Ep 345: How to Grow Your Government Contracting Business on LinkedIn

In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune shares valuable strategies for optimizing LinkedIn to grow your government contracting business. With over 20 years in the industry and extensive experience coaching contractors, Michael emphasizes the importance of a well-crafted LinkedIn profile, showcasing thought leadership, engaging with relevant groups, and leveraging tools like Sales Navigator. Learn how to connect effectively with contracting officers, primes, and industry leaders, highlight your past performance, and use LinkedIn to expand your professional network. These actionable tips can help you build your reputation and boost your business in the GovCon space.
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Featured Guest: Michael LeJeune Company: Partner, RSM Federal
Email: mlejeune@rsmfederal.com Phone: (636)-577-5005
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Ep 344: Practical Advice for Breaking into the SLED Market

In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune is joined by Angela Seymour, a procurement expert with nearly 20 years of experience, to discuss the SLED (state, local, and education) market. Angela shares her insights on the benefits and challenges of pursuing SLED contracts compared to federal contracts. She covers key topics such as the importance of local networking, differences in proposal requirements, and common misconceptions about certifications. Angela also provides practical strategies for positioning your business, finding opportunities, and understanding local procurement processes. This episode is a must-listen for contractors looking to expand into the SLED market or refine their approach.

Featured Guest: Angela Seymour Company: SC APEX
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Ep 343: 7 things you need to improve in your GovCon Business

In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune shares seven critical areas for improving your government contracting business. Inspired by Jim Rohn’s quote, “Never wish life were easier; wish you were better,” Michael discusses actionable tips on refining your target market, streamlining your proposal process, and developing effective prospecting and teaming strategies. He emphasizes the importance of tracking KPIs to ensure continuous growth and making strategic adjustments to stay competitive. This episode offers practical advice to help you simplify processes and achieve greater success in the GovCon market.
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Featured Guest: Michael LeJeune Company: Partner, RSM Federal
Email: mlejeune@rsmfederal.com Phone: (636)-577-5005
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Ep 342: Scaling Your GovCon Business from 1 to 100+ employees

In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune chats with Dave Sterling, founder of Royce Geo, about his journey from launching a one-person startup to building a thriving GovCon business with over 150 employees. Dave shares valuable lessons on staying focused, leveraging industry expertise, and the importance of taking calculated risks in hiring and growth. He emphasizes the need for strategic preparation before launching a business and how building the right team can accelerate success. This episode offers actionable insights for anyone looking to grow their government contracting business.

Featured Guest: Dave Sterling Company: Royce Geo
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Ep 341: Leveraging AI for Government Contracting

In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune explores how government contractors can leverage AI to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and enhance proposal development. Drawing from real-world examples, Michael shares insights into the key distinctions between AI and automation, and how AI can be used for red-teaming proposals, transcribing documents, conducting data analysis, and more. He also provides practical tips for creating an AI policy, managing security concerns, and getting the most out of AI tools. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers valuable advice on how to make AI work for your GovCon business.
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Featured Guest: Michael LeJeune Company: Partner, RSM Federal
Email: mlejeune@rsmfederal.com Phone: (636)-577-5005
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