Escaping Founder Prison & Buying Back Your Life with George Rivera

Leading Through Change, Purpose, and the Future of Work with Carlee Wolfe

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with leadership strategist, coach, and transformation expert Carlee Wolfe. With more than 20 years of experience leading talent, culture, and organizational change at companies like Under Armour, Hyatt Hotels, and the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, Carlee shares practical insights on leadership, resilience, career growth, and navigating uncertainty. We discuss the future of work, AI, purpose-driven careers, and the powerful frameworks she uses to help individuals and organizations move forward with clarity, confidence, and curiosity. If you’re looking to grow as a leader, navigate change more effectively, or create a career with greater purpose and impact, this episode is for you.

Your Past Doesn’t Define You: Turning Pain Into Purpose with Pam Dwyer

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and Delay the Binge™ Podcast host Pam Dwyer. Pam shares her journey from a childhood marked by adversity to becoming a voice for resilience, healing, and personal growth. We discuss quiet depletion, emotional exhaustion, behavioral patterns, and why lasting change begins in the pause before the reaction. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, or successful on the outside while struggling internally, this conversation will provide practical tools, hope, and a new perspective on how to move forward.

The Power of Showing Up with Daryl Dittmer

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, investor, and coach Daryl Dittmer. Daryl shares lessons from a life built through hard work, discipline, personal responsibility, and the willingness to show up when it matters most. We discuss entrepreneurship, self-respect, consistency, overcoming adversity, and why success often comes down to mastering the simple habits that many people overlook. If you’re looking to create more clarity, purpose, and freedom in your life, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

Millionaire at 26: Building a Multi-Seven-Figure Business with Chris McManus

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with entrepreneur and business owner Chris McManus. After launching a landscaping company straight out of high school, Chris grew the business into a multi-seven-figure operation within seven years and became a millionaire at just 26 years old. We discuss entrepreneurship, business growth, wealth creation, leadership, and the hard lessons that come with scaling companies. Chris also shares insights from building multiple businesses and his vision for reaching a $25 million valuation. If you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or someone looking to create financial freedom, this episode delivers practical lessons and real-world experience.

Building a Business That Lasts Beyond You with Michael T. Brown

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with counselor, leadership consultant, and author Michael T. Brown. With more than 25 years of experience helping individuals, families, organizations, and communities overcome challenges, Michael shares powerful lessons on resilience, leadership, personal growth, and purpose. We discuss how people can break through setbacks, develop stronger mindsets, build meaningful success, and create a lasting impact in both business and life. If you’re striving to become a better leader, entrepreneur, or version of yourself, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and inspiration.