Anatomy of a Proposal

Hello again! Thanks for being here in the Business Discussion space. Today I would like to have an anatomy lesson. No, probably not the first one that comes to mind, but the anatomy of a proposal! We know that proposals are forms used to present your products and/or services (often as packages) to potential clients. Let's look...

Header
Off to an easy start. The header will made up of your logo, and any other graphics you'd like to include.

Welcome
Welcome your client to your business. Present your name and business info like telephone number, email, address.

About Me
To further elaborate on your welcome, use this area to present a short bio about you and/or your business and how you help clients.

Your Process
List key details about your work that will intrigue your client to work with you even more so. Explain why your business is unique and better than the rest.

Items
List the different packages, bundles, or items for your client to choose from. You may even want to include a section for additional "exclusive" add-on items.

Reviews
Be sure to incorporate some reviews from previous clients.

Frequently Asked Questions
Answer any common questions potential clients ask you.

Client Information
Information from your client to set up their project. For instance: first name, last name, email, phone number, start date, etc.

Next Steps
Explain the immediate next steps to come so they'll know what to expect.

Thank You
Be sure to tell your client how much you appreciate the opportunity to work with them.

Now you're ready to create a proposal! Would you add anything? What are some experiences you'd had with using a similar setup? Let's talk about it in the comments.