Before you begin lobbying: ___You have chosen an issue that is compelling ___The issue is sympathetic to the audience ___The issue is winnable ___You have followed the issue closely ___If you have a larger group, you have created a public policy team to track relevant issues ___You have a strong base of support ___You know who the decision-makers are for your issue ___You are aware of the current status of any relevant legislation ___You know how to contact decision-makers and/or aides While you are lobbying: ___You stated your name and if appropriate your address and phone number ___You have stated the group or organization (if any) you represent ___Your reason for contact is clear ___You know the name, number, and current status of the bill if it is pending legislation ___You stated the specific action you want taken ___The reason for taking this action is clear ___The reason why the action you recommend will advance the decision-maker's interest is stated ___You have kept the type of contact short and to the point ___You were polite throughout the contact ___You have showed appreciation to the person(s) the contact is directed at ___You have thanked the person(s)
