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How to Become a Lobbyist
There are several ways to become a lobbyist. Candidates must be gifted in the art of persuasion and have an amiable personality. There are several kinds of lobbyists from a variety of professional backgrounds.
Instructions
1
Decide on what type of lobbying you would like to pursue as early as possible. Lobbying jobs can differ greatly from each other. Most lobbyists work with legislators.
2
Achieve at least a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in political science, law, economics or a field related. Lobbyists have to be experts on issues they work on, so its important to start learning about political issues and policies as early as possible.
3
Seek out lobbying internships while in college. Internships in state legislatures or interning as a congressional aide provide valuable experience and boost your lobbying resume.
4
Try and meet as many lobbyists or otherwise related professionals during your internship. Often, who you know is just as helpful as your qualifications in getting your first job
5
Get involved with local issues. You can often accomplish some grassroots lobbying on the local level. Grassroots lobbyists focus on getting the community involved by making phone calls or writing letters to their legislators to sway policy.
6
Work experience and extensive knowledge are the most important factors when a candidate is being considered for a lobbying position.
Tips & Warnings
Law and Public Relations are excellent job choices while trying to gain more experience.
Your primary role as a lobbyist will be swaying legislation. Charm and charisma are required for the job. Lobbyists often host dinner or cocktail parties for politicians.
*As a lobbyist, you will always be working on lobbying for another organization’s interests. There will always be the possibility of working for a cause that you don’t believe in.
Lobbyists have shaky relationships with the public’s trust. You will most likely encounter people who will assume you are corrupt just because you are a lobbyist.
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