Experience, Ego, AI & the Future of Construction | Kailash Chandola

THE HUMANS OF AEC — EPISODE 01 What is really holding the construction industry back? Is it technology? Experience? Leadership? Or the way we think and work together? In the very first episode of Humans of AEC, Poorva sits down with Kailash Chandola, Founder & CEO of Arth Tech Global, for an honest conversation about the people, decisions and behaviours shaping architecture, engineering and construction. From the realities of building a business to the uncomfortable conversations that happen behind closed doors, Kailash shares his observations on the challenges facing our industry. In this episode, we explore: Why people hesitate to speak up when something goes wrong. How hierarchy and ego influence decision-making. Why years of experience don't necessarily translate into wisdom. The role of emotional intelligence in leadership. What AI and automation could mean for architects, engineers and construction professionals. Why changing mindsets may be more important than adopting new technologies. The realities of building something that lasts. What meaningful progress in construction should ultimately achieve for people. Beyond the technology, projects and milestones, this conversation explores something more fundamental: the people behind the built environment. This is our first full conversation. And there's much more to come. 🎙️ Guest: Kailash Chandola, Founder & CEO, Arth Tech Global 🎙️ Host: Poorva 🎬 Podcast: The Humans of AEC 📍 Episode: 01 Join the conversation What's one thing you believe needs to change in the AEC industry? Share your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe to The Humans of AEC for more conversations with the people shaping our industry. Follow The Humans of AEC: LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/company/thoaec] Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thoaec] #TheHumansOfAEC #KailashChandola #AECIndustry #ConstructionIndustry #Leadership