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Curiosity & High-Stakes Dialogue with Kyle Majchrowski
🔍 Episode Summary
In part 2 of this month's episode, host Nick Caravella and Kyle Majchrowski dive into the theme of curiosity—a foundational topic from Kyle’s book Powerful Conversations.
Together they explore how curiosity shapes leadership, project delivery, and personal growth. What begins as a question—“what does curiosity really mean?”—unfolds into a workshop-style dialogue on learning, vulnerability, and slowing down under pressure.
This episode brings the Wired to Build story arc full circle: understanding how to create systems that empower people to think differently, lead authentically, and stay curious even in high-stakes environments.
👤 Guest Bio
Kyle Majchrowski is a leadership coach, author, and founder of Ripple Intent, a nonprofit dedicated to improving communication and collaboration in the built-environment industry.
After decades spanning subcontractor, GC, and owner roles—including work with Banner Health—Kyle now helps teams master the art of powerful, people-first conversations.
💡 Episode Insights
Curiosity is the courage to ask what if—to explore possibilities without demanding immediate answers.
Environments that reward speed and certainty often suppress curiosity; leaders must create space for “slow-down moments.”
Asking questions from a place of not knowing builds trust and psychological safety across teams.
Fear of failure and imposter syndrome can shut down curiosity—especially when cultures punish mistakes.
Curiosity in leadership is as much about permission-giving as it is about inquiry: inviting others to think, test, and learn.
Slowing down can accelerate progress; taking time to reflect often leads to better, faster decisions later.
🔗 Resources
Get the book, Powerful Conversations
Join the Ripple Intent Community
Sign up for the Avicado Toast Newsletter
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🔍 Episode Summary
In part 2 of this month's episode, host Nick Caravella and Kyle Majchrowski dive into the theme of curiosity—a foundational topic from Kyle’s book Powerful Conversations.
Together they explore how curiosity shapes leadership, project delivery, and personal growth. What begins as a question—“what does curiosity really mean?”—unfolds into a workshop-style dialogue on learning, vulnerability, and slowing down under pressure.
This episode brings the Wired to Build story arc full circle: understanding how to create systems that empower people to think differently, lead authentically, and stay curious even in high-stakes environments.
👤 Guest Bio
Kyle Majchrowski is a leadership coach, author, and founder of Ripple Intent, a nonprofit dedicated to improving communication and collaboration in the built-environment industry.
After decades spanning subcontractor, GC, and owner roles—including work with Banner Health—Kyle now helps teams master the art of powerful, people-first conversations.
💡 Episode Insights
Curiosity is the courage to ask what if—to explore possibilities without demanding immediate answers.
Environments that reward speed and certainty often suppress curiosity; leaders must create space for “slow-down moments.”
Asking questions from a place of not knowing builds trust and psychological safety across teams.
Fear of failure and imposter syndrome can shut down curiosity—especially when cultures punish mistakes.
Curiosity in leadership is as much about permission-giving as it is about inquiry: inviting others to think, test, and learn.
Slowing down can accelerate progress; taking time to reflect often leads to better, faster decisions later.
🔗 Resources
Get the book, Powerful Conversations
Join the Ripple Intent Community
Sign up for the Avicado Toast Newsletter