46 Dash Wong - Naval Special Warfare, SWCC, Tier 1 Special Operations, Husband and Father

🎖️ From Naval Special Warfare to Construction Leadership➡︎ The VWB show is sponsored by: https://jet.build/🎙️ The Veterans Who Build Show: Episode 46📅 Releases December 29Dash Wong spent 15 years in Naval Special Warfare — first as a SWCC operator, then serving with a Tier 1 Special Operations unit executing high-risk maritime reconnaissance, insertions/extractions, and direct action missions. Today, Dash brings that same focus and discipline to the built environment as a project manager at Aspen Development Company and as a public speaker. Most importantly, he’s a husband and father of three boys.🎖️ Guest: Dash Duong WongU.S. Navy Veteran – SWCC / Tier 1 Special OperationsConstruction Project Manager🎙️ Hosted by Adam Stark🏗️ Sponsored by Jet.BuildMentions in This VideoDash's Info:➡︎ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dash-duong-wong-14b8b779/➡︎ Books:- "Never Eat Alone" by Keith FerrazziSubscribe 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 EnvironmentThe 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 buildTimecodesChapters00:00 Introduction and Background06:29 Bridging the Civilian-Military Gap12:35 Adoption and Family Dynamics18:31 Transition to the Navy24:38 The Importance of Teamwork and Resilience39:33 Building Team Dynamics and Personal Resilience45:47 The Selection Process: Breaking Limits52:03 The Importance of Mindset in Special Operations01:00:54 The Challenges of New Guy Status01:07:29 Graduation and the Reality Check01:12:38 The Journey of Specialization and Leadership01:19:00 The Responsibility of Knowledge01:25:19 The Call to Tier One01:30:38 The Decision to Re-enlist01:39:17 The Burden of Service01:45:44 Facing Health Challenges01:52:26 The Struggle with Identity01:57:28 Confronting Reality: The Call to Action02:04:01 Building a Brand: The Power of Storytelling02:13:06 The Importance of Relationships in Career Moves02:20:14 Finding Purpose: The Role of Identity in Transition02:28:45 Embracing Challenges: The Path to Personal Growth02:39:33 The Power of Giving and Authenticity02:50:36 Reflections on Military Service and Growth02:58:04 Transitioning to Project Management: Skills and Insights03:13:54 Navigating Professional Relationships03:31:43 The Power of Networking and Relationships03:39:39 Embracing Change and Personal Growth03:53:43 Jet.Build Sponsor#veteranswhobuild #realestatedevelopment #construction #aec #cre #veterans