

Ep.1340 - First Planner System®️ - 18 - The Trade Partner Preparation Process
Who Eats the Cake? Setting Trades Up for Success
In this episode, we step into the crucial “who” stage of the Trade Partner Preparation Process, where planning meets execution and your trade partners get everything they need to build successfully. I’ll walk you through the six essential steps, from the buyout meeting to the final inspection, that ensure trades are aligned, prepared, and delivering quality work from day one.
You’ll learn how to: ✅ Structure meetings so expectations are clear and deliverables are met ✅ Use inspections to maintain quality at every stage of installation ✅ Build buy-in so trades see safety, quality, and flow as shared goals
Whether you call it a QC plan or a quality process, this system transforms project outcomes, reduces rework, and keeps teams working in sync. If you want your trades to show up ready, deliver with excellence, and leave the site on a high note, this is the blueprint you need.
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