{"id":98470,"date":"2022-07-11t13:30:55","date_gmt":"2022-07-11t17:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.g005e.com\/?p=98470"},"modified":"2022-12-22t00:40:08","modified_gmt":"2022-12-22t05:40:08","slug":"six-tips-for-winning-more-proposals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.g005e.com\/2022\/07\/11\/six-tips-for-winning-more-proposals\/","title":{"rendered":"six tips for winning more proposals"},"content":{"rendered":"
go beyond the basics. by sarah johnson dobek<\/i> the public accounting marketplace has become an increasingly competitive marketplace. you want to easily win more proposals, but decision-makers are savvy purchasers. no longer do they just talk to one firm; they often talk to multiple firms.<\/p>\n more: <\/b>four ways to propel new cpas into growing your firm<\/a> | five better ways to say no<\/a> | are you solving your clients\u2019 problems?<\/a> | five ways to grow new service lines<\/a> | don\u2019t confuse marketing with biz dev<\/a> | business development and sales aren\u2019t scary<\/a> whether you were referred to an opportunity through your network or the prospect found you through the fantastic interweb, we have six tips to help you be more successful with every swing at the plate. google the prospective company to learn as much about them before you meet with them. don\u2019t go in and ask what they do \u2013 that\u2019s the kiss of death. instead, confirm what you learned from your research. it will impress them, show them that you did your homework and put you in a position to have a meaningful discussion about their organization or business. consider pulling an industry report to learn more about the key challenges facing their industry. this exercise can also help you generate a list of target questions.<\/li>\n next, look them up on linkedin. look for how you or someone in your firm might be connected to decision-makers in their organization. we all recognize the importance of relationships in business; in fact, the very existence of a relationship can often be the tipping point. bottom line, a common connection can help in any rfp situation.<\/li>\n when you have the chance to meet with your prospect, learn as much as you can about their situation. don\u2019t start by telling them who you are and why you\u2019re so great. instead, take the time to understand them and learn why they are looking for a new firm.<\/li>\n if you asked insightful, probing, open-ended questions\u00a0and<\/strong> listened well, you will have a great foundation for a customized proposal. include the information you captured in your meeting, specifically identifying both what they need<\/strong> and want<\/strong> out of a new accounting firm relationship.<\/li>\n this should go without saying, but prompt follow-up is critical. timeliness shows that you care and want their business. go the extra mile and send thank-you notes to the people involved. let them know you appreciate inclusion in their scoping process.<\/li>\n if and when you get the opportunity to present your plan, do not<\/strong> simply regurgitate your proposal. everyone in the room can read. instead, focus on getting to know the people in the room and have a conversation about what is important to their organization. the best way to do this is to start a dialogue about what is meaningful to them.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n these are just a few tips to help you win more proposals. while your record may not be a 100 percent win rate, these pointers will make you more competitive and generate an increased number of hits when you\u2019re swinging the bat.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" <\/a>
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research the company and industry.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
identify relationship connections.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
listen first, promote second.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
customize your proposal.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
follow up.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
present your proposal.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
\ngo beyond the basics.<\/strong>
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