1. In 2020 … What medium or skill did you attempt or master? What new work did you create? How many major pieces did you complete and add to your inventory? What was your most productive period and why do you think so? How did your work evolve? 2. What were your gross sales? What’s […]
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How to Write a Press Release & Get it Picked Up | Contest Factory
Press releases are great tools for getting local media attention.
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Who is your ideal Client?
Fill out the form and I will send you your answers. With some suggestions for next steps.
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TRAINING VOLUNTEERS
The more people who have the skills to carry out a campaign and an understanding of the big picture within which you are working, the more likely you are to succeed. Running frequent trainings helps you to achieve this.
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RECRUITMENT & LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Recruitment is the most fundamental part of any campaign. It takes people to make things happen.
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ADVOCACY EVENT PLANNING
Have a goal and desired outcome.
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MEDIA & PUBLICITY
STRATEGIES AND ADVICE FOR HOW TO SECURE MEDIA AND PRESS COVERAGE. OVERVIEW Visibility is one of the most important elements of any successful campaign. Even with the best cause, coalition, and leadership, without a strong visibility plan, it will be difficult for a campaign to gain traction and influence enough people to be effective. TYPES […]
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CAMPAIGN PLANNING
This area provides an overview of elements of the campaign story, tips on planning, schedule information, and definitions of roles.
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ORGANIZING A MEETING
Tips on how to prepare for a meeting with a board member
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GOALS, TIPS, AND HOW-TO’S FOR EFFECTIVELY WORKING WITH PUBLIC OFFICIALS.
SAMPLE AGENDA Introductions Thank them for past support Update on what we’re doing Feedback from decision-maker on our work The context for our current campaign Request for support/commitment Learn about decision maker – ask about their current priorities Follow-up plan – invite them an event, etc Reinforce commitment Thank you DEFINING ADVOCACY Advocacy is defined […]
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Running Effective Meetings
Group meetings are a great way to make group decisions, develop plans, delegate responsibilities, facilitate group trainings, etc.
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Ideas for questions at community forums
Below are some ideas for questions to ask at your local candidate forum! If you attend a candidate forum in your community, take along this list of questions and ask one. Note that, depending on the format of the forum, you may be required to submit your question in writing in advance. SCHOOL BOARD FORUM (SCHOOL BOARD […]
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WHY STUDENTS NEED ARTS EDUCATION
YOUNG PEOPLE WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE ARTS ARE: 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement 3 times more likely to be elected to class office within their schools 4 times more likely to participate in a math and science fair 3 times more likely to win an award for school attendance Participate […]
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What can I do today to promote the arts in my community?
Looking for something you can do right now to impact arts and culture and arts education in your community? Start with our list of simple, proactive advocacy actions.
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ARTS ADVOCACY TOOLKIT
I found these resources very helpful to promote the need for the Arts in your community. I am reposting them on my website to promote the amazing work of ArtsforLA community and supporters. I have also found them helpful in applying the same principles, in the Toolkit to art shows and collaborative art projects. About […]
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27 Icebreaker Questions to Use When Meeting New People
Making conversation with strangers isn’t easy, whether you’re attending a networking event or kicking off a meeting with new people. While social interaction doesn’t come naturally to everyone, there are ways to make it easier. What are icebreaker questions? Icebreaker questions are thought-provoking questions you can use to encourage people to talk and get to […]
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