This Week in Victoria 012826 Season 13, Episode 12 Welcome to This Week in Victoria! Each week, Brother Gary Moses and Chris Doelle sit down and go over all the happenings in the Crossroads area.

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Bearcat Beat Season 1, Episode 22 Softball - Reeca Huntsman 012726

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"Bearcat Beat," a podcast dedicated to Sherman Bearcats athletics, hosted by Chris Doelle and sponsored by the Sherman Athletic Booster Club. This episode focuses on the Sherman Athletic Director, Alan McDougal and he gives us a "State of the District Athletics" report. Call the fan feedback line 713-568-6361 and let us hear what you have to say!

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Montgomery Athletics Show 012726 Season 1, Episode 23 Boys Soccer - George Hourahan

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AI Assembled 012626 Season 03, Episode 08

AI Assembled is a cutting-edge podcast where AI takes center stage. Hosted by Chris Doelle, the show features content sourced by ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, Deep Seek, Manus, and others and expertly crafted into engaging discussions through Genspark. Each episode dives into the latest developments in artificial intelligence, blending human insight with the power of machine-generated storytelling. Tune in to explore how AI is reshaping industries, all with the help of innovative AI tools working behind the scenes.

10 Stories Covered

1. Deloitte State of AI - Enterprise AI adoption reached 78% (up from 55%), with 34% of organizations truly reimagining their businesses from the ground up.
2. Google Gemini Enterprise for CX - Google launched autonomous AI agents for retail that deploy in days, giving early-moving SMBs a 12-18 month learning advantage.
3. Microsoft 365 Copilot Business - Microsoft released SMB-specific AI tools integrated into Office suite, expanding benefits in February 2026.
4. AI Agents Market Hits $10.9B - The AI agents market grew 45% to $10.9B, with 40% of enterprise apps expected to embed agents by year-end.
5. AI Becomes Retail's Operating System - Analysts declared AI will run all retail operations by 2027, with smaller companies adopting faster due to less legacy infrastructure.
6. ElevenLabs Valued at $11B - Voice AI company ElevenLabs hit $11B valuation as voice-first customer experiences become table stakes.
7. Physical AI Adoption Accelerates - Physical AI adoption stands at 58% today and will reach 80% by 2028, transforming supply chains for SMBs.
8. AI ROI Reaches 3.7x - High-maturity AI adopters see 3.7x return on investment, with speed and execution becoming competitive advantages.
9. AI Usage Jumped to 71% - AI usage surged from 33% to 71% in one year, but 56% cite poor data quality as a barrier.
10. Inference Costs Become Strategic - Inference cost, latency, and architecture are now board-level concerns as companies build hybrid AI stacks.

Why Listen?

1. Enterprise-grade AI is now SMB-accessible - Learn which platforms you can deploy in days
2. 12-18 month advantage for early movers - Discover why timing matters
3. Execution beats strategy - Find out why smaller companies are winning
4. Clear ROI data - Hear what's working and what's not

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SHOW NOTES:

In this conversation, Ty Gipson shares his personal journey of overcoming adversity and the importance of a growth mindset. He introduces the 'No Options Mindset' which emphasizes the need to grow or die, hope or despair, and humor or drama. Through his own experiences, including facing life-threatening health issues, he encourages listeners to take immediate action towards their goals and to not let challenges defeat them. Ty emphasizes the power of small steps and personal responsibility in achieving dreams and overcoming obstacles.

Takeaways

• The importance of sharing personal stories to help others.
• Adversity can either defeat us or motivate us to grow.
• Procrastination is a common barrier to success.
• Taking immediate action is crucial for personal growth.
• Finding your 'why' can drive you through tough times.
• Small steps can lead to significant progress over time.
• Maintaining a positive mindset is essential for overcoming challenges.
• We all have the tools within us to push through adversity.
• Avoiding a victim mentality is key to empowerment.
• Celebrating small victories can lead to greater achievements.

Calallen Softball Coaches Show 012226 Season 2, Episode 1

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In this episode of Rossman Radio, Rob Nichols interviews Michael Tekin, founder and CEO of Brands Gateway, a leading luxury fashion dropshipping platform. They discuss the unique model of Brands Gateway, the challenges faced in the luxury e-commerce space, and the importance of trust and quality in dropshipping. Michael shares insights on the shift towards luxury products, the rise of live shopping, and the impact of AI on marketing strategies. The conversation also touches on consumer behavior trends in the luxury market and the future focus of Brands Gateway on pre-loved luxury items and AI optimization. Michael offers valuable advice for aspiring e-commerce entrepreneurs, emphasizing the need for action, continuous learning, and strategic partnerships.

Takeaways

• Brands Gateway provides a platform for sourcing luxury products. • Trust and authenticity are crucial in luxury dropshipping. • Quality over quantity is essential in selecting dropshippers. • The luxury market remains resilient during economic downturns. • Invisible branding is becoming more popular among luxury consumers. • Live shopping is gaining traction in North America. • SEO strategies must adapt to the rise of AI tools. • Understanding consumer behavior is key to success in luxury e-commerce. • Pre-loved luxury items represent a significant market opportunity. • Entrepreneurs should focus on action and continuous learning.

Summary

Chris Mondragon, owner of Bumblebee Cleaning Services, shares how early adoption of technology—especially online booking—helped grow the business from a small startup into a multi-market operation spanning Seattle and Atlanta, with further expansion planned. He discusses the power of recurring revenue in service businesses, how to evaluate and enter new markets, and why Bumblebee shifted to a subcontractor model to improve scalability. Chris also explains how a viral YouTube interview unexpectedly led to a successful coaching and education business, and why systematization, delegation, and smart use of technology (including AI and virtual assistants) are critical to sustainable growth.

Takeaways

• Early adoption of technology (like online booking) can create a major competitive edge. • Recurring revenue is a powerful driver of stability and long-term growth in service businesses. • Market expansion should be based on growth trends, competition gaps, and customer acquisition costs. • The subcontractor model can scale faster than employee-heavy operations in labor-intensive services. • Visibility and content can open unexpected opportunities, including education and coaching businesses. • Marketing decisions should be data-driven and tested over at least 90 days before judging results. • Different markets require different strategies—what works in one city may fail in another. • Systematizing before scaling prevents burnout and removes the owner as the bottleneck. • Delegation, including virtual assistants, frees owners to focus on growth rather than daily firefighting.

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Randy, founder of Premium Cabinets, shares how starting the business in 2009 during the housing downturn helped build strong fundamentals that later scaled to 35 locations nationwide. He breaks down the systems-driven approach behind that growth—documented playbooks, repeatable marketing and sales processes, and training built for entrepreneurial operators. Randy also discusses practical ways he's using AI and automation to improve efficiency in marketing, reviews/referrals, and customer handling, while stressing that humans still need to guide and verify the work.

Takeaways

• Starting during a downturn forced better systems and discipline early. • Growth came from documented processes, playbooks, and training—not winging it. • Marketing improved through constant testing, then standardizing what works. • A teachable sales system matters more than individual "sales talent." • Automating reviews and referrals helps prevent "firefighting" from killing consistency. • AI is best used to increase efficiency, but still needs human oversight. • Multi-channel marketing is hard to track; lack of attribution doesn't mean it isn't working. • Best practice: establish a baseline, test changes, and refine based on res

Summary

In this episode of Rossman Radio, we're joined by Elizabeth Sable, Owner of Action Builders, a residential design-build firm based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Elizabeth shares her journey from joining the company in 2012 to becoming owner in 2023, and discusses leadership, team building, customer experience, and how tools like AI, content marketing, and modern software are reshaping the renovation industry.

Takeaways

• Renovation experience can't be replaced — it has to be learned through doing • Clear communication and education dramatically improve customer satisfaction • Transparency builds trust with both customers and employees • AI is best used to improve efficiency, not replace human expertise • Educational content helps homeowners navigate overwhelming information • Strong processes evolve by continuously identifying and fixing pain points