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Tips to write a winning RFP response cover letter every time (ChatGPT prompt included)
Proposals, Sales

Tips to Write a Killer Proposal Cover Letter for Your RFP Response (with Examples and Prompts)

There’s a moment. Right before you click “Submit Proposal.” That strange, slightly panicky realization: “Did we really just lead with that cover letter?” You tell yourself it’s just a formality. Everyone writes the same thing anyway. “Thank you for the opportunity... blah blah blah.” But here’s the thing. If it were truly basic, you’d probably…
Manasvi Makhania
23/04/2025
Tips to write a winning RFP response cover letter every time (ChatGPT prompt included)
Manasvi Makhania
23/04/2025

Tips to Write a Killer Proposal Cover Letter for Your RFP Response (with Examples and Prompts)

There’s a moment. Right before you click “Submit Proposal.” That strange, slightly panicky realization: “Did we really just lead with that cover letter?” You tell yourself it’s just a formality. Everyone writes the same thing anyway. “Thank you for the opportunity... blah blah blah.” But here’s the thing. If it were truly basic, you’d probably…
One page business proposals: Do they really work? Do’s and Don’ts
Proposals, Sales

One page business proposals: Do they really work? Do’s and Don’ts

Most proposals are too long. Pages of background, endless bullet points, and still—somehow—it’s not clear what’s actually being offered. That’s why more people are turning to One page business proposals. They’re fast, focused, and when done right, they get decisions moving. But here’s the thing: a one-pager isn’t just a shorter version of a longer…
Ronak Surti
23/04/2025
One page business proposals: Do they really work? Do’s and Don’ts
Ronak Surti
23/04/2025

One page business proposals: Do they really work? Do’s and Don’ts

Most proposals are too long. Pages of background, endless bullet points, and still—somehow—it’s not clear what’s actually being offered. That’s why more people are turning to One page business proposals. They’re fast, focused, and when done right, they get decisions moving. But here’s the thing: a one-pager isn’t just a shorter version of a longer…
How to Win Your Next Government RFP
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Win Your Next Government RFP Response With These Pro Tips

All of us know that winning a government contract isn’t just a boost in revenue; it’s more about the prestige and credibility. But responding to a government RFP can feel like you’re wading through bureaucracy with bricks in your backpack. The documents are dense. The requirements are intense. And the competition? Ruthless. Yet companies of…
Manasvi Makhania
22/04/2025
How to Win Your Next Government RFP
Manasvi Makhania
22/04/2025

Win Your Next Government RFP Response With These Pro Tips

All of us know that winning a government contract isn’t just a boost in revenue; it’s more about the prestige and credibility. But responding to a government RFP can feel like you’re wading through bureaucracy with bricks in your backpack. The documents are dense. The requirements are intense. And the competition? Ruthless. Yet companies of…
Top 9 CPQ software for enterprise businesses
Sales

Top 9 CPQ Software for Enterprise Businesses (And Free Tools That Might Surprise You)

If your team has ever fumbled through an Excel sheet to send a quote, emailed pricing from a three-month-old file, or gone back and forth for days just to get an approval, you know the struggle. That's where CPQ software for enterprise businesses can make all the difference. Meaning.. if you’re anything like us, you’re…
Manasvi Makhania
22/04/2025
Top 9 CPQ software for enterprise businesses
Manasvi Makhania
22/04/2025

Top 9 CPQ Software for Enterprise Businesses (And Free Tools That Might Surprise You)

If your team has ever fumbled through an Excel sheet to send a quote, emailed pricing from a three-month-old file, or gone back and forth for days just to get an approval, you know the struggle. That's where CPQ software for enterprise businesses can make all the difference. Meaning.. if you’re anything like us, you’re…
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Let’s be honest — most business proposals are written after someone asks for them. A company puts out an RFP, vendors respond, and the game begins. But what if you’ve got an idea, product, or solution that could genuinely help a business — and no one’s asking for it? That’s where unsolicited business proposals come…
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If you’ve ever dealt with the chaos of responding to RFPs, you know the value of a good response management tool. Loopio is one of the big names in this space, known for helping teams collaborate, centralize content, and respond faster. But—it’s not perfect for everyone. Maybe you’re looking for more advanced automation, better integrations,…
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