I digress … thoughts on fish & the environment
Most countries have legalised the right of an person to committ suicide (e.g here). These laws do not allow you to drag down innocent passer-by’s in your actions or to encourage others to perform the act. Over 25 years, I’ve wtinessed many organisations and people committ political suicide. Often in public. It is never pretty. … Read more
What if you knew what was going to happen next on every piece of EU law – ordinary or secondary legislation? It would allow you to be prepared ahead of time with the right actions and persuasive case. Sure, it would take the drama out of your work. But reducing unnecessary stress is no bad … Read more
A short selection of my some of the books that I think are the best in their area. Campaigning Chris Rose and Saul Alinsky are bibles. Luntz and Lakoff help you think better and differently. Issenberg shows your power of technology for campaigns. Influence Cialdini’s work on influencing is a most read. You’ll … Read more
A lot of people – both NGOs and Industry – get surprised when officials and politicians don’t agree with them. The impression of many lobbyists is that when they, or their client, meet an official or politician, they will be so convincing, through a combination of their physical presence and persuasive oratory, that the official/politician … Read more