Beyond Boundaries: Faith in Business with David Lutes

In this episode of 'Your Daily Chocolate, Patty welcomes David Lutes, who shares his fascinating transition from an angry skeptic to a passionate organizational development coach and leadership mentor. David details his early resistance to Christianity, his profound spiritual awakening in South Africa, and his eventual dedication to servant leadership in the corporate world. The conversation covers his philosophy on lifelong learning, the integration of faith and professional life, and David's impactful work across various countries. Listen and find inspiring insights on authentic leadership, purpose, and effective coaching.Find more about David Lutes Website: https://www.under-new-management.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dlutes/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@davelutes6535 Episode Highlights:00:00 Welcome Back After Hiatus00:26 Introducing David Lutes01:36 David's Early Life and Journey to Faith04:22 Life-Changing Experience in South Africa09:38 Transition to Ministry and Corporate World11:42 Discovering a New Path in Organizational Development14:02 Becoming an Expert in Deming Principles18:41 A Surprising Encounter with a Former Prime Minister19:14 Discovering a New Mission in Life19:55 Transforming Lives in Post-Soviet Countries20:42 Blending Faith and Professional Life23:07 A Memorable Experience in Fiji25:04 Living Faith Authentically in the Workplace28:50 Balancing Personal and Professional Life31:56 Upcoming Projects and Personal Reflections33:24 Rapid Fire Questions and Closing Thoughts