I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Most people see lobbyists like Nick Naylor. He is a persuasive lobbyist. A good lobbyist will prepare. A lot of your work is done in face to face meetings. You have to be able to communicate clearly and persuade people. You should prepare like a lawyer going to trial. You will work out in … Read more
Why the best lobbyists listen “The best way to persuade someone is with your ears, by listening to then” – Former U.S. Secretary of State Dean Rusk Do you want to be able to walk into a room and know what people need to know to change their mind in 2 minutes? I know a … Read more
Yesterday, I joined a panel discussion on Better Regulation yesterday at Cosmetics Europe. Better Regulation is the most significant act this Commission has introduced. I remember the times when the Commission introduced new legislation on the basis of the Commissioner’s weekend reading. Basic quality control of proposals all too often seemed to be missing. … Read more
There are 3 main ways you can communicate: Writing Listening Speaking Personally, I will come out and admit I am one of the few people in Brussels who does not believe in telepathy. I don’t believe that ideas permeate the ether from unknown animal spirits. Of course, I remain open-minded on this. … Read more