Corporate E-Learning

Welcome to the Proposal Writing workshop! 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. This course 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; to creating the final, professional product.

Proposals are a very unique type of business document. In this module, we will explore the proposal writing process, as well as the most common types of proposals. Note that we only provide an overview of the four major types; there are many variations on these types, as well as more specialized categories.

To write a convincing proposal, you must get started on the right foot. This module will look at how to determine the purpose of the proposal and gather background information.

Now that we have our background information, it’s time to start creating the framework for the proposal. The preparation process that we outline in this module may seem detailed and comprehensive – and it is. Why? The more detailed and accurate your outline is the more cohesive and persuasive your proposal will be. With that being said, the outline should not be set in stone. It must evolve as the proposal is being built.

Now that we have an outline built, it’s time to find facts to support our headings and sub-headings. In this module, we will look at what sources you can use and how to organize your information.

The research is done, the outline is complete, and you’re ready to write, right? Hold on just a moment! Before you dive into your word processor, let’s review some basic writing skills.

Now that we’ve got the basics of words and sentences down, let’s move on to creating paragraphs and linking them together. We’ll also look at some ways to check your writing for clarity and readability.

It’s finally time for the real purpose of our journey: writing the actual proposal. This module will look at some tools to help you write your first draft.

Once your proposal is written, it’s time to check it for clarity and readability. This module will offer you some tools to do just that.

With all the hard work you’ve put into your proposal, the last thing you want is for it to be tossed into a corner because of problems with the presentation or spelling and grammar errors. Even if someone else will be editing your work, you should always proofread and edit your writing before handing it off. This way, you can make sure that you said what you really meant to say. Remember: A good editor is like a good plastic surgeon – after they’re done, you should be able to tell that things are better, although you can’t tell exactly what has changed.

Your proposal has been thoroughly researched, brilliantly written, and carefully edited. But if it’s in an eight point font, all of your hard work will likely go unnoticed. This module will show you how to present your proposal in a professional way.

Although this workshop is coming to a close, we hope that your journey to improve your proposal writing skills is just beginning. Please take a moment to review and update your action plan. This will be a key tool to guide your progress in the days, weeks, months, and years to come. We wish you the best of luck on the rest of your travels!