Campaign Tips
Five Things To Do Now If You Are Running For Office in 2017
By Kathy Groob – More women than ever are filing to run for public office in 2017 and 2018. Your opponent is already working to build support and raise money. Are you?. Primaries are upon us and filing deadlines are nearing in many states. Here is what you need to be doing now to get…
Read MoreParades are for candidates
By Kathy Groob, Publisher ElectWomen.com–Independence Day Parades are a time for candidates to show off and build some much-needed name recognition. You can always tell a challenger candidate by the size of their entourage and number of vehicles trailing along the parade route. A successful parade campaign takes planning and a good pair of walking…
Read MoreFalling Forward – Tips to Endure a Loss
This was first featured on ElectWomen Magazine in 2009. It’s worth repeating. Falling Forward in Politics – Six Tips on Enduring a Political Loss By Matt Lewis (as published in Campaigns & Elections Magazine) Today, the stakes in political campaigns are high. It’s no surprise that in some cases, Election Day defeat can lead to depression and a loss…
Read MoreCAMPAIGN TIPS: Common Filing Mistakes Made by Candidates
By Kathy Groob, Publisher ElectWomen Magazine – Whether you are running for city council or for Congress, each candidate must follow proper procedures for filing the important nominating petitions necessary to secure a place on the ballot. Filing procedures vary state-by-state and depending on the office that is sought. Improper paperwork can cause problems for candidates…
Read MoreHot Trends: Telephone Town Hall Meetings
The latest trend in LIVE, person-to-person communications is telephone town hall meetings. For budget conscious and technology savvy women candidates, Tele-Town Hall currently provide thousands of elected officials, political candidates, non-profit organizations, associations, and businesses with one of the most convenient and cost-effective means of mass personal communications. Tele-Town Hall™ has developed patented technology that…
Read MoreCANDIDATE’S CORNER: Make Way for Votocracy – The New Wave of Campaign Technology Tools
Just when you thought you had mastered Facebook and Twitter, here comes another round of technology tools designed to bring you closer to your voters. Votocracy is an online platform that addresses the overlap of social media and politics – and offers an easy solution. The interactive resource is a powerful tool for first-time campaigners…
Read MoreIt’s in the Mail! Key Elements of a Good Direct Mail Campaign
By ElectWomen Magazine Contributor, Dotty LeMieux – As a general and direct mail consultant in mostly “down ticket” races, my firm, GreenDog Campaigns, has created numerous pieces over the years, all tailored to the particular race and candidate. In doing these pieces, I have discovered (and learned from other consultants, both large and small) that there…
Read MorePolitical calls, calls, calls – do they work?
By OrangePoint Political Communications Services Robo calls for political phoning are becoming a key campaign element. Whether you are running for town council, the state house, or even the presidency, you can reach your constituents and voters with the right message at the right time. For example, maybe your opponent has launched a blistering last…
Read MoreCandidate Training Tip: Handling an Aggressive Questioner
By Chris Jahnke, Media and Speaker Trainer with Positive Communications At some point in your career it is likely you will face a questioner who acts like an interrogator. There are ways to neutralize hostile questions from reporters, audience members, even workplace associates. These tips will help prevent you from stumbling or becoming defensive. #1…
Read MoreCampaign Trail Hazards – How to Avoid Dog Bites
Killer Campaigning -Yah, this post has a funny title, but don’t be too quick to laugh if you’re planning on running as a candidate in a local election. After working on dozens of political campaigns and knocking on tens of thousands of doors, I’ve learned that mean dogs are one of the biggest hazards you…
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