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Growth Tips For May

If You’re Not Growing, You’re Dying. “If you aren’t growing, you are dying” is a common refrain for many businesspeople. We all look at growth as an absolute must, and in most cases, it is. But damn is it hard. And messy. You’ve started your company with the best of intentions. You have big dreams, […]

The Benefits of Establishing A DEIAB Plan

Diversity Action Plan | DEIAB Meaning | DEI Acronym

We know that DEIAB is important for creating an inclusive and successful workplace environment. It’s not simply a trend or lingo in the industry; it’s a movement. It’s about creating a more equitable environment where everyone has equal opportunities, regardless of their background. DEIAB, meaning diversity, equity, inclusion, access & belonging, provides a wealth of obvious benefits to a company, as well as a selection of hidden benefits that emerge over time as company culture begins to shift to a more equitable and fair interpretation than was previously established.

What Can GovCons Learn from March Madness?

March Madness Business | March Madness business ideas | March Madness Reading

March Madness is almost here! For sports fans, this is one of the most exciting times of the year. March Madness brings next-level excitement – upsets, buzzer-beaters, intense competition, cheering for the underdog, bracket challenges, and the thrill of not knowing what each game will bring.  Any team can win and create an unforgettable moment.  […]

March Madness for GovCons: Get Your Company Involved

March Madness Bracket for Work | March Madness Business | Company Culture

The easiest 10 minutes you can spend this March to focus on Company Culture During this challenging job market, company culture is more important than ever. One of the easiest and least expensive things a company can do to drive camaraderie, friendly competition, and company culture is to start an NCAA March Madness Bracket competition […]

VOSB and SDVOSB Certification

Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Certification

2023 brings with it some pretty significant changes to certification for both VOSBs and SDVOSBs. Before we get into the meat of those changes, let’s do a quick overview of what exactly these designations mean, along with an overview of certification.  VOSB (Veteran-Owned Small Business) and SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) certification are programs run […]

What Is CMMC, and Why Should GovCons Care?

What Is CMMC, and Why Should GovCons Care?

If you or your key subcontractors are still using a free, public email address, READ THIS ARTICLE. If you think two-factor-authentication is a giant pain, and you can’t wait for it to go away, READ THIS ARTICLE. If your corporate IT budget is dwarfed by your annually expensed meals, READ THIS ARTICLE. If you think […]

Things We Are Looking Forward to for GovCons in 2023

Looking Forward 2023

As we ease out of our holiday comas and find 2023 staring us straight in the face, the BOOST team wanted to share some of the trends/topics/ideas that we are most looking forward to in 2023. Stephanie: The labor market is finally starting to ease.  We hope this isn’t just wishful thinking on our part, […]

GovCon Bid Strategies for 2023

GovCon Bid Strategies for 2023

Well, 2022 is in the rearview mirror and 2023 is wide open before us, filled with opportunities and challenges. As the Government Contracting landscape continues to evolve, it’s essential that companies stay ahead of the curve and effectively strategize their bids. Here are some GovCon bid strategies to keep in mind heading into this new […]

Physical Health for CEOs

Physical Health of CEOs

I recently finished my 850th class at OrangeTheory Fitness.  And while this accomplishment is something I’m proud of, it is also an opportunity to highlight something that many CEOs don’t consider – their health. While we go full throttle on running our companies, focused on growth and expansion, ducking and tackling our challenges, it is […]