The 9–5 Exit Plan

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, and Human Potential Project founder Chris Majer. Chris shares insights from decades of helping leaders and organizations navigate disruption, innovation, and transformation. We discuss the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, the future of leadership, how businesses can stay competitive, and why human potential remains the u...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with attorney and entrepreneur Scherrie L. Prince to discuss business ownership, governance, succession planning, and long-term business design. Scherrie shares insights from advising founders, entrepreneurs, and closely held companies on how to create clarity around ownership, reduce risk, and build businesses that can survive transitions, disputes, an...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with entrepreneur and Executive Help Now CEO Renee Hastings to discuss delegation, leadership, productivity, and building businesses that create freedom instead of burnout. Renee shares lessons from her entrepreneurial journey and explains how virtual assistance, business operations support, and smarter systems can help entrepreneurs reclaim their time...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with U.S. Marine Officer, author, and leadership mentor Olaolu Ogunyemi. Olaolu shares lessons from his journey as a Marine, father, entrepreneur, and founder of Parent-Child-Connect. We discuss mentorship, servant leadership, parenting, resilience, and what it takes to empower the next generation in a world filled with distractions and challenges. If y...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with healer and relationship transformation expert Ben Oofana. Ben shares his remarkable journey from studying Native American healing traditions and Taoist practices to developing a powerful system for emotional healing and personal transformation. We discuss childhood trauma, unhealthy relationship patterns, emotional resilience, meditation, and the p...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with entrepreneur and business mentor George Rivera to discuss entrepreneurship, leadership, time freedom, and the hidden personal cost of business success. George shares lessons from building a $200 million company while realizing that achievement without presence can quietly damage family relationships and personal fulfillment. We also discuss “found...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with speaker, author, and communication expert Dr. Danny Brassell to discuss storytelling, leadership, influence, and business growth. Danny shares lessons from speaking to thousands of audiences worldwide and explains how entrepreneurs can use storytelling and communication to build stronger brands, attract clients, and create lasting impact. We also...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with criminal defense attorney, former prosecutor, and legal analyst James Porfido to discuss the realities of the criminal justice system. James shares lessons from more than 35 years in law and explains what he learned from working on both sides of the courtroom. We also discuss fairness, media coverage of criminal cases, legal misconceptions, and th...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with coach, speaker, and author Scott Maderer to discuss purpose, stewardship, leadership, mindset, and living authentically. Scott shares lessons from his journey from education into entrepreneurship while explaining how people can align their time, talents, and resources to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life. We also discuss mindset shifts,...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with author, speaker, and leadership expert Ilene Marcus to discuss emotional intelligence, leadership, resilience, and managing difficult people in business and life. Ilene shares lessons from leading more than 10,000 employees across multiple industries while explaining how self-awareness, communication, and mindset shape success as an entrepreneur a...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with entrepreneur, Marine, and resilience advocate Jay Setchell to discuss perseverance, faith, mindset, and overcoming adversity. Jay shares lessons from surviving multiple near-death experiences, paralysis, and more than 70 surgeries, while continuing to push forward with purpose and determination.

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with psychologist, talent agent, and performance coach Dr. Albert Bramante to discuss mindset, confidence, self-sabotage, and peak performance. Dr. Bramante shares lessons from over two decades in the entertainment industry and explains how psychology, hypnosis, and NLP can help people overcome fear, imposter syndrome, and limiting beliefs. We also dis...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with digital strategist and Uplift 360 founder Wes Towers to discuss business growth, SEO, websites, marketing, and authenticity in the digital age. Wes shares lessons from building his agency over the past two decades and explains how businesses can attract more customers online without relying on hype or complicated marketing tactics. We also discuss...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with organizational architect and operator Danny Carpio to discuss AI, entrepreneurship, self-scale, and the future of work. Danny shares lessons from building systems behind startups and organizations that raised millions in capital and explains why traditional work structures are rapidly changing in the modern world. We also discuss AI, leverage, mod...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with podcasting expert and Hall of Fame inductee Dave Jackson to discuss podcasting, entrepreneurship, consistency, and building a platform online. Dave shares lessons from starting the School of Podcasting in 2005, overcoming personal setbacks, and helping thousands of creators launch successful podcasts. We also discuss fear, consistency, branding, au...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , I sit down with entrepreneur and bestselling author Joe Rockey to discuss sales psychology, leadership, motivation, and business performance. Joe shares lessons from building 29 companies and explains why understanding human behavior is the key to improving sales, fixing leadership problems, and creating stronger business systems. We also discuss incentives, burn...

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan , Regina Huber shares insights on leadership, entrepreneurship, mindset, burnout, and building success with authenticity and freedom. We discuss self-leadership, personal growth, and how entrepreneurs can create meaningful success without sacrificing themselves in the process. Connect with Regina:https://transformyourperformance.com/leadwithedge

In the very first episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, we talk about why so many people feel stuck financially and how entrepreneurship can become a pathway to freedom. From mindset and ambition to modern business opportunities for graduates and young entrepreneurs, this episode introduces the mission behind the podcast and the journey toward building income, purpose, and independence in today’s world.