Activating Curiosity™ | Leading Change in the Construction Industry

Ryan Ware - AEC Industry Coach in Change Management & Leadership Development
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Activating Curiosity™ helps AEC and construction leaders lead change confidently and transform their organizations through practical leadership strategies and innovation insights. Hosted by Ryan Ware, this podcast features conversations that inspire action and build resilient, agile teams. Hosted by Ryan Ware—AEC coach in change management and leadership development, keynote speaker, and founder of Connective Consulting Group and Connective Coaching—this show dives deep into conversations with innovators and industry shapers around this powerful question: What’s the most important problem you’re trying to solve—and why? Each episode uncovers real stories, hidden challenges, and practical tools to help you lead through change, build psychologically safe teams, and respond with agility in an industry transforming faster than ever. New guest episodes drop twice per month, alongside bonus insights designed to help you activate curiosity in your leadership immediately. Listen, follow, and subscribe to our YouTube and newsletter— and share episodes with fellow construction leaders navigating change. Let’s build what’s next—together. If you'd like to support the show or explore partnership opportunities, please visit our Support page to learn more. ⭐ If this podcast resonates with you, leaving a rating or review helps more construction industry leaders discover it.

  1. Construction's Energy Wake-Up Call: Designing for an Uncertain Future

    4d ago ·  Bonus

    Construction's Energy Wake-Up Call: Designing for an Uncertain Future

    In this bonus episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Tom Raftery—speaker, sustainability strategist, and host of the Resilient Supply Chain and Climate Confident podcasts—to explore how global energy disruptions are reshaping construction, supply chains, and the future of resilience. Using lessons from the 1970s energy crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and today's geopolitical uncertainty, Ryan and Tom examine what happens when critical systems become overly dependent on a single source of energy. Rather than focusing on politics, this conversation explores how leaders can think differently about risk, resilience, electrification, and long-term planning. From renewable energy and energy storage to building design and infrastructure decisions, Tom shares insights gathered from years of conversations with global experts in climate technology, energy systems, and supply chain resilience. This episode challenges AEC leaders to move beyond reacting to disruption and start designing for it. What you'll learn: • Why energy disruptions impact far more than fuel prices • How supply chain resilience and energy security are connected • What past crises can teach us about future uncertainty • Why electrification and energy diversification are accelerating • How design and planning decisions influence long-term resilience • What construction leaders can do to prepare for a changing energy landscape Who this is for: Construction leaders, architects, engineers, developers, facility owners, and AEC professionals focused on resilience, infrastructure, innovation, and leading through uncertainty. Chapters: 08:02 What 50 Years of Energy Shocks Can Teach Us 15:10 Why Renewables and Energy Storage Are Accelerating 32:43 How Businesses Are Responding to Uncertainty 45:38 What This Means for Construction Leaders 50:33 The Future of Energy, Infrastructure, and Resilience 58:10 A Real Example of Energy Independence Guest: Tom Raftery is an international keynote speaker, sustainability strategist, and host of the Resilient Supply Chain and Climate Confident podcasts. His work focuses on climate innovation, digital transformation, supply chain resilience, energy systems, and the technologies shaping a more sustainable future. https://tomraftery.com/ https://tomraftery.com/climate-confident/ https://tomraftery.com/resilient-supply-chain/ https://newsletter.tomraftery.com/ Recommendations: Want to learn more about the history and conditions, listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily/id1200361736?i=1000772344263 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily/id1200361736?i=1000772009313 New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    1h 6m
  2. Construction Productivity: Reframing the Real Challenge

    Jun 9

    Construction Productivity: Reframing the Real Challenge

    In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, we explore a hard truth about construction: we’re not just facing a labor shortage—we’re facing a productivity problem. If the construction industry is “busy” every day, why are projects getting slower, more expensive, and harder to deliver? This conversation challenges the idea that we’re solving problems and reveals how often we’re just firefighting symptoms like rework, delays, and inefficiency.  Ryan Ware sits down with Wayne Larsen, CEO of PT Blink, to unpack why time is the most undervalued variable in construction—and how hidden costs compound across projects and supply chains. Drawing from manufacturing and industrialized construction thinking, Wayne shares how Design Manufacturing Integration (DMI), prefabrication, and kit-of-parts approaches can fundamentally change how we design and build. This episode connects the dots between construction productivity, housing affordability, and leadership—challenging AEC leaders to rethink how work gets done and where real opportunity exists. What you’ll learn:  Why construction has a productivity problem—not a labor shortage  How time drives hidden cost across projects and supply chains  The impact of rework, delays, and inefficiency on project outcomes  How prefab, DMI, and kit-of-parts improve delivery  Why manufacturing thinking is key to industry transformation Who this is for: Construction leaders, developers, architects, engineers, and AEC professionals focused on productivity, innovation, and leading change. Chapters 1:02 - Introduction 2:18 - Wayne’s background and PT Blink 8:52 - Industry challenges 17:32 - De-risking with technology 28:05 - Legacy and future generations 38:31 - Economic drivers of change 44:41 - Global housing challenges 59:42 - Closing thoughts Guest Wayne Larsen is a senior executive with 20+ years of leadership in construction technology, manufacturing, and supply chains. With a background in industrial engineering, he focuses on applying systems thinking, automation, and manufacturing principles to improve construction productivity and drive industry transformation. https://ptblink.com/ New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    1h 8m
  3. Discomfort to Innovation: How Architects Can Lead Climate Action with Biochar

    May 26

    Discomfort to Innovation: How Architects Can Lead Climate Action with Biochar

    What happens when architects and construction leaders stop accepting the limits of traditional building materials—and start asking better questions? In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Allison Dring, CEO and Co-Founder of Made of Air, to explore how discomfort drives curiosity, innovation, and change in the built environment. Explore how biochar is becoming a key tool for sustainable building practices and climate action in the construction industry.  With the construction industry responsible for nearly 40% of global emissions, this conversation challenges a common assumption: sustainability is about reducing harm. Instead, it introduces a more ambitious idea—buildings as active participants in climate action. At the center is biochar, a carbon-negative material that can turn buildings into long-term carbon storage systems. But this isn’t just about materials—it’s about leadership, mindset, and what it takes to drive change in an industry shaped by legacy systems, risk aversion, and complex supply chains. Together, they unpack why sustainable materials face resistance, how certification and procurement slow innovation, and why change often starts with individuals—not systems—willing to think differently. This episode reframes the opportunity: not just to build less harm, but to build in a way that actively contributes to solving climate challenges. What you’ll learn:  Why material choices drive construction emissions  How biochar enables carbon-negative building materials  The real barriers slowing sustainable material adoption  Why certification and procurement resist innovation  How curiosity and leadership drive change in construction Who this is for: Architects, engineers, developers, and AEC leaders focused on sustainability, innovation, and leading change. Chapters 01:06 - Meet Allison Dring and Made of Air 06:02 - Why materials drive construction emissions 11:40 - Why the industry struggles to adopt new materials 17:01 - What biochar is and how it stores carbon 25:39 - The carbon budget and why it matters 33:15 - The real cost of doing nothing 45:42 - What success looks like for carbon-negative buildings Guest Allison Dring is CEO and Co-Founder of Made of Air, transforming wood waste into carbon-negative building materials that store carbon for decades. With a background in architecture and material innovation, she focuses on scaling biochar-based materials to help the construction industry move beyond carbon neutrality toward carbon removal. https://www.madeofair.com/ New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    1h 3m
  4. What If It’s Not a Staffing Problem in AEC—But a Work Model Problem?

    May 21 ·  Bonus

    What If It’s Not a Staffing Problem in AEC—But a Work Model Problem?

    What if the AEC industry’s biggest challenge isn’t a staffing shortage—but a work model problem? In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Erin Fantozz, Founder of EFDesigns, to explore how architecture and construction firms are navigating a deeper shift in leadership, change management, and the future of work. As workforce pressure continues across the AEC industry, many firms focus on hiring more people without rethinking how work is structured. This conversation challenges that assumption—highlighting why aligning talent to projects, not payroll, may be a more effective path forward. Drawing from her journey through traditional practice and into building a decentralized workforce model, Erin shares how flexible, fractional teams can improve efficiency, reduce overhead, and better support both firms and individuals. Together, they unpack the real barriers to change—outdated business models, communication gaps, and deeply rooted assumptions around billable hours, proximity, and control. This episode is about more than workforce strategy—it’s about leadership. How we create clarity, build trust, and lead change in a way that allows teams to adapt and perform in an evolving industry. Because the future of work in AEC isn’t just about finding talent—it’s about building a model that actually works.  What you’ll learn:  Why the AEC workforce challenge is really a work model issue  How decentralized teams can improve efficiency and flexibility  The limitations of billable hours and traditional staffing models  Why communication—not proximity—drives performance  How leadership mindset impacts adoption of new work models Chapters 01:45 - Early career and the 2020 shift 05:30 - Why the 40-hour model breaks down 10:15 - Communication vs proximity 15:30 - The real issue: how work is structured 20:30 - From staffing firms to staffing projects 26:00 - Building a decentralized workforce 32:00 - Leadership, flexibility, and trust 38:00 - Rethinking the future of work in AEC Guest Erin Fantozz is Founder of EFDesigns, a strategic BIM execution firm helping architecture practices scale without adding internal staff. After experiencing burnout in traditional practice, she built a flexible, fractional model that aligns talent to projects instead of payroll—helping firms increase capacity without the constraints of hiring. Her work focuses on decentralized teams, leadership mindset shifts, and redefining how work gets done across the AEC industry. https://www.efdesigns.co/ New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    48 min
  5. Scaling Offsite Construction: Overcoming Visibility Challenges in Prefab Manufacturing

    May 12

    Scaling Offsite Construction: Overcoming Visibility Challenges in Prefab Manufacturing

    In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Vikas Murali, Co-Founder and CEO of Offsight, to explore why limited visibility inside prefab factories remains one of the biggest barriers to scaling offsite construction. As contractors and manufacturers expand into prefabrication, modular construction, and industrialized construction, many still rely on manual processes, disconnected systems, and limited production transparency. This lack of real-time visibility creates uncertainty around progress, quality, and delivery—making it difficult for project teams, contractors, and owners to fully trust the prefab process. Vikas shares how his background in manufacturing technology sparked the creation of Offsight and how digital tools help prefab factories transition from construction-style workflows to manufacturing-driven operations. Together, they discuss how real-time production tracking, digital workflows, and enhanced reporting improve factory performance while giving stakeholders the insights needed to make confident, data-driven decisions. This episode also highlights the critical role of leadership and change management in successfully adopting new technologies and scaling prefab manufacturing within the construction industry. If you're focused on offsite construction, prefab manufacturing, modular building, construction technology, or innovation in AEC, this episode offers actionable insights on how visibility, data, and leadership can accelerate adoption and improve project outcomes. What you’ll learn:  Why lack of visibility slows prefab and offsite construction adoption  How digital workflows improve factory efficiency and project outcomes  Ways to build trust between factories, contractors, and owners  How data and reporting reduce risk in prefab projects  Why change management is critical to scaling industrialized construction Chapters 6:20 - The Role of Technology in Prefab 15:52 - Overcoming Manual Process Barriers 24:45 - Building Trust Through Data Visibility 35:48 - Change Management in Manufacturing 46:55 - Future of Prefab and Industry Insights Guest Vikas Murali is Co-Founder and CEO of Offsight, a software platform for prefab, modular, and offsite construction. With a background in enterprise technology and manufacturing systems, he helps factories replace manual processes with data-driven operations to improve visibility, efficiency, and scalability. https://www.offsight.com/ New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    1h 3m
  6. Human-Centered Construction Leadership: Moving Beyond the Industry’s Toughness Culture

    Apr 28

    Human-Centered Construction Leadership: Moving Beyond the Industry’s Toughness Culture

    Construction leadership development today requires more than toughness—it demands a human-centered approach to leading change. In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Ed DeAngelis, CEO and Founder of EDA Contractors, to explore how trust, emotional intelligence, and curiosity are reshaping leadership in the construction industry. As the AEC industry faces workforce challenges, change resistance, and increasing complexity, Ed shares why “humanity as a strategy” is not a soft skill—it’s a competitive advantage. Together, they unpack how construction leaders can build psychological safety, strengthen culture, and create environments where people—and performance—improve together. This conversation challenges the traditional “toughness” mindset in construction and offers a more effective path forward: one grounded in trust, self-awareness, and intentional leadership. What you’ll learn:  Why trust is the foundation of effective construction leadership  How emotional intelligence improves team performance and retention  Practical ways to build psychological safety on project teams  Why resistance to change is often rooted in human experience  How curiosity unlocks better leadership and business outcomes Who this is for: Construction leaders, executives, and AEC professionals focused on leadership development, culture, and leading change more effectively. Chapters 02:10 - Entrepreneurial lessons from being a paperboy 07:01 - Industry roughness and the need for cultural change 12:14 - Balancing personal life and leadership growth 20:12 - Building trust through authentic connections 30:35 - Practices that foster curiosity and innovation 40:10 - The cost of neglecting humanity in business 47:59 - Redefining success beyond profit Guest Ed DeAngelis is Founder and CEO of EDA Contractors, a construction firm known for its people-first culture and innovative exterior envelope solutions. With 25+ years of experience, Ed champions “Humanity as a Strategy,” integrating emotional intelligence, trust, and psychological safety into business performance and growth. He serves on multiple industry and nonprofit boards and has been recognized as a Philadelphia Titan 100 CEO (2025) and one of the Philadelphia Business Journal’s Most Admired CEOs (2024). https://info.edacontractors.com/ed-deangelis New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    1h 8m
  7. Housing Instability: Why Construction Leaders Should Care | Systems Over Structures

    Apr 23 ·  Bonus

    Housing Instability: Why Construction Leaders Should Care | Systems Over Structures

    Affordable housing isn’t just about building more homes—it’s about whether people can actually sustain a place to live. In this bonus episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Nneoma Albert-Benson, founder of BEFA Women and Child Care Foundation, to explore how construction leadership and change in the AEC industry must go beyond supply and into the systems that determine long-term stability. This conversation challenges a common assumption: that homelessness is the problem. Instead, Nneoma reframes it as the result of compounding pressures—rising costs, lack of support systems, and environments not designed to catch people before they fall. Drawing from her experience in human rights law, social impact, and construction, she introduces a new way of thinking about housing—one centered on stability by design. Through BEFA Haven, she’s building a model that integrates housing, childcare, economic opportunity, and community into a system that prevents vulnerability instead of reacting to it. This isn’t just a conversation about sustainability in construction—it’s about redefining what it means to lead change in how we build, support, and design for people. What you’ll learn:  Why homelessness is often the result of system failure—not individual failure  How “stability by design” changes the way we approach housing and development  The hidden pressures that push working individuals and families into instability  Why building more homes alone won’t solve the housing crisis  How integrated systems (housing, childcare, economic support) create long-term outcomes Who this is for: Construction leaders, developers, architects, and AEC professionals ready to think beyond buildings and take a more human-centered approach to housing, community, and change leadership. Chapters 1:08 - Nneoma's Journey and Vision 3:03 - Redefining Affordability and Stability 8:42 - Building Systems to Prevent Vulnerability 21:06 - Engineering Outcomes Through Construction 32:30 - Replicating the BEFA Haven Model Guest Nneoma Albert-Benson is an international human rights lawyer, social impact developer, and founder of BEFA Women and Child Care Foundation, a nonprofit advancing the rights and dignity of women and children facing poverty, violence, and systemic injustice. She is also co-founder of Helichrysum Construction and is leading the development of BEFA Haven—an integrated housing model designed to support long-term stability through community, economic empowerment, and sustainable design. https://www.befafoundation.org/ New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

    47 min
  8. Industrialized Construction: The Key to Solving the Housing Crisis

    Apr 14

    Industrialized Construction: The Key to Solving the Housing Crisis

    The housing crisis isn’t just a policy problem—it’s a production problem hiding in plain sight. In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Ryan Smith, Co-Founder of ModX, to explore how construction leadership and change management in the AEC industry must evolve to address housing affordability at scale. This conversation challenges a common assumption: that better policy alone will solve the housing crisis. Instead, Ryan Smith breaks down why housing affordability is fundamentally a supply issue—and how industrialized construction offers a path forward by rethinking how we design, manufacture, and deliver housing. But this isn’t just about technology. It’s about mindset. From fragmented project delivery to outdated regulatory frameworks, the real barriers are systemic. Together, Ryan and Ryan unpack what it takes for construction leaders, architects, developers, and manufacturers to shift from siloed thinking to integrated, curiosity-driven approaches that enable real change. What you’ll learn:  Why housing affordability is fundamentally a supply and production challenge  The internal (competency, capacity, capability) and external barriers slowing adoption  How industrialized construction requires a shift in design, delivery, and business models  Why “systems integrators” and repeatable teams are critical to scaling innovation  How regional knowledge-sharing and performance-based codes can unlock faster progress Who this is for: Construction leaders, architects, developers, and AEC professionals navigating change, uncertainty, and the future of housing delivery. Chapters 0:00 - Introduction to Industrialized Housing 1:06 - Ryan Smith's Career Journey 5:15 - Internal and External Barriers 12:31 - Lessons from Global Precedents 29:30 - The Role of Design and Manufacturing 47:04 - Future of Housing and Industrialized Construction Guest Ryan E. Smith is Professor and Director of the School of Architecture at the University of Arizona and Co-Founder of ModX. He is a leading researcher in industrialized and offsite construction, with nearly two decades of experience advancing scalable housing solutions through research, advising, and industry collaboration. https://www.modx.network/ New Lyfe Accounting Free Diagnostic ($500 value) for Activating Curiosity Listeners by NLA, to help your financial goals Connective Consulting Group Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Have feedback or stories to share? Drop us a note—we’re listening! Follow Ryan at the following:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryankware/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/connective-consulting-group-llc https://connectiveconsultinggrp.com/ https://connective-coaching.com/ https://ryanware.me/ Don't miss out on future episodes! Follow & subscribe now to our newsletter and stay informed about the latest trends and insights in the construction industry. If this show helps you, please consider supporting it. Just $3/month helps cover production and keeps the conversations going. ⭐ “Love the show? Toss some stars my way, it’s the easiest applause ever.

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Activating Curiosity™ helps AEC and construction leaders lead change confidently and transform their organizations through practical leadership strategies and innovation insights. Hosted by Ryan Ware, this podcast features conversations that inspire action and build resilient, agile teams. Hosted by Ryan Ware—AEC coach in change management and leadership development, keynote speaker, and founder of Connective Consulting Group and Connective Coaching—this show dives deep into conversations with innovators and industry shapers around this powerful question: What’s the most important problem you’re trying to solve—and why? Each episode uncovers real stories, hidden challenges, and practical tools to help you lead through change, build psychologically safe teams, and respond with agility in an industry transforming faster than ever. New guest episodes drop twice per month, alongside bonus insights designed to help you activate curiosity in your leadership immediately. Listen, follow, and subscribe to our YouTube and newsletter— and share episodes with fellow construction leaders navigating change. Let’s build what’s next—together. If you'd like to support the show or explore partnership opportunities, please visit our Support page to learn more. ⭐ If this podcast resonates with you, leaving a rating or review helps more construction industry leaders discover it.

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