Breaking Through: First Impressions in Advocacy
You care about an issue. That’s what matters. You don’t need to be a policy expert or memorize bill numbers…
How to Manage Ideological Tension in a Coalition (Part 2)
Coalitions are messy. We talked a little about that on Monday. You get people from different sectors, with different politics…
What to Look for in a Coalition Ally (Part 1)
Coalitions can multiply your influence … or drain your time. The difference comes down to who’s in the room. If…
3 Tips to Navigate a Political World Gone Sideways
When the Statehouse gets chaotic, or when your local county council decides to test-drive a new brand of political theater,…
Will You Seize the Moment, or Let It Slip Away?
In politics and advocacy, timing is everything. You can do months of planning and relationship-building, but when opportunity knocks, you…
Showing Up Matters: How to Build Relationships that Stick
Too many people treat advocacy like a transaction: make your case, get what you want, and you move on. But…
The Business Case for In-House vs. Contract Lobbying
You’re running a business. You’re navigating a complex economy, complying with an ever-changing regulatory climate, trying to grow, and now…
How to Set Realistic and Measurable Advocacy Goals
This year, we had a client come to us with a clear agenda and a short timeline. They had a…
Welcome to the Team, Carly!
We welcome Carly Alexander to the BridgePSG team as our Public Policy Coordinator. But enough from me, here’s Carly in…
New Year’s Resolution #1: Get To Know Elected Officials
At some point in 2025, a government decision will negatively impact your business or your community. Take action now. It’s…