How to Write Consulting Proposals That Close Deals Fast After Retirement

vlog Jan 28, 2026

You've spent decades building expertise. Now you're channeling that wisdom into your own consulting practice.

But there's a counterintuitive truth about proposals: longer doesn't mean better.

In this explainer video, discover why your comprehensive 15-page proposal is losing to competitors who send a single page—and more importantly, how to create a one-page proposal that protects you legally while making it incredibly easy for clients to say yes.

You'll learn the exact four-section framework, the psychology behind decision fatigue, and the two-step close that separates the proposal from the contract.

Ready to close deals faster?

Watch now and download your free one-page proposal template from the Retirepreneur Hub.

 

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✍️ About the Author
Curt Roese is a CPA, entrepreneur, real estate broker, and a graduate student in entrepreneurship at the University of Florida. With over 40 years of experience in finance, small business, and real estate, Curt understands the challenges and opportunities that come with embarking on a new chapter after retirement.

He Founded Retirepreneur to help others navigate this transition, offering straightforward tools, honest advice, and practical strategies for launching second-act businesses.

His mission is to empower retirees to live a vibrant, fulfilling, financially secure future!