Proposal: Guidelines and Samples

Of course, it will said to be effective proposal if it is accepted.  The question is how to write an effective proposal.  Proposal is effective if it prove to solve a problem and get approve by your reader or audience.

At the beginning of your proposal, state your purpose clearly. Also, mention your background information so that your audience or reader will understand your proposal. In addition, avoid technical terms and use language that everyone can understand.

In order to have an effective proposal, you should define the problem clearly and then specify your solution to solve the problem. Remember that the purpose of your proposal is to convince your reader or audience that your solution is the best.  As much as possible provide samples and information based on facts to be more convincing and meaningful.  Your opinion will not support by your audience.  Research more about your topic to have more concrete evidence that will support your proposal.

Include the analysis of your plan as well as the result of your solution.  Your audience should know that the solution is working to solve the problem.

The most concern of your audience if your proposal is financially feasible, that’s why it is important that your proposal is attainable and affordable by the company.  Think of company’s finances.  Explain to them that your proposal would be worth their money and time. You can provide cost benefit analysis.

Finally, overall appearance of your proposal should be perfect such as proper margin, grammar and spelling.

Writing proposal can be a tedious job for someone. The following are some practical tips.

1. Start early as possible because when you start early you will be able to know the needed data and information.
2. Identify the problem, need or knowledge to be address properly.
3. Clearly state your objectives and explain the proposed outcomes to address the problems.
4. Make sure that you have appropriate rationale for each study. Also, explain the importance of your project.
5. Define your methodology to be used in order to accomplish your objectives including the activities that will take place.
6. Include the personnel who will carry out the activity as well as the equipment and facilities to be used.
7. Don’t forget to include the cost of your project being proposed.
8. Make sure to organize your project into proper format because it is an effective way of communicating of the details of the proposed work or project.
9. Don’t forget to read instruction carefully before start writing because reviewer of your proposal will check the designated format as well the required information.
10. Be simple and concise by removing all unnecessary detail or information.
11. Make your work well-organized and concise so that it will stand out in the crowd.
12. Give credits to your sources. If you use several paragraph from any magazine, you can put a quotes and cite the sources.