Finding and Managing Campaign Consultants

45 minutes

Finding and Managing Campaign Consultants

Description

To run a successful campaign, you need a lot of help — not just from staff and volunteers, but also from external stakeholders. In particular, political consultants can be crucial contributors of support and expertise, but maximizing their effectiveness requires advance planning and active management. In this course, we'll equip you with the tools and information necessary to effectively identify and manage your campaign consultants.

Course Objectives

  • Recognize campaign needs best filled by consultants

  • Develop efficient systems of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding consultants

  • Exercise active and effective management to build positive work relationships with consultants

Related Resources

Campaign Staff Onboarding Plan Template

Campaign Staff Onboarding Plan Template

Worksheet

Candidate Recruitment and Support Calendar Example

Candidate Recruitment and Support Calendar Example

Handout

S.M.A.R.T.I.E. Goals Worksheet

S.M.A.R.T.I.E. Goals Worksheet

Worksheet

Management

Develop your management skills for leading volunteers and paid staff.

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