Behind A Few Good Men: Justice, Service, and Faith with David Iglesias

Today on The Servant Leadership Podcast, we’re honored to have David Iglaysias with us to share his journey and insights on leadership, faith, and the intersection of politics and law.David is an accomplished American attorney and is currently the Director of the Wheaton Center for Faith, Politics, and Economics in Illinois, where he also serves as the Jean and E. Floyd Kvamme Associate Professor of Politics and Law.David was appointed by President George W. Bush as the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico, serving in this role for six years. He’s known for his integrity and dedication to justice, exemplifying the principles of servant leadership through his commitment to public service and ethical conduct.In the movie “A Few Good Men,” Tom Cruise plays a character inspired by David and a case he was a part of involving Marines at Guantanamo Bay. Today, David will share his insights on how faith, integrity, and servant leadership can drive success and foster a more just and compassionate society. Join us as we explore his inspiring journey and gain valuable lessons on servant leadership from his remarkable career.

Timestamps:
00:00 David Iglesias Intro
00:53 Welcome David Iglesias
01:03 David's Career Path
03:08 US Attorney Leadership Shaping Experience
05:03 Surprise of Position's High Visibility
06:41 Movie - A Few Good Men
10:28 Fired From US Attorney Position
15:15 Two Significant Life Experiences
17:02 Running For Political Office
19:00 Mentors Who Impacted David's Life
20:16 Thoughts About Servant Leadership
21:23 Examples of Good Servant Leaders
22:51 Advice For Today's Student Leaders
25:05 Work Life Balance Advice
28:21 Military Training Impact
30:19 Business Lessons Learned In The Military
32:04 Life Lessons To Share
33:54 Ten Rapid-Fire Questions
37:03 Closing

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