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Curiosity-Driven Change Leadership in the Construction Industry
Feb. 19, 2026

Curiosity-Driven Change Leadership in the Construction Industry

Summary Mini Series Part 5: In this episode, Ryan Ware explores the critical role of curiosity in leading change management within construction projects and advancing construction leadership development. Building on the first four foundational C's of change—choice, control, clarity, and commitment—…

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Commitment Isn’t Motivation: How AEC Leaders Keep Change Alive
Jan. 22, 2026

Commitment Isn’t Motivation: How AEC Leaders Keep Change Alive

Summary Mini Series Part 4: Building a Stronger Relationship with Change. In this insightful episode, Ryan Ware dives deep into the critical role of commitment within change management for construction leaders. Focusing on th...

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Leading Change in Construction: Why Culture Matters, Not Just Technology
Jan. 13, 2026

Leading Change in Construction: Why Culture Matters, Not Just Technol…

Summary This episode of Activating Curiosity is for construction and AEC industry leaders navigating ongoing industry change and preparing for what’s next. Host Ryan Ware sits down with Brian Turmail, Vice President of Image ...

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Transformational Leadership in Construction: Leading Change Beyond Transactional Practices
Dec. 23, 2025

Transformational Leadership in Construction: Leading Change Beyond Tr…

Summary In this episode Ryan Ware welcomes Andrea Janzen , founder of Ambition Theory leadership development for construction, to explore transformational leadership & its vital role in leading change in construction & change...

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The Illusion of Control in Leading Change: Insights for Construction Leadership
Nov. 25, 2025

The Illusion of Control in Leading Change: Insights for Construction …

Summary Mini Series Part 2: Building a Stronger Relationship with Change. In this episode of Activating Curiosity, Ryan Ware explores the illusion of control and its impact on leading change within construction leadership development and change management in construction projects. He explains why m…

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Human-Centric Leadership: The Future of Construction
Nov. 11, 2025

Human-Centric Leadership: The Future of Construction

Summary In this episode, Ryan interviews Angelo Suntres, founder of 'The Human Side of Construction,' discussing the importance of empathy and human-centric leadership in the construction industry. They explore the challenges of generational change, the need for collaboration, and the impact of emb…

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Leading Change in Construction: Navigating the Complexities of Choice and Leadership
Oct. 28, 2025

Leading Change in Construction: Navigating the Complexities of Choice…

Summary Mini Series Part 1: Building a Stronger Relationship with Change. In this bonus episode of "Activating Curiosity," host Ryan Ware explores effective change management and leadership development within the construction and AEC industry. Listeners will learn how choice and leadership impact s…

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Leading Purpose-Driven Change in Construction
Sept. 23, 2025

Leading Purpose-Driven Change in Construction

Summary In this bonus episode of Activating Curiosity, Ryan Ware discusses that change doesn’t happen overnight, it starts with a shift in mindset and the courage to do things differently. Ryan explores how two organizations, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Design-Build Institute of…

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Change Begins with Curiosity | Leading Change in Construction
Aug. 12, 2025

Change Begins with Curiosity | Leading Change in Construction

This bonus episode of Activating Curiosity is designed for construction and AEC industry leaders focused on leading change, navigating change management, and advancing construction leadership development in a rapidly evolving...

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Activating Curiosity: Leading Change in Construction with Ryan Ware
July 16, 2025

Activating Curiosity: Leading Change in Construction with Ryan Ware

This inaugural episode of Activating Curiosity is for construction and AEC industry leaders navigating constant change, uncertainty, and growing complexity. Host Ryan Ware, executive coach and founder of Connective Consulting...

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