How we think, why we do it our way and a little expertise on Texas.
Assuming the initiative or issue you’re pursuing in Texas is so admirable it’ll automatically receive a warm reception is shortsighted. You need others speaking on your behalf. No matter the project, your chances of success are small without the active support of third-parties. But that advocacy can’t come from just
The noisy discord in today’s digital townsquare means that no matter the apparent value of your project or proposal, it’s bound to be divisive to some degree. What might seem like the most logical, innocuous issues, sometimes even with obvious public benefits, still have strong potential to generate criticism. In
When it comes to elections, you can never take for granted what the public knows and how it will respond at the ballot box. Even on an issue that would seem to attract widespread support, educating the electorate is essential. Take the recent bill creating the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund.
You can’t assume you know how a Texas audience will respond to your position or agenda. The state is simply too vast, with disparate industries, complex politics, a strong-willed citizenry, and a deep and rich history. If you’re looking to do anything successfully in Texas, it all starts with research.
If you were a doctor, you wouldn’t prescribe medication before diagnosing the patient in need. If you were a lawyer, you wouldn’t call a witness without knowing how they’d testify, or even how to question them. Then why would you send a press release or submit a letter to the
Texans are big on straight talk. If your message is not straightforward and relevant, your initiative, project, or campaign won’t get the attention and traction required to succeed in the Lone Star State. Effective content requires taking a strategic and disciplined approach. Your message needs to be clearly researched, focused,
Companies wanting to do business in Texas often seek out a public relations firm to do their bidding. They issue a press release, host an event or run some ads. The results (if any) are rarely lasting. Companies that seek to make a deep and lasting impact in Texas while
Texas has a long history of opposition to casino gaming and sports betting, but there are indications opposition may be eroding. The reasons for the changes in attitude are numerous and complicated. But companies serious about making a play for casino gaming and sports betting in Texas must understand the
The Texas Legislature is a curious creature for a variety of reasons: It has a regularly scheduled session just once every two years. And when legislators do convene, it’s only for 140 days. And then there’s this: They aren’t allowed to pass a piece of legislation during the first 60
Whether you’re generating support for a new initiative or securing approval for a special project, ensuring your message reaches and resonates with the right audience is central to success in Texas. As the media continues to splinter and morph, it’s increasingly difficult to influence not just what people see and
Assuming the initiative or issue you’re pursuing in Texas is so admirable it’ll automatically receive a warm reception is shortsighted. You need others speaking on your behalf. No matter the project, your chances of success are small without the active support of third-parties. But that advocacy can’t come from just
The noisy discord in today’s digital townsquare means that no matter the apparent value of your project or proposal, it’s bound to be divisive to some degree. What might seem like the most logical, innocuous issues, sometimes even with obvious public benefits, still have strong potential to generate criticism. In
When it comes to elections, you can never take for granted what the public knows and how it will respond at the ballot box. Even on an issue that would seem to attract widespread support, educating the electorate is essential. Take the recent bill creating the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund.
You can’t assume you know how a Texas audience will respond to your position or agenda. The state is simply too vast, with disparate industries, complex politics, a strong-willed citizenry, and a deep and rich history. If you’re looking to do anything successfully in Texas, it all starts with research.
If you were a doctor, you wouldn’t prescribe medication before diagnosing the patient in need. If you were a lawyer, you wouldn’t call a witness without knowing how they’d testify, or even how to question them. Then why would you send a press release or submit a letter to the
Texans are big on straight talk. If your message is not straightforward and relevant, your initiative, project, or campaign won’t get the attention and traction required to succeed in the Lone Star State. Effective content requires taking a strategic and disciplined approach. Your message needs to be clearly researched, focused,
Companies wanting to do business in Texas often seek out a public relations firm to do their bidding. They issue a press release, host an event or run some ads. The results (if any) are rarely lasting. Companies that seek to make a deep and lasting impact in Texas while
Texas has a long history of opposition to casino gaming and sports betting, but there are indications opposition may be eroding. The reasons for the changes in attitude are numerous and complicated. But companies serious about making a play for casino gaming and sports betting in Texas must understand the
The Texas Legislature is a curious creature for a variety of reasons: It has a regularly scheduled session just once every two years. And when legislators do convene, it’s only for 140 days. And then there’s this: They aren’t allowed to pass a piece of legislation during the first 60
Whether you’re generating support for a new initiative or securing approval for a special project, ensuring your message reaches and resonates with the right audience is central to success in Texas. As the media continues to splinter and morph, it’s increasingly difficult to influence not just what people see and
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