Tea and Timbits

Tea and Timbits

By Scott Snowden + Andy BaqoneBusinessManagement
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Tea and Timbits episodes

  • Change: A New Year’s Dive Into Transformation

    New Year, New You? Maybe. Let’s Talk About Change! 🎉

    As 2025 kicks off, we’re diving into everyone’s favorite New Year’s topic: CHANGE. Whether it’s personal goals or business strategy, change can be exhilarating... and terrifying. We share stories about incremental progress, and when it’s time to go big or go home. Plus, how to navigate tech disruptions without losing your cool (or your clients).

    Change is inevitable, but thriving through it? That’s a skill. Start your year with insights and a little fun—champagne tuxedo not required. 🍾

    20 min
  • Traditions, Timbits, and Tinsel

    🎅 Ho, ho, ho! It’s the season of traditions! In our latest podcast, we’ve wrapped up a gift of global Christmas reflections just for you. 🎁

    Did you know that Japan has a KFC tradition for Christmas? Or that in Sweden, a failed soda became a seasonal sensation? 🎄 We dive into these stories and chat about how traditions, whether at home or in business, can bring a touch of joy and connection.

    Give it a listen to spark ideas on how you can use traditions (or start new ones) to create lasting memories in your work and personal life.

    Let’s end the year with some festive cheer! Tune in now.

    #Podcast #BusinessDevelopment #ChristmasTraditions #CulturalInsights

    19 min
  • Process & Culture: The Secret of a Good Sales Process

    🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄 Ready to level up your sales game just in time for the holidays? In our latest Tea & Timbits episode, we dive into what makes a sales process truly great. Hint: it's not about overcomplicating things or skipping steps—it’s about creating a clear, flexible journey that turns strangers into advocates. 💡

    We also tackle the dreaded RFP, share lessons from broken processes, and discuss why sometimes stepping away is the best move. Whether you're flying solo or steering a sales team, this episode is your gift of insights for the season! 🎁

    Tune in now and let us know—what’s your secret ingredient for a winning sales process? ☕🍩

    #SalesProcess #BusinessDevelopment #TeaAndTimbits #Podcast #HolidayWisdom

    26 min
  • Process & Culture: Let's Get Tactical

    Turns out, the key to motivating your team isn’t an inbox full of epic monologues. (Who knew, right?) This week on Tea & Timbits, we explore why handwritten sticky notes trump spammy emails every time. ✍️

    Join us as we discuss:
    - Creating processes that don’t suck the soul out of your team
    - Hiring tips that ensure your new recruit vibes with your culture
    - The reality of risk-based management (Spoiler: it’s not just avoiding risks)

    Got team dynamics woes? Culture fit chaos? We’ve got you. Tune in, and let’s fix it together (or at least commiserate). 🎙️

    #ProcessAndCulture #Leadership #TeaAndTimbitsPodcast

    21 min
  • Process & Culture: The Importance of Qualifying for Fit

    Process + Culture = Business Magic! 🌟
    In our latest podcast episode, we tackle the great business balancing act: process versus culture. Ever tried launching a new project only for "too many cooks in the kitchen" to ruin it? Or wondered if a disruptor can mesh with a team of collaborators? (Spoiler: Sometimes yes, sometimes no.)

    We share tales from trade shows, tips on building scalable processes, and why being upfront about your culture might just save you years of regret. Whether you're hiring, managing clients, or just trying to keep your team sane, this episode's for you.

    Got stories of cultural mismatches or process breakthroughs? We’d love to hear! 👇

    23 min
  • Looking Ahead: Staying Ahead of Business Trends

    🚀 Keeping a finger on the pulse of business trends isn’t just for the tech-savvy—it’s survival 101 in today’s fast-paced world!

    In our latest Tea & Timbits episode, we explore how to stay ahead without getting lost in the noise. Think daily habits, credible industry insights, and yes, those infamous lessons from Blockbuster. 💾

    🔑 Key takeaways:

    • Build a simple routine to track trends.
    • Seek out reliable sources (not the latest meme).
    • Embrace collaboration, conferences, and cross-industry chats.
    • Stay ahead, stay curious, and most importantly—don’t overcomplicate it. 🎙️ Catch the full episode here 👉 tntimbits.com

      What’s your go-to strategy for keeping up with industry trends? Share your thoughts below! 👇

      #BusinessTrends #Leadership #GrowthStrategy

      21 min
    • Looking Ahead: Agency or In-house?

      Agency or In-House? The Debate is ON!

      This week on Tea & Timbits, we dove into a key strategic decisions businesses face: when to keep it in-house and when to call in the pros (aka an agency).

      Key Takeaways:

      • Agencies bring specialized expertise and scalability, but require discovery and alignment.
      • In-house offers control and cultural synergy but might stretch your team too thin.
      • The real magic? Finding the right balance for YOUR project needs.
      • We also shared a cautionary tale involving a FedEx mix-up (spoiler: Scott is not on FedEx's holiday card list this year) and how to keep your cool when things go sideways.

        Ready to hear more? Tune in for all the laughs, lessons, and practical insights.

        P.S. Which camp are you in—#TeamAgency or #InHouse? Let us know below!

        23 min
      • Looking Ahead: Strategic Planning

        Strategic planning season is here, and we've got a fresh take for you! This week on the Tea and Timbits podcast, we’re talking all things strategy—what it is, what it isn’t, and how to make sure your 2025 goals aren’t gathering dust by February.

        We dive into actionable strategies that will actually move the needle, focusing on consistency, accountability, and the right mix of structure and creative freedom. Curious about how to review your strategy without drowning in details?

        Check out the episode and join the conversation—let’s make those plans work for us! 🎧

        #StrategicPlanning #BusinessGoals #TeaAndTimbits #PlanningAhead

        22 min
      • Looking Ahead: Planning for Tomorrow

        🎉 Happy 1-Year Anniversary to Tea and Timbits! 🎉

        This milestone episode has us thinking about the future—and let’s be honest, we’ve all been guilty of “tweaking last year’s spreadsheet” instead of truly rethinking strategy. 🤔

        In this episode, we explore:

        • How to navigate the ever-evolving business landscape.
        • Why your “tried and true” methods still matter (but could use a health check).
        • The importance of mindset shifts and personal ownership.
        • Ready to make 2024 a year of thoughtful growth and sustainable change? Tune in and let’s map out the future together! 🎧

          #businessstrategy #growthmindset #TeaAndTimbits #podcast

          21 min
        • Sales + Marketing: Growth Marketing Unpacked

          🚀 Is Growth Marketing a Buzzword or a Game-Changer? 🚀

          We just wrapped up a new episode of Tea & Timbits, where we break down the nitty-gritty of growth marketing! 🎙️ This isn’t your average marketing talk—it’s all about creating lasting growth through every phase of the customer journey.

          It’s not just about getting prospects through the door; it’s about creating meaningful touchpoints at every step, from initial engagement to customer success. 🤝 Yes, it can be daunting, but we're sharing practical steps to make it manageable. Spoiler: you don’t have to “boil the ocean” 🌊 to succeed!

          Tune in now to learn how you can apply these strategies in bite-sized, practical ways! 🎧

          #GrowthMarketing #CustomerSuccess #BusinessDevelopment #MarketingStrategy

          21 min

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