TACTICS & TIMING
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Originally adapted from the work of Marshall Ganz of Harvard University. Modified by the New Organizing Institute with the help of many dedicated partners. Presentation designed by Kristen
Strategy Tactics
Tactic GOAL Tactic
So, how do you create tactics that will help you reach your GOAL
DESIGN YOUR TACTICS to fit the following criteria...
1. Goal DESIGN YOUR TACTICS STRATEGIC
1. Goal DESIGN YOUR TACTICS 2. STRATEGIC STRENGTHENS YOUR ORGANIZATION
1. Goal DESIGN YOUR TACTICS 2. STRATEGIC STRENGTHENS YOUR ORGANIZATION DEVELOPS INDIVIDUALS
Strategic Strengthens the Organization Develops Individuals Sweet Spot
CASE STUDY: OPRAH RALLY
DID THE RALLY HIT THE SWEET SPOT? Strategic Strengthens the Organization Develops Individuals Sweet Spot
TEAM WORK Set goals Review your theory of change Select your tactic Make it sweet Set an action plan
1. Review your Theory of Change IF:THEN:
Petition One basic way to get your message heard is to have supporters sign a petition about a certain issue. Boycott A boycott is a very effective way of targeting companies or businesses that are prohibiting you from reaching your goal. Boycotts can take many forms, but involve avoiding purchasing goods or services from a business, and encouraging others to do the same. Road tour Using caravans or road tours to spread the word about your issue is relatively resource-intensive, but they can be very rewarding. Education Choose Tactic
3. Make your tactic sweet Strategic Strengthens OrganizationDevelops Individuals Sweet Spot
4. Set Goals GOAL
5. Create an Action Plan
TEAM WORK Tell your story to the group and get feedback Intros, Timekeeper, Norms Facilitator tells their story of self Silently develop your story