Tips and Tricks for Formatting Large Word Docs with Multiple Editors
Microsoft Word has lots of great features that have simplified the writing of documents for decades—all kinds and sizes of documents. But there’s a hitch when it comes to supersized documents. Massive projects like book manuscripts, detailed requests for proposals (RFPs), standard operating procedures (SOPs), training manuals and handbooks, and lengthy white papers ...
June 2, 2023 READ MORE
PART 2: THE SIX MUST-HAVE ELEMENTS IN STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Remember when your English teacher introduced the idea of an introductory paragraph? She said you need to include certain information to help the reader immediately identify what your essay or story is about. And what made that lesson so memorable was the inclusion of Who, What, When, Where, and Why. All those W’s stuck in your brain. Well, those W’s are going to he...
April 16, 2021 READ MORE
MANAGING THE RFP PROCESS — BEST PRACTICES FOR WRITING PROPOSALS
Congratulations! The RFP seems like a perfect fit. Your company has decided to submit a proposal, and you’re the project lead. Whether you’re managing the process in-house or working with a team of professionals like The Writers for Hire, here are some tips to help you maneuver the process successfully. FIRST, DO YOUR HOMEWORK Read the RFP from top to bottom, end...
May 28, 2019 READ MORE
Use the BOSS System to Save Time and Reduce Frustration When Writing Your Next RFP
Writing a Request for Proposal (RFP) doesn’t have to be stressful. No really, stick with me. Some corporations and all governmental agencies issue RFPs when they are looking for a company to fill a need. For example, a city may issue an RFP when they need medical staffing companies to create and bid on emergency operation plans in case of a natural disaster. Or a corp...
April 12, 2019 READ MORE
The Executive Summary: Your Proposal in Two Pages or Less
You have completed all of the requirements for your RFP, and are almost ready to submit it. But, you’re wondering if you need to include an executive summary. While not all RFPs call for an executive summary, some do —and some will even provide you a template for the summary. However, if the RFP does not specify any guidelines or requirements, you may still decide ...
March 29, 2019 READ MORE