A proposal is a sales tool not an information packet. The purpose of the proposal is to make a persuasive case that leads to a sale. To win the business, your proposal must overcome the following ...

In a column last February, I described the six main elements of a book proposal: overview, competition, market, author description, table of contents, and sample chapter. But I focused on one of ...

SMU Office of Research – New, cutting-edge research is happening all the time around the world across a variety of fields. Though these research projects may differ in topic and methodology, they all ...

When you provide a service – whether you’re a contractor, web designer or general consultant – proposals are a necessary tool to secure new clients. I haven’t met any small business owner who enjoys ...

As a business owner who's branched out into public speaking, you've created a niche for your services in the marketplace. To keep track of upcoming speaking events, you've probably created a database ...

There is free money out there for your business, but the trick is learning how to ask for it. If you are looking for money for an existing or new enterprise, you're likely to encounter difficulties ...