Master Yourself & Lead Better with Ilene Marcus

Leading the Next Generation with Purpose with Olaolu Ogunyemi

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 you’re a parent, entrepreneur, educator, or aspiring leader looking to make a lasting impact, this conversation will inspire you to lead with greater purpose and intention.

Healing the Past to Create a Better Future with Ben Oofana

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 process of creating healthier relationships and a more fulfilling life. This conversation is filled with practical insights for anyone looking to overcome emotional obstacles, heal from past experiences, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose. Main Websitebenoofana.com [https://benoofana.com/]My primary site, where people can learn more about my background, articles, and the work I do. I also offer individual sessions both remotely by phone and in-person.Meditation & Trainingteachmetomeditate.com [https://teachmetomeditate.com/]Focused on personalized meditation guidance and developing a grounded, consistent practice.Breakup First Aidbreakupfirstaid.com [https://breakupfirstaid.com/]Support for the acute stage of heartbreak, helping people stabilize and begin working through the intensity of what they’re experiencing.Heal My Heartachehealmyheartache.com [https://healmyheartache.com/]A deeper program focused on working through attachment patterns and emotional wounds to create more stable, fulfilling relationships.YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@benoofana [https://www.youtube.com/@benoofana]Long-form videos where I go deeper into these topics.Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/benoofana/ [https://www.instagram.com/benoofana/]Shorter insights and updates.If anything I’ve shared resonates, you can reach me through my contact form at benoofana.com/contact [https://benoofana.com/contact]I do respond, so if you don’t hear back, assume I didn’t receive it and feel free to try again or reach out via Instagram or Facebook

Escaping Founder Prison & Buying Back Your Life with George Rivera

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 “founder prison,” leadership systems, delegation, buying back time, and how entrepreneurs can build businesses that create both growth and freedom.

How Storytelling Builds Influence & Business with Dr. Danny Brassell

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 discuss public speaking, reading, audience connection, and the role authentic communication plays in modern business success.

Inside the Criminal Justice System with James Porfido

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 the inequalities that can exist within the justice system.