Getting in the Room
In my role as co-founder of The ASBC, I have met, and continue to meet some of the most amazing and inspiring people. Some of them are experienced business owners and entrepreneurs, and others are...
RFIs: An intricate and difficult problem
Conundrum is defined by Merriam-Webster as "an intricate and difficult problem," a phrase that is a massive understatement when the "problem" being discussed is federal agency market research. Specifically,...
We’re here!
Happy New Year to you!From a business standpoint, what does 2024 have in store for you? How much of that is in your control? Have you established resolutions, or did you select a word to serve as your...
Celebrating the season, growth, and victories
Can you believe we're at the end of another year already? I distinctly remember a trip with my family to NYC between Christmas and New Year's, staying in Times Square, and taking in all that the Big...
Start small, go big(ger)
Be careful. Too many self-proclaimed experts don't know what they are talking about when it comes to Micropurchases in federal contracting. I'm specifically talking about the ones who claim to have real...
Transformative Insights: Reflecting on Bootcamp
I can’t stop smiling.You’ll understand why in just a bit.Thank you @Roslyn Davis for saying this, and sharing this about your experience in the December 2023 Bootcamp cohort. If you are seeking...
Government falls short measuring Industry
There's a chance you've heard me discuss North American Industry Classification System codes (NAICS Codes) and Product Service Codes (PSC Codes) previously. For the most part, those and my continuing ...
The night before Bootcamp.
T'was the night before Bootcamp,and all through the day,my mind had been pondering about the right wayTo greet the final cohort of 2023Who will join us in Hanover, Michele Bull and meEach student with...
Talking in Federal Contracting Code
The U.S. Government uses multiple classification systems to manage its interactions with activities, assets, industries and more. Understanding the use of relevant systems enhances your ability to...
Stop Wasting Time and Money!
Winning a federal multiple-award contract (MAC) without intention and planning to "work the contract," is a waste of time and money that happens everyday in large and small companies. I see it and I...
