When it comes to developing a successful proposal response, having a Proposal Plan in place is essential.
Developing a Proposal with Limited Resources? Here's What Works!
If I were to give advice to a writer working on a proposal, I would say: plan before you write, write to your plan, and think big picture from the start.
Ace Your Proposal Evaluation by Thinking Like an Evaluator
Think of the last time you saw something and immediately realized you were going to enjoy it.
How to Prepare for the APMP Foundation Test
In the proposal world, we are all continuously working to improve and hone our skillsets.
Topics:
APMP
Proposal Career Development
APMP Foundation Certification
Proposal Professional Certification
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How to be an Effective Color Reviewer
If you work for any company that writes proposals, there is a chance that you already have or will be asked to participate in a color team review.
Using Layers of Proof to Strengthen Proposal Claims
In July 2018, we published an article on how to turn unsubstantiated proposal claims into credible proofs. In this article, I take a deeper dive into developing compelling proofs, with examples and techniques to build solid proofs for a higher win rate.
Topics:
Proposal Writing
Proof Points
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5 Critical Skills and Resources for Quick-Turn Proposals
I recently came out of a project where we supported the client in submitting 25 task order proposal responses between two months.
How to Get the Most Value From SMEs to Write a Winning Proposal
Subject matter experts (SMEs) are necessary to almost every proposal. They are the ones who design and build the product (or provide the service).
A Step-by-Step Guide to the Proposal Production Process
In the proposal industry, we strive to set up an infrastructure that will improve our chances of winning. Production is an important part of developing a winning proposal.
How to Break into Government Contracting [Part 1]
The U.S. federal government is the world’s largest buyer. Every year, it spends billions of dollars on products and services covering thousands of categories ranging from fighter jets and garden supplies to IT services and logistics support.
