The Subbies' Toolbox Podcast

Hosted by: Michelle Cirson

The Subbies Toolbox Podcast is for Australian commercial subcontractors who want to understand the real rules of construction and stop being worn down by outdated systems and one-sided contracts. Hosted by...

Episodes

Episode 3 - The Power of ITPs in Subcontracting

Season #2 April 01, 2026

In this episode, Michelle explains why Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) are one of the most overlooked tools subcontractors have to protect themselves on commercial construction projects. Many subbies see ITPs as just...

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Episode 2 - Mastering Risk Management for Subcontractors

Season #2 March 24, 2026

In this episode of The Subbies Toolbox Podcast, Michelle breaks down one of the most overlooked risk areas for commercial subcontractors: purchase order terms and conditions. Drawing on real experiences from legal...

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Episode 1 - The contracting hierarchy in construction is designed to keep Subcontractors under control – not build better buildings.

Season #2 January 28, 2026

Welcome to Season 2 and the first episode of The Subbies Toolbox Podcast. If you’re a commercial subcontractor working for builders in Australia, this podcast is for you. In this episode, I explain why the podcast...

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The Subbies' Toolbox Podcast

Episodes

Episode 3 - The Power of ITPs in Subcontracting

Episode 2 - Mastering Risk Management for Subcontractors

Episode 1 - The contracting hierarchy in construction is designed to keep Subcontractors under control – not build better buildings.

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