Overall Image, Presentation & Content When Submitting a Proposal / Tender

The first impression is a lasting impression. When submitting a proposal to a prospective client or a tender, a number of factors need to be considered. The overall image of a business is at stake. From a tenders and proposals perspective, Sue will address various components of a good proposal and what content and research will make a winning tender/proposal. From a creativity and design point of view, Diann will suggest what are the factors to be considered. As a virtual & serviced office professional, Jamie will talk about the importance an Image and representation plays in business. 

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Can I Leave Some Questions Blank When Responding to a Tender?

When you're knee-deep in a 50-page Request for Tender (RFT) and stumble on a question that seems redundant, irrelevant, or just plain baffling, it’s tempting to skip it. This article explains how to deal with it.
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Are Cover Letters Important when Writing a Tender Response?

Why Cover Letters for Tenders Are (Largely) a Waste of Time — and What to Do Instead Picture this.It’s 11 p.m. on submission night. Your team has […]

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What is a Tender Strategy?

Developing a tender strategy isn’t just about meeting deadlines — it’s about positioning your business to win. From assessing whether to bid, to aligning with buyer motivations and scoring criteria, a clear strategy helps you focus your resources and tell a more compelling story. If your team is stuck reacting to tenders, it might be time to rethink your approach. You don’t win tenders by writing — you win them by planning.

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