Month: July 2025

On today’s episode of The Daily Windup, our guest shares insights on the shortage of subcontractors, leading to difficulties in finding reliable suppliers for projects, especially in certain regions like South Florida. We discuss the impact of subcontractor performance on projects and explore strategies for handling escalating costs in government contracts. Negotiating fair prices and creating a level playing field for subcontractors are essential considerations.

We also explore how to build the capacity of small businesses to handle larger and more complex projects and the importance of upfront conversations with stakeholders to avoid surprises. Lastly, we touch on the significance of timely payments to small businesses for a smooth workflow and project success.

Join us as we uncover valuable lessons and actionable steps from our guest’s experiences. Remember, The Daily Windup is all about 10 minutes of action with zero time wasted. Tune in tomorrow for more exciting insights and success stories from the world of entrepreneurship. Stay inspired and stay tuned!

You ever felt like the rules of government contracting change before you can even understand them? In this episode, I sat down with Emily Murphy—former GSA Administrator and current head of Government Procurement Strategies—to break down everything you need to know about the FAR Rewrite and how it impacts small businesses, AI, commercial solutions, and contract consolidation. We’re talking about sweeping changes being implemented within 24 hours, missing references to small businesses in key parts of the FAR (yes, even the Rule of Two!), and the major shift toward modular IT procurement and AI oversight. If you think the FAR rewrite is just another bureaucratic update, think again.

Emily didn’t just drop buzzwords—she revealed why small businesses might be squeezed out if they’re not proactive, how a $10K change in micro-purchase thresholds could save $30M, and what this means for the future of contracting officers, procurement strategies, and vendor access. We also dove into the executive orders pushing these changes, what consolidation under GSA means for your pipeline, and why contracting delays are costing your business more than you think. This is essential listening for every BD lead, small business owner, or contractor trying to survive FY25.

Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/zpvM1bU269Y

Emily’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilywebstermurphy/ 

Acquisition Website: https://www.acquisition.gov/ 

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In this episode of The Daily Windup, Eric Coffie introduces us to a former corporate professional, Yolanda Clarke who struggled to find their place in the competitive job market despite multiple degrees and valuable experience. Yolanda, shares her journey of constantly fighting to reach the elusive “middle” in their career. She discuss the challenges of seeking opportunities in the defense industry and the difficulties faced by military spouses in finding stable employment.

She reveals how a pivotal moment in her life led them to make a bold decision to pursue a different path. She eventually found their purpose in a venture related to the Powder River Basin, a significant geographical feature from their hometown in Wyoming. The episode touches upon the origin of the venture’s name and the personal connection that drives her entrepreneurial pursuit. The interview concludes with a light-hearted discussion about their destination wedding in Sanibel and the contrast between Florida’s warmth and Wyoming’s freezing temperatures. Tune in now!