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 Force Academy—despite rejection, doubt, and voices telling him it wasn’t possible.
This episode explores:
- Why trust can feel unsafe—and how it gets tested
- How vision, intention, and committed action shape real results
- The stories we tell about ourselves (and how they either limit or liberate us)
- Letting go of the past to create a future aligned with purpose
- Why trust is essential for personal growth, leadership, and transformation
With honesty, humor (yes—dad jokes), and spiritual reflection, Gabriel invites listeners to examine the narratives they’re living from and asks a powerful question:
Is the story you’re telling breathing life into your past—or fueling the future you’re meant to create?
If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, questioned your path, or wondered whether growth really has to be so hard—this episode is for you.
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Come as you are. Stay curious. And let the adventure begin.
RESOURCES
- Website: www.navigatingleaders.com
- The Results Tree (Available April 7): https://shop.harpandswordmedia.com/products/the-results-tree
- The Four Agreements (Amazon): https://a.co/d/fXhRWsR
CONNECT WITH GABRIEL
🎥 YouTube: @navigatingleaders
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ABOUT GABRIEL
Gabriel Griess is a retired US Air Force officer, the CEO of Excel Medical Staffing and MedForceX, and the founder of Navigating Leaders. A graduate of the elite Air Force Weapons School, he has spent decades leading teams in high-pressure environments and equipping others to reach their full potential. As a combat veteran and an entrepreneur, Gabriel helps individuals cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and the ability to create lasting impact.
An internationally sought-after keynote speaker, he addresses audiences on personal transformation, strategic leadership, and veteran empowerment. The Results Tree is the framework he lives by, and when applied, it will unearth your destiny.