- Eric Coffie
- May 6, 2025
The 2 Investments Every Government Contractor MUST Make to Win Big
On today’s episode, we dive into the importance of two critical investments for small businesses: business development and proposal development. I sit down with a guest who shares invaluable advice for business owners, emphasizing the need to allocate resources to these key areas as they directly impact revenue generation. We discuss the challenges of finding […]
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- Eric Coffie
- May 5, 2025
How a $75 Weekend Hustle Turned Into Government Contracting Gold
In this episode of The Daily Windup, we talk about the essential roles of accountants and attorneys in a business’s success. Our guest emphasizes the importance of understanding financial statements, cash flow management, and the language of finances to effectively run a business. We also highlight the significance of having legal guidance when it comes […]
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- Eric Coffie
- May 4, 2025
Want Government Contracts? This One Tip Will Make Them Take Your Call Every Time!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interviews a guest who shares insights into the role of a small business advocate within a larger company. Our guest highlights their responsibilities, which include helping small businesses learn about their company, supporting capture managers during proposal processes, and identifying capable small businesses to form teams for […]
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- Eric Coffie
- May 3, 2025
This Former Developer Cracked the $150M Government Contracting Code!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interview a guest who shares their career journey from being a software developer to transitioning into business development in the government contracting industry. The guest discusses their experience managing a CSO (Customer Service Operations) and how it led to an opportunity to work for a government contracting […]
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- Eric Coffie
- May 2, 2025
How This Government Contracting Business Grew 3000% in One Year!
In today’s episode, I interview a guest who shares the inspiring journey of their company during the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about how their business, initially focused on selling personal protective equipment (PPE), experienced exponential growth as the demand for PPE skyrocketed. Highlighting the challenges they faced in meeting the increased demand, including navigating supply […]
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- Eric Coffie
- May 1, 2025
How to Find Contracts That Fit YOU in Government Contracting
In today’s episode of The Daily Windup, we have our guest who shares valuable insights for small businesses looking to secure government contracts. We talk about the importance of understanding the target company and its procurement needs. Advising small businesses to research the company’s upcoming bids and analyze the scope of work in previous or […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 30, 2025
269: Why Banks Say No to Your Contract — and How Encore Funding Says Yes
Ever been burned by finance companies, I know I have. So often as small minority owned businesses we do not get the best rates, offers or just out right get taken advantage of because of what we don’t know. Thanks to our new partner, Encore Funding we are now bringing you a trusted source for […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 29, 2025
From Safety Harnesses to Healthcare Deals: How This Vet Launched a Powerhouse Brand!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I interview Jackson Dalton, the president and owner of Black Box Safety, a distribution company specializing in healthcare products. Jackson shares his story, starting from his time in the Marine Corps and a career-ending injury that led him to pursue a mission of preventing workplace injuries. He discusses […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 28, 2025
From $20K to $100M: What ‘Small Business’ Really Means in Government Contracting
In this episode of The Daily Windup, we explore the crucial role of small businesses in government contracts. Highlighting the reasons why large businesses need small business program directors and subcontractors. Federal acquisition regulations require the involvement of small businesses in the completion of government projects. Large businesses often rely on small businesses to bring […]
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- Eric Coffie
- April 27, 2025
Don’t Make This $100K Mistake in Government Contracting! Read the Fine Print!
In this episode of The Daily Windup, I engage in a conversation with a guest about the importance of clearly defining core competencies and specialized services in the world of government contracting. Emphasizing the significance of understanding contract requirements and the importance of thorough reading and comprehension to avoid pitfalls and misunderstandings. We also provide […]
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