Navigating Leaders

Why do some leaders thrive under pressure while others lose momentum when life gets hard? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess sits down with championship-winning coach Corey M. Henderson Sr. to explore what it really takes to build a winning culture, lead through adversity, and stay committed when success doesn't come overnight. From losing his corporate career...

You know what you should do, so why do you still feel stuck? Most people don't struggle because they lack information. They struggle because they never turn what they know into consistent action. In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess sits down with growth coach Brandon Smeltzer, founder of Undefeated Growth, to explore why some people make meaningful progress whil...

Have you ever felt like you've wandered too far, made too many mistakes, or become someone you never intended to be? Whether you're carrying regret, struggling with shame, feeling disconnected from God, or watching someone you love walk a difficult path, this episode is a powerful reminder that no one is beyond grace. In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess sha...

Why do some leaders earn trust, influence, and opportunity while others struggle to make a lasting impact? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess sits down with Gary Watson for a conversation about one of the most overlooked factors in leadership and success. If you've ever wondered why certain relationships open doors, why some people naturally attract trust, or w...

Are you spending your energy on the wrong things? Most leaders don’t lose their way because they lack talent, ambition, or opportunity. They lose their way because they get distracted.  In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess introduces a powerful framework he calls “The Puzzle or the Path.” Through a simple but unforgettable illustration, he explores why so many people...

What if your carpet cleaner carried a calling that had nothing to do with carpets? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess sits down with Sam Trevino, a father of six, man of faith, and founder of Made Clean Janitorial Services. Sam leads with purpose, and his company motto comes straight from Hebrews 9:14. It shows in everything he does. But before his business, be...

When was the last time you truly chose to rest? Not because you were forced to slow down, but because you intentionally made space to renew, reflect, and reset. In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess makes the case for something most high achievers resist: taking a sabbatical. Not just a vacation, but intentional time to unplug, reflect, and refuel. Drawing from th...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “happy wife, happy life” a thousand times. But what if we’ve been missing the point? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess shares a simple moment with his wife, Kristie, and son, Preston, that completely reframed what it means to truly love, serve, and honor the people closest to us. At a time when the world feels filled with confl...

What happens when a young woman takes her faith from the White House to a war zone and turns it into a lifelong mission to protect the most vulnerable? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast, host Gabriel Griess sits down with Allison Higgins, J.D. - attorney, anti-human trafficking advocate, and co-founder of CoverGov. Allison's story is anything but ordinary. From a church plant...

In this behind-the-scenes episode of the Navigating Leaders Podcast, host Gabriel Griess sits down with Marcos Perez, CEO of Harp & Sword Media, to unpack the story behind The Results Tree and  tackle a question so many people are asking: Why am I doing everything right and still not getting the results I want? What began as a more than 20-year idea has become a message that is impacting lives...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess challenges you to dig deep and ask yourself: Are you living the life you really want? Drawing from his new book, The Results Tree , Gabriel explores the powerful concept of results as the clearest indicator of whether your life is aligned with the vision placed on your heart. While goals can fade or shift, re...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess challenges a common belief about success: what if quitting isn’t failure, but one of the most important decisions you can make? Drawing from his new book, The Results Tree , Gabriel explores the powerful concept of committed action and why knowing what to quit is just as important as knowing what to pursue. H...

What if the difference between wishing for change and actually creating it came down to one thing: clear intentions? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess explores the transformative power of having clear intentions. Drawing from his new book, The Results Tree , Gabriel unpacks why this is more than simply setting goals or making resolutions. Clear intention is no...

In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel Griess explores a powerful question: What happens when you lose sight of the vision you were meant to live? Drawing from his new book, The Results Tree , Gabriel unpacks why vision is one of the most powerful forces in personal growth and leadership. Vision is more than a motivational idea. It’s a compass for life. When clearly defin...

Do you ever feel like life tries to put you in a box? One career, title, or identity? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast, host Gabriel Griess sits down with longtime friend, Air Force Colonel, entrepreneur, and public servant Erik “EZ” Brine to explore what it means to live a life that refuses to be defined by a single role. Erik’s story is a powerful example of how a person can lea...

What does real leadership actually look like? In this episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess explores a powerful truth: Leadership doesn’t begin with influence, authority, or position; it begins inside of you. Drawing inspiration from historical and spiritual leaders such as Gandhi, Christ, Nelson Mandela, and Mother Teresa, Gabriel examines what made their leadership so impact...

Where does purpose actually come from? In this powerful episode of The Navigating Leaders Podcast , Gabriel Griess sits down with faith-driven entrepreneur, pastor, and leadership mentor Mark Moreno to explore a surprising truth: Purpose is often born through pain. Mark shares his personal story of building a thriving church and ministry only to see everything he had built taken away in a painful...

What would your life look like if fear no longer controlled your decisions? In this powerful solo episode of Navigating Leaders , Gabriel Greiss explores the true nature of fear: what it is, where it comes from, and how it quietly limits the life you were designed to live.  From childhood conditioning to adult patterns of safety and control, Gabriel reveals how fear often shows up as stories we te...

What happens when you gain everything the world says should make you happy—fame, success, money, influence—and still feel empty inside? In this powerful episode of Navigating Leaders , Gabriel sits down with former British Royal Marine Commando, entrepreneur, and spiritual seeker Geoff Barker, whose life journey took him from elite military service to celebrity circles, addiction, and ultimately a...

What comes to mind when you hear the word risk ? In this deeply personal episode of Navigating Leaders , Gabriel demonstrates that the greatest risks we face aren’t always physical, they’re emotional. They’re relational. They’re the moments when we choose whether to protect ourselves or to live honestly and boldly. Through a powerful story involving his wife and a simple evening at home, Gabriel u...

What drives the decisions you make every day? In this episode of Navigating Leaders , Gabriel challenges you to take an honest look at your priorities and whether those priorities are being intentionally chosen or unintentionally shaped by the pressures of daily life. Gabriel introduces a powerful priority framework that reshaped his own life: God → Self → Spouse → Kids → Mission → Currency While...

In this special episode of Navigating Leaders , the tables are turned. Host Gabriel Greiss is interviewed by guest host Daniel Hopkins in a conversation that pulls back the curtain on Gabriel’s story, his leadership journey, and the personal “why” behind the mission of Navigating Leaders. Gabriel shares candid reflections on his military background, his daily practices, his faith, and the seasons...

In this inaugural episode of Navigating Leaders , host Gabriel Griess invites listeners to pause, reflect, and step fully into the present moment. Beginning with a simple but powerful question, “ Can you accept that you are exactly where you’re supposed to be right now?” Gabriel sets the foundation for a journey of self-awareness, leadership, and emotional honesty. Drawing from his background as a...

Do you trust me? It’s a simple question—but for many of us, it’s deeply triggering. In Episode 2 of the Navigating Leaders Podcast , host Gabriel continues the conversation that began with triggers by diving into the foundation beneath them: trust . Through a deeply personal and faith-anchored story, Gabriel shares his journey from growing up on a Nebraska farm to earning a place at the U.S. Air F...

Is balance something you achieve or something you practice? In Episode 3, Gabriel challenges one of the most common (and damaging) myths we believe about life, leadership, and success: that balance is a fixed destination we’re supposed to arrive at . Through a powerful near-death experience while rock climbing, Gabriel illustrates a life-changing truth: balance is dynamic, not static. It’s somethi...