set the stage for
set the stage for something to make it possible for something to happen; to make something likely to happen
Family problems in childhood can set the stage for stress in adult life.
The thrilling semi-finals set the stage for what should be a great game.
~の基盤を築く、~の土台を築く
なにかが発展するための前提や環境を作り出すときに使われる
e.g.
Early traction sets the stage for business growth. 早い段階での実績はビジネスの成長基盤を築きます。
The government new economic policies aim to set the stage for job creation. 政府の新しい経済政策は雇用を生み出すための基盤を整えることを目指しています。
Effective communication within a team sets the stage for productive work environment. チーム内の効果的なコミュニケーションは生産性の高い職場環境の土台となります。