How to write winning proposals?

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Hello, everyone. I hope you all are having a great time on Upwork. I'm here to share my knowledge about proposal writing. I have been working on Upwork for over two years and have had my share of good and bad proposals. Listed below are the 5 proposal writing tips that helped me a lot.

1. Keep your proposals short.

    You might be tempted to add a lot to your cover letter. However, putting all the information in a tiny space won't get you a job        many times. On the contrary, a short and simple proposal is both easy to create and gets the job done most of the time.

2. Include Samples.

    If you do not have any work experience create samples for imaginary jobs. Submitting a proposal without any samples              attached is similar to planning a shopping trip with no money.

3. Read the Job Description.

    Cliche but crucial. Often we miss the main point of the job description and jump over to create a proposal. Focusing        on the job description is the first step in landing the job.

4. Be Authentic.

    Set real goals and don't over-promise. A proposal that promises a lot seems like a scam more than anything. So be                      authentic and only promise what you can actually deliver.

5. Set Your Availability.

     Let the clients know when they can talk to you. Make it easier for them to connect with you and provide flexible options.

In conclusion, follow the KISS principle, and be flexible and authentic with your proposal. You can achieve your goals with more ease if you know the basics of proposal wriitng.

[tsimbaniaina]

Hi Ashia 😊,

Thanks for sharing! I find this helpful.

I think I could learn more if you guys can provide some examples of good proposals.

Ryan

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Writing winning proposals can be a key factor in getting hired. Here are some tips to help you write an effective proposal:

1. Research the project and client: Before writing your proposal, take the time to research the project and client profile. Try to understand what's important to the client, what problems need to be solved, and how you can help.

2. Write an attention-grabbing headline: Your headline should grab attention and immediately pique the client's interest. Use keywords related to the project and skills you're offering.

3. Briefly describe your skills and experience: In a few sentences, describe your skills and experience that will help the client solve their problem. Don't forget to explain why you're the best candidate for the job.

4. Offer a specific solution: In your proposal, offer a specific solution to the problem the client described. This can be your work plan or a proposal on how you can help solve the problem.

5. Specify your price and timeline: Specify your price and timeline for completing the project. Try to offer a competitive price based on your experience and market standards.

6. Be professional and polite: Remember that you represent your business, so be professional and polite in your communication with the client.

7. Use correct spelling and grammar: Check your proposal for grammar and spelling errors to create a good impression on the client.

By following these tips, you'll be able to write an effective proposal and increase your chances of getting hired.

[mwalimumanu]

Brilliant advise !

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Commendable.

[bba65bbf]

A life saving advice indeed. Many thanks.

[de61492f]

Hello Mindia.

I read your post about how to write winning proposals.

That's very useful and helps me to understand a lot.

But there is one thing I want to make sure.

I am a newcomer to upwork.

I could not imagine about the sample to provide on upwork proposal.

Would you show me what it is and what it looks like.

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Dear Mindia

I am writing to propose my services as a [type of writer] for your [specific project/job]. With [mention years or experience or relevant expertise], I am confident in my ability to deliver high-quality content that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.

[101d9044]

Did you use an AI to generate a proposal?

[32299352]

No way Artificial Intelligence isn't real it's ARTIFICIAL haha it says it
right in the name.

[084232b4]

Can you share any example of Proposal??? Especially for Digital Marketing Services??

[54cdb3a1]

Thank you for the graet tips, Am just getting started on Upwork.Hoping to land my first writng job with these tips.

[2b95bc1c]

thank you so much

[mwalimumanu]

Many thanks for sharing this. Its very informative. 

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Keeping proposals short and to the point is important, as clients don't have a lot of time to read through long proposals. Providing samples is also a great way to showcase your skills and experience. Reading the job description is crucial to understanding what the client is looking for and tailoring your proposal to their needs. Being authentic and setting realistic goals is important to building trust with clients. And finally, setting your availability and making it easy for clients to connect with you can make all the difference in getting hired.

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Thank you Pierre 

[e4b3d34d]

Hello  Ashia,

hope you are doing well.thans for your kind breif description related to perposal submission, i am new here in upwork plateform ,i have submitted multiples of perposals for data entry as i have experience in, unfortunatly i didnot get a single one ,now all my connects are used , so can you plz help me how i can get them .

and i need some more suggestations from you regarding perposal submossion to get my very first order.

thanks,

ishaal fatima

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Debes comprar más conexiones y/o suscribirte a plus, en este ultimo te dan más cantidad de conexiones al mes.

Posdata: Al igual que tú, gasté todas mis conexiones y no he tenido más que un contrato, con el que no me sentí muy bien trabajando ni me resultó de tanto provecho monetario. 

[448e1445]

Hey, Ishal. You can send me a private message anytime. I'll be happy to help!

[b707a164]

I understood you, cause I spent all my connections without answers.

[bba65bbf]

Hello Ishal,

I'm also a newbie here yet to land my first order too. But I noticed your profile is set to private, this could be one of the reasons your proposal isn't getting any chance. I think it will be helpful if you take a look at your profile. Also make sure your availability is set, thank you. I hope you get your first order soonest.

[0558af1d]

Thanks a lot.

[b3b46648]

Gracias por tu aaporte, estoy segura nos será de utilidad. 

[448e1445]

¡Mi placer! ¡Deseo que consigas un proyecto pronto! 

P.S. Sorry if something's wrong. It's Google translate 😁

[65453e5a]

Helpful.thank you,,,actually were it not for these article I would have depleted my connects without getting any job because i was submitting my proposals without any samples.Thanks again this was indeed insightful.