Completing Your Nomination

A nomination in the Business Excellence Awards is a great way to recognize and celebrate your achievements. Now that you’ve been nominated, what’s next? The process of completing a submission can be a little overwhelming, so we’re sharing some tips.

Understand the criteria

Get familiar with the criteria and requirements. Each category has specific information.

  • Review the eligibility, and make a list if you need to.
  • Understand how the category is evaluated and what the judges are looking for.

Gather all relevant information

Collect the necessary information. Be sure to include:

  • Full name, contact information, and any relevant background.
  • Specific accomplishments or projects that meet the criteria.
  • Any supporting documents like resumes, letters of recommendation, or portfolio items.

Connect the dots

A thoughtful approach can make a significant difference in the strength of your nomination. Think about your ‘why’ and the pieces if your story that connect directly to the criteria – and then say it.

  • Introduction. Briefly introduce yourself and the context of your achievements.
  • Achievements. Highlight significant accomplishments with specific examples.
  • Impact. Describe the positive impact your work has had and significance of your contributions.
  • Conclusion. Summarize how your work is connected to the criteria and repeat key points.

Ask questions

Unsure about something? Ask questions! This is your opportunity to shine, and we want to help you.

Review, review, review.

Once you’ve done all of this, you might have a lot of words on the page. No worries! This is where a review comes in handy.

  • Be concise and clear. Stick to the word limit and avoid unnecessary details.
  • Show passion and share your enthusiasm!
  • Check for errors and proofread (or ask someone to proofread).
  • Make sure you connect with the evaluation criteria.
  • Check one more time that all required information and documents are included.

Submit!

Completing a nomination submission might seem complex, but by understanding the criteria and taking a methodical approach you can build a strong submission. You are your own best source of information - remember to take your time, ask for help, and let your accomplishments speak loudly. Good luck!