Are you ready to transform your New Year’s resolutions from wishful thinking into actionable goals that actually stick and lead you to good profit? Welcome to another episode of The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers, where we cut through the noise and get straight to the heart of what it takes to achieve success in the trades. This week, Patrick dives deep into the art of honest reflection—a crucial step that many overlook when setting their goals for the year ahead. Without a solid framework, resolutions can quickly become a recipe for confusion and failure by mid-year.

Patrick introduces his innovative framework, the “Big Six,” which encompasses body, family, tribe, faith, craft, and legacy. These six pillars are essential for scaling your trade business and achieving a balanced life. He challenges listeners to take a hard look at their past year, grade their performance honestly, and set realistic goals for 2026. Remember, it’s not just about motivation; it’s about implementing systems and processes that lead to real, sustainable change.

Throughout the episode, Patrick shares valuable insights from Charles Koch’s book, “Good Profit,” emphasizing the difference between good and bad profit. This knowledge is vital for any tradesperson looking to create value and build a successful trade business. The conversation is packed with practical advice for tradespeople on how to navigate the challenges of self-employment in the trades, including financing options for contractors and effective sales techniques for trades.

Want to close more deals in the trades Want more profit, good profit? Patrick’s actionable strategies will help you master follow-up techniques and present options that resonate with your customers. He also discusses the key ingredients for business success, including aligning roles in business partnerships and overcoming challenges in the trades. Whether you’re in HVAC, plumbing, or any other trade, this episode is loaded with insider tips and trade business growth tips that you can start applying today.

As we wrap up, Patrick provides listeners with actionable homework—because change doesn’t happen by chance; it requires intentional action and consistency. So, if you’re serious about building a thriving trade business and want to hear some inspiring tradepreneur success stories, tune in to The Tradepreneur Show with Patrick Somers. Let’s make 2026 your best year yet!

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Kick off 2026 with a smarter plan, not a short-lived burst of motivation. In the season two premiere, Patrick Somers shares a grounded framework for reflection and goal setting built on systems, structure, and honest self-assessment. Find out how to review the past year, set meaningful goals across six key life pillars, and turn ambition into clear, actionable plans.

In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) The power of honest self-reflection

(04:55) Book notes: "Good Profit" by Charles Koch

(08:12) Market-based management’s Five Dimensions

(13:22) The importance of grading your year

(20:15) Why structure beats motivation

(22:21) Debunking life balance myths

(24:10) The Big Six pillars of success

(28:49) Building goals for each pillar

(37:17) Closing thoughts and quote of the week

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