Do you want to take your proposal to the next level?
Do you have a great idea but can’t seem to get the win?
Dr. Cwikla shares secrets that will drive your proposal to the top of the reviewers’ pile. Divided into three sections - ART, ARCHITECTURE, and ATTITUDE - she writes succinctly about her time tested methods of proposal development and surviving the review process. Millions in external funds from federal, state, and private agencies have been won following these principles and practices. Written in a conversational and often humorous manner, scientists, researchers, professors, students, and nonprofits will all benefit from this intelligent handbook.
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“Good to Great Grant Writing belongs on the desk of every researcher ready to up their game. Julie Cwikla’s voice comes through on every page - encouraging, challenging, and reminding us of time tested patterns for successful proposal development.”
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“Read this book if you want to hone your grant writing skills, be inspired to stick with it when you feel overwhelmed, and be entertained with engaging prose and down-to-earth tips.”
Good to GREAT Grant Writing: Resource Gallery
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Shape of Great Grant Writing
The shape and function of the hourglass helps organize proposals. Click to download and print this great graphic.
Reverse Engineer Grant Development
What should you do first? How can you plan out your time to maximize energy and make sure there’s time for all the unexpected.
Your BIG Idea
Start with your BIG idea. These questions will help guide you through definition and scope phase.
Critical Critics … Not Lazy Friends
Get the right people to help improve your writing. You don’t need a pat on the back, you need feedback! Here are some notes and emails to help get started.
Word Cloud Generator
Are your words working for you? Are the reviewers reading the message you want to send? Click to find a word cloud generator. Cut, paste, analyze.
Cognitive Load
Not all proposal tasks are created equally and not all demand the same of our brains. Download the table to guide planning and progress.
Research Questions
Every word matters in your RQs. Think you’ve got them finished? Run them through these tests and see if they’re reviewer ready … COMING SOON
Data Collection Calendar
Here’s a tool to help organize your project timeline and determine when you’re collecting data, analyzing data, and reporting results… COMING SOON
Show Me the Money!
Click to download an Excel file to get started on your budget. I’ve included justification verbiage as well so you can think of it all at once … COMING SOON
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