{"podcast":{"title":"Game Changers for Government Contractors","slug":"game-changers-for-government-contractors-51555","podcast_index_feed_id":51555,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/gamechangers/","website_url":"https://rsmfederal.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/02a9ee56-ec4e-4b9b-8bfc-5c937c932743/Game-Changers-Podcast-3kBy3K-1MB.png","author":"Game Changers for Government Contractors","episode_count":425,"summary":"Game Changers for Government Contractors was designed BY government contractors FOR government contractors. Every episode delivers actionable tips, tricks, and strategies to help you find and win more government contracts. Each episode features Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), companies actively winning contracts, and nationally recognized professional speakers and authors. The show is hosted by government contracting expert Michael LeJeune of RSM Federal. RSM Federal has trained over 25,000 government contractors, and their coaching programs have helped clients win over $14 Billion in government contracts. New episodes release every week. Keywords: Government Contractor, Government Contracting, Government Contracts, Government Sales, Government Subcontracting, How to Win Government Contracts, Where to Find Government Contracts, Small Business Government Contracting, Federal Contracting, Government RFP, How to Write a Proposal, Capability Statement, FPDS Training, The Government Sales Manual, Government Contract Coaching, Government Contract Training, Government Contract Consultant, GSA Schedule, SBIR, Set-Aside Contracts, Government Proposal Writing, Federal Sales Strategy.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-22T22:17:52.390277+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/game-changers-for-government-contractors-51555"},"episode":{"title":"Ep 406: How the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program Really Works (From People Who Run It)","slug":"ep-406-how-the-dod-mentor-prot-g-program-really-works-from-people-who-run-it","published_at":"2026-01-19T15:00:34+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/game-changers-for-government-contractors-51555/ep-406-how-the-dod-mentor-prot-g-program-really-works-from-people-who-run-it","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/game-changers-for-government-contractors-51555","url":"https://rsmfederal.com/game-changers-podcast/ep-406-how-the-dod-mentor-protege-program-really-works-from-people-who-run-it","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/611a0746-86b3-4fe3-8e96-5647de597291.mp3","summary":"The DoD Mentor-Protégé Program is one of the most powerful and misunderstood growth tools in government contracting. In this episode, Michael LeJeune sits down with Lisa Mays and Victoria Tripiano from the Catalyst Center to break down how the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program actually works, how it differs from the SBA version, and why it’s not the right fit for early-stage companies. They explain where the funding really goes, what makes a strong protégé, why mentors participate, and the role authorized subcontractors play in delivering real value. You’ll also hear real success stories, common misconceptions, and practical advice for companies considering the program. If you’ve ever wondered whether the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program is worth pursuing, this episode will give you clarity before you invest the time and effort. ----- Frustrated with your government contracting journey? Join our group coaching community here: federal-access.com/gamechangers Grab my #1 bestselling book, \"I'm New to Government Contracting. Where Should I Start?\" Here: https://amzn.to/4hHLPeE Book a call with me here: https://calendly.com/michaellejeune/govconstrategysession","meta_description":"The DoD Mentor-Protégé Program is one of the most powerful and misunderstood growth tools in government contracting. In this episode, Michael LeJeune sits…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2610,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/game-changers-for-government-contractors-51555/episodes/ep-406-how-the-dod-mentor-prot-g-program-really-works-from-people-who-run-it/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/game-changers-for-government-contractors-51555/ep-406-how-the-dod-mentor-prot-g-program-really-works-from-people-who-run-it.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}