Take time for a mindful tea break (or coffee if that’s your cup of tea) In the busyness of work, a world that rewards speed and constant availability and many of us working from home, taking a break can feel like a luxury or even rebellious. 5 minutes is often all it takes to [...]
We’ve been revisiting this wonderful book by Ian Sanders in the last few weeks. It's full of stories and inspiration to spark positive change, find more joy and fun in every day. Life is short and time is precious. In the midst of bid world and the deadline driven environment we work in, it’s [...]
We love Spring. Everything feels brighter, and it’s a season that quietly invites change. In bid world it’s easy to fall into familiar patterns. Reusing and reworking what you’ve written before is tempting. But like Spring we see each bid and every question as an opportunity to grow. Growth can feel uncomfortable. But so [...]
It’s a familiar pattern in bid teams. The ITT lands and someone says, ‘we’ve done this before’. Same sector, similar scope, familiar questions. That’s usually when thinking starts to narrow. You move quickly to win themes. You assume you know what the client will care about. The bid isn’t rushed. It’s structured and professional [...]
Case studies are one of the most important parts of the early bid stages. They’re where you move from promise to proof — demonstrating that you’ve delivered before and can do it again. And yet, they’re often left until the last minute. When a bid lands, teams scramble for evidence. People are chased for [...]
The world of bidding isn’t always easy. It can be intense, demanding, and make you want to tear your hair out. But, there is so much more to love than hate in the world of bidding. As Valentine’s day approaches, we’re reminding ourselves of what we love about the world of bids. Creating new [...]
2026 is set to be an exciting year in sports, with the Six Nations and Winter Olympics in full flow, here are the top sporting events we are looking forward to along with a gentle reminder of the lessons we can learn from sport in bids. Winter Olympics and Paralympics (Milan–Cortina, Italy) - 6 [...]
Our February 'Bid Break' invitation is all about getting moving and boosting your brain At ShineX, many of us spend hours each day in front of screens, creating, collaborating, and innovating with our clients. We’ve learned that our best ideas often come after a good walk or workout. One of our team members swears [...]
