Talking Pools Podcast
If you’ve ever stared at a test kit like it personally insulted your family… welcome home.
Talking Pools Podcast is the pool industry’s “pull up a chair” show—part shop talk, part field manual, part therapy session—built for people who actually live on pool decks: commercial operators, service techs, builders, facility managers, and anyone responsible for water that can’t afford to go sideways. The network was created to level up the pool industry with real-world conversations on water chemistry, filtration, troubleshooting, construction, safety, and the business side of keeping pools open and budgets intact.
Here’s the hook: it’s not theory-first. It’s experience-first—a roster of seasoned pros (with 250+ years of combined “been there, fixed that” wisdom) turning complicated problems into practical moves you can use the same day. And it’s not one voice, one vibe, one corner of the industry: it’s a network of shows designed to reflect how diverse this work really is—different regions, different specialties, different personalities.
Also worth saying out loud: women aren’t “special guests” here—they’re on the mic as hosts, from the beginning, with an intentionally balanced roster. That matters, because the best ideas in this industry don’t come from one lane—they come from the whole road.
If you want a podcast that can make you laugh and make you better at what you do—without pretending the job is easier than it is—Talking Pools is the one you queue up before the first stop, and keep on when the day starts getting weird.
Talking Pools Podcast
Work Life Balance & Background Checks
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takeaways
- Weather can impact work conditions significantly.
- Hiring the right employee requires thorough background checks.
- It's crucial to switch off from work after hours.
- Finding a balance between work and personal life is essential.
- Taking time off is important for mental health.
- Engaging in hobbies can help relieve work stress.
- Establishing boundaries with clients is necessary for well-being.
- Regular holidays can refresh and rejuvenate business owners.
- Mental health resources are available for small business owners.
- Communication with employees about work expectations is vital.
summary
In this episode of Talking Pools, Peter and Shane discuss various topics including the impact of weather on work conditions, the challenges of hiring employees, the importance of switching off after work hours, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. They emphasize the significance of mental health for small business owners and the necessity of taking time off to recharge. The conversation also touches on the importance of background checks for employees and setting boundaries with clients to ensure well-being.
Sound Bites
- "Weather is atrocious, lots of flooding."
- "It's another billboard for us basically."
- "We had about 50, 55 candidates applying."
Chapters
00:00
Weather Woes and Work Life
14:38
Hiring Challenges and Employee Background Checks
15:26
Switching Off After Work Hours
28:57
Mental Health and Work-Life Balance
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