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Richard C. Howard
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The single biggest purchaser of goods and services in the world is the US government. Learn the step by step process of winning government contracts from former defense procurement officer Lt Col (ret) Ricky Howard. For more information please visit us at: https://www.dodcontract.com

  1. MAR 14

    Trump Administration Paying Thousands of Federal Workers To Leave Their Jobs | Armand Curet

    The federal government is slashing jobs, but that doesn’t mean opportunities are disappearing—far from it. In this episode, I sit down with Armand Curet, a federal jobs expert, to break down what’s really happening with government layoffs and why contractors and consultants could be the biggest winners. We’ll cover: 00:00 Introduction to Federal Workforce Changes00:40 Impact of Workforce Reductions01:51 Current Hiring and Workforce Dynamics04:25 Opportunities in Government Contracting06:24 Navigating Federal Job Transitions08:28 Leveraging Military Experience for Federal Jobs11:34 Exploring Private Sector Opportunities16:41 Severance and Voluntary Separation Insights18:29 Strategizing Career Moves in Uncertain Times21:08 Capitalizing on Federal Job Experience23:59 Exploring Government Job Opportunities24:17 Navigating Unique Hiring Paths25:14 Resources for Veterans and Disabled Individuals26:00 Understanding Schedule A and VA Disability Letters26:41 Veteran Recruitment Act and Other Hiring Authorities28:17 Current Job Market and Hiring Trends34:01 Federal Job Application Strategies39:52 Coaching and Resources for Federal Job Seekers42:41 Optimism and Opportunities in Federal Employment If you’ve been thinking about a federal career or want to leverage your experience to sell to the government, this episode is for you! 📌 Learn how to win government contracts & start your consulting business:👉 GovClose Certification Program Check out Armands You Tube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCo63bxd3tZ3e0HM49HyYLTA 📌 Follow me for more expert insights on government sales & consulting:🔹 YouTube: GovClose YouTube Channel🔹 LinkedIn: Richard C. Howard🔹 Website: RichardCHoward.com 🎧 Subscribe for more insider strategies on federal contracting & business growth! 🚀

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  2. MAR 11

    How to Make $30K/Month as a Government Consultant (Free 1-Hour Course!)

    The key to maximizing your income potential with military experience is government contracting. In this video USAF veteran Rick Howard walks through 2 paths to use their experience to land high paying account executive positions or start a profitable consulting business.Get the GovClose Certification: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification Free Book Download: https://www.dodcontract.com/Watch these videos next:3 Ways To Make Money In GovCon: https://youtu.be/w69_xF5rZJs5 Steps To Your First Client: https://youtu.be/UCGoArfOGJwThis video provides an in-depth look at consulting for government contracting. The speaker, a former Air Force procurement officer, explains the benefits and opportunities within this niche market. He details his journey from military service to running a consulting business that helps companies sell to the government. The discussion includes key areas such as sales strategy, reverse engineering government spending patterns, proposal writing, and the necessary certifications and processes. Real-life examples are shared to illustrate common challenges and solutions. Rick touches on the benefits of consulting versus running a government contracting business, the potential for quick revenue generation, and various specialties within the consulting field. Towards the end, the Rick addresses questions about living internationally while consulting, transitioning into the field without prior experience, and customer acquisition and relationship building. The session concludes with a look into the certification program offered, which includes training on starting and running a consulting business in the government contracting space.00:00 Introduction to Government Contracting Consulting00:54 Understanding the Needs of New Government Contractors01:19 Reverse Engineering Government Spending02:14 Consulting Services for Government Contractors02:42 Challenges and Solutions for On-Contract Companies05:06 Benefits of Consulting Over Direct Government Sales06:21 International Consulting and Remote Work07:39 Starting a Consulting Business Without Prior Experience07:59 Certification Program Overview14:24 Identifying Your Niche in Government Contracting21:53 Subcontracting in Government Contracts31:59 Tech Startups and Government Contracts34:21 Exploring Contract Administration and Subcontract Management35:03 Navigating Government Subcontracting Opportunities36:33 Building a Government Sales Team38:02 Understanding the Role of Contracting Officers and Program Managers41:21 Starting a Consulting Business in Government Contracting46:44 The Pitfalls of the Middleman Strategy52:55 Proposal Writing Tips and Best Practices01:03:45 Final Thoughts and Course Information#remotework #consultingbusiness #startabusiness

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    The single biggest purchaser of goods and services in the world is the US government. Learn the step by step process of winning government contracts from former defense procurement officer Lt Col (ret) Ricky Howard. For more information please visit us at: https://www.dodcontract.com

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