Lobbying legally and ethically requires developing and implementing policy and political strategies with a lobbying firm working with you on every stage of your public policy campaign. Understanding the steps and process means successful bottom line results.



1. Develop a roadmap:

A roadmap is more than a timeline. This is the instructive strategic outline of short and long-term goals tied to specific strategies that meet your objectives within the timeline.



2. Develop a multi-faceted campaign:

Whether working in health care, taxes, or trade, become well-versed in both policy matters (the issues) and politics (Washington D.C. legislators and staffers). Reaching goals in Washington is complicated and can be extremely difficult. With a multi-faceted campaign, you can prepare to win elections, accomplish legislative goals, and influence public opinion.



3. Gain a thorough understanding of the issues and needs:

An organization's political strategy can boost or hinder objective accomplishment in public affairs and government relations. A perceived legislative goal may be best achieved by first developing an interim goal of building a broad-based coalition to bring attention to reform. Securing policymaker support may be best achieved by first developing an interim goal of educating Members of Congress to create tangible momentum behind an issue.



4. Communicate with key players:

A lobbying firm knows how and when decisions will be made; and how best to lobby to the people who matter most. Being introduced to the important public policy decision-makers may produce outcomes, but working with a firm that effectively becomes a member of your team will make your contacts more meaningful with better outcomes for your organization.

Author: Parven Pomper Strategies Inc.

About the author:
Government relations firm Parven Pomper Strategies is ready to work with you on every stage of your public policy campaign, from creation through execution. Contact our team of democratic lobbyists at info@pps-dc.com or 202.351.6820.

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