This week the AV Life crew digs into why the AV industry feels “weird” right now—from project delays and shifting budgets to higher ed’s changing technology demands. James King shares stories from LCME accreditation planning, emphasizing the power of basics, discipline, and preparation. Tim highlights HETMA’s mission and the value of small wins, while Renee offers insights from manufacturers and integrators navigating unpredictable conditions. A grounded, honest look at where AV stands today and how to keep moving forward.Topics discussed:Rapid weather changes across regionsNationwide AV job market shiftsConstruction delays and funding reductionsHigher ed technology refresh challengesLCME accreditation hybrid/in-person prepDifferences in AV standards: wow-factor vs essentialsRegional AV events and attendance trendsHETMA Road to 10K: gratitude and small winsTeaching young professionals AV basicsIntegrator relationships and truth-telling to managementThe value of community: collaboration and supportThe AV Life is a Higher Ed AV Media production. More at higheredav.com. Connect with Tim: LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-van-woeart-45416826/ Twitter (X) – https://twitter.com/TVanWoeart Connect with The AV Life: Twitter (X) – https://twitter.com/TheAVLifePod YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@theavlife3337