The political landscape is often dominated by established parties and traditional power structures. The question emerges: how can genuine influence be built in today’s rapidly evolving democracy? Norway prepares for its parliamentary elections this autumn. And I find myself reflecting on what true political impact really means in 2025. Beyond The Familiar Players The familiar […]
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When we discuss leadership development, we often focus on the obvious benefits – improved management techniques, better delegation, enhanced communication skills. But what if the most profound advantages lie deeper, in the realms of personal transformation and inner growth? The Inner Journey That Changes Everything Leadership development is far more profound than typically acknowledged. It’s
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Now that the election is over, how do you move forward when everyday politics resume? Whether you’re negotiating as part of a future governing coalition or in opposition, it’s all about influence. Factors such as the size of your party, the chemistry with your cooperation partners, and the distribution of positions between parties and internally
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Election season is here in Norway, and many of us are feeling the burnout. It often feels like we have to shout louder and louder to be heard. But is this really the best approach? I believe there’s a more effective way to connect with voters: by speaking to their hearts. The Noise of Politics
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Many politicians across party lines are eager to share their message through video. However, the most polished videos aren’t necessarily the best. If you stumble over your words a bit, it’s okay. Creating good videos takes practice, just like anything else. And you’ll need to get used to seeing and hearing yourself. It’s what you
How do you get your message across? It’s election season, and I get the impression that most local politicians think any publicity is good publicity. They’ll do anything for a photo-op with party leaders or participate in regional campaigns without considering whether it truly resonates with their intended audience or aligns with their message. They
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Have you ever thought that election campaigns are more about sales than politics? It’s all about selling yourself, your message, your party, and your policies to the people. Not everyone enjoys selling or is a natural salesperson. But we can all learn to be better at it. If you’re a candidate on a list and
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Election campaigns are back in full swing here in Norway. As a local or county politician, this is when you’re most visible to your constituents. You stand at campaign booths, go door-to-door, appear on brochures and flyers. In fact, you might even be a poster on a bus stop. If you’re not someone who loves
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Abid Raja is probably the closest we’ll get to a pop star of politics. As a local politician, I was lucky enough to join him on a visit to a high school in Lørenskog this week. The students were having a personal development week, and Abid was interviewed about his book “Min Skyld.” It’s easy
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