I have a pretty big vocabulary, but I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t know every word there is, especially when it comes to industry-specific jargon – or worse, industry-specific jargon that has different meanings in different industries.…
When and How to (Re-)Use Boilerplate
In an ideal world, every item description is written individually and each section of a business proposal is tailored specifically to the client. In the real world, however, that’s often just not practical, especially when you’re effectively saying the same…
Why Zootopia’s Development Schedule is Perfect For Business Proposals
If you haven’t heard, Zootopia is a “message” movie, and it’s a message I hope we can all take into our hearts. It’s a message about being the best you can be, even if you’re still working out exactly what that means. It’s…
Bullet Points and You
Bullet points are a fantastic way to present a short list in a proposal, and they’re incredibly easy to implement – so easy, in fact, that I never see anyone explain how to properly use them! And yes, there is…
How to Demonstrate Understanding in a Proposal
A common item in a Request for Proposal (RFP) is for you to demonstrate your understanding of an element of the RFP. For example, the Soft Rock Café might ask that respondents “Demonstrate your understanding of the material requirements detailed…