I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
I was recently on a panel and asked about working with far-right politicians. My rule of thumb has been not to recommend doing so. I base it on four objective criteria and two personal reasons. The objective criteria are: First, when the far-right groups back an issue in the EP, it Is tantamount to ringing … Read more
If I wanted to pass a law fast, this is what I’ve learned works. Stick the details in the Annex. So few people read, and even fewer read to the Annexes, you’ll be able to hide the substance in plain sight. Make sure the title is suitably non-descriptive. Give it an innocuous title. If a … Read more
I’ve listed the most useful mental models – rules of thumb – I use in my day to day work. I’ll develop the list over time. 80/20 Principle. 95/5 – Pareto Principle + The Overton Window. The Map is not the Territory. Be a shepherd – safety travel the journey many times. Don’t rely on … Read more
Most lobbyists love to skip the research. There is a natural desire for action. If you ignore the research, you build your work on shallow foundations. Too many campaigns grind to a halt because they skipped the research. They get the core facts wrong, misunderstand what was driving decision-makers, or do not understand how the … Read more