Best Game Changers For Government Contractors Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 395: OneGov Explained: The Death of the Middleman Strategy 9:43

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In this solo episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune breaks down the federal government’s OneGov strategy, a move that centralizes enterprise agreements with giants like Microsoft, Oracle, AWS, and Google. For years, many contractors relied on the “middleman” model, making margins by simply reselling software and hardwa…

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Ep 394: Hiring Top Tech Talent in GovCon with Ninja Recruiting Strategies 35:10

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Struggling to hire elite, often-cleared technical talent in GovCon? In this episode, Jessica Oliver shares practical ways to source beyond the usual platforms and cut through the noise. Learn where top engineers actually hang out online, how to personalize outreach with transparent offers and real-life perks, and how to assess both technical skill …

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Ep 393: Adapting to Change: FAR Overhauls, NDAA Updates, and the Future of GovCon 31:49

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune welcomes back legal expert Steven Koprince to dissect the latest wave of proposed federal contracting changes. From GSA’s push to raise thresholds and alter the “Rule of Two,” to the potential expansion of veteran-owned small business opportunities under the NDAA, thi…

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Ep 392: How to Thrive at GovCon's Premier Conference of the Year 25:16

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune welcomes back Lori Revely, CEO of Cavalry Consulting and chair of SAME’s Small Business Council, to preview the upcoming SAME Small Business Conference in Phoenix, AZ. With more than 6,000 attendees last year, SAME SBC has become the premier government contracting eve…

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Ep 391: CMMC is Final: Deadlines, Levels, and How to Stay Competitive 9:19

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CMMC is officially here. The DoD finalized the DFARS rule on September 10, with CMMC clauses eligible in solicitations by November 10 and a three-year phase-in through November 10, 2028. We break down Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3, the 180-day conditional grace period, prime flowdowns, and COTS exemptions. The headline: Level 2 can be a self-assess…

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Ep 390: Non-Traditional Contracting 101 OTAs, BAAs, CSOs, and SBIRs 46:31

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Non-traditional contracting is exploding in government contracting, and small businesses can win faster by learning the rules. In this episode, Michael LeJeune and guest expert Angela Webb break down BAAs, CSOs, OTAs, and SBIR/STTR, when to use each, and where to find them on SAM.gov. You will learn the typical cadence from five-page white paper to…

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Breaking News: The FAR Part 19 Deviation Has Been Released 10:59

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The FAR Part 19 deviation is here, and the world is not on fire. In this episode, I break down why “small business first” largely formalizes how agencies already operate, and why overreliance on 8(a), WOSB, and SDVOSB status is a risky strategy going forward. We talk about legal headwinds to socioeconomic programs, the SBA’s shrinking role, and wha…

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Ep 389: Stop Trying to be Superman: Build Systems, Not Burnout 13:04

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In this solo episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune dismantles the “invincible leader” myth and makes the case for sustainable leadership. Your real job isn’t doing everything, it’s setting the temperature (be a thermostat, not a thermometer), building systems that work without you, and modeling healthy boundaries. Hea…

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Ep 388: From AI to Google How Wikipedia Defines Your Digital First Impression 41:46

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune is joined by Jenny Karn and Rhi Ruff of Lumino to explore the surprising role Wikipedia plays in your government contracting success. Far from being “just an online encyclopedia,” Wikipedia feeds into Google, Siri, Alexa, social media verification, and even AI tools like C…

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Ep 387: I’m the Problem - Radical Ownership for GovCon Leaders 17:37

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If your results are flat, it might be time to look in the mirror. In this episode, Michael breaks down “radical ownership” for GovCon leaders and shows how to fix what’s left of the equal sign, and the behaviors that drive outcomes. We unpack common scapegoats like politics, FAR changes, and slow agencies, and replace them with actions that actuall…

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Ep 386: Surviving Executive Orders - Pivoting Through Chaos 33:21

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune talks with Kim Ali of Kim Ali Consulting about her remarkable comeback after losing 80% of her revenue in early 2025 due to sweeping executive orders. Kim shares how she used equitable adjustments to create a financial cushion, analyzed shifting federal priorities, and reb…

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Ep 385: How to Write Emails Government Buyers Actually Answer 17:18

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Ep 385: How to Write Emails Government Buyers Actually Answer by RSM FederalBy RSM Federal

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Ep 384: GovCon Hiring Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them 40:35

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Struggling to hire the right people, especially before a contract award? In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune talks with recruiting expert Al Vega about what it really takes to build a talent pipeline in GovCon. From cleared candidates to proposal recruiting, Al shares why “hypothetical recruiting” is cr…

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Ep 383: 4 Keys to Scaling Your GovCon Business Faster and Smarter 18:05

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Ep 383: 4 Keys to Scaling Your GovCon Business Faster and Smarter by RSM FederalBy RSM Federal

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Ep 382: What Contracting Officers Wish You Knew - Insider Tips from a Former KO 58:23

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune is joined by Christa Williams and Erin Olenjack from Bank of America’s government contracting team for a candid and practical discussion about what contracting officers and bankers wish every contractor knew.Erin, a former contracting officer, unpacks the most common …

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Ep 381: The 5 Hidden Profit Levers in GovCon You’re Probably Ignoring 12:28

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune reveals five hidden profit levers that can dramatically improve your bottom line—without spending a dime on more leads. Drawing from decades of experience and over $14.5 billion in contract wins, Michael shares smarter ways to grow by improving your conversion rate, i…

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Ep 380: Why GSA Schedules Just Became Urgent for Government Contractors 34:30

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he GSA schedule just became the hottest asset in government contracting. In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune sits down with RSM Federal sales strategist Rich Ernest to break down why GSA schedules are more critical than ever thanks to a recent executive order pushing 400–500% more spending through them.…

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Ep 379: The Ultimate GovCon Scaling Roadmap - Foundation, Growth, Maturity 10:12

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In this fast-paced episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, Michael LeJeune breaks down three essential phases of scaling a government contracting business: Foundation ($0–$1M), Growth ($1M–$10M), and Maturity ($10M+). If you’ve ever felt stuck at a revenue plateau, this episode delivers the roadmap to get moving again. You’ll learn how…

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Ep 378: Start Smart in GovCon - Launching with Revenue on Day One 34:59

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune interviews Tom Prokop, a federal coach and GovCon entrepreneur, about how he launched his business with a contract already secured. Drawing on more than 15 years of experience, Tom shares the unconventional strategy of turning job interviews into subcontracting opport…

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Ep 377: Silent Influencers in Government Contracting - Who Are They and How do You Find Them 16:02

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune exposes one of the most overlooked secrets to success in the federal market... silent influencers. These behind-the-scenes players shape acquisition strategies, steer evaluations, and quietly impact award decisions, often without holding formal authority. Learn how to…

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Ep 376: Building a Dream GovCon Company with Mission-Driven Leadership 43:11

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune interviews Mary Toxey, COO and co-founder of Basis Path. Mary shares her powerful journey from serving as a SIGINT analyst in the Air Force to co-building a women-veteran-owned GovCon firm specializing in modernization and data science. Learn how Basis Path prioritize…

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Ep 375: GovCon Consultants Exposed Hype and Red Flags Versus RESULTS! 13:20

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune tackles a growing frustration in the GovCon space: hiring consultants who don’t deliver results. Drawing from thousands of conversations with contractors, Michael breaks down why many consultants fall short—lacking real GovCon experience, pushing generic B2B tactics, …

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Ep 373: The Boring Stuff That Actually Grows Your GovCon Business 14:01

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune strips away the fluff and focuses on what really moves the needle in GovCon—mastering the fundamentals. From consistent pipeline reviews and smart pre-acquisition prospecting to proposal infrastructure, back-office compliance, and client re-engagement, Michael outline…

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Ep 372: The 2025 HUBZone Conference: What to Expect and Why You Should Attend 25:48

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune welcomes Kindra Dionne, Chief Program Officer of the HUBZone Contractors National Council, to celebrate 25 years of HUBZone progress and preview what’s ahead. Kindra unveils a bold vision for the program, including a new Affinity Group model, a national outreach strat…

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Ep 371: DOGE, Disruption, and GovCon Strategy: What You Need to Know 39:45

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In this episode of Game Changers for Government Contractors, host Michael LeJeune sits down with Neil McDonnell, president of the GovCon Chamber of Commerce CEO of GovCon in a Box, to explore how contractors can navigate a rapidly evolving federal market. From the controversial DOGE initiative to shifting priorities in cybersecurity and AI, Neil sh…