Want to learn the secrets to government contracting? Be sure and listen to Linda Rawson as she shares her experience, strategy and tidbits about government contracting.
In this episode of GovConBiz, Linda Rawson explains why long-term success in federal contracting depends on understanding and applying the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), not just winning contracts. She highlights how FAR influences everything from pricing and accounting to documentation and compliance, and why businesses should view it as a strategic advantage rather than a burden. Ultimately, Linda encourages contractors to invest in robust accounting and compliance systems to reduce risk, support growth, and operate with confidence in the GovCon marketplace.
7 Jul 2026
The GovCon Mistake That Can Cost You Everything
In this episode, Linda Rawson explores one of the biggest misconceptions in government contracting: most businesses don’t fail because they can’t perform the work, they fail because they lack the systems needed to support compliance, accountability, and growth. Learn why strong accounting systems, documentation practices, and cost controls are often more important than technical expertise when it comes to long-term GovCon success.
29 Sept 2025
The Ethics of Prediction
Linda Rawson explores how AI-driven predictions are shaping destinies, not just calculating probabilities. The episode highlights that prediction is a form of power and authority, influencing decisions in areas like criminal justice, hiring, and policing. Linda reveals how prediction is a form of control, and why designing AI that honors the future requires humility, transparency, and a sense of purpose.
7 Aug 2025
Clarity in Contracts
Have you ever signed something you didn’t fully understand? Maybe a software license, a medical waiver, or even a business agreement. You trusted the process, but did you trust the language? In the world of AI, contracts are everywhere. They govern how data is used, how algorithms behave, and how accountability is defined. But too often, they’re written in a language that feels distant, opaque, or emotionally disconnected. In this episode, Linda Rawson dives into the fine print. Not just the legal language of contracts, but the ethical and energetic imprint they carry. Because in the age of AI, a contract isn’t just a document, it’s a declaration of values.
29 Jul 2025
Can Algorithms Earn Trust?
Can algorithms earn our trust? In this debut episode of GovConBiz, Linda Rawson delves into the heart of AI, revealing how ethics, clarity, and wisdom can transform government technology. Drawing on her background in government contracting and her emerging voice in Trusted AI, Linda explores how artificial intelligence systems can, and must, reflect ethical design, transparency, and human values. She introduces actionable principles for responsible AI, including clarity, empathy, intentionality, accountability, and how technologists can design systems that serve not only programs, but also people.
20 Feb 2025
Employee Retention Credit Delays
Linda Rawson examines the IRS's extensive delays in processing Employee Retention Credit claims, which is impacting small businesses due to increased scrutiny and resource constraints.
29 Jan 2025
Emphasis on Efficiency and Cost Savings
Host Linda Rawson examines the Trump administration's initiatives to improve efficiency and cut costs in federal government contracting, which impacts small businesses and federal employees.
22 Jan 2025
Executive Order, DEI and the SBA
Linda Rawson examines President Trump's executive order potentially impacting DEI programs and the SBA's role, which could reshape federal government contractors' diversity initiatives.
15 Jan 2025
Navigating the Current GovCon Landscape with Actionable Tips
Linda Rawson examines the evolving federal government contracting landscape, highlighting opportunities for women, minority, and veteran-owned businesses to succeed through strategic research, relationship building, and regulatory compliance.
8 Jan 2025
New Year, New You with SMART Goals!
Linda Rawson reflects on past achievements and challenges while highlighting the importance of setting Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound (SMART) goals for a prosperous 2025.
10 Feb 2021
Conversation with “The Contracting Guy”
Dr. James N. Phillips Jr., "The Contracting Guy," shares his 30 years of government contracting expertise with Linda Rawson, highlighting trust and understanding requirements to secure federal contracts in this interview.
12 Oct 2020
How to Win a SBIR/STTR with Nicole Toomey Davis
Linda Rawson interviews Nicole Toomey Davis, who explains how startups and small businesses can leverage the SBIR/STTR programs to fund innovation and move technology to market.
28 Aug 2020
CMMC with Brian Hubbard
Cybersecurity expert Brian Hubbard discusses the importance of CMMC compliance and shares strategies for businesses to strengthen their cybersecurity posture in this interview with Linda Rawson.
12 Aug 2020
R&D Tax Incentive with Justin Maxwell
Justin Maxwell of Big Life Financial illuminates the often-missed Research and Development tax incentives, which can fuel business growth and innovation, in an interview with Linda Rawson.
30 Jul 2020
Introduction to Government Contracting by Linda Rawson
Linda Rawson introduces government contracting, emphasizing the substantial opportunities for small businesses to secure federal contracts and navigate the competitive landscape.
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