Content

• Steps
• Part 1 of 4: Be Consistent and Relevant
• Part 2 of 4: Develop catchy slogans
• Part 3 of 4: Create Exciting Posters
• Part 4 of 4: Discover the Wow Factor for Speech
• Tips
• Warnings

If you understand that you are difficult to distinguish in the crowd, then you are running a sluggish election campaign. But being consistent and grasping, with merit, strengths, and the wow factor, you outshine your opponents. This guide will help you find great ways to stand out from other boring posters and silly speeches, and give your campaign a much-needed acceleration.

Steps

Part 1 of 4: Be Consistent and Relevant

1. 1 Be consistent with who you are throughout the campaign. It will not help you if you suddenly change the style of clothing or start acting differently; people (especially your peers) can smell fake and react negatively to your obvious and sudden attempts to become cool. On the contrary, you need to improve your existing self. And make sure you embody the honesty, eloquence, transparency, and values ​​of the board.
2. 2 Find out what people really want. Have a small informative poll (ask friends for help) to find out if people want a new vending machine near the gym, a different lunch menu in the cafeteria, an additional disco, etc. Voting won't do you good if you don't take advantage of it.

Part 2 of 4: Develop catchy slogans

1. 1 Come up with some catchy campaign slogans. If you write "Vote for Mario" on the poster and hang it over the drinking fountain, it will not bring any results. Come up with a clever slogan that sets you apart from other candidates. Browse the internet for some really funny slogans, insert your name to play on a famous slogan (Maybe Malcolm?), Or ask friends to help design something from a template. The main problems should be touched upon in the slogan, and on the poster, and in the leaflets (for example: "Diamonds are forever. The drinking fountain is not going anywhere either").

Part 3 of 4: Create Exciting Posters

1. 1 Create eye-catching posters with compelling graphics. There are many ways to create a poster, but Microsoft Office Publisher and digital editing software Adobe Photoshop (and its free Pixlr or GIMP alternatives) work wonders.
   • Vary the sizes of your posters. Large ones hang in the cafeteria, gym and other popular school locations. The smaller ones (letter-size paper) can be hung on the notice board. And also they can be simply given away.
2. 2 Come up with a clear, catchy headline. This is the most important part of the poster and must immediately catch the eye and be visible even from a distance (check the line of sight from different angles). If you've come up with a great slogan, it should be the headline.
   • Unless you have developed a witty series of clearly interrelated slogans, stick to only one. Repetition is the key to being memorable. And being memorable is the key to victory.
3. 3 Highlight your name. After the title, your name should be the most visible part. The slogan is primarily because your campaign reflects problems. If your competitor has the same first or last name, make sure in advance that your posters are completely different and / or contain nicknames.
4. 4 Add your photo. If people already associate your face with the slogan, then even a simple walk around the campus will be free advertising for you.However, if you decide to add a photo, it's best to stick it on top of a huge poster to avoid possible vandalism (not counting print costs).
5. 5 Keep your poster simple. At school, students already have to read a lot, so don't write essays for them. Your posters should be easy to read. And for this you need to underline / highlight keywords. Use bright, bold colors. And forget about the small print.
6. 6 Don't be guided by a specific gender or group. Unless you are confident that a particular group will be key to your success (for example, there are several worthy candidates with whom you are about equal, and focusing on one of the groups can give you an advantage), do not limit your aspirations. If you promote sports, then athletes will certainly support you, but the average student will not be on your side, let alone other clubs, such as music groups, vocal, poetry and chess clubs.
7. 7 Post posters all over the school. When you have settled on a few slogans that summarize your political activities, secure the poster with buttons and decorate important electoral slogans.
   • Hang up your poster as soon as possible. If you immediately give a head start to other candidates, it will clearly set you apart from their background. You will also have the opportunity to claim creative ideas and important campaign issues before anyone else.

Part 4 of 4: Discover the Wow Factor for Speech

1. 1 Every speech you make should be interesting. When you give a speech, focus on the important points that your partner will dilute with witty jokes. You can even hold a joint presentation, where you always speak to the point, and your partner inserts appropriate jokes. Speeches like this will grab people's attention and make your campaign memorable.
   • Read samples of other talks to get a general idea of ​​what should be in them. Humor is a great tactic, but don't forget about the main points of your campaign.
   • Pay attention to the words you use. Be persuasive, witty, set an agenda, don't be arrogant or brag. For example, instead of saying "I am a creative person," say "I admire creativity." It is important to complete sentences. People will remember what you say last. And don't forget to end your speech like this: "Thank you."
2. 2 Memorize your speech; it will add that confidence to your public speaking, thanks to which people will listen to you for a long time. Practice in front of friends, teachers, and family. You can even rehearse your speech in front of a mirror.
3. 3 Change your tone of voice to emphasize keywords. Just memorizing your speech does not mean that you can mumble it monotonously. In fact, you need to become so familiar with your speech that you present it confidently, with natural pauses and intonations, as if you are walking toe-to-toe with the audience.
4. 4 Be prepared to answer questions after your presentation. Try to anticipate what people will ask about.
   • In particular, you need to know the answers to such questions: why are you being elected, how are you different from other candidates, how are you going to fulfill all your promises. In your mind, you should already make up all the answers.

Tips

• Good preparation is always important. You may not like your opponents, but there is no point in running a negative campaign.
• Don't use offensive language.
• Confidence is a significant part of a successful campaign.
• Be open to suggestions from your classmates.
• Remember that if one person tells you that they are not going to vote for you, or tells you that you will not win, just answer him directly and make sure to put up posters and hand out flyers to your good friends; ask them to vote for you and trust you, regardless of the outcome.
• Address people - this way they will remember you for a long time.
• Try to attend separate classes to further your candidacy. Check with your teachers in advance.
• Check the literacy of your slogans on the poster and flyers. People may not like your illiteracy.
• Prepare for campaign day. If you have lost any papers or part of speech, this may result in conflicts related to voting.
• Organize an advocacy rally where people can get to know you better.

Warnings

• Don't be a puppet in the hands of your friends. Listen to their advice, but act wisely.
• Don't make unrealistic promises. For example, don't promise to cut back on homework or make Friday a day off.
• Don't attack the reputation of your opponents. Otherwise, voters will count.