Proposal Writing

Overview

A good proposal doesn't just outline what product or service you would like to create or deliver. It does so in such a way that the reader feels it is the only logical choice. Your participants will explore the proposal writing process including the most common typesof proposals.

The Proposal Writing workshop will take participants through each step of the proposal writing process, from understanding why they are writing a proposal; to gathering information; to writing and proofreading; through to creating the final, professional product.

Module 1: Getting Started

Icebreaker
Housekeeping Items
Workshop Objectives

Module 2: Understanding Proposals

What is a Proposal?
The Proposal Writing Process
Types of Proposals
About Requests for Proposals

Module 3: Beginning the Proposal Writing Process

Identifying Your Purpose and Your Audience
Performing a Needs Analysis
Writing the Goal Statement

Module 4: Preparing an Outline

A General Format
Special Sections
Creating a Framework
Getting Down to Details

Module 5: Finding Facts

Identifying Resources
Using the Internet as a Resource
Organizing Your Information

Module 6: Writing Skills (I)

Spelling and Grammar
Working with Words
Constructing Sentences
Persuasive Writing
Mastering Voice

Module 7: Writing Skills (II)

Creating Paragraphs
Creating Strong Transitions
Building to Conclusions

Module 8: Writing the Proposal

Educating the Evaluator
Ghosting the Competition
Using Illustrations

Module 9: Checking for Readability

Checking for Clarity
Reading for Your Audience
Using the Readability Index

Module 10: Proofreading and Editing

Proofreading Like a Pro
Editing Techniques
Checking the Facts
The Power of Peer Review

Module 11: Adding the Final Touches

Our Top Typesetting Tips
Achieving a Professional Lookand Feel
Creating the Final Package

Module 12: Wrapping Up

Words from the Wise
Lessons Learned
Completion of Action Plans and Evaluations