Political Campaign Tips and Strategies
Political Campaign Tip: Use A Consistent Ballot Name
What’s in a name? If you are running for office, it should be consistency. For example, if you are appearing on the ballot as “John Quincy Smith,” don’t promote yourself as “John Smith” or “John Q. Smith.” Your political... Read More
Do Write-in Candidates Ever Win?
A write-in campaign is a type of election in which people who are not on the ballot can nevertheless make themselves eligible to win by receiving enough valid write-in votes. Write-in campaigns are usually low-budget, grassroots efforts that take place... Read More
Are You Prepared for a Political Campaign? Take Our Readiness Survey and Find Out!
We’re excited to introduce our latest tool: “Are You Ready to Run for Office? Self-Assessment Survey.” This tool is for aspiring politicians and campaign trailblazers. It’s here to help you assess if you are ready to launch and... Read More
Speak Like a Voter, Win Like a Candidate
Are you watching your language? I’m talking about the language of your campaign as you reach out to voters. In your advertising, speeches, and one-to-one interactions, are you conversing with or talking down to your audience? How do you talk down... Read More
Spring Cleaning For Your Campaign’s Social Media
Spring is finally here! Days are getting longer, and for many, it’s time for cleaning. If you are running for office, now is a great time to review your campaign social media accounts. These tips apply to both campaign and personal... Read More
Making Your Campaign’s FAQs Work Harder for You
One problem facing local political campaign websites is that there just isn’t enough content. There are times when we get little information about a candidate, their positions, or even why they are running. A lack of material makes building out a... Read More
10 Things That Separate Winning Candidates From Losing Candidates
What separates winning political candidates from those who lose elections? It’s more than just the number of votes. There’s no such thing as a perfect campaign. Regardless of how hard a candidate may work, there are many factors that can... Read More
Social Media Dos and Don’ts for Political Campaigns
Starting to use social media for your political campaign? Before you start posting, we’ve put together a handy list of dos and don’ts for your social media interaction on Facebook, Instagram and X / Twitter. Below is a detailed infographic... Read More
A List of Our Best Political Campaign Slogans
A political campaign slogan is a short phrase that best identifies a candidate and their candidacy. It should capture a voter’s attention and address their concerns and issues. Campaign slogans should also be memorable and concise. The best slogans... Read More
What To Know Before You Accept Political Donations Online
With the decrease in expenses and technical barriers, it’s possible today for almost any political candidate to raise money online. However, it takes a bit of planning to properly set up your donation infrastructure. And if you wait to begin the... Read More