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.

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✅ The truth about federal job cuts & hiring freezes
✅ Why government contracting is booming despite layoffs
✅ How veterans and federal employees can pivot into lucrative contractor roles
✅ What past government layoffs tell us about future opportunities

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!

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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

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/UCGoArfOGJwFree Training: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification #federaljobs #governmentjobs #federal #layoffs Spending cuts and federal employee layoffs have many of people nervous. However, many opportunities will be emerging and nows the time to pay attention.00:00 Introduction00:30 Federal Layoffs and Government Contracting02:52 Opportunities Amidst Federal Job Cuts03:56 Historical Context and Current Administration07:37 Challenges in Government Contracting10:41 Opportunities for Federal Workers and Small Businesses14:01 Strategies for Success in Government Contracting23:53 Q&A and Final Thoughts35:14 Gov Close Certification Success Stories

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In this video, Rick Howard, a former government procurement officer and founder of Gov Close, shares a powerful strategy based on his father's successful pivot in the house painting business during the 1980s. By specializing in repairing damaged ceilings and branding himself as 'The Ceiling Doctor,' his father managed to attract high-paying clients and expand his services exponentially. This specialization approach has since been applied by Rick to help hundreds of companies thrive in the government contracting market and B2B sales. Through compelling stories and practical advice, Rick outlines a step-by-step framework for identifying and exploiting niche markets, offering valuable insights into how businesses can solve specific hard problems, focus their marketing efforts, and achieve sustainable growth.00:00 Introduction: A Simple Tweak That Changed Everything00:44 The Power of Niching Down01:11 Rick Howard's Background and Expertise02:16 The Ceiling Doctor: A Case Study04:43 Framework for Specialization08:55 Testing and Refining Your Niche10:48 Conclusion: Embrace the Process

Learn government contracting, start a business, earn what your worth: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification Free Book Download: https://www.dodcontract.com/GovClose Certification Program: GovClose Certification: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification Watch this video next: https://youtu.be/cwefj03He74In this episode, Mark Snakenberg shares his journey from a 25-year military career to becoming a successful consultant in government contracting through the GovClose Certification Program. Mark discusses his background as a military officer with experience in acquisitions and program management, including his transition to civilian roles and his success with NACOA Solutions. This episode offers insights for veterans considering careers in government contracting and highlights the transformative impact of specialized training programs.00:00 Introduction and Benefits of GovClose for Military Vets00:36 Mark's Military Background and Career Journey03:48 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Life06:45 GovClose Certification Program Overview09:32 Applying GovClose Training in Real-World Scenarios27:06 Advice for Veterans Entering Government Contracting33:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Small business government contract revenue has been increasing year over year. Will this continue under Trump?

In this episode former government procurement officer Rick Howard gives his predictions.

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In this video we feature a portion of the recent conversation between Joe Rogan and Joe Rogan and Dr. Bret Weinstein.

Bret asks Joe about the #govcon 8(a) program and other government contracting set asides for small business.

Many people are concerned about DOGE and how spending cuts will affect Government contracting for small businesses.

Small business set asides and certifications in particular are on the minds of many people. The bottomline is we have to be aware of what's happening but also understanding that policies and spending constantly shift in the public sector.

There's tremendous opportunity here for all of us as long as we take a reasoned long term and informed approach.
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