What You Need to Know About a Career in Lobbying
Lobbying is a practice that involves advocating for specific policies or interests by influencing lawmakers, government officials, or regulatory agencies. Lobbyists can represent a wide range of organizations, including corporations, non-profit organizations, and trade associations. They can also represent individual clients or causes. If you are interested in becoming a lobbyist, here are some things […]
Facebook for Campaigns: Page or Profile?
In today’s digital age, social media has become a crucial tool for political campaigns. With over 2 billion active users, Facebook is one of the most popular social media platforms. However, when using Facebook for campaigns, should you use a profile or a page? We outlined the pros and cons of using a Facebook page […]
Choosing Yard Signs for Your Campaign
When it comes to choosing to go with polybag signs, cardboard plastic-coated signs, and corrugated plastic yard signs for your political campaign, there are several factors to consider, including your budget, the length of your campaign, and the message you want to convey. Here are some additional tips to help you make an informed decision: […]
Organize Your Contacts
One of the most amazing things about politics is the number of connections you can make! In today’s highly connected world, it’s more important than ever to have a well-organized list of contacts. Whether you are working in politics or planning to run for office, having an organized and up-to-date list of contacts can help […]
Using Your Personal Vehicle for Work
Using a personal vehicle for work is a common practice, especially for those who work in industries like politics. Before deciding whether to use your personal vehicle for work, here are several factors to consider. Cost of Using Your Personal Vehicle for Work When using a personal vehicle, you will incur expenses such as fuel, […]
Campaign Yard Signs: Know Your Options
Campaign yard signs are a crucial element for spreading a candidate’s message and building name recognition. However, choosing the right type of sign can be a challenge, as there are several options available. Options include polybag signs, cardboard plastic-coated signs, and corrugated plastic yard signs. We laid out the strengths and weaknesses to help you […]
International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It also serves as a reminder of the ongoing fight for gender equality and women’s rights. While the day is celebrated globally, it holds significant importance for women in the United States, particularly in politics. Women have come a […]
Parliamentary Procedure: Mastering Motions
Parliamentary procedure is a set of rules that govern how meetings, especially legislative or deliberative assemblies, are conducted. It is based on the principles of order, fairness, and efficiency. The purpose of parliamentary procedure is to ensure that meetings are conducted in a way that allows all members to participate and express their views, and […]
Political Ads: Negative vs. Contrast
Ads are a critical part of any political campaign, and campaigns often face a hard decision of when or if they should “go negative”. Negative ads directly target one or more candidates in a race and can be particularly harmful to approval numbers. Alternatively, campaigns might choose a contrast ad that focuses more on the […]
What is a campaign vendor?
When your campaign needs a product or a service outside of the skillset of the candidate, campaign manager or in-house team, it is time to call in a specialized campaign vendor. Your campaign vendor is likely an outsourced subcontractor who is tasked with a specialized role for your campaign. The role of a campaign vendor […]