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Veteran Entrepreneur: Launching Your Business Dream
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post From Service to Success: A Veteran’s Guide to Launching a Business The entrepreneurial spirit burns bright in many veterans, fueled by the discipline, resourcefulness, and leadership skills honed during their military service. If you’re a veteran dreaming of being your own boss and building something amazing, this…
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Creating a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization: A Comprehensive Guide
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post Turning Passion into Purpose: How to Create a 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization Do you have a vision for making a difference in the world? Are you passionate about a cause and eager to take action? Creating a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization might be the perfect path. This guide provides…
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Demystifying Government Contracts: Your Launchpad to Success
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post Demystifying Government Contracts: Your Launchpad to Success Is Government Contracting Right for Your Business? The U.S. government is a major purchaser of goods and services, making government contracts a lucrative opportunity for businesses of all sizes. However, navigating the government marketplace can feel intricate. This post will…
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GSA Cuts Tech Employees Amidst Efficiency Push
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post The General Services Administration (GSA) is reportedly planning to cut at least 100 tech employees, according to several current GSA employees. These employees, who preferred to remain anonymous, stated that supervisors have been informing employees of their impending dismissals. However, official emails have not yet been sent….
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GSA Budget Cuts: Staff Surveillance and Federal Government Changes
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post The General Services Administration (GSA) is facing significant budget cuts and increased staff surveillance under the new Trump administration. The agency, which manages federal real estate and contracts, is planning to halve its budget and increase monitoring of its remaining staff. This could be a model for…
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Federal Procurement Disruptions – Contractor Guidance
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post In the face of evolving federal spending priorities and potential government contract changes, contractors must understand their rights and obligations. The Trump Administration’s review of federal spending may lead to contract suspensions or terminations, causing disruptions in federal contracting. Understanding Potential Disruptions De Facto Interruptions Even without…
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Fixed Price Contracts: What Government Contractors Need to Know
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post Fixed Price Contracts: What Government Contractors Need to Know Many anticipate that the new administration will favor fixed-price government contracts and grants. The preference for this type of contract has changed over time; in 2017, the Department of Defense (DoD) favored fixed-price contracts but reversed this position in…
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GSA Orders Review of “Non-Essential” Consulting Contracts
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post The General Services Administration (GSA) is cracking down on what it considers “non-essential” consulting contracts within the federal government. Acting GSA administrator Stephen Ehikian has instructed a federal agency to either terminate or provide justification for consulting contracts that merely “generate a report, research, coaching, or an…
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DeepSeek AI: Data Risk to National Security
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post DeepSeek AI: National Security Concerns and Data Privacy Risks DeepSeek, a new AI tool, has sparked concerns regarding potential national security risks and data privacy. Experts have discovered code within DeepSeek that could enable user data to be sent directly to the Chinese government. Key Concerns Expert…
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Trump and Musk Order Federal Office Lease Terminations
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post Key Takeaways One of the next moves in President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s sweeping effort to fire government employees and curtail operations is using the agency that manages thousands of federal employee worksites around the country to cut down on office space. Last week, regional managers for the General Services…