I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
When people face the prospect of a law or technical regulation against them, the instinct of most is to go into the stages of denial: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. By the time they have moved to acceptance, it is usually too late. The law or regulation is adopted. Instead, as soon as you … Read more
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
Why gibberish does not persuade If you want to persuade a group of officials and politicians, they must understand what you are saying. A lot of interests fall at the first hurdle. The decision-makers you have to influence don’t understand what you are saying and want. The words coming out of your mouth or from … Read more
A lot (at least 80%) of what lobbyists write to their clients is ignored. It is put in the bin. The words on the page are confusing, too long, and unclear. Many pieces come across as inaccurate. The writing is designed to suck the lifeblood from the reader. The writing is, at best, pointless and … Read more