Summary This conversation discusses the three types of government contractors: revenue contractors, novelty contractors, and contracting businesses. Revenue contractors have established businesses that add government contracting as an additional line of revenue. Novelty contractors are consultants who stumble upon government contracts but are not interested in the heavy lifting of government contracting. Contracting businesses solely exist to do government contracting and have special needs. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding government accounting and billing sys ..read more

In this conversation, Luciana Turner of the LT&A Consulting Group and Monica Morgan discuss the importance of proper proposal development in government contracting. They emphasize the need for a strong proposal team and the importance of following directions and compliance. They also touch on the use of AI in proposal writing and the potential pitfalls of relying too heavily on automation. The conversation highlights the foundational aspects of proposal development and the need for careful planning and management. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contr ..read more

Summary In this conversation, Luciana Turner and Dewayne Williams discuss the importance of proper tax structure and compliance for business. Dewayne Williams highlights the misconception of using Cash App for business transactions and explains why it is not a business-to-business transaction. He also emphasizes the significance of choosing the right business structure, such as a C corporation, to separate personal and business finances. Williams advises businesses to seek counsel from experienced professionals. He also emphasizes the importance of surrounding oneself with a business communit ..read more

The discussion on government contracts and community engagement, as outlined by Christine Edwards and Luciana Turner, offers valuable insights and strategies for small businesses seeking to access government contracts.  Christine Edwards' discusses how her journey began with subcontracting on a park project in 2018, utilizing her Hub certification to offer community outreach and engagement services, showcasing the potential for growth in government contracting. The guest provides tips for success:  Diligent tracking of work to demonstrate expertise,  Humility while seeking pa ..read more

Title: Contractor Conversation Episode 7: Audit Readiness     In this episode of Contractor Conversation, Luciana Turner delves into the critical topic of audit readiness in government contracting. With years of experience in the field, Turner emphasizes the importance of being prepared for audits right from the outset, rather than scrambling to catch up later on. She highlights how many contractors overlook this aspect until they're deep into their business journey, potentially risking valuable contracts and opportunities.     Turner defines audit readiness as mo ..read more

Technology was conspiring against us; however, it didn't stop the gems from dropping. Bishop Clark came through with wisdom and enlightenment concerning what the word reveals regarding business, profit, and what God says about the matter. Here are just a few words of wisdom: ?Fear is a spirit that doesn't have power until you give it power. ?Know the faces of your sheep. Translation - Know who is on your team. ✍️Wanting money isn't a bad thing. It's what you are willing to do to get the money that brings problems. ✍️You can't forget to add works to your faith. You have to sow. You have to till ..read more

Returning to the platform, Master Mindset Coach & Leadership Specialist Shalonda Clark opens the week as only she can, setting the stage with, "Leaders do not bully." Shalonda L. Clark brought the house down. Here are just a few golden nuggets dropped tonight. ?Decisions determine destiny!! ?Leaders push thru! ?Sustainment is a part of your leadership! There were so many more! Pull out your contractor notebook and take notes. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contractor-conversations/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/co ..read more

On July 30th, I opened a week-long Intensive on faith, business, and government contracting. I interviewed industry specialists who are also faith-preneurs. The conversations held during the week with each specialist answered the following questions: Do you have to leave your faith outside your business? How can you have inclusion when you are telling some they are excluded? How do you lead in faith without holding Bible study in business? The evolution of leadership. What is ethics? And so much more We are beginning with the pre-week episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast ..read more

Welcome to season 2 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contractor-conversations/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contractor-conversations/support ..read more

I am releasing the three-part interview with Leadership expert Shalanda Clark in preparation for our upcoming event. Join our mailing list by clicking https://bit.ly/ChatterMailingSign up for one of our services at https://LTAConsultingGroupLLC.as.me/ Support the Contractor Conversation podcast by donating in one of the following ways. CashApp: $LTACponsultingGroup Venmo :@LTACponsultingGroup --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contractor-conversations/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/contractor-conversations/support ..read more