56 Kevin Braziel - 20 Year US Navy Veteran, Chief Petty Officer, Project Executive

Kevin Braziel served more than 20 years in the U.S. Navy, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer after multiple combat deployments.In this episode, Kevin shares the leadership lessons that shaped him, the cost of putting the mission ahead of family for too long, his experience with PTSD and VA mental health care, and why Veterans can elevate the construction industry.Today, Kevin is a Project Executive at McGough Construction and an advocate for Veterans entering the trades and construction leadership.🎙️ Hosted by Adam Stark · Supported by Jet.Build#Veterans #NavyVeteran #Leadership #MilitaryTransition #Construction➡︎ The VWB show is sponsored by: https://jet.build/Mentions in This VideoKevin's Info:➡︎ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-b-44a341102/➡︎ Non Profits: https://www.ntvrf.com/ 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 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 Background02:51 The Decision to Serve: A Father's Perspective06:04 Cultural Gaps: Veterans in the Civilian Workforce09:03 Childhood and Early Influences11:57 Enlisting in the Navy: The Journey Begins15:13 Life as a CB: Experiences and Lessons Learned17:52 Leadership Lessons from the Military21:09 Transitioning to EOD: New Challenges23:59 Mentorship and Growth in Leadership26:47 Comparing Military and Civilian Construction30:06 Final Thoughts and Reflections37:07 Overcoming Adversity in Leadership40:45 Lessons from Military Experience41:41 Empowering Teams in Combat44:40 Transitioning to Civilian Life50:12 The Importance of Mental Health52:22 Navigating Post-Military Career Challenges56:27 Finding Purpose in Manual Labor60:08 Embracing New Roles in Pharmaceutical Construction68:31 Key Takeaways for Veterans Transitioning to Civilian Life78:13 Commitment and Accountability in Leadership79:12 Navigating Challenges in Project Management80:36 Turning Around Failing Projects83:30 Military Principles Applied to Construction86:36 Empowering Teams for Success90:15 The Hidden Superpower of Veterans92:08 Leadership and Adaptability in Uncertain Environments95:34 Building Trust and Transparency in Teams99:40 Translating Military Skills to Civilian Success102:07 Valuing the Veteran Mindset in the Workplace#veteranswhobuild #realestatedevelopment #construction #aec #cre #veterans