Episode Summary In this deeply reflective conversation, host Gary Pinkerton is joined by Dale Young—business coach, author, and leadership mentor—and Paul Seitz, former nuclear submarine commander and financial stewardship advocate, for an exploration of faith, purpose, leadership, and business alignment. The episode centers around Dale Young's book, The Power of Aligning Faith and Business, and examines how entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals can discover their God-given calling while building meaningful businesses and lives. Drawing from decades of leadership experience, personal spiritual growth, military service, coaching, and entrepreneurship, the conversation explores the intersection of identity, purpose, stewardship, and success. Dale shares his journey from a late-life Christian awakening to discovering his calling as a coach helping people uncover their unique gifts and align them with meaningful work. He introduces concepts from his coaching framework, including the "Triad of Significant Impact" — identity, community, and calling — and explains how tools like CliftonStrengths and Working Genius can help people discover their natural talents. Paul Seitz reflects on lessons learned from submarine leadership, family life, financial stewardship, and faith. He discusses the importance of daily spiritual alignment, giving the "first fruits" of the day to God, and allowing one's natural gifts to guide purpose and service. Gary contributes personal reflections about business ownership, self-reliance, entrepreneurship, and spiritual maturity, emphasizing how discovering one's talents can ultimately lead to creating impact at scale through leadership and business. Together, the three discuss: How people discover their purpose and calling The importance of daily alignment with God Leadership rooted in faith rather than pressure or control Why many business owners feel isolated and disconnected The role of stewardship in finances and life How joy and energy reveal alignment with one's gifts The concept of "complete and aligned success" Why entrepreneurship can be a vehicle for service and impact The episode is both philosophical and practical, offering listeners a roadmap for discovering deeper meaning in their work while building businesses and lives grounded in faith, joy, peace, and purpose. Links & Resources The Power of Aligning Your Faith & Business: The Proven Way to Clear Direction, Fulfilling Results, and Joyful Peacehttps://coachdale.com/ Connect with Gary Pinkerton The Perpetual Wealth Strategy at Paradigm Life gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net Home | Gary Pinkerton Contact Informat