In this episode of Build Momentum, We are joined by Jean Sharp. Jean has dedicated her career to supporting great teaching and learning both in the classroom and online. For the past 10 years, she served as the apex learning vice president of content development and the chief academic officer. With more than 30 years of working in educational technology.

Jean is embracing the rhythm of a new season. She continues to contribute to education and relevant and impactful ways to consulting, writing, and research.

Some Questions I Ask:

• When you're first gearing up for a conference submission, or you see a call for proposals come out. What do you do first? (2:24)
• What are some of your biggest takeaways after reviewing probably thousands of proposals of yours? What resonates with you? And what advice would you have for others? (5:32)
• What are some of the big don'ts or things we should avoid? Including our proposals? 13:34)
• Have you noticed a difference from conference to conference and what people tend to prefer and what proposals seem to be more successful? (14:57)
• Do you have any final advice for those who are going through this process? (16:42)

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Finding success in submitting proposals and other tips and tricks.  (2:33)
• How to make your proposal stand out. (05:40)
• Things to avoid in making proposals. (13:43)

Quotes:

“Understanding both the format of the conference and the audience is critically important.”

“I'm attracted to proposals that demonstrate what works. I'm not interested in proposals that are focused on products, or commercialized in any way.”

“If you've got a topic that's compelling, and you know, individuals who have made contributions in that way, or have been working in that arena for a while, invite them to participate and join you for it. My experience, your experience, as well has often been that they just simply need to be asked.”

“I think it's a better use of time to really invest in the proposals that you believe are the most relevant, and put the effort into ensure that they are well written and well developed. The second point I would make is to collaborate with others, I like to include different voices and perspectives into the proposals that we submit. And I love finding good partners to share the topics.”

“The proposals reflect to you.”

Connect with Jean Sharp:
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Jean Sharp’s Email: jean.sharpsolutionsservicesgroup@outlook.com

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