Episode Title: 2025 Unfolded – Essential Insights from the Optimize Podcast2025 is here, and the lessons from last year’s top conversations are more relevant than ever. In this special compilation, The Optimize Podcast host Jeff Shapiro takes you through the most valuable moments from Series 3—insights you can use to sharpen your strategy and stay ahead in the evolving world of government contracting.You’ll hear highlights from our most popular and talked-about episodes, organized into four timely themes:DOGE Policies – Navigating the New NormalHow the Department of Government Efficiency is reshaping contracting, from terminations to compliance.Competitive Intelligence and Bid Protests – Staying Ahead of the GameWinning strategies for gathering intel and navigating protests to secure contracts.Building Relationships – Why Connections Still MatterWhy trust, networking, and collaboration remain the backbone of GovCon success.Adapting to Technological and Cultural Change – Embracing the FutureHow contractors are leveraging tech, AI, and cultural shifts to drive innovation.Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to 2025 Unfolded03:15 – DOGE Policies – Navigating the New Normal15:40 – Competitive Intelligence and Bid Protests – Staying Ahead of the Game29:20 – Building Relationships – Why Connections Still Matter42:05 – Adapting to Technological and Cultural Change – Embracing the Future55:30 – Closing thoughts and key takeawaysUseful Links:More episodes of The Optimize PodcastConnect with host Jeff Shapiro on LinkedIn

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