Consulting Proposal

Japneet Singh

Meaning
A consulting proposal is a document sent from a

consultant to a prospective client describing a job they wish to take on and the conditions under which they will do so.
The process of writing a consulting proposal

usually takes place only after the consultant and prospective client have discussed the job at length.
As a business or marketing consultant, you

have a core area of expertise. The field you focus on, and the skills and experience that set you apart from the rest.

Step 1 & 2
1. Learn as much as you can about the job under

consideration.
2.Identify the role of the consultant in the job. Go the prospective client's place of work and speak

with the people concerned. If you are hoping to consult about a dispute between management and employees, for example, speak to representatives of both parties. Find out exactly what the client is looking for in a consultant, the time frame of the job, and the desired results. Find out whether the prospective client wants a consultant to provide general advice, to propose and implement a specific solution, or merely observe and report. Learn details about any other consultant involved.

Step 3 & 4
3 Ascertain the commitment of the

prospective client, both financially and timewise, to the consultant. Some clients want a consultant at any cost, while others are willing to sacrifice only a small sum. The client may want a consultant for an indefinite period of time, or only for a day or two.
4. Begin your proposal by addressing it to the

prospective client.

Step 5 & 6
5. Indicate why you are especially qualified to

consult on this job

6. List, using strict terminology and specific

details, the results the client will see from you consultation.

Step 7 & 8
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Indicate how you will attain these results. Be specific regarding methods, time, and cost. Do not be afraid to include original ideas and novel practices. Describe what you expect from the client during the consultation process with regards to personnel, access to work sites, and equipment. For example, name people that you expect to work with full-time, list the sectors that you will have access to, etc.

8.

Step 9 ,10,11 & 12

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Describe any extra costs, such as meals, hotel rooms, transportation, etc., that the prospective client will incur for the consultant. required

10 Mention Cancellation Clauses, Notice period

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Propose a price for your consultation.(& Modes of payment)

12 Close by reiterating your fitness for the job, your preparation for the consultation, and your confidence in attaining results.

Finally
Sign and date the proposal, leaving a space

for the client's signature.