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Overcoming Resistance: Embracing the Human Side of Modular Construction Innovation
Feb. 24, 2026

Overcoming Resistance: Embracing the Human Side of Modular Constructi…

Summary In this episode, Ryan Ware sits down with Ali Salman of Workspace Modular Structures , a seasoned entrepreneur, to explore the transformative potential of prefab and modular construction within the construction indust...

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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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Reducing Friction in Construction Decision-Making Without Replacing Expertise
Feb. 10, 2026

Reducing Friction in Construction Decision-Making Without Replacing E…

Summary In this episode of Activating Curiosity, Ryan Ware and UpCodes Co-Founder and CEO Scott Reynolds explore how technology and AI are transforming change management and leadership in construction projects by reducing friction in decision-making processes without replacing professional expertis…

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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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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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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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