P³ with Preston Poore
P³ with Preston Poore aims to equip and empower emerging leaders, particularly Millennials, by sharing insights on leadership and faith in the workplace. Leveraging Preston Poore's extensive experience, training expertise, and books "Discipled Leader" and "21 Days to Sound Decision Making," the podcast will feature engaging discussions with leaders, exploring what excellence looks like and sharing their personal stories.
P³ with Preston Poore
Career Transformations | with Chip Roper
In this episode of P³ (P-cubed) with Preston Poore, Dr. Chip Roper shares his journey of integrating faith and work, moving from a pastor to a leadership consultant. Dr. Roper discusses his career pivots and the challenges of transitioning from ministry to business. He provides insights into maintaining spiritual rhythms and community, especially in a bustling city, and highlights the importance of serving others in leadership roles. The episode also covers his work with RKE Partners and The VOCA Center, offering professional and faith-based guidance for individuals and organizations.
00:00 Intro
00:53 A Memorable First Meeting
02:50 Career Turning Point
05:23 From Business to Ministry
09:31 Transition to New York City
16:29 Adapting to City Life
22:19 Being a Christian in New York
24:21 Respect and Curiosity in New York
24:34 Religious Diversity in the City
25:29 Challenges for People of Faith
25:48 Indulgence and Temptations
27:35 Achievement and Ambition
29:25 Living Out Faith in New York
31:06 Importance of Rhythms and Community
34:07 VOCA Center and RKE Partners
36:53 Final Thoughts and Advice
40:03 Hot Seat Questions
Things We Mentioned
The VocaCenter: https://www.vocacenter.org
RKE Partners: https://rkepartners.com/home
About Preston Poore
Preston Poore is a former Coca-Cola executive who practices what he preaches. He uses his wealth of hard-earned experience in the corporate arena to help emerging leaders and millennials reach their potential—all while staying true to his values, purpose, and goals.
Preston is a Certified Maxwell Leadership Team Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer, and Executive Coach. Through his books, Discipled Leader (2022 Selah Awards Nonfiction Book of the Year) and 21 Days to Sound Decision Making, his blog, and podcast, he seeks to help people become redemptive influences in their workplaces and live more fulfilling lives.
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