As one plans for the work of proposal development, they should always seek support from administrators and organizational leaders for each of the following reasons, EXCEPT: As one plans for the work of proposal development, they should always seek support from administrators and organizational leaders for each of the following reasons, EXCEPT: to assure they can devote sufficient time to completing the proposal. to avoid future reprisals for siphoning time from more important clinical activities. to avoid wasting time pursuing something they may not be able to complete after investing significant time and energy. to be certain they have the needed resources to complete the proposal