Why engaging a certified bid writer matters (hint - it gives you a better chance of winning)
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 17/01/2024
A certified bid writer gives you the best chance of creating a successful proposal. Bluegum Communication’s Oliver Hogue is well qualified to help you submit a winning bid.
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Tendering is a fierce competition. How do you write bid content that wins?
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 15/11/2023
A satisfactory tender is unlikely to win a contract. We show you how to upgrade it to excellent, by following some clear guidelines.
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What’s on the cards for Sydney Metro?
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 12/04/2023
Sydney Metro has been beset by delays and cost blowouts, with NSW Premier Chris Minns ordering a review. We outline the latest news on the project.
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The pros and cons of using AI to write your tender submission
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 18/07/2022
When it comes to tender writing, AI only goes so far. We explore the pros and cons of using AI tools like ChatGPT to help you craft your bid.
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Writing in Plain English - tips to write clearly and concisely
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 22/07/2020
Writing in plain English means writing in a dynamic, clear way that helps you communicate better, whether it's writing a report, blog post or white paper.
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Tips on how to create persuasive content
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 15/01/2018
Persuasive writing is the key to creating marketing content. This post looks at the three rhetorical appeals: to ethics, to emotion and to reason.
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Major transport industry tenders in 2017-2018
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 10/12/2017
As the Christmas break approaches, we reflect on major transport infrastructure tenders in 2017 and upcoming procurement opportunities in 2018.
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Tips for writing powerful and compelling headlines
Posted by Oliver Hogue on 17/11/2017
Writing headlines is an art as well as a science, but there are techniques for writing headlines that ensure they attract our attention every time.
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