's for you. Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life? START HERE: Book a Call with Cletus If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you: Discover what ...
Why Happy Wife, Happy Life is Holding Your Business Back is not for weak men. This is for men who want to feel loved, find happiness, meaning and purpose in their lives. Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life? START HERE: Book a Call with Cletus If you are looking for more tips and support to have success in all areas of life, these resources are for you: Discover what one single dad, who owns a successful business, did ...
Your morning routine might be the silent killer of your energy, focus, and freedom. You’re just too afraid to admit it. You know damn well that tapping your phone, slurping coffee, and shoveling garbage in your mouth is NOT the way a man who’s on a mission starts his day. Yet your body and mind? It’s addicted. Conditioned. You’ve become a prisoner to your weakness before the sun even comes up. This isn’t about motivation. This is about discipline. And in this episode of the Be The Torch Podc...
If you clicked on this episode, respect to you. Most men won’t even approach this conversation because they’re afraid of what they’ll find inside themselves. The truth is, when you get triggered, it’s not about THEM. It’s about YOU. Your partner makes a comment, your kids push your buttons, someone at work challenges you...and boom, you react. Are you tired of that experience? Tired of the impact it's making on those you lead? You know you can do better, but don't know how? A man ...
Men are taught from a young age that success equals happiness. The belief that if they grind harder, make more money, and achieve more, they’ll finally feel fulfilled. But what happens when you check all the boxes—business, money, relationships, status—and still feel empty? In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest lie about success and why your achievements aren’t making you happy. You’ll learn: ✅ Why external accomplishments don’t lead to fulfillment ✅ The difference betw...
In this powerful episode of the Be The Torch Podcast, I reveal the key to transforming every area of your life: understanding that everything you experience is a reflection of who you are inside. From your relationships with your partner, co-parent, and kids, to your results in business... Everything stems from your thoughts, beliefs, fears, and insecurities. I walk you through the truth that men rarely acknowledge, yet once recognized, it becomes the single most powerful tool for creat...
#80 AI vs. Authentic Intelligence: The Real Secret to Standing Out in Marketing is a fresh take on the mad rush to adopt AI. Yep, AI is here to stay and while it's a viable tool, it is not the ultimate solution for your business. Learn the power of having a foundation of Authentic Intelligence to attract customer who will stay with you for the long haul. In this episode, I explore: The difference between AI and Authentic Intelligence in marketing.Why showing up authentically is key to b...
I'm turning 50! It wasn't easy, however I share the top 5 lessons I've learned in my first 50 years of life that all men, single dads, and entrepreneurs can benefit from. Whether you’re looking to take control of your mornings, build meaningful relationships, or create a thriving business, this episode is packed with valuable insights that can help you level up in every area of life. Thank you for the opportunity to share the powerful lessons I've learned. Looking for more ...
Men Need Transformation—Not Just Change In this powerful episode of Be The Torch, I expose the biggest mistake ambitious single dads make: focusing on quick-fix changes instead of deep transformation. If you’re ready to move past superficial, short-term wins and finally experience true freedom, fulfillment, and success in your health, relationships, and business, tune in. Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits and play in your life? START HERE: Book a Call w...
In this episode of Be The Torch, Cletus Coffey challenges the popular notion that a woman’s top job is to give her man unconditional loyalty. Instead, he reveals why this demand stems from unhealed trauma and misguided masculine posturing—and how true loyalty, respect, and love can be experienced. If you’re a single dad wondering how to build a healthy, fulfilling relationship without the macho BS, this episode is for you. Looking for more training to unlock greater purpose, passion, profits...
In this episode of Be The Torch, I breakdown three common archetypes single dad entrepreneurs fall into—Victim, Fan, and Torchbearer—and how to break free from old outdated broken patterns that are keeping you stuck. I'm a former athlete so I use a powerful sports analogy, to help you learn how to recognize your current state of affairs, shift your mindset, and step into your true authentic role as a leader in your family, business, and life. If you are single dad business owner, hit play n...
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