by Lea Strickland | Jun 5, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Government Contracting
The Trump administration’s second term has ushered in a dynamic shift in federal procurement, marked by an aggressive push to streamline processes, reduce waste, and align government purchasing with fiscal and policy priorities. In just four months, the Trump...
by Lea Strickland | May 24, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Capability, Customer, Small Business, Strategy, Vendor Relations
SMEs Standing Out in the US Manufacturing...
by Lea Strickland | May 22, 2025 | Business Articles, Customer Relationships, Operations, Resources, Vendor Relations
The Challenge of Punctuality A Missed Appointment You set an appointment with a vendor for a meeting via telephone call for 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday. At 9:24 a.m., they still haven’t called. You attempt to contact them. You have provided the number they are to call. You...
by Lea Strickland | May 22, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Management, Government Contracting, Government Funding Compliance, Legal, Resources
For-profit small businesses, especially those leveraging Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants, increasingly rely on MBA interns to drive innovation and manage strategic projects. Many interns receive stipends...
by Lea Strickland | May 19, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Concept, Execution, Opportunity, Viability
The Key to Turning Opportunities into Profits Every business has an inherent opportunity to grow. No matter the industry or the stage of development, the potential for expansion and increased profitability exists. However, your challenge lies in identifying the right...
by Lea Strickland | May 17, 2025 | Business Articles, Business Growth, Competitiveness, Marketing, Sales and Business Development, Small Business, Visibility
Did you know branding originated as a practical method for farmers to mark livestock with unique symbols (logo) to indicate ownership and prevent theft? Over time, this concept evolved beyond agriculture, as craftsmen began using distinctive marks to signify the...
