In this episode of Battle Ready Life (aired 9-25-25), discover the mindset and strategies that set great leaders apart when navigating times of change. Learn how to embrace uncertainty, guide your team with confidence, and build resilience in the face of rapid transformation. Our guest shares powerful insights on emotional intelligence, adaptability, and purpose-driven leadership—skills every modern professional needs to lead effectively in today’s evolving world. Whether you’re managing a business, leading a team, or working on your personal growth, this conversation will equip you with the tools to stay strong, stay focused, and stay battle ready. Tune in and find out how to lead through change with clarity and courage.

In this inspiring episode of Battle Ready (aired 9-18-25), host Ricky Chavez sits down with Erica, founder of Go Hire, to uncover the secrets behind fearless leadership, effective networking, and career growth. Discover how adopting a “Go-Giver” mindset can transform your professional journey, helping you connect with the right people, build meaningful relationships, and unlock new opportunities.

Erica shares actionable advice on overcoming fear, taking bold steps in your career, and approaching challenges with confidence. Learn why networking isn’t just about instant gratification but about creating long-term value and genuine connections that drive success.

If you’ve ever felt stuck or afraid to make your next move, this episode will inspire you to do it scared and start shaping the future you deserve. Tune in to Battle Ready on Now Media TV — where resilience meets opportunity.

In this powerful episode of Battle Ready (Aired 9-11-25), host Ricky Chavez sits down with life coach and U.S. Army veteran Tamika Jones to explore how self-love can transform your life from the inside out. Tamika opens up about her journey from serving in the military to serving others through her F.L.A.W.S. Method — a life-changing approach to facing fears, embracing authenticity, and turning personal pain into power. Discover how to rebuild confidence, create healthy boundaries, and live with purpose no matter your past. This episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking emotional healing, mental resilience, and personal empowerment.

West Point grad Gary Bartels shares his journey from combat to healing and how OATH provides purpose, community, and outdoor therapy for veterans and first responders facing transition and PTSD.

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• (00:04:12) - West Point Military Prep School
• (00:10:01) - Battle Ready
• (00:12:19) - Gary Bartels on the Challenges of First Responders and Veterans
• (00:18:43) - Veterans and First Responders Need Help
• (00:23:45) - What the Oath Ministry Does for Battle Ready Veterans
• (00:27:37) - Oath of Chi-Town
• (00:31:19) - Oath Ministries: Volunteering
• (00:35:19) - Battle Ready
• (00:35:52) - How to Listen to Your Wife
• (00:40:26) - How to Attend a Veteran's Event
• (00:41:57) - Oath of Keeper Gal
• (00:44:10) - Oath Ministries: The Turkey Hunt Success Story

Air Force vet Brandon Stubblefield and PBJ Youth Foundation mentor at-risk youth with free life-skills, STEM & outdoor programs, scholarships, and parent support. Donate or volunteer.

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• (00:00:57) - Air Force Veteran on 'This Is Us'
• (00:02:06) - Employee Recruitment at Daikin Park
• (00:03:35) - PBJ Youth Foundation
• (00:05:06) - Philip Bennet's Youth Foundation
• (00:10:01) - How to Donate to the PBJ Youth Foundation
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• (00:12:33) - President Trump on the Need for Mentorship
• (00:15:57) - In the Elevator With Steve Jobs
• (00:17:14) - What about the Mid-Level Teens?
• (00:19:20) - Ricky on Needing Help For Parents
• (00:21:25) - How to Reach Out to Others
• (00:24:36) - Brandon Stubblefield
• (00:27:24) - Setting Boundaries for Kids
• (00:29:07) - Setting Boundaries For Your Child's Technology
• (00:34:31) - "I Just Want My Girls to Go Hunting"
• (00:35:19) - PJ Youth Foundation Camp in Jackson
• (00:37:07) - Donating to PBJ Youth Foundation
• (00:40:13) - The Parent-Youth Connection
• (00:42:08) - PBF Houston
• (00:43:50) - Brandon on Living With Integrity

How do great companies win top talent—fast? On Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez sits down with Youi Culberson, founder & president of Culberson Resources Inc., a Houston-based recruiting firm with 20+ years of success. From immigrating at 10 to pivoting from accounting to executive recruiting, Youi shares real-world strategies for employers and candidates: how to craft “the sizzle” in your employer brand, identify a candidate’s superpower, showcase emotional intelligence, and build resumes that tell a clear story. We also dig into behavioral interviews, private-equity dynamics, being an A-player during layoffs, and scaling a business by mentoring and letting go.

Perfect for hiring managers, HR/Talent Acquisition leaders, and professionals planning their next move. Learn what differentiates top performers, how to stand out on LinkedIn, and why clarity and culture win every time.

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• (00:00:33) - Meet Yui Culberson
• (00:00:57) - Asian American Recruitment Story
• (00:04:49) - How to Recruit the Right People
• (00:06:20) - Top Executives on Finding Talent
• (00:11:34) - Battle Ready
• (00:12:14) - Top HR Executives:
• (00:17:57) - Laid Off or Ready to Get Layoff?
• (00:22:03) - How to Get Out There in the Job Search
• (00:23:37) - Ricky Chavez on Business and the Future
• (00:25:57) - In the Elevator With Recruiters
• (00:27:11) - On Starting a Business on Your Own
• (00:27:48) - Why I Started to Scale My Business
• (00:29:51) - What's The Biggest Obstacle to Success?
• (00:32:38) - What is the core values of your company?
• (00:33:10) - The Crazy Candidate Negotiation
• (00:35:57) - Battle Ready
• (00:36:45) - Chris Rock on Letting Go
• (00:41:19) - What Would You Tell a Senior Manager About Retirement?
• (00:45:49) - Coberson Resources

On Battle Ready, host Ricky Chavez sits down with Houston leader Rick Figueroa—CEO of Patron Partners and chair within Texas licensing & regulation—to unpack how defeats forge character, why servant leadership wins, and how mentorship (your “pallbearers”) keeps you accountable. Rick shares his Bay City roots, the seven rules from his mother, the power of being bilingual, and his journey from ranch hand to wealth management—plus why impact beats success. We cover leadership vs. mentorship, building significance, faith-driven decision making, and practical ways to “bisect the curve” of your life and career.

Watch for real, actionable takeaways on organizational health, mindset, and purpose.
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• (00:00:44) - Ricky Gomez on Becoming an Accountant
• (00:03:50) - Bilingual Businessman on Running Away From Poverty
• (00:07:47) - Challenges and Defenses in Your Life
• (00:11:05) - Battle Ready
• (00:12:37) - Ricky on His Defeats
• (00:16:38) - A Soldier's Fight for Freedom
• (00:17:07) - Blessed Are You With Your Wife?
• (00:18:32) - What is the Impact of Your Work?
• (00:20:29) - Rick Figueroa: The 3 Rules of Wealth Management
• (00:23:38) - Mentorship and Leadership
• (00:28:30) - Billy Graham on Pallbearers and Social Media
• (00:32:35) - Close Friendships and the Need for Personal Growth
• (00:35:55) - Battle Ready
• (00:39:50) - What Is It That You Want From Me?
• (00:42:20) - 3 Big Victories Of My Life
• (00:45:35) - What is your biggest victory of all time?
• (00:47:20) - Rick Figueroa

Unlock lasting impact with lean thinking, empathy, and AI-driven leadership. Build trust, innovate yourself, and transform failure into growth with Dr. Adel’s mindset.

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• (00:00:59) - How to guide a troubled soul out of their current situation
• (00:03:11) - The Power of Turning a Failure Into a Learning Experience
• (00:06:31) - What Can Leaders Do To Recover Confidence?
• (00:10:39) - The Pinnacle Performance Zone
• (00:13:08) - Dr. Adil Delil on Leading With Accountability
• (00:13:56) - Sensing the Next Level of Leadership
• (00:17:07) - How to grow as a leader
• (00:23:41) - How to find Dr. Adil Dalal online
• (00:24:51) - Emotional Intelligence
• (00:28:12) - Leaders: The shift in culture
• (00:37:27) - Empathy is the key to leadership
• (00:38:12) - Battle Ready
• (00:38:57) - What are the protocols and rhythms of your leadership
• (00:42:05) - Leaders: Lead by Example
• (00:46:36) - Be prepared for AI
• (00:47:50) - Dr. Dill on the Need for Peace