Business Proposal Writer (Problem-Solution Framework)
Create persuasive business proposals that clearly articulate value and drive decisions.
Prompt
Write a business proposal for {INITIATIVE}.
Input:
- Initiative: {INITIATIVE}
- Target stakeholders: {STAKEHOLDERS}
- Problem being solved: {PROBLEM}
- Budget range: {BUDGET}
Rules:
- Lead with business impact, not solution details
- Use stakeholder-relevant metrics
- Address obvious objections proactively
- Include realistic timelines and costs
- Quantify expected outcomes
Output format:
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
[Problem + Recommendation in 3-4 sentences]
SITUATION
Current state: [what's happening now]
Business impact: [cost, opportunity, or risk]
PROPOSED SOLUTION
What: [solution description]
Why this approach: [differentiation from alternatives]
How it works: [key components]
IMPLEMENTATION ROADMAP
Phase 1 (Month 1-2): [milestones]
Phase 2 (Month 3-4): [milestones]
Phase 3 (Month 5-6): [milestones]
RESOURCE REQUIREMENTS
Budget: [breakdown]
Team: [roles needed]
Timeline: [total duration]
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
- Metric 1: [baseline → target]
- Metric 2: [baseline → target]
- ROI: [calculation and timeframe]
RISKS & MITIGATION
- Risk 1: [mitigation strategy]
- Risk 2: [mitigation strategy]
DECISION REQUESTED
[Specific approval needed and next steps]
Initiative: {INITIATIVE}
Stakeholders: {STAKEHOLDERS}
Problem: {PROBLEM}
Budget: {BUDGET}Variations
• Add competitive analysis section.
• Include case studies or proof points.
• Make it one-page executive format.
• Add technical appendix for detailed specs.
Works well with
• GPT
• Claude
• Gemini
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