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Game Changers was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors. The focus of every episode is to give listeners a new tip, trick, or strategy that will help them find and win more contracts. Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SME), companies that are successfully winning contracts, or nationally recognized professional speakers and authors. The show is hosted by government experts Michael LeJeune from Federal Access and Joshua Frank from RSM Federal. Their award-w ...
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There are three phases to becoming a successful government contractor. The first phase is your foundation. This is where you lay the groundwork. Phase two is your strategy phase. This is where you craft your targeted plan of attack. Phase three is the execution phase. Phase three is all about action. This episode will help you understand how to nav…
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In this special episode, we celebrate the launch of the much-anticipated book, "I'm New to Government Contracting. Where Do I Start?" Whether you're a budding entrepreneur in government contracting or a seasoned business looking to optimize your strategies, this episode is a treasure trove of insights. This episode will give you a sneak peek into t…
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In this episode, I interviewed Troy Francis, a seasoned contracting officer. With 17 years of experience spanning federal to local levels, including a pivotal role at the Department of Defense. Troy offers a rare glimpse into the life of a contracting officer. This episode delves into the complexities and nuances of government procurement, explorin…
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In this episode, we dive deep into the art of conquering procrastination. Discover innovative strategies designed to propel you from stagnation to action. Learn how the "Five-Minute Rule" can jump-start your productivity, why tackling your "worst-first" sets the tone for success, and how gamifying your goals turns tedious tasks into thrilling chall…
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Dive into the essentials of managing remote teams in this engaging episode. We begin by redefining success, emphasizing results over time spent, and focusing on sales rather than call counts and hours. Next, we outline clear expectations for remote work: a professional workspace, arrangements for distractions during client meetings, and maintaining…
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In this episode, I interviewed Matt Corzine from GSA National about the intricacies of the Service Contract Act (SCA) and the Davis-Bacon Act, two pivotal pieces of legislation that impact government contracting. Matt demystifies these regulations, shedding light on their significance, the recent changes, and their implications for contractors. Lea…
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In this episode, I introduce our innovative group coaching model, Federal Access Advisor, for government contractors. Our flagship service is designed to simplify the journey toward securing federal contracts by concentrating on our unique three-phase growth strategy. With over 200 strategy guides, 150 training videos, and live weekly inner circle …
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I recently sat down with Shannon Edie, the Executive Director at the Native Hawaiian Organizations Association to discuss the NHOA and their annual conference. The mission of the NHOA is to protect, promote, and advance the preservation of federal contracting for Native Hawaiian Organizations (NHOs). The NHOA is at the forefront of advocating for t…
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In this episode, I sat down with John King to discuss "Chasing Your Small Business Passion." We tackle tough questions like the necessary commitment to sustain your business in the early stages, and whether your business narrative truly reflects your passion. Get insights into starting a new business or shifting to a different industry, alongside t…
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Being a successful government contractor requires finding actionable information. Think of it as being a private investigator in the world of contracts—connecting the dots, avoiding distractions, and staying focused. Discover the art of knowing what to look for, navigating the rabbit hole of information, and, most importantly, when to move on. Whet…
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I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Scott Jenson, the Executive Director of the National Veteran Small Business Coalition to talk about the organization and their annual VETS conference. We are huge fans of the work that the NVSBC is doing to help Veterans. Their legislative advocacy was recently key in raising the Veteran small busine…
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I recently sat down with Joshua Frank to talk about Selecting the Right Business Partner. For those who don't know, Josh and I have known each other for over 20 years. We became business partners in April of 2014. This is an unfiltered peek behind the curtain that will provide you with insights as to why we are so successful working together. Worki…
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In this episode, I sat down with Ricky Howard, a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience in the Air Force specializing in acquisitions and program management. We talked about securing meetings with influential individuals. We cover practical strategies for identifying and connecting with key personnel, with an emphasis on program managers…
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In this episode, I dive into 10 essential rules for government contractors navigating the social media landscape. Learn why being authentic matters (#3), how to strike the right balance between value-driven content and self-promotion (#5 & #6), and why consistency is key (#4). I also talk about the importance of engagement (#8) and offer strategic …
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I recently sat down with Rich Earnest to discuss Equity as Compensation for business developers. We discuss the complexities of equity-based compensation models, the importance of clear agreements and expectations, potential impacts on small business set-asides, balance in compensation, and the importance of having a predefined valuation formula in…
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This episode explores crucial tips for building strong partnerships as a government prime or subcontractor. You will learn about balancing your pipeline, navigating prime-sub dynamics, and negotiating realistic terms. Discover the power of controlled communication, strategic vagueness, and decision-making authority for primes. Subcontractors, find …
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Picture this. You've identified a contracting officer who buys what you sell. The next step is crafting the perfect email to get their attention. You write the email and hit send. If this is your first time doing this, you get a big smile on your face because you know how close you are to getting a contract. To your surprise, nothing happens. You d…
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This episode is a high-level breakdown that will help you create your social media platform strategy. I talk about platforms, your strategy based on who you want to attract, types of content you should consider, and simple tactics for growing and engaging an audience.-----Schedule a call with Michael: https://calendly.com/michaellejeune/govconstrat…
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In this episode, I sat down with Nick Bernardo from MyGovWatch to discuss Who's Buying What You Sell. We touch on this from both the Fed and SLED market perspectives, how to properly search sam.gov for open opportunities, how to gain market awareness by tracking open and recently closed solicitations, and how and when to use open records requests t…
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Most new government contractors struggle with three specific things; 1. Learning all of the nuances of being a government contractor, 2. Narrowing their focus to a specific niche, and 3. The fundamentals of being a good business owner. This episode will break down each of these challenges and provide you with simple ways to overcome these learning …
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In this episode, I interviewed William Randolph, the Founder, and CEO of Think Acquisition and MicroMarket.co about Creating Your 10K Micro-purchase offer. To be considered a micro-purchase, the contract must be under 10K. Under FAR 13.2 (micro-purchase guidelines), an authorized buyer (contracting officers and credit card holders) is allowed to pu…
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Did you know that a lot of paid advertising slots go unsold every month? In fact, this is such an issue for advertisers that there are networks dedicated to selling these spots at heavily discounted rates. The trick to getting these spots is often by waiting until the last minute to pounce on these deals. In this episode, I sat down with Rich Kagan…
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In this special Halloween episode, I talk about a concept that author Mike Michalowicz made popular a few years ago in his book, The Pumpkin Plan. At a high level, the pumpkin plan teaches entrepreneurs how to prune away distractions in their business in order to focus on the most important areas of their business. By cutting out distractions, a bu…
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Just because you can, doesn't mean you should. That's one of the best takeaways from this podcast episode. If you wanted to, you could spend all day every day bidding on government opportunities. In fact, that brute force method is exactly how most people start and eventually end their GovCon journey. They spend months or in some cases years blindl…
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Government contractors often struggle with exit and succession planning. Novation requirements, Anti-Assignment Act obligations, and set-aside designations can limit a company's M&A options. Even if a GovCon firm wants to remain independent, traditional buy-sell arrangements can be complicated and inefficient. Employee stock ownership plans represe…
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