The Fire Time Podcast

While we prepare for Season 15 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Zack Estes titled, "The Growth Paradox" (released in the ⁠November 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine⁠). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: ⁠⁠https://itsfireti...

While we prepare for Season 15 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article he wrote at the end of the year titled, "You Can't Make Everyone Happy" (released in the December 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome r...

“If aliens came to earth and demanded to know everything about the hearth industry and we had to promote a liaison - that’s how I explained Tim.” At the end of Season 14, Tim trades places with Gideon and takes a turn in the interview hot seat to answer questions about his journey and the things that have shaped him and his career. Check out the Season 14 finale to hear the (non)hostile takeover o...

“How can you help a customer solve their problem if you only sell one thing?” This week, Tim has a Podcast first with four guests from Newfoundland after the Compact Appliances Trade Show in New Brunswick Canada. Inspired by a captivating late night conversation, Tim brings together Peter Parsons, owner of The Tin Man, Adam Hunt, owner of The Wood Shed, Tim Brake, owner of Brakes Heating, and Kim...

"In today's world, the experience of buying and how we are selling products to our customers, is more important that the products themselves. " This week, Tim reflects on an interview from the Fire Time Journal and Fire Time Magazine Podcast with Dave Rettinger all about showrooms. From renting scenarios to bricks and real estate, in showrooms large and small, they discuss elevating your space to...

This week, Tim shares some thoughts he's had based his recent travel and the moment that the industry finds itself in. In his episode, Tim covers: Why advertising isn't the answer most companies think it is when sales are slow. Why companies need to think smaller in order to win big. Where AI fits into our industry—and the tools that Tim has been using. How Tim has simplified his digital life over...

“No quotes left behind.” This week, Tim takes a break from interviews to share a class he taught at the recent Oregon & NW HBPA joint conference about the customer journey from start to finish and building a process that is easy to follow in order to make it easy to buy. In his class, Tim covers: Combating “LAJ (Looking at Jobs) Syndrome” where time is wasted because of misalignment with customer...

"Take the time to hire the right person to the best of your ability." This week, Tim talks with Brian Hogan, owner/operator of multiple Chick-fil-A locations in the in the Pacific Northwest to discuss his creative approaches to driving employee loyalty and engagement in order to serve customers and his team better. Tim and Brian discuss: Using scheduling and choice to drive employee loyalty and en...

“When you become a leader, you are no longer the one that shines, you are the one who illuminates the path for others.” In this episode, Tim sits down once again with Fire Time Podcast Episode 1 guest, Tim Rethlake of TRaction Coaching to talk about leadership, serving well, and letting people in your organization shine. Tim and TR discuss: Being a good facilitator rather than a trainer and being...

“Expectations are just clarity.” In this episode, Tim sits down with Chip Brown, Vice President of  Northeast Distribution to discuss EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), a framework to optimize your business with structure, consistency, and efficiency, utilizing lateral communication and ongoing involvement throughout your company. Tim and Chip talk about: The 6 components of EOS - vision, dat...

"Is your marketing delivering your message to the right people at the right time?" In this episode, Tim nerds out with Sean Coffey, Marketing Manager at Regency, and recent author of “The Marketing Flywheel” article for the Fire Time Magazine. They talk in depth about: • Practical aspects of marketing in the industry and putting together content that makes a difference for customers . • Intentiona...

"Regulation is here whether we want it or not." In today's episode, Tim connects with Fire Time Podcast veteran Chris Neufeld, Vice President of Blaze King, live in North Carolina. In this episode, Tim and Chris discuss: • Compliance and retesting in the industry and the EPA reviewing test reports for new units and old units alike. • Product knowledge, trust, and relationship building in sales. •...

"You're either at the table, or you're on the table being carved up." In today's episode, Tim sits down with John Crouch, Director of Solid Fuel Issues at the HBPA, to reflect on his lifetime of work, the things that have shaped him in his career, and what he wishes for the industry as he prepares to move on to new endeavors in retirement. In this episode, Tim and John discuss: • Influences in the...

In this episode, Tim hosts the keynote LIVE from the HPBExpo 2025 - "Leading Through Times of Uncertainty and Change." Hear from: • Brian Smith, President of Hearth & Home Technologies - “If you’re finished changing, you’re finished.”  • Henry Hall, President of Skytech and Chair of HBPA Executive Board - “Hard work beats talent. If you’re willing to stay in it long enough, you win.” • Jill McClur...

"Your future self needs your today self to do this work." In today's episode, Tim has a highly anticipated conversation with Karen Harman Smeltz where they discuss life courses, the return to entrepreneurship, the power of a strength-based mindset, and carving out a name for oneself after growing up in the family business of Harman Pellet Stoves. Don't miss this long awaited discussion as Tim and...

"The two most important days of your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why." In today's episode, Tim has a one of a kind conversation with Kevin Russell, founder of Warrior Horse - an organization that offers healing and hope to traumatized military veterans using a personalized and interactive equine-assisted process. (TW: Suicide) Don't miss this powerful discussion and chec...

Tim kicks off Season 14 of the Fire Time Podcast with a conversation LIVE from the Valor booth at the 2025 HPBExpo with Jill McClure, CEO and President of the HBPA. Tim and Jill discuss highlights and rejuvenation of the trade show, leadership skills, and strategies to guide your team. In this conversation, they cover: • Being a learner while being a leader to avoid getting stuck in the status-quo...

"While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Jerry Isenhour titled, "Overcoming the Pain of Sustaining Change" (released in the April 2023 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome reward...

"While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Zack Estes titled, "Everyone Is a Process Engineer" (released in the December 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: https://...

"While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Alex Judd titled, "Lonely at the Top" (released in the May 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: https://itsfiretime.com/joi...

"While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Elliott White titled, "Find Your Selling Strategy" (released in the April 2023 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: https://itsf...

"While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Ryan Przybylski titled, "Take a Walk in Customers' Shoes" (released in the October 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: htt...

"While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article he wrote titled, "Don't Take Yourself Too Seriously" (released in the October 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: https://its...

While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Nathan Lammers titled, "Fight for Every Sale" (released in the September 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: https://itsfir...

While we prepare for Season 14 of the podcast, Tim will be giving weekly rapid reactions to audio articles from The Fire Time Magazine. In this week's episode, Tim reacts to an article by Gideon Honeycutt titled, "Demand More From Your Rep" (released in the September 2024 issue of The Fire Time Magazine). ------ Become a supporter of The Fire Time Network and get access to awesome rewards: https:/...