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I am a lobbyist. I am very happy about it.
Due to lack of time, today's piece will be a little special. It has a more personal touch. I hope you appreciate it.
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Alexandre Météreau
Should you work with the ECR group? Here are 4 questions to help you decide.
Should you, and would you work with the ECR? And if not, can you afford it? Here are four questions that should help you define your engagement strategy…
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Alexandre Météreau
Euractiv sold to Belgian Mediahuis: what is happening with the EU media?
Euractiv is not the only European media who struggles in staying afloat. The media landscape in Brussels is reshaping quickly. What does it change to…
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Alexandre Météreau
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How to Stay Sane and Healthy on Business Trips
Safe and Heatlhy work trips are a science. If you are a frequent business traveler, these tips might save your stay.
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Alexandre Météreau
How I Read Reports and Take Effective Notes
Effective strategies for reading and summarizing papers, and improving on your reports.
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Alexandre Météreau
The Spitzenkandidaten Debate's Biggest Looser Was Not on Stage
Let's have a look at the Maastricht debate, and why European people don't have a say in the European elections.
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Alexandre Météreau
European Ombudsman: who is Emily O'Reilly, the ethics cop of European politics?
The hero we need, but not the hero we deserve. Who is the Irish European "Ombudsman"? And what is her job as the European watchdog?
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Alexandre Météreau
7 actionable tips for junior EU lobbyists and interns to kickstart your career in Brussels
Congratulations on your new job! Now, go make the most of it with these tips, from familiarize yourself to EU policymaking and influence, to finding…
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Alexandre Météreau
SOTEU & Treaty Change—what it means for EU public affairs
An eventful week for the European Union, as the President of the Commission addresses the EP and proposals are made for treaty change, intertwining the…
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Alexandre Météreau
Hungary's EU Presidency: Six Months for Nothing?
Hungary's presidency is a cause for concern in the Brussels bubble. But calendar constraints will probably keep its impact minimal.
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Alexandre Météreau
EU policymaking 101: The policy cycle, for complete beginers
Gather 'round folks, I'm about the explain to you how EU law is made. I promise, no fancy words, no complicated concepts. Come to listen about the…
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Alexandre Météreau
Why your Lobbying Don't Stick: The Importance of Communications in EU Public Affairs
Understanding the ins and out of the legislative process and when to intervene is not everything. You need to sell your ideas like a comms professional.
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Alexandre Météreau
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