Podcast Videos

The housing crisis isn’t just about supply, cost, or construction methods.It’s a human problem.In this clip from the Activating Curiosity™ Podcast, Ryan Smith explains why industrialized construction alone won’t solve housing affordability—and what’s really holding the industry back.While ind…

In this Activating Curiosity clip, we explore pragmatic strategies for navigating life changes by breaking down the process into actionable steps. By understanding how to deal with uncertainty and fostering a stronger relationship with change, individuals can enhance their coping with change mechan…

In this Activating Curiosity podcast clip, the speaker shares his concern that his adult children, part of gen z, may not see a future in which they can own a home. This discussion highlights the growing housing crisis and the widening wealth gap, questioning the traditional model of wealth creatio…

The housing crisis isn’t just a policy problem—it’s fundamentally a production problem.Across the construction industry, traditional building methods are struggling to keep pace with the urgent demand for housing. Industrialized construction offers a different path forward by rethinking how build…

This clip for construction leadership from Activating Curiosity™ discusses the importance of a strong mindset motivation and the neuroscience behind change, emphasizing that prescriptive plans are ineffective. True progress comes from an individual's willingness to actively participate in creating …

Why individuals in the construction industry must consider their relationship with change? The construction sector, often slow to adapt, cannot simply rely on technology for digital transformation. We need to address core issues to truly change the world, requiring a collective effort from everyon…

Adopting new approaches requires a significant mindset motivation, especially when moving from traditional methods. This video explores how such shifts impact culture, processes, and the overall business perspective, emphasizing the critical role of change management. It delves into how leadership …

Construction technology adoption keeps failing — but not for the reasons we think.We call it change fatigue. Too many tools. Too many systems. Not enough time.But the real issue isn’t the technology… it’s how we’re leading people through change.When there’s no connection, no clarity, and no s…

In construction and manufacturing, we don’t hesitate to invest in our equipment.We maintain it. We schedule it. We protect it.But when it comes to people?We often expect them to just keep performing — without the same level of intentional investment.And when we do invest, it’s often surface…

Everyone talks about committing to change.No one talks about what happens next.The reality?You’re going to struggle. You’re going to feel uncomfortable. And for a while — you’re not going to be very good at it.That doesn’t mean it’s not working.It means you’re in the part of change where g…