Event-Driven Campaigns: Are Spectacles Enough to Win Elections?

During the 2022 elections, a client invited me to join his campaign team. After discussing the terms, we decided to limit my involvement due to a fundamental difference in approach—he preferred reallocating funds from surveys to hiring showbiz personalities for high-profile events. He believed that voters are more drawn to entertainment and would respond better …

The Essential Tools for Effective Strategic Planning

Are you aware of how your organization is performing? Is it still aligned with the goals and vision set during its inception? In today’s dynamic and competitive business environment, strategic planning is essential for organizations aiming to achieve sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge. This article explores key categories of strategic planning tools designed …

Early Candidacy Declarations: Insights and Implications

Are you gearing up for an election and debating the perfect moment to declare your candidacy? Or are you too excited to wait until the official filing date? Timing your candidacy declaration is a strategic decision that can make or break your campaign. Declaring early offers a mix of advantages and potential drawbacks. Let’s dive …

Political Mapping: A Strategic Tool for Businesses and Civil Society

Are you an entrepreneur whose operations have become increasingly difficult due to an unfavorable local business environment? Are you an investor struggling to start because your target local market faces challenges with the ease and cost of doing business? Are you a civil society organization unable to engage with the local government unit despite favorable …