08 Joseph Dattilo - 6.5 year US Air Force Space Force Veteran, Co-Founder of My Paint Buckets

Summary Joseph Dattilo, a six and a half year Air Force Space Command veteran, shares his journey from a childhood of moving around the United States and living in Guatemala to joining the military. He discusses the challenges he faced in basic training, the importance of leadership, and the transition to civilian life. Joseph also talks about his experiences in the tech industry and offers advice for veterans transitioning to civilian careers. In this conversation, Joseph Dattilo discusses the challenges of transitioning from the military to civilian life and shares insights on building a successful career in the software industry. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining relationships outside of the military, creating a work-life balance, and developing leadership skills. Joseph also talks about his software company, Date Palm Media, and their focus on process automation in the construction industry. He highlights the value of disconnecting from technology and recommends practicing mindfulness and meditation. Takeaways Joseph's childhood experiences of moving around and living in different countries shaped his perspective and made him resilient. Basic training was challenging for Joseph, but it taught him important lessons about leadership and respect. The transition from the military to civilian life can be difficult, and it's important to manage expectations and be prepared for the similarities and differences. Building a support network and maintaining connections with friends and family is crucial during and after military service. Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be challenging, and it's important to maintain relationships outside of the military. Creating a work-life balance is crucial for overall well-being and success in any career. Process automation can greatly improve efficiency in the construction industry. Disconnecting from technology and practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and improve mental health. ➡︎ For Built Environment Tech Go Here: https://jet.build/ ➡︎ Watch This Next: https://youtu.be/LbCRISVm5NA Mentions in This Video Joseph's Info: ➡︎ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joedattilo/ ➡︎ Business: https://mypaintbuckets.com/ ➡︎ Books: - Influence: Science and Practice - https://amzn.to/44Y8qhi (amazon) Subscribe To Our Podcast Here ➡︎ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKONY1n1qysTx2RiBiwj28QzLc8gI2oui ➡︎ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZizGddgHgKA4oimoLkNRc?si=cd7c0afd6b064292 ➡︎ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3Vt3rCE ➡︎ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vwbshow/ ➡︎ X: https://twitter.com/TheVWBShow ➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamstark512/ ➡︎ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/veterans-who-build ➡︎ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veteranswhobuild/ The Veterans Who Build Show ➡︎ At VWB, we are on a mission to provide a platform for Veterans to share their story, empower others for success, transition from Military to civilian to profession, chat translatable skills, professional and personal wins, and all things Built Environment The VWB Show Sponsors ➡︎ The VWB show is sponsored by @jetbuild ➡︎ Find more information on Jet.Build, here: www.jet.build ➡︎ Jet.Build is THE central command for RE development and construction project management software. Solutions range from project finance to stakeholder collaboration, construction operations, and data reporting with AI. Jet.Build is the better way to build Ways To Work With Us At VWB ➡︎ Inquiries: If you'd like to join the show, reach out here, https://jet.build/contact Timecodes Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:58 Transitioning to Civilian Life 31:37 Advice for Transitioning Veterans 41:15 Building long-term relationships 47:30 The importance of software in improving processes 58:05 Disconnecting from technology for wellness 01:02:25 Jet Sponsor #veteranswhobuild #realestatedevelopment #construction #aec #cre #realestate #veterans #adamstark