If you’ve ever said, “This year will be different”… only to blink and suddenly it’s February and nothing’s changed, this episode is for you.

In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela break down the exact process smart tradies use to take control of their year before the year takes control of them. This isn’t about working harder. It’s about planning properly so you get more profit, more time and a hell of a lot less stress.

This episode introduces The Pre-loaded Year. A simple, practical way to plan your life first, then your business, so 2026 actually feels different.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why motivation fades fast and why structure beats willpower every time
• The difference between the unorganised tradie and the smart tradie
• How to plan your year life-first so work stops stealing your time
• The big rocks, pebbles and sand method to lock in what matters most
• How to choose the one business problem to fix each quarter
• How to identify slow months, busy months and red flag months
• Why most tradies panic in quiet periods and burn out in busy ones
• How preloading your calendar removes stress, guesswork and chaos
• The simple habits that create calm, control and consistency
• How written plans create better decisions, better teams and better lives

To make this simple, we’ve created a 3-page Pre-loaded Year template so you can follow along and fill in the blanks as you go.

👉 Download The Pre-loaded Year template now

If you’re sitting there thinking, “Yep… I need a proper plan to make this year different,” then this is your sign.

Come and join Andy and Angela at Stress Free Tradie, our one-day live event built specifically for trade business owners who are sick of the chaos and want clarity, control and confidence in their business.

You’ll walk away with a clear plan, practical tools you can actually use, and the confidence to make better decisions without second-guessing yourself.

👉 Check out the event details and secure your spot here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/

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