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 […]

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

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

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

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

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