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Is it Time to Break Up with Your Benefits Broker?

September 23, 2024/in GovCon, Human Resources /by BOOST

Is your broker not meeting your expectations? Are they not available when you need them? Do you wonder how they’re even helping you? Now may be a good time to evaluate all your options and consider other brokers. How to Shop for the Right Benefits Broker Finding the right benefits broker is a crucial step […]

Navigating HR Reporting Deadlines

September 23, 2024/in GovCon, Human Resources /by BOOST

In the world of HR, staying on top of reporting deadlines is crucial for ensuring compliance, avoiding penalties, and maintaining the smooth operation of your organization. HR reporting deadlines are essential for several reasons: Compliance: Meeting reporting deadlines ensures that your organization remains compliant with federal, state, and local regulations, helping to avoid costly fines […]

GSA Case Study: Consolidating MAS Contracts to Unlock Additional Benefits

September 9, 2024/in Contracts, GovCon /by Brie Paramo

The Challenge: A company was navigating the complexities of managing two General Services Administration (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contracts. As one of these contracts approached the end of its current option period, it required undergoing the option renewal process to exercise the next option. Differences in terms and conditions between the two contracts compounded […]

Time for New Accounting Software? Now is the Time to Start Configuration!

September 9, 2024/in GovCon, Services /by BOOST

Summer is winding down! The weather is fine and our thoughts turn to…. accounting software? Yes, if your company has been considering a move to a new accounting software platform such as Unanet, now is the time to act if you want to be up and ready to go for a January 1, 2025 system […]

GSA MAS Refresh #22

September 9, 2024/in Contracts, GovCon /by Brie Paramo

The General Services Administration (GSA) released the latest Refresh #22 to its Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract this month, accompanied by a mass modification (mass mod) to incorporate changes to the overall solicitation, as well as modifications specific to certain Large Categories and Special Item Numbers (SINs), which apply uniformly to all existing schedule holders […]

Recruiting: Hiring for Potential Can Work!

August 19, 2024/in Advice, GovCon, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition /by BOOST

The talent market has loosened, yet many employers are still finding it hard to find the right skill sets for open positions. This is particularly evident in more specialized Analyst, Technical, and IT roles. Education institutions are working hard to create more market-relevant programs and certifications but not quickly enough to keep up with employer […]

Interviewing 101: Common Questions That Could Lead to Trouble

August 19, 2024/in Advice, GovCon, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition /by BOOST

Talk to any CEO and one of their top three issues is finding talent. We’re all trying to hire, navigate work-from-home environments, identify applicants who use AI to answer questions and pinpoint the folks who double dip (work two full-time jobs). We find ourselves in a constant need of navigating when to hire, balancing workload […]

What is Price to Win?

August 8, 2024/in Services /by BOOST

Price to Win (PTW) is one of those phrases GovCon folks throw around without really understanding what it means. Some people hear the phrase and think there’s a winning number that guarantees them landing the next big contract if they find it. The truth is a little more complicated, but this guide will help you understand and leverage Price to […]

Posting Salary Ranges: Embrace It, But Don’t Underestimate It

August 5, 2024/in Advice, GovCon, Human Resources /by BOOST

The number of U.S. postings that include salary ranges continues to rise quickly, with nearly two-thirds of employers routinely including this information in job ads. And legal compliance isn’t the only reason behind the increase. Candidates love it, job seekers who want more money can self-select out, and pay transparency aids in the reduction of […]

Why Coaching?

July 22, 2024/in Advice, Executive Coaching, GovCon /by Stephanie Alexander

A million years ago (i.e. pre-pandemic), folks told me that my direct and candid advice was much like a coach. Curious about this, I enrolled in George Mason’s Coaching for Executive Leadership program. I put in the work and eventually became certified by ICF (the International Coach Federation). It was there that I learned the […]

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