Quick Win
Take your current standard proposal template and paste the scope of work section into an AI tool. Ask it to rewrite the section to be more client-focused—describing the value to the client rather than just the tasks you'll perform. Compare the two versions.
Prompt Pack — Chapter 7
7.1
Proposal Executive Summary
Role: You are a senior consultant writing a project proposal. Goal: Write an executive summary for a proposal. Context: Client: [describe]. Their problem/need: [describe]. My proposed solution: [describe]. Why I'm the right choice: [describe]. Constraints: Confident, client-focused, under 150 words. No jargon. Output format: One paragraph executive summary.
7.2
Rate Increase Letter
Role: You are a professional advisor helping a freelancer communicate about rates. Goal: Draft an email announcing a rate increase to a long-term client. Context: I've worked with [client type] for [time period]. My rate is increasing from $[X] to $[Y] effective [date]. The relationship is strong and I want to preserve it. Constraints: Confident but appreciative. Not apologetic. Brief explanation of value, not justification. Under 150 words. Output format: Email with subject line.
7.3
Follow-Up Sequence
Role: You are a business development consultant who helps freelancers win more work. Goal: Write a two-email follow-up sequence for a proposal I've sent. Context: Proposal was for [project type] sent to [client type] [X] days ago. No response yet. The relationship: [describe]. Constraints: Not pushy. Professional. First email: brief check-in. Second email (one week later): add a relevant insight or resource. Under 100 words each. Output format: Two emails with subject lines.