- Be concise - there is no need to be wordy, just think how many entries the judges need to read, so be concise to get your message across.
- Provide statistics and evidence to back up any claims in your entry.
- Follow the judging criteria carefully - if the questions have a word limit of 200 - keep to that word limit, more is not better.
- Make sure your information is true - check your facts and present the evidence if possible. If not, have the evidence available as the judges may ask!
- Where possible provide photos, graphs and testimonials to enhance your submission. Even consider the inclusion of a video - pictures can speak a thousand words.
- If you need to provide references, ensure you have their permission and they have been briefed on what you are entering. Also ensure you include their current contact details.
- Get your submission in on time - no matter what the excuse late entries are not accepted.
- Often there is a discount on entry fees for getting your award submission in early.
- Ensure the entry is in the format requested eg length of document, printed or soft copies etc.
- Make sure to have copies of your company's bio, logos and staff profile pictures for any media opportunities presented by the Award organisers.
An upcoming blog will look at ways to make the most of becoming a finalist or winning an award.
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