Make 2026 the year your voice moves policy. Discover powerful but simple advocacy tips for family business leaders.
What if influencing policy wasn’t intimidating—just strategic? In “The Art of Influence: Getting Your Voice Heard on Capitol Hill,” published in Family Business Magazine, family business advocacy expert Pat Soldano breaks down how owners and leaders can effectively make their voices matter in Washington.
From real wins already secured for family firms to practical step-by-step tactics you can use this year, the article turns a daunting task into doable actions.
You’ll learn how to:
- Identify and understand your elected representatives before you reach out.
- Prepare for in-person visits with a sharp message that takes two minutes or less.
- se the “Three B’s Rule” — be brief, be bright, be gone! — to grab attention.
- raft persuasive emails and leave-behind fact sheets that reinforce your case.
Advocacy isn’t just for professional lobbyists — it’s one of the most effective ways your family business can protect its priorities and shape public policy.
Read the full article to unlock proven strategies that will make 2026 the year your voice gets heard. Click Here.
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