About this episode
This episode discusses how candidates can effectively deliver a concise pitch about their campaign in casual settings.
Every candidate needs a short gas station pitch: the 60–90 second version of why you’re running. It’s the answer you give at a gas station, a coffee shop, or the church lobby when someone asks, “So why are you running?” The challenge is there’s not much time. Do you talk about issues? Yourself? Them? Do you ask a question? Here’s a simple formula that keeps your pitch friendly and conversational. The Gas Station Pitch Say your name and the office you’re running for.Name one problem you’re run...
People in this episode
Host: Commonwealth Partners
Topics covered
- campaign strategy
- elevator pitch
- political communication
- candidate messaging
- public speaking
Keywords
- gas station pitch
- candidate
- politics
- communication
- elevator pitch
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