Author: Mike Parkinson
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Winning Pitch Decks and Oral Proposals with Mike Parkinson
New Year, new business! Check out Mike Parkinson’s presentation below on winning pitch decks, oral proposals, and persuasive presentations…
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At A Glance Proposal Graphics
Today’s blog is featuring our Diamond Partner, 24 Hour Company, which was founded as a traditional graphic design firm in 1992 by Dennis Fitzgerald. Realizing the opportunity to focus on
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3 Ways to Stay Upbeat when a Proposal Goes Bad
When overwhelmed by a deadline, I can fall into unhealthy mental habits. I get stressed, frustrated, and exhausted. However, years ago, I started using three techniques to ensure a happier,
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FREE Coronavirus Response Icons
I’m doing something different this time (as is everyone in the world). Rather than write my standard article, I’m sharing some of my PowerPoint coronavirus response and healthcare icons and
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It’s 2020. Stop Using PowerPoint THE WRONG WAY!
“Everybody hates PowerPoint,” writes Geoffrey James in his January 21, 2020, Inc. magazine article: “It’s 2020. Why Are You Still Using PowerPoint?” Although his article is well written and researched,
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What are the three newest trends in proposal development?
In the last decade, I’ve seen three changes that have gained momentum: shorter proposals, more orals, and an increase in visuals. 1.Shorter Proposals Prospects, customers, reviewers, evaluators, and decision makers
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How Do I Lead Designers?
I saw Simon Sinek present at a conference. I was one of about 10,000 people who funneled into a large auditorium to see this popular TED Talk presenter. I heard
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3 Common Graphic Myths
In the world of proposal design, many gurus tell you to follow the “rules.” But, like Captain Barbossa of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, I believe rules are more
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What is the Best Design Style for Proposals?
Reacting to what we see is instinctual. In some instances, our reactions can mean the difference between life and death. Fortunately for us, reviewing proposals is not life threatening, although