In this episode, I sit down with a straight-up legend—Jeff Hoffman, the guy behind Priceline.com, U-Bid, and a ton of other ventures that have changed the game in business and beyond.

But this isn’t just about business. This is about thinking different—about how to stay curious, how to bounce back from failure, and how to create something real from absolutely nothing.

Jeff breaks down how he approaches new ideas, why customer feedback matters more than your ego, and what it actually takes to build momentum—even when you feel stuck, broke, or unsure of where to start.

If you're in a season where you're trying to figure things out, this one’s gonna hit. It’s raw, real, and full of the kind of wisdom they don’t teach you in school.

🎧 Tap in and let this one rewire your mindset.

✅ What You’ll Walk Away With:

• How to start building—even with no money or connections
• The mindset shift that separates successful people from stuck ones
• Why failure isn’t the end—it’s the entrance
• How to use curiosity to unlock opportunities
• Jeff’s go-to strategies for creating clarity and momentum
• What real success looks like (and how to define it for yourself)
• Why surrounding yourself with the right people changes everything
• How to turn your story into impact

⏱️ Timestamps:

00:00 – The Power of Perception in Business
02:56 – Curiosity as a Catalyst for Innovation
05:48 – The Importance of Customer Feedback
08:52 – Learning from Failure
12:13 – Building Momentum After Setbacks
14:59 – The Art of Focus in Entrepreneurship
29:49 – Understanding Value: Is It Worth Your Time?
31:59 – Knowing When to Pivot: The Art of Quitting
39:14 – The Role of Mentorship in Personal Growth
44:32 – Engagement: The Key to Lifelong Learning
51:51 – Redefining Success: Beyond Money and Fame
57:24 – Leaving a Legacy: Impact Over Income

🔗 Connect with Joe:

🌎 Website: joedepaola.me
📸 Instagram: @joeydepaola
🔗 LinkedIn: Joe De-Paola

🔗 Connect with Jeff Hoffman:

🌎 Website: jeffhoffman.com
📸 Instagram: @jeffhoffman.official