As we start into the season where candidates will be announcing their intentions for the 2010 elections, we wanted to take this opportunity to mention our list of questions that you should answer in our “So You want to be a Candidate” section. Before you decide to run, you should have clear and concise answers to each of these questions. These answers are just as important as your political structure, your fundraising plan, and your campaign strategy. Here are the questions you should be able to answer:
Why do you want to run?
You are going to be asked this over and over, so come up with a good answer. People want to know what kind of person you are and what you stand for. “Cuz I felt like it,” isn’t going to cut it.
How much time do you have to devote to the effort?
Consultants can help you manage your time and use it as efficiently as possible. However, we can’t help if you don’t have time to give. This is an issue that you must talk over with your family as well – campaigning will cut into your personal time. If it doesn’t, you’re doing it wrong. (more…)