Tag: writing
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Government Funding Isn’t Just for Big Tech: A Parent and Provider’s Guide to Education Savings Accounts
Every time I talk about government funding, people assume I mean R&D credits or defense contracts for deep tech companies. But one of the biggest, and least talked-about pots of public money in the country doesn’t go to corporations at all – It goes straight to families to use on educational needs! It’s called an…
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Your State May Pay for Your SBIR Proposal Consultant
If you’re preparing an SBIR or STTR proposal, you’ve probably already realized that developing a competitive submission takes a significant investment of time and expertise. Between interpreting the solicitation, building a compelling technical narrative, developing a commercialization strategy, preparing budgets, coordinating contributors, and ensuring compliance with agency requirements, proposal development is a substantial undertaking. What…
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Why Many Small Businesses Never Win Government Funding: They Never Apply
One of the biggest reasons small businesses do not win government funding is simple: they never apply. That may sound obvious, but it is a real barrier. Many startups and small businesses are strong candidates for government contracts, grants, SBIR/STTR programs, or other non-dilutive funding opportunities. They have relevant technology. They have real technical expertise.…
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What I would do differently: Hard-Won Strategic Advice for SBIR and Government Contract Applicants
“What would you do differently on your government contracts, and how would you be more strategic about them in hindsight?” A client asked me this question this week, and I suspect it’s one many founders have – whether they’re mid-submission or just starting to think seriously about government funding for the first time. I’ve personally…
