Application Tips

Winning a Fife Business Award is a fantastic way to boost your brand awareness and reach a whole new audience of potential clients. To help you craft the best possible application, we’ve put together some top tips for completing your form.

1. Check Eligibility

Before starting, carefully review the eligibility criteria for each award. Not every category will apply to every business, so take the time to select the one that aligns best with your achievements.

2. Understand What the Judges Want

Pay close attention to the section titled ‘An ideal application will demonstrate’. This outlines exactly what the judges are looking for in a strong submission.

3. Grab Their Attention Early

Start with a compelling introduction that hooks the judges. Remember, they’ll be reviewing many applications, so make your first impression count.

4. Keep It Clear and Concise

• Use white space and bullet points to make your application easy to read.
• Avoid jargon and acronyms whenever possible.

5. Focus on the Form

Judges will only assess the information provided in your application form. Avoid linking to external documents or websites—everything they need to know should be included directly in your submission.

6. Strengthen Your Case with Evidence

Support your claims with relevant facts, statistics, and examples that directly relate to the award category. Be specific but stay focused on what matters most.

7. Show Passion and Personality

Let your enthusiasm for your business and its achievements shine through. Passion can be as compelling as results.

8. Collaborate on Your Submission

Don’t go it alone—work with colleagues to gather insights, ideas, and perspectives. Adding testimonials from satisfied customers or partners can also make your application stand out.

9. Highlight Outcomes and Success

Demonstrate how your business has delivered positive outcomes, and show the impact of your achievements.

By following these tips you’ll increase your chances of being named a Fife Business Award winner.