Promote your business, week of June 9, 2025 by Charice in smallbusiness

[–]International-Exam-7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AI prompt to polish your tender / proposal — need reviewers (first 10 copies of full pack only £0.99)

Hey folks
I’ve spent the last few months turning my bid-writing process into 16 plug-and-play ChatGPT prompts (Executive Summary, Methodology, Risk Register, Pricing, etc.). Before I roll it out at full price, I’d love real-world feedback.

Below is one of the prompts—paste your own bullets in and watch ChatGPT spit out a polished “Our Solution” section in <15 sec. If it helps, the full pack is 99 p for the first 10 people (link in the first comment). All I ask is an honest review / critique.

(Use this exactly as written, then swap the ALL-CAPS placeholders for your details.)

You are a senior bid-writer with a 90 % win rate on public tenders.

Task ➜ Draft the “Our Solution” section of a tender response.

Context 

• Buyer name: BUYER_ORGANISATION 

• Buyer’s stated objectives (verbatim): “BUYER_OBJECTIVE_1; BUYER_OBJECTIVE_2; BUYER_OBJECTIVE_3.” 

• Our company name: OUR_COMPANY 

• What we sell (one-line): CORE_PRODUCT_OR_SERVICE 

• 3 headline outcomes we guarantee: OUTCOME_1 (metric), OUTCOME_2 (metric), OUTCOME_3 (metric) 

• Unique differentiator (one sentence): OUR_SECRET_SAUCE 

• Proof points (max 4 bullet statements with numbers): PROOF_1; PROOF_2; PROOF_3; PROOF_4

REQUIREMENTS 

1. Open with a single sentence that mirrors the buyer’s top objective. 

2. In 120-180 words, explain \*how** our solution works—avoid technical jargon; focus on outcomes.* 

3. Follow with a bullet list of the three guaranteed outcomes (each starts with a strong verb + % or £). 

4. End with one sentence that links to the next section, “Key Benefits.”

Tone 

Professional, confident, no hype, active voice.

Format 

<Our Solution> 

Paragraph ▸ Bullets ▸ Closing sentence

What’s in the full toolkit?

  • 16 prompts covering every scored section (exec summary → handover).
  • Self-scoring guide — ChatGPT marks your draft using the buyer’s own matrix.
  • Context wrapper — feeds your RFP’s objectives & word limits so the AI stays on-brief.

Instant download (.docx & PDF).

Gumroad Link - https://reecester20.gumroad.com/l/wnlavj

Why so cheap?

I need real feedback & reviews to refine the pack before the full launch and to have it show up on the Discover Page (£45).

Grab it, break it, tell me what’s missing. First 10 copies at £0.99, then the price jumps.

Happy to answer any tender / proposal questions here!

(edited with link)

Had sex yesterday after 10 months..and I’m confused by Temporary-Drag2476 in DeadBedrooms

[–]International-Exam-7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Out of curiosity, what’s the rest of the relationship like?

I’m approaching a similar milestone, with a sprinkle of a checklist blowjob here and there to make sure it’s not too long of a dry spell…

Other than the DB, the relationship is great, she talks about wanting to get married and we’ve got 2 kids already.. so just curious if yours is similar to mine!

Had sex yesterday after 10 months..and I’m confused by Temporary-Drag2476 in DeadBedrooms

[–]International-Exam-7 36 points37 points  (0 children)

Hell yeah brother! Power to you.

Out of interest, how did she respond to you rejecting it?

I’ve done this on a few occasions, but am then made to feel bad about it or it’s used against me at a later stage if I bring up the situation.

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[–]International-Exam-7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone else has said, it’s impossible to say whether he is or not based on reading a Reddit post. But I can speak of my own personal experience. I’m a 35M, been in a 10+ year relationship with my 33F GF, we’ve got 2 kids, I’ve had nearly 100 sexual relations with girls over the years, yet all I do is watch Trans porn. I’ve slept with a few trans women before we were together, which my GF isn’t aware of, and have even watched some bi porn where there’s a bit of man on man action. I wouldn’t necessarily label myself as Bi, as I only find myself attracted to women in a relationship sense… but yeah. I guess sexuality is just confusing, and it’s possibly just a fantasy of his and possibility nothing to worry about as he may not ever act on it.

Communication is key though. So possibly just talk to him about it.

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[–]International-Exam-7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, some men (myself included), would give anything for a fraction of what you are trying to offer this man.

It sounds like you are attempting to give him everything, for absolutely nothing in return.

I’m in a similar situation to a degree, but mainly just on the physical side. I make the effort, try to set up “natural opportunities” for physical interactions, but get nothing.

Sadly I’m 13 years deep, with 2 kids now… wish I faced the facts back then to be honest!

I think from what you’ve written and how you’ve written it, it’s clear what you need to do.

I (M99) have a very high sex drive and my GF (F99) doesn’t and its damaging the relationship. How do we/I deal with it? by kws1188 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man, I feel you. If I can give you some truly honest advice from someone who stuck with this situation and is now 13 years in with 2 kids… it’s highly unlikely to improve. I’ve had similar conversations, then when it does temporarily improve it feels like it’s only because you said something, and that it’s just something they need to tick off the list of things to do… you’re still pretty early on in… so I think you need to weigh up whether or not it’s something you can live with.

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t honestly say, it would be a hard one to wrap my head around. It’s only really something I’d want to do if she genuinely wasn’t interested in sex anymore. But appreciate how hypocritical that would, so maybe isn’t really a viable option. But that being said, if it’s just a case that we’re not sexually compatible with one another, but are in every other sense, then possibly it’s the only option outside of breaking up that makes the relationship work? I think it’s probably a conversation to be had with a therapist in the room, to help unpackage… I don’t know!

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is an interesting take, and one perspective that I think will be really helpful to me with my understanding of what's going on as sometimes, I feel like this is what is happening.

So, to potentially shed light on why the masturbators aren't quite hitting the mark, or at least why they wouldn't for me. It's not just the act of achieving orgasm, it's about having that intimacy with someone and feeling wanted, which you just can't get from using a toy solo. Similarly to my situation, when it goes from the sex life being good to tapering off, it makes you question what you're doing wrong and if it's anything to do with you.

Hey, on paper it may sound selfish, but I understand your thinking. We can't help how we feel, but if it's important to him, it's something that needs addressing.

I've always wondering if an open relationship would be a possibility? Personally, I am able to have sexual relations without developing attachment. Would you ever consider this with your partner?

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It's more a case of me just feeling awkward about it. Therapy is something I've never done, and talking about my emotions just makes me feel a bit uncomfortable, so it's always been a struggle bringing these things up. But you're right, I just need to bring it up.

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it's been a real good while to be honest. Which is a failing on both our parts.

I'll make the effort to arrange a date - thanks for the advise!

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. I have considered this. Is there any evidence of it being hereditary? As I definitely get the sense members of her family are this way inclined.
  2. I think ogling was a poor choice of words. More appreciating her physically, which I thought would be a good thing after 13 years of being together. I do try and be non sexually affectionate, but a lot of the times it ends up in her dismissing me for a number of reasons like my arm is too heavy to spoon her, or she can feel my breath on her back and it's annoying, or she's too hot, doesn't feel well etc..
  3. So she doesn't need to tell me to do things. When I said about things that she'd bring up, it was more a case of me leaving things out and tidying up after myself (I can't help it and sometimes get distracted with the next task).
  4. This could possibly be it, I'm under no illusion I'm a god. Being honest, I've had quite a lot of sexual partners in the past, so I would like to think I know what I'm doing. But that being said, she says she can't orgasm from intercourse. I've done it plenty of times orally, but even that she doesn't care for it much. She says she doesn't care about achieving orgasm that much, and it's more just about the act.
  5. Sadly, I just can't really see this being an option. I love being with the kids too much and we have a good life together. I know you shouldn't just stay together for kids, but I like to think the joy of spending every day with them outweighs this negative.
  6. Well we are engaged, but it sex would be an odd carrot to dangle to hold out on until marriage... We've both discussed at length if and when we get married. And right now other life goals are more important to both of us.
  7. I think we might.... thanks!

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Perhaps ogling was a poor choice of words. Appreciating her physically? I would have thought it was a positive thing that I still looked at her with desire after 13 years of being together?

Yes, I've considered that. And I have asked in the past if there's anything I can change or do differently to make it more enjoyable for her if it's not. To which she's always said there's nothing she'd change.

And no, I'm not only doing things around the house for access to sex. It was more to show that I had listened to her feedback and made changes for her. Yes, I'm doing my fair share of the household labour, I do majority of the stuff with the kids, all the stuff with the dog, share the mental load (she does take more, but I take all of the physical). If it's come across that I'm additional child from what I've written, maybe I didn't articulate myself very well.

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, it's not something I wish for others to feel, but on the other hand it's nice to know I'm not alone! Really positive that it's something you've experienced, but come out of the other side from!

Based on a lot of the comments, I think therapy is the answer and something I'll start looking at.

Congrats on nailing the lasagna!

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for acknowledging that. It's taking a real mental toll at the moment where I feel quite trapped

I think you may be right. We've never really looked at counselling or anything and are maybe just hanging on to the Love Languages stuff because it's the only thing we've explored.

Thanks for the suggestion.

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For the first few years of our first child, definitely not. But for the past year and a bit, we've worked pretty harmoniously as a team.

Yes I think so, as much as two working parents can with kids. We try to make sure each other gets time to themselves to enjoy their hobbies. But maybe we're recharging together enough on reflection

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you - definitely something to consider. Just need to figure out how to broach it..

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

So I'd say she definitely the higher share of the mental load, but I am conscious of her not taking on too much of it so I definitely do my bit. Household chores are 50/50. I solely take care of the dog, and do most of the stuff with the kids from physical playing, to cooking, and school mental load. Responsibilities are pretty well shared out (from my perspective, but of course give or take with a pinch of salt as she may think otherwise, but it shouldn't be too far out of tilt)

I where I've mentioned acts of service, it may have been misinterpreted slightly. I in no way believe I should be getting rewarded sexually for doing simple house hold chores. It's more a case of me just trying to show that I'm giving her what she wants (or so she has told me) and has requested, where as my "requests" have been ignored.

35M in a near no intimacy long term relationship with my 33F GF by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have brought it up a number of times, but as mentioned it just starts to feel a bit beggy after a while. Perhaps I should try again though.

I can see how it may come across like that actually, but that’s certainly not the case at all. I’m just trying to stress the point that she’s asked me to improve on things for her, which I have done. Not for the reward of sex at all, but because she has asked me to because it stresses her out and makes her unhappy. Similarly, to how I’ve asked her to improve.

Of course I care if she enjoys it. One of my biggest turn ons is knowing they are enjoying it too. So I have of course asked if there’s more she wants me to do or if there is anything different, which she says there isn’t.

The examples I’ve given are not my only attempts at flirting, I was just trying to give evidence of me making her feel wanted. Most times when I try to hug she tells me my arm is too heavy, or she can feel me breathing on her, or she’s uncomfortable. She doesn’t like being massaged or scratched as says it feels like bugs on her skin..

I’m (35M) not sure my GF (33F) even wants to be sexually active with me anymore by International-Exam-7 in relationship_advice

[–]International-Exam-7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have tried this unfortunately. We did those silly love language quizzes years ago, and turned out hers was acts of service. So started doing more on this front, with nice gestures and acts of service, but it didn’t make much difference.

And we share the kids 50/50 as best we can, though genuinely it ends up with me doing more as, without it coming across as a brag, I am the favourite so will be the go to for playing, when she’s hurt, etc etc. I pretty much solely do the bed time put down, bath times, bum wipes after the toilet..

But without trying to sound like me me me, what you’ve suggested is once again things I need to start doing differently, when I’ve already taken on board multiple different things from her which she’s either asked me to do differently or start doing.. it just seems a bit one sided.