Are you a business owner who previously served in our nation's armed forces? Perhaps you're a veteran who's interested in taking the entrepreneurial plunge. Either way, you need to know about the various programs and initiatives offered by Uncle Sam to help your business succeed.
That's why on Saturday, March 30, 2019, US Federal Contractor Registration is hosting our "Finding Success in Government Contracting for Veteran-Owned Businesses" at the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. From 1 pm to 6 pm, we'll review the various SBA programs that can help your business and the 4 Paths to Success as a Federal Contractor. These four paths consist of the following:
- How to find Contracts.
- How to Subcontract.
- How to Network with Prime Contractors.
- How to Build Your Knowledge of the Federal Contracting Industry.
Tickets for this event are buy-one-get-one-free and can be purchased right here.
Not only is this a great opportunity to get government contracting insight from the experts, but it's also a great chance to network with fellow veteran entrepreneurs. So, in this blog post, we'll give you a few pointers on how to get the most out of this awesome event.
Let's begin.
The Basics
If you've attended a few business conferences before, please skip over to the next step. However, if you're new to this or just testing the waters, remember these essentials:
- Business casual attire - professional yet comfortable.
- Have a notebook and writing utensils.
- Business cards.
- Prepare an elevator pitch.
Prepare Questions
One of the biggest advantages of attending this live seminar is that you get to ask questions. Our panel of experts has been around the block a few times, and trust us…we’ve seen everything. We’re here to help and answer any questions you have on this sector. So before you head out, get a notebook and jot down anything you want to know about federal contracting or the SBA’s veterans business programs.
Some of the other areas we'll cover include:
- Marketing
- Technology
- Strategy
Have a Capabilities Statement on Hand
A capabilities statement is like a resume for your business. It should be brief, to the point, and make your company stand out. This one-page document can be all that separates your business between getting a contract and not. They’re also used by prime contractors searching for subcontractors to perform government jobs.
If you have a capabilities statement, bring it to this seminar. It will be useful for networking with other veteran business owners, and USFCR team members will be there to provide you with tips and feedback to make your capabilities statement more effective.
If you don’t have a statement right now, don’t fret. Just follow this basic guideline and check out the video below for tips.
Have the Right Mindset
Your mindset is one of the most important factors for success in federal contracting. At this seminar, you will want to bring your A-game. You will pick up tons of useful hints and knowledge; however, some of the connections that you make may play a huge role in your business years down the line. This seminar will be just one component of your long-term business goals and federal contracting journey.
“The right mindset for a federal contractor is constantly seeing the bigger picture and the endgame. It’s never focused on one opportunity, but rather the entire grand victory."
We Look Forward to Seeing You
Uncle Sam tries his best to help out veteran-owned businesses. That's why the federal government has the SDVOSB and VOSB certifications. However, it can sometimes feel like a hassle to access these certifications and other veteran business programs.
At US Federal Contractor Registration, we're dedicated to making government contracting easy for everyone. This is a sector that offers veteran entrepreneurs:
- A reliable customer.
- Recession-proof income.
- A solid path to scale their business.
March 30th isn't that far away, so if you're interested in learning what it takes to succeed in federal contracting, now is the time to secure your spot. It's always a great experience meeting veteran business owners, and we can't wait to see you there.
To speak with a Contracting Specialist, Call: (866) 216-5343
