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 the highs and lows that come with being a small business owner. From government contracting to mastering the RFP process, and advice for both newcomers and those expanding into the federal sector, this episode is a treasure trove of practical advice for anyone on the small business journey.

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Featured Guest:	John C. King	Company:	CEO, Strategic Engagement Consulting
Email:	jking@sec-govcon.com	Phone:	(910) 430-90912

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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. Whether you’re a seasoned contractor or a newcomer, this episode provides practical tips for mastering the investigative side of government contracting.
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Featured Guest:	Michael LeJeune	Company:	Partner, RSM Federal
Email:	mlejeune@rsmfederal.com	Phone:	(636)-577-5005

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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 business goal from 3 to 5%. They have also created a vast network of supporting services for veteran-owned companies. They provide multiple opportunities for Veterans to receive the education and support they need to accelerate the growth of their companies. The NVSBC also hosts one of the best annual conferences of the year called VETS. Learn more about this organization and its amazing conference in this episode.

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Featured Guest:	Scott Jensen	Company:	Executive Director, NVSBC
Email:	scott.jensen@nvsbc.org	Phone:	(703) 889-5742

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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. Working as a team has been a force multiplier that neither one of us expected.

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Featured Guest:	Joshua Frank	Company:	Managing Partner, RSM Federal
Email:	jfrank@rsmfederal.com	Phone:	703-677-1700

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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. You will learn about the significance of research, persistence, and relationship-building for navigating the complexities of government contracting.

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Featured Guest:	Ricky Howard	Company:	CEO, DoD Contract Academy
Email:	rick@dodcontract.com	Phone:	(781) 879-8797

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