🎙️ In this powerful episode of Conversations with Buddy, Buddy sits down with Chris Pineda for a deep conversation on identity, purpose, leadership, and what it truly means to transform from the inside out. Chris shares the heart behind his movement #LiveBeneath and his book Beneath the Transaction, revealing why “transformation is caught, not taught.” 🔥 📖 Chris opens up about his incredible journey through higher education and leadership development — from earning a bachelor’s degree in intercultural peace-building, to a master’s degree in negotiation and conflict resolution from Creighton University, and ultimately a PhD in industrial and organizational psychology. But beyond the credentials, Chris explains why true transformation is spiritual, relational, and deeply personal. ✨ ❤️ One of the most moving moments in his new best seller book, Beneath The Transaction comes when Chris shares the story of his daughter telling him, “You’re a good daddy. I love you. You can go to bed.” That moment became a powerful reminder of grace, identity, and the “breath of life” we all long for in a world filled with pressure, performance, and transaction-driven living. This conversation will challenge you to slow down, become present, and wrestle with your true purpose. 🌍 Chris also dives into the mission behind “Groundwork,” a world-class leadership institute focused on culture, intentionality, and transformational growth. From Filipino heritage and the tradition of Mano po, to vulnerability, purpose, and leadership that lasts, this episode explores how culture and relationships shape who we become. “Transformation does not compartmentalize” is a theme woven throughout the entire conversation. 🙌 💡 Alongside insights from leadership voices like Scott Wiegal and Jared Virtue, this episode unpacks the realities of becoming — not just celebrating what works, but learning from struggle, discomfort, and moments of survival. If you’ve ever felt stuck between transaction and transformation, this episode will encourage you to lead intentionally, love deeply, and never stop becoming. 🎧🔥 #LiveBeneath 🔥 #Transformation 🧠#BeneathTheTransaction 👈#LeadershipDevelopment 🙌#Purpose ✨#Leadership ⚔️ #ConversationsWithBuddy 🎙️ 🙏 Subscribe to Conversations with Buddy for more conversations that inspire faith, leadership, and impact. _ _ _ For more stories like this, go to: https://www.youtube.com/@BuddyJamesPuckett If you or someone you know want to be on the podcast, please reach out to me on Instagram @conversationswithbuddy or text me at 503-851-8031. _ _ _ About Buddy Puckett:Buddy Puckett has been in the mortgage and finance space and mentoring men for over 25 years. A mentoring opportunity all started when he first began in the mortgage industry in 1998, when he began to mentor a younger guy who happened to be married. This person was not making great choices and it was sadly affecting his marriage. We all are 1 decision away from something really dumb, so accountability became something Buddy knew he needed as well. Buddy’s wife, Shawn, suggested he start a podcast in 2022 to share the stories of people who have struggled,failed, overcame by realizing the life of love, joy and peace is only available through a relationship with Jesus Christ! “Jesus said to him, ’I am the way, and the truth and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me’.” John 14:6 Buddy Puckett NMLS #270057, Arizona BK#0018883, AZ LO-1032154; OR ML-176 For more licensing information, please visit www.guildmortgage.com/licensing. The positions, strategies or opinions of the author do not necessarily represent the positions, strategies or opinions of Guild Mortgage Company or its affiliates. Guild Mortgage Company: Equal Housing Opportunity, NMLS #3274 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org).
