Planning oral proposal

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The Request for Proposal (RFP) spells out in detail much of what you need to know as you plan your oral presentation. If the RFP is unclear, vague, and/or contradictory, you may submit questions for clarification to the contracting officer. (Your questions and the answers you receive will be passed on to other bidders; their questions and the answers they receive will be sent on to you.)

Choose your presenters

1. Select people who

Have the knowledge, experience, and expertise relevant to this job Will be assigned to the job when the award is granted, and Have (Read more…)

Improve your communication skills

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We all have people with whom we have to work to get things done.  Our ability to communicate with clients, customers, subordinates, peers, and superiors can enhance our effectiveness or sabotage us.  Many times, our verbal skills make the difference.  Here are 10 ways to increase your verbal efficacy at work:

1. Develop your voice

A high whiney voice is not perceived to be one of authority.  In fact, a high soft voice can make you sound like prey to an aggressive co-worker who is out to make his/her career at the expense of anyone else.   Begin (Read more…)