Guys, let’s keep it simple and powerful. In the next 72 hours: 1. Clarify your top 3 NAICS + 1 no-bid angle (micro-purchases/direct awards). 2. Build a shortlist of 10 buyers + P-card holders at ONE local/federal agency. 3. Reach out with a 3-sentence script: who you help, quick win, ask for a 10-minute intro. Goal: 1 scheduled convo with a real buyer by Day 3. Success is a system—run the play, don’t overthink it. Drop a “SPRINT” in the comments if you’re in, and tell us your agency target. Need an outreach script? Comment “SCRIPT” and I’ll share the template. Let’s move! 💪

The shutdown has paused many government projects, but it does not have to pause your progress. This is a great time to explore grant writing, a valuable skill that helps organizations and individuals access funding for meaningful projects. Whether it is for community development, education, or entrepreneurship, grants can open new doors of opportunity. Learning how to research opportunities, write proposals, and meet funder requirements can position you for steady wins even when contracts are on break.

Every year, billions in grant funding go unclaimed while nonprofits and businesses with big ideas stay underfunded. What could you build with the right grant?

Many businesses overlook contract opportunities not because they lack the qualifications, but because the right ones often aren’t where they expect. With the right insight, the search becomes more strategic and less frustrating. Sometimes, knowing where to look makes all the difference. Worth exploring, don’t you think?

It’s funny how people think business starts the moment you create a logo or open a social page. Truth is, the real journey begins when you realize how much clarity, structure, and consistency matter. From registering properly, setting up your operations, understanding your market, to just learning how to say “no” to the wrong clients — it’s a process that humbles you. Every business owner I know has one moment that forced them to grow up fast. What was that one turning point for you in your business journey?