Unlocking the Secret to Award Entry Success: Tips and Tricks

Winning an award is not just a matter of luck or merit alone - the application process can be complex and competitive, and requires a strategic and thoughtful approach. Here are some tips to assist you in writing a compelling entry for the HRSE KSA Awards 2024. Whether you are a seasoned applicant or a first-time entrant, our insights and advice will help you maximize your chances of success and stand out from the crowd.

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CHOOSE THE RIGHT CATEGORY

Consider entering categories you think might attract fewer entrants to give yourself a higher chance of success
You can give yourself a decent chance of being shortlisted/winning by entering more than one relevant category
Using these guidance notes will not guarantee success, but it will give your entry the best possible chance of making compelling reading for the judging panel.

ANSWER THE QUESTIONS

Read the questions carefully, and ensure you target your answers to the question.
Keep focused and ensure all information is relevant.

DON’T IGNORE THE RULES

Word count – The judges are on a deadline too so keep the copy short and concise
Keep within the upload sizes requested
Adhere to stipulated PDF and .doc upload formats
Submit by the entry deadline!

COMMUNICATE WITH CLARITY

Remember the judges will be looking through hundreds of entries, so:

Be concise, clear and focused – with clean, easy-to-digest copy
Make it easy for them to make sense of your entry
Create a narrative, and make your submission a good read
Write with verve, be compelling and passionate, and aim to stand out
Avoid jargon, inflated claims, unexplained acronyms, and unedited copy-and-pasting
Set the scene – provide insight into your business/event, with the context where appropriate

INCLUDE SUPPORTING EVIDENCE

Make sure the supporting material backs up your claims in the main submission
Use testimonials to demonstrate the effectiveness of your event
Using specific data and metrics can improve your awards entry

LEAVE ENOUGH TIME

Enter early – a last minute rush is likely to impact on the quality of your submission
The process invariably takes longer than expected, particularly if you need approvals
Allocate yourself more time than you think you will need

ASSIGN SOMEBODY TO THE JOB

Designate someone in your company as the Awards coordinator – responsible for collating information, contacting referred clients, consulting colleagues, checking facts, chasing up, writing the initial draft and keeping an eye on the timeline and deadline

SEEK THE CLIENT’S PERMISSION

Ensure any relevant clients are happy to have their event entered, especially if it contains commercially sensitive information. They will probably be delighted, and you can invite them to the ceremony if shortlisted!

PROOFREAD

When the basics are finalised give it to the best writer in your company to polish
Typos can make a good submission look sloppy
Thoroughly check spelling, grammar, and punctuation

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