Author Question: If you are competing with several other firms in the submission of a proposal, one way to stand out ... (Read 24 times)

Collmarie · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

If you are competing with several other firms in the submission of a proposal, one way to stand out from the competitors is to

A) include strong graphics on the cover.
B) deliver it in person.
C) use a professional delivery service.
D) call later that day to ensure arrival.
E) deliver the proposal over a celebratory lunch.

Question 2

Which of the following would be the most effective way to deliver a report that you've prepared for a small group of managers in your local office?

A) Deliver the report to them in person.
B) Ask a coworker to drop off the report.
C) Use interoffice mail to distribute copies of the report.
D) Tell those managers to download the report from your webpage.
E) Save the report in an open-source format on a USB drive and send it via the USPS.

lindahyatt42 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) For physical distribution, consider spending the few extra dollars for a professional courier or package delivery service, if that will help your document stand apart from the crowd.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) If you've prepared a report for a small group of people, delivering it in person will allow you to introduce the report and remind readers why they're receiving it.