By: Kevin Dean
So, you’ve landed a meeting with your elected official – a chance to champion your nonprofit’s cause and make a real difference. But let’s be honest, that first meeting can feel intimidating. Don’t worry, it’s perfectly normal to have a few butterflies! At my first Lobby Day in Washington, DC, I was terribly nervous! Not only did I accidentally get melted chocolate all over my suit (I’m still blaming Andrea!), I also had a near panic attack when a legislative aid asked me a question I couldn’t answer. He wasn’t even a Congressman, and I was sweating bullets. Imagine if it had been a Senator! |