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In the world of public policy, a good lobbyist  can be an invaluable asset. I've had the privilege of working with amazing lobbyists who...

My church offers a Thursday Men’s Breakfast where more than 175 guys show up and chow down. For years, a faithful crew of three took care of the cleanup—pots, pans, and serving utensils. One of them retired earlier this year, leaving a vacancy on the not-so-coveted cleanup crew. The kitchen lead took the mic one day and appealed to the room, "If you're interested in joining the dishwashing crew, come see me." Crickets! I had just resigned from my job and started my own busine

Working with trade associations and coalitions can be an invaluable strategy for advancing your business interests. However, the reality...

In the world of government affairs, campaign contributions are a powerful tool for building relationships with lawmakers because they...

Our team passed a first-of-its-kind bill to expand market access. From the GR side, it looked like a huge win—a model for the rest of the...

For years, I wore my job title like a badge of honor. Associate. Manager. Director. Vice President. Executive. The higher the title, the...

I’ll admit it—I’ve spent plenty of time believing that because I was talking , I was connecting . I was giving presentations, sharing...

If you work in public affairs long enough, you’ll face budget pressure. I saw it often working with smaller business units and start-ups,...

In the world of public affairs and government relations, timing is everything. For start ups, small businesses, and mission-driven...

Polling gets headlines. It gives us charts, numbers, and momentum narratives for leadership. But here’s the truth: polling measures...

LinkedIn gave us a simple banner that says a lot: # OpenToWork .It signals to recruiters, colleagues, and potential employers that...

In today’s deeply divided political environment, many believe that policy change requires picking a side. But the truth is, working...

When it comes to influencing public policy, many businesses are eager to make a big splash at the federal level. After all, a national...