LeGrand Crewse: "Trust Your Gut. It Already Knows the Way"

LeGrand Crewse didn’t set out to build a defense technology company. But after years of entrepreneurship, hard lessons, and watching his younger brother search for a way to make a meaningful impact, he returned to Arizona to co-found Corvus Industries. Today, they're tackling one of the newest challenges in modern warfare: creating miniature missiles designed to stop drones. Yet beneath the technology is a much more human story about purpose, family, and learning how to adapt when the future refuses to follow the plan.In this conversation, LeGrand reflects on the moments that reshaped how he thinks about success. From building businesses that couldn't grow because he refused to let go, to discovering that trust—not control—was the key to scaling, he shares the lessons that only come through experience. Along the way, he opens up about entrepreneurship, imposter syndrome, and why so many of our biggest breakthroughs happen when we're willing to abandon the path we thought we were supposed to follow.What emerges is a deeper conversation about curiosity, critical thinking, and the courage to embrace uncertainty. LeGrand argues that the future is never as predictable as we imagine, and that the people who thrive are the ones willing to stay flexible, challenge their own assumptions, and keep learning. Whether he's talking about startups, AI, relationships, or climbing mountains, the same principle keeps surfacing: growth comes from stepping into the unknown.At a time when algorithms increasingly tell us what to think and how to live, LeGrand offers a refreshing reminder that our greatest advantage remains uniquely human. The ability to think critically, trust our instincts, and choose our own direction may be more valuable today than ever before.What You'll Learn• Why entrepreneurship is ultimately a problem-solving journey• How letting go of control can unlock growth in business and life• The danger of outsourcing critical thinking in the age of AI• Why the future rarely unfolds the way we expect it to• How to distinguish between validation and genuine feedback• The importance of surrounding yourself with people who challenge you• Why achievement without alignment often feels empty• How unstructured time fuels creativity, insight, and innovation• What mountains, endurance challenges, and entrepreneurship have in common• Why trusting your gut may be the most underrated skill in modern lifeAbout LeGrand CrewseLeGrand Crewse is the co-founder of Corvus Industries, a defense technology company developing miniature missile systems designed to counter emerging drone threats. A lifelong entrepreneur, LeGrand combines a passion for problem-solving, critical thinking, and innovation with a deep belief in adaptability, curiosity, and trusting your instincts when navigating uncertainty.About Extraordinary StoriesExtraordinary Stories explores the ideas, people, and experiences that shape extraordinary lives.Hosts Forbes Shannon, Christine Butler, and Aaron Bare sit down with entrepreneurs, thinkers, creators, and leaders to uncover the moments that changed how they see the world.