“So What?” Clearing up your Tenders
Telepathy is not a skill that many people possess.
Telepathy is not a skill that many people possess.
Very few customers print proposals in colour and equally few review documents on a screen.
Imagine you are the customer and read the last submission you wrote.
If you lose a bid the feedback you get from clients will usually be succinct.
When responding to a structured series of questions, you may find yourself repeating the same information in different sections.
It is essential that you involve ‘subject matter experts’ when writing bids and proposals. These are people who understand the technical content of what they are writing.
Ensure you give consideration to those who have difficulty with colour if you are producing presentation graphics.
Winning a bid is only the start; you have to be able to deliver the work too.
A proposal document should not be used as an opportunity to showcase your capabilities.
The passive voice should not be used.