9 principles to keep calm and carry on tendering
Whether you are new to bidding or a seasoned professional, and regardless of the role you play in the bid team, use these 9 principles to keep you focussed and composed in a turbulent sea of tendering so you can “keep calm and carry on” and win.
I’ve always thrived in high-pressure environments
The most important quality I believe I bring to bids is my ability to get on with the task at hand. I do not procrastinate and am very strict when it comes to staying within the given deadlines, which is so important when working on a tender.
5 mantras for tendering success
Bids are messy and other reminders from the world of tenders.
9 critical elements in your tender map
Increase the standard of tender management plans in your business by ensuring you include these 9 critical details.
There is always a way forward, even if it isn’t immediately apparent
When things get difficult or stressful I like to take a step back and put things into perspective. I ask myself, what is the real impact of this event? Often it is not as significant as it may seem in the moment. I think this is also helped by the fact that I make sure I’m prepared for whatever is coming my way.
Brace for impact: 5 dos and don’ts for impactful tender writing
What are the top 5 dos and don’ts when writing for maximum impact in your tenders?
Copy and paste: How it can lose you the bid
Why you should think twice before you copy and paste in tender writing
I bring a curiosity about why people do what they do
When I am working within a team, quickly working out the dynamics of the people I’m collaborating with is helpful to getting the best from them.
How to build a tender content library when you don’t know where to start
Make tender management easier by building a well-structured content library. Tender writing will be simple with these trusty tips.
3 simple tips to help you get the most from your tender debriefs
Often forgotten, but incredibly valuable – learn how to run effective tender debriefs to improve future submissions.
Top tips for providing feedback on tenders
Feedback is essential in creating robust and competitive tenders, but providing it isn’t always as easy as it might seem. Read more on how to best deliver feedback.
How to communicate on winning tenders
Communication is essential to the survival of a tender. These tips will improve your ability to communicate information in a way that helps your tenders thrive.
5 crucial details to track during meetings to streamline your tenders
Our advice on the most important notes to take during meetings that will help you keep on top of your tenders, mitigating mishaps and improving results.
Your tender template is whack… sorry.
It’s well worth investing time into creating a structured base template for returnable schedules that can be customised to each and every bid, and, while it may take some time to set up, it is well worth it in the long run.
5 tender management strategies to avoid burnout on a tender
When bids become stressful, it is important not to panic. We hope that these 5 simple tender management strategies can help take some of the pressure off your project teams and avoid potential burnout.
5 step framework for writing an executive summary
A simple framework to nail your next executive summary for a tender!
Manifesting resilience on tenders
Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. Building up resilience over time on tenders is vital for wellbeing and success.
Positivity in the Face of Challenges: A Winning Tender Strategy
Keeping a positive outlook when facing challenges in tenders isn’t just about boosting morale. It’s a strategic approach that enhances problem-solving, builds resilience, improves communication, increases engagement, and fosters a supportive culture.
“You’re the one that I want … whoo hoo hoo”
If Olivia Newton John and John Travolta were clients for a tender, what would they recommend you do to be the one that they want?
Just a tender writer?
I am writing this so that all Tender Writers out there in the bid wide bidding world know the value that they bring to each and every bid.