Download or read book Up the Political Ladder written by Wayne L. Francis and published by SAGE Publications, Incorporated. This book was released on 2000 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The motivations for pursuing a career in electoral politics in the United States are examined in this fascinating insight into the development of political careers, from local elections through to the Presidency.
Download or read book Well Up the Political Ladder written by Cox, Corolyn and published by . This book was released on 1943 with total page 4 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Climbing the Political Ladder One Rung at a Time written by Richard Richards and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Political Ladder written by Alexandra Acker-Lyons and published by Al Advising. This book was released on 2012-03-01 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anyone who has worked in politics knows how tough it can be - both getting the job and figuring out what comes next. It's a transient field with a lot of turnover. In an industry where it's not just what you know but who you know, being a newbie can be tough and intimidating. In The Political Ladder, Alexandra Acker-Lyons draws on her over a decade in politics to provide the essential tools for job seekers. Having run two national political organizations, her vast insight covers everything from how to expand your political network to creating the perfect resume to day-to-day life on a campaign. Whether you want to work on Capitol Hill or the state legislature, for advocacy groups, labor unions, or trade associations this step-by-step guide walks you through finding your first job, landing your dream job, and everything in between. Candid, inspiring, and chock full of advice from other seasoned political veterans, The Political Ladder is a must-read for college students, career switchers, and anyone looking to work in politics. "I wish I had The Political Ladder when I was just starting out. This is the advice I pass on and have put to use in my own career." -Mike Shields, Political Director, National Republican Campaign Committee "Politics is a professional contact sport. Knowing how to maneuver in this industry is half the battle and finding a job is an imperative first step. Alexandra Acker-Lyons teaches you the rules of the game." -Simone L. Ward, Democratic campaign veteran "From networking to writing your resume to landing a job, The Political Ladder is filled with the tips you need to break into politics." -Tom Manatos, founder of Tom Manatos Jobs and former aide to Leader Nancy Pelosi
Download or read book The Art of Office Politics written by Jack Ayden and published by . This book was released on 2010-06-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Office Politics: Climbing the Corporate Ladder teaches basic political skills that will advance one's ability to perform and chance to succeed in the workplace. The tactics described in The Art of Office Politics will propel your climb up the corporate ladder and get you on the fast track to the position, compensation, and perks you desire. It will enable you in your career and provide you greater empowerment and security for your life.Tactics such as political maneuvering, influencing career decision makers, and developing a corporate identity are interwoven into this narrative account of a high-powered CEO delivering the wisdom of experience and corporate know-how to a young up-and-coming executive in the making. Examples of dealing with confrontational people, handling multiple bosses, and leading in a crisis are just a few of the situations presented. Strategies based on language sculpting, solution discovery, respect, and empathy gain new clarity throughout the book; making it easy for the reader to quickly understand the application of these principles to actual office relationships.Office politics has always been and always will be a part of the corporate environment. Politics is the language of social interaction in a hierarchal structure of people. The Art of Office Politics will dispel some of the negative connotations around being political.When an individual succeeds more in his or her career versus his or her peer, it is almost certainly because he or she knows a little bit about the art of being political. Using corporate politics takes certain skills that can be learned, but the application of those skills in the right situations, at the right time, and with the right people is an art. Many practice some of these skills without knowing what or why they are doing it; they only know that what they are doing works. The Art of Office Politics will expand on how to talk with people within the organization: managers, subordinates, and peers. The book will teach intelligent behavior when it comes with how to prioritize actions and communication. Other skills involving emotional understanding through respect and empathy will be explored. The Art of Office Politics has the formula to empower you to accelerate your career.
Download or read book McPeak Has the Political Savvy written by Kathy O'Toole and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 2 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Kicking Away the Ladder written by Ha-Joon Chang and published by Anthem Press. This book was released on 2002-07-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How did the rich countries really become rich? In this provocative study, Ha-Joon Chang examines the great pressure on developing countries from the developed world to adopt certain 'good policies' and 'good institutions', seen today as necessary for economic development. His conclusions are compelling and disturbing: that developed countries are attempting to 'kick away the ladder' with which they have climbed to the top, thereby preventing developing countries from adopting policies and institutions that they themselves have used.
Download or read book The Judge Talks Politics written by Francis J. Donovan and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2008-09 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Francis J. Donovan grew up as a poor Irish American but managed to climb his way up the social ladder, becoming a lawyer and district court judge in Nassau County, New York. As someone who pulled himself up by his own bootstraps, however, he's never been told how the political game is played. So, when Donovan defies the Republican Party boss of Long Island, Joseph Margiotta, he finds himself fighting just to hold onto his job. In order to beat the boss, Donovan must call on all his judicial know-how and personal wherewithal. Against all odds, he wins one battle after another as he learns how to work within the system to fulfill his personal goals. Now, after decades of public service, Donovan tells all, and he provides: A snapshot of Nassau County history during a most important time. Details on how politics really work. Tips on how to analyze issues. Advice on how to seek political office. And much more! Travel with Donovan as he climbs up the political ladder, and find out what the politicians don't disclose in The Judge Talks Politics.
Download or read book Falling Up written by Raymond Strother and published by LSU Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The political consultant describes his life and career, first in Louisiana politics and then advising such presidential candidates as Gary Hart and Bill Clinton.
Download or read book Sense of Entitlement written by Walter Galvin and published by . This book was released on 2022-11-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The wife of the country's most powerful political couple ruthlessly directs the actions needed behind the scenes to help her husband avoid scandals that can ruin his political career. Her heinous acts and his magnetic personality allow him to rapidly rise up the political ladder, eventually leading to him becoming president. After he completes two terms, all she asks in return is that all their future efforts focus on her political aspirations. Her goal is to become the country's first woman president--an office to which she feels entitled. Will she succeed, or will all the treacherous acts of murder and mayhem she directed on behalf of her husband finally catch up to her? Read Sense of Entitlement to discover if she's able to successfully attain her desired goal.
Download or read book It s All Politics written by Kathleen Kelley Reardon, Ph.D. and published by Crown Currency. This book was released on 2011-05-25 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From It’s All Politics Like business in general, politics is not a spectator sport. You cannot afford to be apolitical at work if you have any aspirations for advancement. The only way to avoid politics is to avoid people—by finding an out-of-the-way corner where you can do your job. Of course, it’s the same job you’ll likely be doing for the rest of your career. In any job, when you reach a certain level of technical competence, politics is what makes all the difference with regard to success. At that point, it is indeed all politics. Everyday brilliant people take a backseat to their politically adept colleagues by failing to win crucial support for their ideas. Sometimes politics involves going around or bending rules, but more typically it’s about positioning your ideas in a favorable light, and knowing what to say, and how and when to say it.… Keep in mind that people benefit from perpetuating the image of politics as something you either know or you don’t. Ignore them. Political acumen is largely learned from observation. And then it’s a matter of practice, practice, practice. When a journalist suggested that golfing great Gary Player was very lucky, he replied: “It’s funny, but the more I practice, the luckier I get.” The same is true of politics. An indispensable guide to mastering the ins and outs of office politics—the single most important factor in getting ahead in your career As management professor and consultant Kathleen Reardon explains in her new book, It's All Politics, talent and hard work alone will not get you to the top. What separates the winners from the losers in corporate life is politics. As Reardon explains, the most talented and accomplished employees often take a backseat to their politically adept coworkers, losing ground in the race to get ahead—sometimes even losing their jobs. Why? Because they’ve failed to manage the important relationships with the people who can best reward their creativity and intelligence. To determine whether you need a crash course in Office Politics 101, ask yourself the following questions: Do I get credit for my ideas? Do I know how to deal with a difficult colleague? Do I get the plum assignments? Do I have a mentor? Do I say no gracefully and pick my battles wisely? Am I in the loop? Reardon has interviewed hundreds of employees, from successful veterans to aspiring hopefuls, examining why some people who work hard and effectively at their jobs fall behind, while those who are adept at “reading the office tea leaves” forge ahead. Being politically savvy doesn’t mean being unethical or devious. At heart, it’s about listening to and relating to others, and making choices that advance everyone’s goals. Like it or not, when it comes to work, it’s all politics. And politics is all about knowing what to say, when to say it, and who to say it to.
Download or read book Winner Take All Politics written by Jacob S. Hacker and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2010 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Analyzes the growing divide between the incomes of the wealthy class and those of middle-income Americans, exonerating popular suspects to argue that the nation's political system promotes greed and under-representation.
Download or read book Getting a Job in Politics and Keeping it written by Ben Wetmore and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2010-07-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Getting a Job in Politics, and Keeping it provides a blueprint for landing entry-level positions and climbing the ladder in political jobs. Explaining the basic steps to land jobs with campaigns, political organizations, nonprofits, government, the media, and other groups, Getting a Job in Politics lays out a clear plan for anyone to enter and succeed in the exciting world of politics. Ben Wetmore uses his unique and varied experiences working in politics at all levels, in several states and for different political organizations, to offer advice and concrete examples of both successes and failures. Getting a Job in Politics is essential reading for beginners seeking to join the political industry. Praise for Getting a Job in Politics: "If you are looking for work whether in the political arena or the private sector the insights Ben brings forth will help you survive and grow in your job. This is a great book and great information. Ben's insights are praiseworthy and realistic. It's a real handbook in any political junky's bookcase." ~Congressman Steve Stockman, (R-TX) "As someone who has worked with and around Ben for many years, I can say that his advice and wisdom within this book well prepares any politically-minded person to make themselves valuable and noticed by organizations and campaigns. If you want to succeed in politics, you need to bring something to the table, and avoid the minefields. This book teaches you how to do both, I recommend it to anyone looking to get involved." ~James O'Keefe, Journalist "This book puts into perspective a lot of my own frustrations while transitioning from a small business owner to a political activist, and the real challenges with recruiting, training, organizing, and working with grassroots organizations. It's not just that it has solid political tactics and strategies, but also provides a path to get started and maximize effectiveness. I highly recommend this book to anyone in politics, and especially those just entering the political arena." ~Brad Wyatt, Director of the Campaign for Liberty, Massachusetts
Download or read book Chaos in the Capital written by philip garre and published by . This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After a dismal record as a salesman selling spa supplies, Jerry McCarthy joins the local Republican Party. Finding a home where he can express his right-wing ideas, Jerry aspires to a career in politics. Nominated to run as a "sacrificial lamb", for a seat in the State Assembly, in a heavily Democratic district, Jerry pulls off a miracle win. As an Assemblyman he forms lasting bonds with big business and the NRA, pitting him against Native Americans, conservationists, and social progressives. Looked upon as a fighter and fast rising star, Jerry models himself after Donald Trump and by lambasting his opponents with ridicule and exaggerated claims of his achievements, he claws his way up the political ladder in his home state.
Download or read book The Last Jeffersonian written by Ryan S. Walters and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012-02-28 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: America is in danger of losing the constitutional republic created by the Founding Fathers. Since the beginning of the progressive era, the federal government has steadily encroached on the rights of the states and the people. Yet today, we are inundated with politicians of both parties who seek new ideas and innovative ways to make government work, rather than solutions for preserving our political heritage. To restore our republic, we need to look to the past, to the political fathers of old who made the nation the best and brightest on earth. Grover Cleveland was the last of those fathers. As a mayor, governor, and president, Cleveland dealt with many of the same troubles we face today—the public character and behavior of our candidates, the role of government in the everyday lives of the people, the burden of taxation, the distribution of wealth, government involvement in an economic depression, monetary policy, and complex foreign affairs. By studying Cleveland’s policies and ideals, we can relearn those forgotten lessons of ancient times and restore the American republic.
Download or read book Pearls Politics and Power written by Madeleine Kunin and published by Chelsea Green Publishing. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pearls, Politics, and Power is a call to action for new political engagement and leadership from the women of America. Informed by conversations with elected women leaders from all levels, former three-term Vermont Governor and Ambassador to Switzerland Madeleine M. Kunin asks: What difference do women make? What is the worst part of politics, and what is the best part? What inspired these women to run, and how did they prepare themselves for public life? How did they raise money, protect their families' privacy, deal with criticism and attack ads, and work with the good old boys? Kunin's core message is that America needs an infusion of new leadership to better address the major problems of our time. To see how women can achieve that goal, she combines her personal experience in politics; the lessons of past women's movements; the stories of young women today who have new ideas about their role in society; and interviews with a wide range of women in positions of power, looking for clues to their leadership, as well as the effects of gender stereotyping. She interviews Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton, analyzes her campaign, and addresses the question: "Is the country ready?" Other interviewees include U.S. Representatives Loretta Sanchez, Linda Sanchez, Deborah Pryce, and Tammy Baldwin, and U.S. Senators Susan Collins, Amy Klobuchar, and Carol Moseley Braun, and Governors Kathleen Sibelius and Janet Napolitano. The next generation of women will be inspired to lead by seeing women like Nancy Pelosi wielding the gavel, and seeing themselves reflected in the portraits in statehouses, courthouses, corporate and university boardrooms, and the White House. Pearls, Politics, and Power will help ensure that this inspiration is not soured or deflected, but channeled into successful candidacies by America's leaders of tomorrow. What will it take for women to assume their rightful places in the political corridors of power?
Download or read book Political Season written by Lance E. Ryskamp and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2004-09-28 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Like we say in Louisiana, it is time to start ripping some bark off the tree. And poor Max Parker isn't going to know what hit him." With these words from Sammy Black, a ruthless political consultant, a war for power begins. An assassination attempt, a scandalous affair and the politics of personal destruction take center stage in a bitter Presidential campaign. This fight revolves around three men; one, the incumbent President; another, his political ally and heir apparent; and the third, the President's disloyal Vice President and political enemy. In a world where the only rule is that there are no rules, these three men and their allies wage a desperate fight for power, with their party's nomination, and the Presidency itself, as their ultimate prize. This fight exposes the blood sport that is American politics, where strength means survival and where weakness and scandal drip like blood in shark-infested water. From the splendid majesty of the Oval Office to the passionate frenzy of a political convention hall, this road to victory is littered with secret deals, scandal and betrayal, climaxing in one long, heart-pounding summer night in Indianapolis where only the politically fit can survive.
