Preparing Your Entry

• Please type your answers
• Answer all seven questions clearly and concisely for your category
• Use a new page for each question
• Use tables, graphs and charts wherever possible to reinforce your written content
• Avoid narrative as a substitute for hard facts
• Treat the writing of your entry like the preparation of your Business Plan which can be used as a plan of activities for the next 12 months
• Let your passion for your business come through in your entry
• Brainstorm the questions with your staff, business partners, accountant etc. You will be surprised at the level of involvement and interest shown in entering the awards. Entering can be a real team effort
• Appendices are allowed but should be kept to a minimum and will not attract any points
• Your answers should be within the specified word limit
• Remember, quality is more important than quantity. Well-presented content is the key to a high score
• Submit 4 identical copies of your entry (original plus three copies)
• Prepare and attach your media statement
• Prepare and attach your executive summary
• Complete and attach the official entry form
• All material will be returned or destroyed after the awards (See Entry Form)
• Entries close 5:00 pm on 1 July 2008. No late entries accepted