What If You Could Actually FLY Like a Top Gun Pilot?Damien "Maverick" Marsh grew up dreaming of the skies, inspired by the legendary film Top Gun. He was determined to become an RAF pilot, but when life took an unexpected turn, he didn’t let it ground him—he soared in a new direction. In this compelling episode of The Wise Why, host Kirsty van den Bulk uncovers Damien’s emotional journey from chasing the skies to leading innovation in the security industry.This episode is more than a career story—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and proving that when one dream fades, another can take flight.Key Takeaways:➡️How Top Gun and '80s films shaped a generation of dreamers➡️Overcoming disappointment and embracing reinvention➡️The truth about modern security tech—beyond Hollywood myths If you’ve ever had to pivot when life didn’t go as planned or wondered how to turn setbacks into opportunities, this conversation is for you.📌 Chapters:00:01 Introduction02:15 Background & Career Path05:45 Aviation Dreams09:30 Professional Journey13:50 Security Industry Insights16:20 Personal Transitions & Challenges21:10 Influence of Family Support24:30 Gender Perspectives on Decision-Making28:00 People-Watching Skills 31.40 Online Commenter Interactions35.00Aviation Nostalgia 41.20 Societal Emotions Post-Pandemic 44.15 Legacy Aspirations Find out More: www.kvdb.co.ukContact Damian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-m-3437b911/ #SecurityTech, #TopGunInspired, #Innovation