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In this episode, Rick Howard of GovClose.com shares insights on how to successfully build a one-man consulting business focused on government contracting.

He discusses the importance of understanding the government contracting process, provides tips on starting a consulting business from scratch, and explains the potential for high earnings in this field.

 Howard also highlights the value of his certification program, which trains individuals in government sales to help small businesses access government contracts.

Throughout the session, he responds to audience questions on various aspects of government contracting, including subcontracting, proposal writing, and navigating government buying processes.

00:00 Introduction to Building a One-Man Consulting Business

02:43 Overview of Government Contracting

06:35 Starting a Consulting Business

09:52 Generating Revenue and Finding Clients

18:01 Leveraging Real Estate Expertise in Government Contracting

23:25 Using Online Platforms for Lead Generation

25:23 Exploring Government Spending Data

29:11 Analyzing Residential Construction Spending

30:25 Opportunities for Small Businesses in Government Contracts

32:54 Navigating the Proposal Process

34:53 Consulting Course and Certification Program

38:22 Building a Federal Sales Roadmap

44:56 Leveraging Chat GPT for Proposal Writing

50:19 Starting a Government Contracting Business

53:45 Final Q&A and Closing Remarks