Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness Castos https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness is a business leadership program that brings boardroom-level insight to today’s most complex and high-stakes corporate environments. Each episode explores real-world challenges in leadership, workplace culture, compliance, and organizational risk, offering candid conversations and practical perspectives on the pressures executives face when critical decisions must be made. The show is hosted by Vikita Poindexter, a nationally recognized authority in HR, leadership, and compliance. As the Founder and CEO of Poindexter Consulting Group, LLC, she brings more than 35 years of executive experience and serves as a trusted advisor to CEOs, attorneys, regulators, and policymakers operating in high-risk environments. Drawing on her experience in investigations, corporate restructures, and executive strategy, Poindexter shares raw, actionable insights that go beyond theory. Lead with Grace, Grit & Greatness equips leaders with the clarity, courage, and practical tools needed to lead with integrity, strengthen governance, and make impactful decisions in today’s demanding business landscape. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:11:47 +0000 en © 2026 https://episodes.castos.com/6754362e2c0834-61544207/images/LeadWithGraceGritAndGreatness-VOD-1400x1400.jpg Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness is a business leadership program that brings boardroom-level insight to today’s most complex and high-stakes corporate environments. Each episode explores real-world challenges in leadership, workplace culture, compliance, and organizational risk, offering candid conversations and practical perspectives on the pressures executives face when critical decisions must be made. The show is hosted by Vikita Poindexter, a nationally recognized authority in HR, leadership, and compliance. As the Founder and CEO of Poindexter Consulting Group, LLC, she brings more than 35 years of executive experience and serves as a trusted advisor to CEOs, attorneys, regulators, and policymakers operating in high-risk environments. Drawing on her experience in investigations, corporate restructures, and executive strategy, Poindexter shares raw, actionable insights that go beyond theory. Lead with Grace, Grit & Greatness equips leaders with the clarity, courage, and practical tools needed to lead with integrity, strengthen governance, and make impactful decisions in today’s demanding business landscape. Juan D Guevara Torres episodic Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness is a business leadership program that brings boardroom-level insight to today’s most complex and high-stakes corporate environments. Each episode explores real-world challenges in leadership, workplace culture, compliance, and organizational risk, offering candid conversations and practical perspectives on the pressures executives face when critical decisions must be made. The show is hosted by Vikita Poindexter, a nationally recognized authority in HR, leadership, and compliance. As the Founder and CEO of Poindexter Consulting Group, LLC, she brings more than 35 years of executive experience and serves as a trusted advisor to CEOs, attorneys, regulators, and policymakers operating in high-risk environments. Drawing on her experience in investigations, corporate restructures, and executive strategy, Poindexter shares raw, actionable insights that go beyond theory. Lead with Grace, Grit & Greatness equips leaders with the clarity, courage, and practical tools needed to lead with integrity, strengthen governance, and make impactful decisions in today’s demanding business landscape. Juan D Guevara Torres juan@nowmedia.tv false https://feeds.castos.com/jn4wm yes <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-23-26) Dr. Mike on Healthcare, Leadership & Honest Med Spa]]> Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:11:47 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2430806 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/leading-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-04-23-26-dr-mike-on-healthcare-leadership-honest-me In this powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Nikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Mike, founder of Honest Med Spa, to explore leadership in modern healthcare. From urgent care pressures to building a patient-centered concierge practice, Dr. Mike shares his journey, challenges, and mission to restore trust in medicine.

Discover how empathy, integrity, and listening redefine patient care, plus insights on weight loss, aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and the realities of insurance-driven systems. This episode is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration on leading with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness
  • (00:00:44) - How caregiving changed my life
  • (00:03:28) - How to care for your skin with no insurance
  • (00:05:13) - What Makes a Healthcare Leader?
  • (00:08:20) - Urgent Care Is Insurance Driven
  • (00:11:41) - Private Practice Confrontation
  • (00:16:16) - What do patients need most from a medical provider?
  • (00:17:09) - How to grow your business on a part-time basis
  • (00:19:06) - How to go from a full-time provider to a part-
  • (00:23:05) - How to Get the Most Out of Your Botox
  • (00:24:57) - Are You Becoming a Concierge Doctor?
  • (00:26:57) - HOLIDAXA MED SPEAK: Esthetics and
  • (00:31:53) - Former LA Med Spa Provider opens up in Tennessee
  • (00:34:04) - Do All Your Anesthetics Well?
  • (00:36:10) - Dr. Mike at Honest Med Spa
  • (00:39:19) - Dr. James Dobson on His Personal Growth
  • (00:41:46) - What advice would you give aspiring medical professionals?
  • (00:43:22) - How to Protect Your Peace and Personal Wellbeing
  • (00:44:33) - How Honest Med Spa will leave a legacy
  • (00:46:19) - What would you say to hospital CEOs about quality of care?
  • (00:49:16) - What Does That Dash Mean For Your Personal Legacy?
  • (00:50:23) - Dr. Mike
]]> false In this powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Nikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Mike, founder of Honest Med Spa, to explore leadership in modern healthcare. From urgent care pressures to building a patient-centered concierge practice, Dr. Mike shares his journey, challenges, and mission to restore trust in medicine.

Discover how empathy, integrity, and listening redefine patient care, plus insights on weight loss, aesthetics, regenerative medicine, and the realities of insurance-driven systems. This episode is a must-watch for healthcare professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking inspiration on leading with purpose, resilience, and authenticity.

]]> 00:51:29 <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) Transformational Leadership, School Safety & Community Trus]]> Sat, 18 Apr 2026 02:16:23 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2424828 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/leading-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-04-16-26-transformational-leadership-school-safety-c Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) as host Vikita Poindexter sits down with retired Police Chief Joe Paulino. This inspiring episode explores how to lead with integrity, build community trust, and create safer school environments without fear. Learn how mentorship, discipline, and compassionate leadership can transform young lives and reduce violence in schools. Chief Paulino shares real-world strategies on youth engagement, cross-agency partnerships, and human trafficking prevention—offering actionable lessons for leaders, educators, and communities alike.

From rebuilding credibility in law enforcement to empowering the next generation, this conversation dives deep into what it truly means to lead with purpose and humanity. Don’t miss this impactful discussion on leadership, public safety, and legacy.

]]> false Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-16-26) as host Vikita Poindexter sits down with retired Police Chief Joe Paulino. This inspiring episode explores how to lead with integrity, build community trust, and create safer school environments without fear. Learn how mentorship, discipline, and compassionate leadership can transform young lives and reduce violence in schools. Chief Paulino shares real-world strategies on youth engagement, cross-agency partnerships, and human trafficking prevention—offering actionable lessons for leaders, educators, and communities alike.

From rebuilding credibility in law enforcement to empowering the next generation, this conversation dives deep into what it truly means to lead with purpose and humanity. Don’t miss this impactful discussion on leadership, public safety, and legacy.

]]> 00:40:30 <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-09-26) Leadership, Faith & Mental Strength with Dr. Harold Weber]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:53:45 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2417921 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-04-09-26-leadership-faith-mental-strength-with-dr-haro Dive into Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-09-26), a powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness featuring Dr. Harold Weber—pastor, therapist, and founder of Create Thirst Academy. This inspiring conversation explores real leadership, mental resilience, faith, and the importance of serving others with purpose.

Discover how leaders can stay grounded under pressure, overcome emotional burnout, and lead with authenticity in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Weber shares insights on personal growth, community impact, youth empowerment, and mental health—offering practical wisdom for anyone striving to become their best self.

]]> false Dive into Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-09-26), a powerful episode of Leading With Grace, Grit, and Greatness featuring Dr. Harold Weber—pastor, therapist, and founder of Create Thirst Academy. This inspiring conversation explores real leadership, mental resilience, faith, and the importance of serving others with purpose.

Discover how leaders can stay grounded under pressure, overcome emotional burnout, and lead with authenticity in today’s fast-paced world. Dr. Weber shares insights on personal growth, community impact, youth empowerment, and mental health—offering practical wisdom for anyone striving to become their best self.

]]> 00:54:08 <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 04-02-26) Building Trust, Leadership & Community Safet]]> Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:18:51 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2413891 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-04-02-26-building-trust-leadership-community-safet Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-02-26) featuring Zee McKnight, CEO of District Charter Patrol. This episode dives deep into leadership, security, and community trust—exploring how true protection goes beyond presence and is rooted in purpose, preparation, and people-first leadership.

From overcoming personal adversity to leading high-performing teams, McKnight shares how discipline, empathy, and transparency shape effective leadership in both law enforcement and private security. Learn how trust is earned through consistency, communication, and compassion—not authority.

Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights on leading with integrity, motivating teams, and creating safer communities.

]]> false Discover powerful leadership insights in Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (Aired 04-02-26) featuring Zee McKnight, CEO of District Charter Patrol. This episode dives deep into leadership, security, and community trust—exploring how true protection goes beyond presence and is rooted in purpose, preparation, and people-first leadership.

From overcoming personal adversity to leading high-performing teams, McKnight shares how discipline, empathy, and transparency shape effective leadership in both law enforcement and private security. Learn how trust is earned through consistency, communication, and compassion—not authority.

Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about personal growth, this episode offers actionable insights on leading with integrity, motivating teams, and creating safer communities.

]]> 00:59:45 <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-26-26) Closing the Purpose Gap for High-Achieving Leaders]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:55:12 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2406596 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-03-26-26-closing-the-purpose-gap-for-high-achieving-leader Discover how high-achieving leaders can bridge the gap between external success and internal fulfillment in this powerful episode of Lead with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-26-26). Host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Robin Owens—author, speaker, and host of the top-ranked podcast Leadership Purpose—to explore the hidden “purpose gap” many professionals face.

Learn how to recognize signs of misalignment, overcome burnout, and make confident, purpose-driven decisions without sacrificing your success. This episode dives deep into leadership growth, identity, self-trust, and strategies to realign your career with who you truly are.

Chapters

  • (00:00:00) - Leading With Grace, Grit and Greatness
  • (00:00:48) - Interview
  • (00:01:37) - Why is the purpose gap so big for women?
  • (00:03:16) - Amy Tan on the Purpose Gap
  • (00:05:11) - MSG on the Purpose Gap
  • (00:10:10) - What's the difference between burnout and I've outgrown the
  • (00:10:50) - Seek Your Purpose: Walking in Your Purpose
  • (00:13:14) - Does Your Purpose Shift?
  • (00:13:39) - Seeking Your Purpose in Life
  • (00:15:29) - How to Stay Aligned in Your Life
  • (00:21:20) - A Woman's Career Crossroads
  • (00:22:21) - Decisions Made at Crossroads: Identity first, Strategy later
  • (00:25:20) - Dr. Robin Williams on Overthinking and Why It Works
  • (00:26:46) - How to Evaluate Risk in a Healthful Way
  • (00:27:27) - What Does It Mean to Build Self-Trust?
  • (00:28:12) - What is Self-Trust as a Leadership Skill?
  • (00:29:33) - How Do We Deal With Perceived Women Leaders?
  • (00:32:43) - How do you help women navigate the microwave?
  • (00:34:43) - Dr. Randi Owens on Reinvention for Women
  • (00:38:32) - Discover the Purpose of Leadership With Dr. Robin Owens
  • (00:39:42) - Pivoting: Reset Your Leadership Operating System
  • (00:40:04) - What's the Hidden Cost of Staying in Traditional Roles?
  • (00:44:11) - What Does a Graceful Exit Look Like?
  • (00:46:05) - The Purpose Maker
  • (00:47:00) - Seeking Your Purpose Maker
  • (00:48:49) - Where Can People Find Dr. Robin Lowe?
  • (00:49:19) - Legacy of Joel Olsteen
]]> false Discover how high-achieving leaders can bridge the gap between external success and internal fulfillment in this powerful episode of Lead with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-26-26). Host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Dr. Robin Owens—author, speaker, and host of the top-ranked podcast Leadership Purpose—to explore the hidden “purpose gap” many professionals face.

Learn how to recognize signs of misalignment, overcome burnout, and make confident, purpose-driven decisions without sacrificing your success. This episode dives deep into leadership growth, identity, self-trust, and strategies to realign your career with who you truly are.

]]> 00:51:25 <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-19-26) Chida Rebecca Warren on Faith, Leadership & Purpose]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 01:38:44 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2401374 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-03-19-26-chida-rebecca-warren-on-faith-leadership-purpo In this inspiring episode of Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired March 19, 2026), host Nikita Poindexter sits down with civic leader, educator, media professional, and nonprofit founder Chida Rebecca Warren for a powerful conversation on faith-driven leadership, public service, purpose, and resilience. From serving in San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s administration to empowering underserved youth and teaching the next generation, Chida shares how grace, grit, and spiritual grounding shape her leadership journey. This episode explores boards and commissions, civic engagement, entrepreneurship, women in leadership, personal growth, and leading with courage in challenging 

]]> false In this inspiring episode of Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired March 19, 2026), host Nikita Poindexter sits down with civic leader, educator, media professional, and nonprofit founder Chida Rebecca Warren for a powerful conversation on faith-driven leadership, public service, purpose, and resilience. From serving in San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s administration to empowering underserved youth and teaching the next generation, Chida shares how grace, grit, and spiritual grounding shape her leadership journey. This episode explores boards and commissions, civic engagement, entrepreneurship, women in leadership, personal growth, and leading with courage in challenging 

]]> 00:53:15 <![CDATA[Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness (aired 03-12-26)Erica Butler on Leadership, Accountability & Human-Centered Leadership]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:11:45 +0000 Juan D Guevara Torres https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/69667/episode/2392557 https://lead-with-grace-grit-greatness.castos.com/episodes/lead-with-grace-grit-greatness-aired-03-12-26erica-butler-on-leadership-accountability-human What does it truly mean to Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness? In this powerful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Erica Butler, CEO of Go HIHR International, to explore the realities of modern leadership.

From navigating difficult conversations to balancing accountability with empathy, Erica shares insights from her Fortune 500 HR experience and leadership coaching. Together, they discuss how leaders can maintain integrity under pressure, build strong workplace cultures, and support teams through change, conflict, and uncertainty.

This conversation also highlights the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and self-grace, especially for high-performing leaders facing the challenges of today’s workplace. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical wisdom on leading with authenticity and purpose.

]]> false What does it truly mean to Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness? In this powerful episode of Leading with Grace, Grit & Greatness, host Vikita Poindexter sits down with Erica Butler, CEO of Go HIHR International, to explore the realities of modern leadership.

From navigating difficult conversations to balancing accountability with empathy, Erica shares insights from her Fortune 500 HR experience and leadership coaching. Together, they discuss how leaders can maintain integrity under pressure, build strong workplace cultures, and support teams through change, conflict, and uncertainty.

This conversation also highlights the importance of vulnerability, resilience, and self-grace, especially for high-performing leaders facing the challenges of today’s workplace. Whether you're a CEO, HR professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this episode offers practical wisdom on leading with authenticity and purpose.

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