Game Changers for Government Contractors

In this episode, we talked with Frank McNally about How to Get Found in Govcon. Most people know how to look for Govcon opportunities. There are dozens of prospecting methods to help YOU create or engage the government. But what about those opportunities that aren't public yet? How does a contracting officer locate your company when THEY are the ones doing the market research? That's what this epi...

In this special episode of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to talk about Your Govcon Intervention. Yes, I said it. You might need an intervention. If you aren't happy with your current Govcon journey, you need to hear this. If you have tried a lot of things, but nothing seems to be working, you need to hear this. If you are ready to throw your hands up in the air and quit Govcon,...

In this episode, we talked with David Neal about Winning Sole Source Contracts. David walks us through several examples of how to find opportunities and more importantly, how he positioned his clients for success with those prospects. The strategies we talk about are simple, effective, and timeless. The data systems may have changed (FBO.gov to beta.sam.gov), but the strategies exactly the same. -...

In this special 100th episode of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to talk about Your Govcon Journey. We kick off this episode by going back in time to talk about Michael's Govcon journey. It wasn't easy. Michael talks about three keys that helped him overcome the obstacles of learning Govcon and how you can apply these simple strategies to stay focused and ultimately win more gove...

In this special edition of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to talk about overthinking and obsessing over small details in your business. Are details important? Sure they are. BUT...they should not cripple your company from taking action. You learn a lot from taking action. In fact, you learn more from taking action and making mistakes than you ever will in the comfort and safety...

In this episode, we sat down with bestselling author Gene Moran to discuss How to Master the 3-Ring Circus of Federal Sales. When you step into the government market, you quickly learn that it doesn't operate like a traditional business. There are internal and external layers for every agency and all of these layers work in concert to identify needs, budget for those needs, and ultimately appropri...

In this special edition of Game Changers, Michael LeJeune is interviewed on the Onward podcast with Emily Harman. We talk about the need for calm and hope in chaotic times and why it's important to stick to the basics during a time like COVID-19. What are the basics? How do you prepare for times of crisis? Listen now to find out. Learn more about the Onward podcast here --> https://emilyharman.com...

In this special edition of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to discuss How Long Will it Take to Win a Government Contract. This is hands down the number one question we get asked by potential clients. The short answer is that it depends on several factors. During this episode, we cover six key questions you should ask yourself to figure out how long it's realistically going to tak...

In this episode, we interviewed Jay McConville about Collaboration in the Competitive World of Proposals. We go back in time to discuss the history of virtual collaboration and where a lot of the technology of today got its roots. We also address the complexities of working with virtual teams, implementing workflow, and the benefits of collaborative tools. ----- I want to take a minute to share so...

In this special edition of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to discuss why you should STOP Watching Your Competition. Should you know who your competitors are in the market? Sure. Should you know what they are doing and who they are working on? Sure. Should you obsess about their every move? NO! It's easy to fall into the trap of copying your competitors every move. Here's the dea...

Do you have questions about the new cybersecurity certification? If so, this episode will help you answer those questions. We sat down with Adam Austin from Totem Technologies to discuss How to Navigate the CMMC Certification. You will learn about the current requirements for DoD contractors, how those requirements are currently being assessed, how the CMMC model is going to impact small businesse...

In this special edition of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to discuss How to Fill Your Pipeline. A healthy sales pipeline solves a lot of problems in business. One of the fastest ways to grow your pipeline is through teaming. How do you get other companies to show any interest in you? We talk about that and a lot more in this episode. ----- Need something to read? Get Game Change...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Emily Harman. Emily is a former contracting officer for the Navy. Emily is the President of Emily Harman Coaching and Consulting and the host of the Onward podcast. We discussed a variety of topics from a contracting officer's perspective. We talk about how to make a great first impression with a CO, the impacts of Coronavirus, CMMC, and strate...

In this special edition of Game Changers, you go 1-on-1 with Michael LeJeune to discuss the Three Types of Government Contractors. Discover which type of contractor you are and which approach is best for quickly growing and scaling your government business. ----- Need something to read? Get Game Changers for Government Contractors now. bit.ly/NewGameChangersBook The concepts and strategies shared...

Have you ever considered outsourcing your capture management? We typically advise NOT to do this for one major reason. Most companies struggle to put the processes and expectations in place to do it properly. For that reason, many companies wind up feeling burned by the experience. This episode is going to give you a framework for Successfully Outsourcing Capture Management in your government cont...

In this special episode, Joshua Frank talks about the 8(a) program voluntary suspension and how 8(a) companies can take advantage of this. Do NOT take this lightly. Listen to this podcast and evaluate your individual circumstances. If you have questions, please email us at mlejeune@rsmfederal.com. Please note an error in the recording. The micro-purchase threshold increased from $10,000 to $20,000...

In this episode, we sit down with government contracting legend Mark Amtower to discuss Social Selling in GovCon. We talk about social selling triggers, key elements of social selling, how to use social media (especially LinkedIn) to target and connect with your ideal buyers. Mark is a contributing author to the Game Changers book. Get Game Changers for Government Contractors now. bit.ly/NewGameCh...

In this episode, we sat down with marketing expert Tim Burt to discuss strategies for marketing to the government. We discuss some of the simple mistakes most businesses make with their marketing, some phrases you can use to engage your audience, why you shouldn't follow the example of big companies, and a lot more. Get Game Changers for Government Contractors now. bit.ly/NewGameChangersBook The c...

RSM Federal has put together what we think is the GovCon book of the year. We have spearheaded an effort to bring together 29 of the industry's experts in ONE BOOK! This is a first of its kind in GovCon. 29 of the most trusted industry experts (including Joshua Frank and Michael LeJeune) have come together to share our tips, tricks, and practical advice for winning government contracts. - Get Game...

The difference between success and failure is razor-thin. Often, it's the little things that you don't know or don't understand that can trip you up. This episode of Game Changers exposes and discusses these challenges in the form of blind spots. Carroll Bernard breaks down three of these blind spots, how to recognize them, and how to overcome them. ----- Federal Access is helping Government Contr...

Did you know that if you buy or sell a company that already has government contracts, you have to get approval from the government to KEEP those contracts? In fact, you have to get approval from EVERY government agency/organization individually. This is part of a process called contract novation. In this episode of Game Changers, we sit down with Steve Meredith from the Southwestern Pennsylvania C...

Typically, when we talk about succeeding in the government market, we tend to talk a lot about things like sales, marketing, business development, proposal writing, and other "fundamentals" of business. What we don't talk a lot about, is the PEOPLE that make all of that work possible. At the end of the day, it's a person performing sales tasks, writing your marketing pieces, executing a business d...

A common challenge for all business owners is finding, hiring, and maintaining quality employees. Most companies tend to go through "rounds" or bursts of hiring. This model relies heavily on job boards and short-term marketing strategies. The biggest drawback to this model is that you get a limited number of applicants over a short period of time AND you don't get a chance to build a relationship...

What separates the winners from the losers in business? It's not what you think. It has little to do with being the best in your industry, having the highest quality, or even the best service. Winners and losers are often separated by their ability to consistently perform a handful of critical tasks. In this podcast, we discuss three of these tasks and how to use them to maintain profitability. --...

If you haven't noticed, 2019 has been a very busy year in government contract acquisition changes. A lot of changes have been percolating for years, but we witnessed a major shift in the market in 2019. This episode talks about category management, GSA Schedule consolidation, contract bundling, pitch day competitions, the 809 Panel, the new SAM website and a lot more. Joshua Frank breaks down what...