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EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 14 MIN

Balls & Brains: Overcoming Fear and Building a Life That Matters with Chris Woods

from The 9–5 Exit Plan · host Abraham Donatus

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with Certified Professional Coach, author, and former Google sales leader Chris Woods.Chris shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Boston to becoming a four-time global C-suite executive, and how a near-death experience at age 40 forced him to completely redefine success.We discuss fear, courage, personal growth, leadership, and the powerful framework behind his book Balls & Brains.If you’re ready to stop playing small, overcome self-imposed limitations, and build a life aligned with your strengths, this episode is for you.

In this episode of 9-5 Exit Plan, I sit down with Certified Professional Coach, author, and former Google sales leader Chris Woods.Chris shares his journey from a challenging upbringing in Boston to becoming a four-time global C-suite executive, and how a near-death experience at age 40 forced him to completely redefine success.We discuss fear, courage, personal growth, leadership, and the powerful framework behind his book Balls & Brains.If you’re ready to stop playing small, overcome self-imposed limitations, and build a life aligned with your strengths, this episode is for you.

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