Hot Tea with Umo & Bri
Hot Tea with Umo and Bri is the go-to podcast for sports nutritionists, fitness pros, and wellness entrepreneurs who are ready to stop playing small and start building careers with purpose, power, and profit. Hosted by Umo Callins, a sports dietitian and fitness coach blazing trails in male-dominated spaces, and Briana Butler, a performance dietitian and former pro athlete, this show is your unfiltered backstage pass to what it really takes to thrive in this industry.
Together, they bring over 30 years of experience and a no-gatekeeping approach. They will be sharing the lessons they learned (sometimes the hard way) on building brands, attracting clients, and creating multiple streams of income. From imposter syndrome to industry visibility, you’ll hear real stories, actionable strategies, and expert conversations designed to help you turn your passion into a sustainable, standout career.
If you’re serious about growth, crave transparency, and are ready to rewrite the rules of your profession, pour a cup and join the conversation. Welcome to Hot Tea with Umo and Bri!
Hot Tea with Umo & Bri
EPISODE 3: Why Delegation Fails for Entrepreneurs
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What if the reason delegation feels so hard is not your team, but the way the work is being handed off? In this episode, Uma and Bri get real about why delegation often falls apart for business owners, especially when you care deeply about your work and struggle to let go. They share honest lessons from their own hiring mistakes, including hiring in chaos, unclear expectations, and assuming people know more than they do. They also talk about what actually helps: clear communication, strong systems, detailed SOPs, examples, accountability, and giving team members the support they need to succeed. This conversation is a must-listen for wellness and nutrition entrepreneurs who want to grow without carrying every part of the business alone.
Umo's Instagram: @sassy.sports.dietitian
Bri's Instagram: @theathletitian
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Episode highlights:
(1:23) Why delegation feels harder than it sounds
(3:26) Early hiring mistakes and lessons learned
(6:24) Common reasons delegation fails
(11:21) Setting clear expectations from the start
(14:40) Why systems, examples, and SOPs matter
(17:06) Accountability, ownership, and team autonomy
(20:47) Defining success and supporting different work styles
(23:30) Collaboration, team culture, and founder support
(26:23) Final takeaway on building a business that can grow