What could possibly go wrong when you're responding to an RFP?

My 30 years of experience has taught me that A LOT can happen and the more prepared you are, the better.

So, what are the most common speedbumps I’ve seen proposal teams run into over the years? And what can you do to prevent or plan for these delays?

On this episode of The RFP Success Show, I share five of the most common issues that interrupt the RFP process, challenging you to expect missed deadlines and build extra time into your response calendar.

I explain how to prepare for the unforeseen absence of a key team member and why it’s crucial to develop a strategy everyone can buy into.

Listen in for insight on navigating technology problems and learn how to overcome the most common delays in the RFP process!

Key Takeaways 

5 of the most common things that delay the RFP process

Why it’s crucial to expect missed deadlines and build extra time into your calendar

How to prepare for the absence of a key team member

Why I suggest submitting your proposal a day early and knowing who to call if you have issues

The benefit of having access to a backup computer and printer

How reading the entire RFP early on helps you avoid finding requirements you missed

Why you need a strategy everyone on the team buys into

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Dare to Be Influential: Maximizing Your Positive Influence While Still Being True to You by Lisa Rehurek

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