WRITING A PROPOSAL

At the moment the main focus is on drafting a project proposal as it is due on the 21/08/12. The following information consists of helpful tips which can been used in the process of writing a proposal.

Proposals will either be accepted or rejected.  Obviously, you want your proposal to be accepted.  To help make this possible, the six steps below should be closely followed:

1. Your proposal should define the problem and state how you plan to solve the problem. Your proposal should assure your readers that you can solve the problem effectively. Everything in the proposal should revolve around the problem and an effective way to solve it.

2. Do not assume that your readers will believe your solution is the best. The purpose of your proposal is to convince your readers that your solution is the best. You should not be over confident that they will approve of your solution. Do your best to look at the proposal and solution from the reader's point of view.

3. Your proposal should be researched thoroughly. If possible, you should provide readers with examples and facts. These items usually make your proposal more meaningful and convincing. Try to keep your opinions out of the proposal. Opinions are not facts, and most readers will not support them. The best advice is to research other articles and proposals on your topic. You can always include this information in your own proposal.

4. Your proposal should prove that your solution works. Make sure that your solution is possible. You should include an analysis of your plan and possible results of your solution. Try a pre-test of your solution to see if it works.  You may need to revise your solution before submitting your proposal.

5. Your proposal should be financially feasible. Think about the finances of the company or person to whom you are writing the proposal. Make sure that they can afford the solution you are proposing.  Make sure to explain why your solution would be worth their time and money.

6. Your finished proposal should look attractive. The finished proposal should be as perfect as you can get it. This includes the overall appearance of the proposal and the content inside the proposal.