Career Transformations | with Chip Roper

Send us Fan MailIn 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 Intro00:53 A Memorable First Meeting02:50 Career Turning Point05:23 From Business to Ministry09:31 Transition to New York City16:29 Adapting to City Life22:19 Being a Christian in New York24:21 Respect and Curiosity in New York24:34 Religious Diversity in the City25:29 Challenges for People of Faith25:48 Indulgence and Temptations27:35 Achievement and Ambition29:25 Living Out Faith in New York31:06 Importance of Rhythms and Community34:07 VOCA Center and RKE Partners36:53 Final Thoughts and Advice40:03 Hot Seat QuestionsThings We MentionedThe VocaCenter:  https://www.vocacenter.org RKE Partners: https://rkepartners.com/homeAbout Preston PoorePreston 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, How Is Greater Than What, 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.Learn more about Preston Poore & Associates: https://prestonpoore.comWork with Preston or invite him to speak: https://prestonpoore.com/leadership-development-services/Sign up to receive the P³ Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/prestonpoore.com/thepulseLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/prestonpoore/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/prestonpoore1/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/PoorePreston