Activating Curiosity® | Leading Change in the Construction Industry

Mini Series Part 3:

Clarity doesn’t come before change—it’s built through it.

In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware explores how construction leadership and change management in the AEC industry often stall because leaders wait for clarity that never arrives.

This conversation reframes a common belief: that teams need full clarity before taking action. Instead, Ryan highlights that clarity is personal, evolving, and developed through movement—not planning alone. 

Through the Five C’s of Change—Choice, Control, Clarity, Commitment, and Curiosity—this episode focuses on how clarity connects to trust, communication, and progress. When leaders expect certainty upfront, teams hesitate. When leaders normalize uncertainty, teams begin to move.

From project teams to organizational change, this episode explores how slowing down, asking better questions, and aligning on the next step—not the full path—creates momentum.

This isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about taking the next step.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why waiting for clarity delays progress 
•  How clarity is built through action, not planning 
•  The role of communication in aligning teams during change 
•  Why rushing change leads to resistance and failure 
•  How leaders create trust by normalizing uncertainty 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, project managers, and AEC professionals focused on change management, leadership development, and navigating uncertainty.

Chapters

00:00 Reflection on Choice and Control
05:14 The Importance of Clarity in Change
16:13 Navigating the Journey of Change
30:34 Commitment to Change and Its Significance

Related episode

Mini-Series Part 2: Control 

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Leadership in construction isn’t just about getting work done—it’s about how you bring people with you.

In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Andrea Janzen, Founder of Ambition Theory, to explore how transformational leadership is reshaping construction leadership and change management in the AEC industry.

This conversation challenges a long-standing norm: construction has traditionally relied on transactional leadership—focused on control, output, and experience. Instead, Andrea introduces a transformational approach centered on guiding, inspiring, and unlocking the potential within teams. 

Together, they explore how this shift can address some of the industry’s biggest challenges—from workforce shortages and retention to mental health and engagement—while creating more inclusive, human-centered environments.

From jobsite communication to leadership development, this episode highlights how small shifts in how leaders show up can drive better performance, stronger teams, and long-term impact.

This isn’t just about leadership theory—it’s about how construction leaders evolve to meet what’s next.

What you’ll learn:

•  The difference between transactional and transformational leadership 
•  Why traditional leadership models limit team performance 
•  How transformational leadership improves retention and engagement 
•  The role of purpose and curiosity in motivating teams 
•  Practical ways to lead change through people, not just process 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, project managers, and AEC professionals focused on leadership development, team performance, and navigating change.

Chapters

3:58 Andrea's Journey and Ambition Theory
15:42 Transactional vs. Transformational Leadership
21:22 Transformational Leadership in Practice
26:22 Future of Leadership and Industry
56:03 Conclusion and Call to Action

Guest

Andrea Janzen is Founder and CEO of Ambition Theory, a leadership development firm focused on the construction industry. A Certified Executive Coach with an MBA, she has coached and trained over 1,000 professionals since 2018.

She specializes in helping leaders shift from transactional to transformational leadership, building stronger teams, improving retention, and creating more human-centered workplaces.

https://ambitiontheory.com/

https://ambitiontheory.com/the-ambition-theory-podcast/

https://nawic.org/women-leading-in-construction-leadership-training-in-construction/

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Efficiency in construction isn’t just about speed—it’s about how teams work together.

In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Brian Skripac of the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) to explore how construction leadership and change management in the AEC industry are evolving through collaboration, technology, and design-build delivery.

This conversation breaks down a critical shift: moving from fragmented workflows to integrated teams. From early BIM adoption to today’s push toward model-based delivery and industrialized construction, Brian shares how reducing friction and improving communication can unlock better project outcomes. 

Together, they explore how design-build, virtual design and construction (VDC), and data-driven decision-making are helping teams improve efficiency, reduce rework, and deliver higher-quality projects.

From overcoming resistance to change to aligning people, process, and technology, this episode highlights how leaders can create more connected, collaborative, and adaptive project environments.

This isn’t just about technology—it’s about how construction leaders rethink how work gets done.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why collaboration drives better project outcomes than speed alone 
•  How design-build improves efficiency and reduces risk 
•  The role of BIM, VDC, and data in modern construction workflows 
•  Why resistance to change is rooted in risk and uncertainty 
•  How leaders align people, process, and technology for success 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, architects, engineers, and AEC professionals focused on change management, project delivery, and innovation.

Chapters

03:00 The Evolution of Technology
09:04 Overcoming Resistance to Change
23:50 Design Build & Innovation
37:34 Culture & Psychological Safety
01:01:22 Measuring Success 

Guest

Brian Skripac is a digital construction leader at the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), specializing in BIM, VDC, and integrated project delivery.

With over 20 years of experience, he helps teams align people, process, and technology to improve collaboration, efficiency, and lifecycle outcomes across the built environment.

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Mini Series Part 2:

Control feels like safety—but in change, it’s often an illusion.

In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware explores how construction leadership and change management in the AEC industry are shaped by our relationship with control—and why holding onto it can limit our ability to lead effectively.

This conversation reframes a common belief: that more control leads to better outcomes. Instead, Ryan highlights that control often masks fear—especially when change is imposed—and that true influence comes from how leaders choose to show up. 

Through the Five C’s of Change—Choice, Control, Clarity, Commitment, and Curiosity—this episode focuses on how releasing control creates space for trust, communication, and better decision-making.

From psychological safety to presence and empathy, this episode explores how leaders can move beyond fear-based reactions and build stronger, more adaptive teams.

This isn’t about controlling change—it’s about how you respond to it.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why control is often an illusion during change 
•  How fear drives resistance and limits influence 
•  The role of psychological safety in effective leadership 
•  Why presence builds trust and stabilizes teams 
•  How letting go of control increases your impact 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, project managers, and AEC professionals navigating change, leadership development, and team dynamics.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Control and Change
05:12 The Illusion of Control
10:24 Psychological Safety in Leadership
15:03 The Power of Choice
20:45 Letting Go to Gain Influence
25:30 Building Trust Through Presence
28:38 Embracing Change with Clarity

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Construction doesn’t have a people problem—it has a connection problem.

In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Angelo Suntres, founder of The Human Side of Construction, to explore how construction leadership and change management in the AEC industry must evolve to better support the people behind the work.

This conversation challenges a long-standing norm: that toughness and technical skill define success in construction. Instead, Angelo highlights how empathy, communication, and human-centered leadership drive better outcomes, stronger teams, and long-term industry growth. 

Together, they explore how generational shifts, mental health, and changing expectations are reshaping the industry—and why leaders must adapt to remain effective.

From jobsite culture to leadership development, this episode focuses on how connection, trust, and psychological safety improve collaboration, retention, and performance.

This isn’t just about leadership—it’s about how we build a better industry by supporting the humans within it.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why empathy is critical to modern construction leadership 
•  How generational differences impact communication and collaboration 
•  The role of psychological safety in team performance 
•  Why connection drives retention and productivity 
•  How leaders can create more inclusive, human-centered environments 

Who this is for:
 Construction leaders, project managers, and AEC professionals focused on leadership development, culture, and navigating change.

Chapters

03:00 The Human Side of Construction
09:00 Generational Challenges and Change
15:00 Collaboration and Leadership
21:00 Embracing Change and Inclusivity
27:00 Future of the Industry and Closing Thoughts

Guest

Angelo Suntres is founder of The Human Side of Construction and a construction operations leader with over 20 years of experience. He focuses on improving leadership, culture, and human connection across the industry.

He is also the author of The Human Side of Construction and Rebuild Construction, where he shares practical frameworks for leading in today’s evolving environment.

https://www.angelosuntres.com/

https://hsoc.thinkific.com/collections

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Change doesn’t start with strategy—it starts with choice.

In this Mini Series Part 1 of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware breaks down the first step in building a stronger relationship with change: understanding how we make decisions and how those decisions impact others.

In the construction and AEC industry, change often feels imposed—new technology, shifting delivery models, or evolving business strategies. But before we can lead change effectively, we need to understand how we personally relate to choice, and how that shapes our response to change. 

This episode introduces the concept of choice architecture and explores how default decisions, habits, and past experiences influence leadership, communication, and engagement across teams.

Ryan challenges leaders to rethink how change is introduced—moving beyond forced compliance toward shared ownership and buy-in.

From daily habits to major organizational decisions, this conversation lays the groundwork for leading change with greater empathy, clarity, and intention.

This isn’t just about decision-making—it’s about understanding the human side of change.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why choice is the foundation of effective change management 
•  How “choice architecture” shapes behavior and decision-making 
•  The difference between first choice and second choice in organizations 
•  Why forced change creates resistance—and how to avoid it 
•  How leaders can create buy-in through empathy and communication 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, project managers, and AEC professionals focused on leadership development, change management, and improving team engagement.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Change Through Choice
12:16 The Ripple Effect of Choices
22:17 Navigating Personal and Professional Choices
25:08 Empathy and Change Management
31:41 Reflecting on Personal Choices

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How are construction leaders managing decentralized teams in an industry built for command-and-control? In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware explores decentralized work models and how AI is reshaping staffing in AEC with Mandy McGill, founder of Aedifico. From construction leadership culture to labor productivity, discover why decentralization isn't just a trend—it's the future of how AEC firms organize work. Plus: the leadership mindsets that make it work.

Traditional staffing, procurement, and leadership models were built for a different era. But as the pace of change accelerates, construction leaders are being challenged to rethink how teams are formed, how work gets done, and how talent connects to projects. 

Mandy shares the vision behind Aedifico—a platform designed to match people to projects based on skills, interests, and scope of work, rather than traditional job roles. The conversation highlights how this shift from “staffing companies” to “staffing projects” could redefine how the industry operates.

Together, they unpack the real barriers to change, including resistance from HR and procurement systems, reliance on legacy relationships, and the challenge of adopting new ways of working in a deeply traditional industry.

This episode challenges leaders to think differently about workforce strategy, digital transformation, and what it means to lead in an increasingly decentralized and AI-driven environment.

This isn’t just about technology—it’s about rethinking how we connect people to meaningful work.

What you’ll learn:

•  What decentralized work means for the AEC industry 
•  How AI is reshaping workforce and project delivery models 
•  Why traditional staffing and procurement systems slow innovation 
•  The shift from staffing companies to staffing projects 
•  How leaders can adapt to the future of work in construction 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, executives, and AEC professionals focused on workforce strategy, innovation, and leading change in a rapidly evolving industry.

Chapters

03:00 The Birth of Aedifico
05:56 Decentralizing Work in AEC
12:03 Challenges in Adopting New Models
25:12 The Evolution of Work Models
33:30 AI and the Future of Work
40:58 Human-Centered Success

Guest

Mandy McGill is a strategist focused on how capital, talent, and technology shape the future of the AEC industry. She advises organizations on workforce models, decentralization, and digital transformation.

She is the Founder & CEO of Aedifico and host of Decentralized Everything.

Overcast Innovations
Helping project teams coordinate building systems earlier for more predictable outcomes.

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Big change doesn’t start with systems—it starts with people willing to think differently.

In this bonus episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware explores how real change in the construction industry happens over time—and why it requires both individual ownership and collective action.

Using the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) as examples, Ryan breaks down how ideas that once felt “too big” evolved into industry-wide movements. What began as conversations in the early 1990s has since transformed how we approach sustainability, collaboration, and project delivery. 

This episode challenges a common mindset: that problems in construction are too large for any one person to impact. Instead, Ryan reframes change as a series of small, consistent actions—taken by individuals who choose to engage rather than step back.

From overcoming resistance to creating buy-in, this conversation highlights the role of purpose, curiosity, and shared responsibility in driving meaningful industry progress.

This isn’t about waiting for change—it’s about deciding to be part of it.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why lasting change starts with individual mindset shifts 
•  How USGBC and DBIA scaled ideas into industry transformation 
•  The role of purpose in driving long-term change 
•  Why resistance often comes from perceived scale, not reality 
•  How small actions create large, collective impact 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, AEC professionals, and industry stakeholders looking to lead change, drive innovation, and contribute to the future of the built environment.

Chapters

01:55 The Challenge of Big Problems
04:21 History of Change in Construction
06:00 Growth of Sustainable Building Initiatives
07:01 Future Projections and Industry Impact

Overcast Innovations
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Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity.

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You can build great projects—and still run an unhealthy business. In this episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware sits down with Jessica Krause, Founder and CEO of New Lyfe Accounting, to explore why financial clarity is one of the most overlooked drivers of construction leadership and decision making. In the AEC industry, many construction leaders treat financials as a "back office" problem. But when you lack visibility into your business's true health, you can't make strategic decisions that drive long-term growth or navigate change effectively. Learn why financial literacy is a cornerstone of strong construction leadership culture.

Jessica breaks down the real challenges construction firms face, from disconnected systems and poor data visibility to the lack of communication between project teams and accounting. Together, they reframe financial management as a leadership responsibility—not a back-office function.

The discussion also explores how weak financial practices don’t just impact one company—they create ripple effects across projects, teams, and the broader construction ecosystem.

This episode offers practical steps to help leaders move from reactive decision-making to proactive, data-driven leadership.

This isn’t just about accounting—it’s about building a stronger, more resilient construction business.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why financial clarity is critical to construction leadership 
•  The difference between running projects and running a business 
•  How job costing and cash flow impact risk and decision-making 
•  Why communication between PMs and accounting is essential 
•  How poor financial visibility creates industry-wide ripple effects 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, business owners, and AEC professionals focused on improving financial performance, decision-making, and long-term growth.

Chapters

03:44 Construction Accounting Complexities
06:43 Communication Across Teams
09:45 Systems and Technology
12:56 Managing Change Orders
15:47 Financial Risk and Ripple Effects
21:52 First Steps to Improve Financial Management

Guest

Jessica Krause is Founder and CEO of New Lyfe Accounting, a firm specializing in construction accounting. She helps contractors improve financial clarity, manage risk, and build stronger, more sustainable businesses.

A CPA with over 15 years of experience, Jessica previously served as CFO for a commercial electrical contractor and is active in CFMA as a CCIFP.

Recommendations:

https://newlyfekc.com/resources/

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Helping project teams coordinate building systems earlier for more predictable outcomes.

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Curiosity isn’t a soft skill—it’s a leadership advantage in times of change.

In this bonus episode of Activating Curiosity™, Ryan Ware explores how construction leaders in the AEC industry can use curiosity to navigate uncertainty, reduce resistance, and lead change more effectively.

In an industry shaped by constant disruption—new technologies, shifting delivery models, and evolving workforce expectations—leaders are often trained to seek control. But this episode challenges that instinct, highlighting how curiosity creates clarity, builds confidence, and opens the door to better decision-making. 

Ryan unpacks why resistance to change is often rooted in fear and uncertainty—and how asking better questions can shift both individual and team mindset. Instead of forcing adoption, leaders can create space for exploration, learning, and psychological safety.

From experimentation to reflection, this episode offers a practical, human-centered approach to leading change in construction.

This isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about being willing to ask better questions.

What you’ll learn:

•  Why curiosity is essential for effective change leadership 
•  How fear and uncertainty drive resistance in construction teams 
•  The role of psychological safety in adopting new ideas 
•  Why asking better questions leads to better outcomes 
•  How to move from control to curiosity in leadership 

Who this is for:
Construction leaders, project managers, and AEC professionals focused on change management, leadership development, and navigating industry transformation.

Chapters

01:35 Industry Challenges and Mindset
03:33 Our Relationship with Change
06:33 Complexity of Change
08:55 Choosing to Embrace Change
11:20 Activating Curiosity
14:04 A New Chapter

Overcast Innovations
Helping project teams coordinate building systems earlier for more predictable outcomes.

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Helping construction leaders simplify change, strengthen trust, and move forward with clarity.

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