In this episode, we take on the sometimes awkward, often misunderstood world of probationary periods. Are they necessary checkpoints or just a corporate commitment-phobe’s way of saying “it’s not me, it’s you”? One of us thinks they’re essential for building trust, the other thinks they’re a lazy crutch for indecisive leaders. Spoiler: it gets spicy.

We also share a hilarious cautionary tale involving a sales call, a window manufacturer, and a near-existential panic about phishing scams—because apparently, trying to be productive is now a security risk.

Whether you're hiring, being hired, or just trying not to get catfished by a Sales Prospecting vendor, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Tea and Timbits, we get a painfully relatable tale of legal déjà vu, where Scott finds himself buried in contract markup mayhem. Spoiler: ChatGPT didn’t save him, but it was close.

Then we shift gears and dive into the real meat: how to onboard new sales hires by fostering collaboration between sales, marketing, and finance. We explore why alignment isn’t just HR’s problem and how onboarding needs more than product knowledge—it needs a unified commercial culture. Plus, should marketing meet your new hire before they start? We debate it. Politely. Mostly.

In this episode of the T & Timbits podcast, we finally tackle the meat of hiring effective salespeople. After an onboarding-first approach in the last episode, we now shift focus to recruitment—and oh boy, it's not about just getting anyone through the door.

We talk about the critical (and often overlooked) difference between hiring for what someone has done versus what they can do in your business. There’s a deep dive into role plays, video applications, coachability tests, and how to sniff out the difference between a true sales hunter and someone who’s been coasting on team glory.

Along the way, we share an all-too-relatable music festival fiasco, celebrate the power of humility, and laugh at our own mental meetings (again).

Join us as we dig into filters, expectations, and why “just sell things” probably isn’t a solid job description.

This week, we ditched recruitment for a hot sec and dove headfirst into the wild world of onboarding. But not the “here’s your laptop, now good luck” kind — we’re talking mutual accountability onboarding. You know, that rare unicorn where both the company and the new hire actually know what’s going on.

We unpack the difference between ticking boxes and setting up humans to succeed, share a “we almost lost a client story” (don’t worry, it ends well), and explore how onboarding should be an ongoing conversation — not a one-and-done HR ritual. Whether you're hiring, being hired, or just nosy, this one’s got something for you.

In this bonus July episode, we explore what it means to live in a state of constant evolution (and how a flat tire can be surprisingly enlightening). From late-night roadside reflections to the business lessons hiding in market stagnation, we talk about shifting mindsets from doers to leaders, and operators to guides. It's part strategy, part therapy, and—let's be honest—part coping mechanism for when your growth chart flatlines. If you're wondering why your business feels stuck despite working harder than ever, this one's for you.

In this episode, we tackle the not-so-delicate balance between productivity and well-being—with a cold drink in hand and a not-so-healthy snack probably nearby. We reflect on how our physical habits (or lack thereof) affect our minds, our work, and our leadership. From beer-fueled guilt trips to dodging fast food temptations at youth baseball tournaments, we share personal stories and self-deprecating truths about finding moderation in the madness. Whether you're a leader trying to set a better example or just someone who forgot what a glass of water looks like, this one's for you. Spoiler: taking a solo cinema trip might just be the new spa day.

Culture isn't what you preach—it's what you permit.

In this episode of Tea & Timbits, we (Scott from steamy Toronto & Andy from the melting UK) talk about the collision of personal boundaries, burnout, and business culture.

Andy admits he planned an amazing music festival and accidentally ghosted his own well-being. We ask: what happens when you bring that same energy—or lack of it—into your workplace?

Key takeaways:

• You can't build a high-performance team in a low-standards culture

• Boundaries aren't barriers—they're your foundation

• Sometimes, you're just in the wrong puzzle altogether

Grab a fan, a cold drink, and join us for a conversation that’s as honest as it is sweaty.

Listen now at teaandtimbits.com
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We wore our Blue Jays colors and accidentally stumbled into one of our most useful conversations yet!

This week on the Tea and Timbits podcast, we talk about:
⚾️ Celebrating wins (like beating the Yankees—sorry not sorry)
🧠 The value of a "clarity break" — 30-60 mins of unplugged time with just your thoughts and a pen
📉 Why busy ≠ productive
🤯 How leadership without clarity hurts culture (and possibly your calendar)

We even admit we don’t always practice what we preach… but hey, awareness is the first step, right?

So take a pause, ditch the notifications, and maybe scribble down a few big ideas. Your future self will thank you.

#Leadership #Mindset #Productivity #BusinessDevelopment #TeaAndTimbits