Proposals, pricing and negotiation

Intermediate⏱ 14 min
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Turn a qualified opportunity into a signed deal. Write proposals that mirror the buyer’s words, present pricing with confidence and negotiate without giving value away.

In this lesson you’ll learn to

  • My proposal mirrors the buyer’s situation
  • I show ROI before price
  • I offer options
  • I know my walk-away point
  • I trade rather than give

A proposal that sells

• Their situation and goals — in their words from discovery.

• Recommended solution — what you will do and why.

• Outcomes and ROI — the numbers you agreed.

• Timeline and responsibilities.

• Investment — clear pricing, options if useful.

• Proof — relevant case study or references.

• Next steps — how to approve and start.

Keep it short. Walk the buyer through it live rather than just emailing it.

Pricing presentation

• Anchor to value: show the ROI before the price.

• Offer two or three options (good, better, best) so the choice becomes which option, not whether to buy.

• State the price confidently and stop talking.

Negotiation basics

• Know your wal

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