Episode #98
Ep. 98: Candidate Time Is Precious. Stop Wasting It.
What’s the most valuable resource in a political campaign? Hint: It’s not money. It’s candidate time. This week on Beyond Resistance, Jennifer and Sarah dive into one of the biggest mistakes campaigns make: spending precious hours on activities that feel productive but don't actually move votes, build relationships, or raise meaningful amounts of money. From the infamous ritual of fundraising "call time" to the power of community-based organizing, they break down why authentic relationships consistently outperform cold calls and cookie-cutter campaign tactics. If you've ever wondered why some candidates seem to be everywhere at once while others disappear into spreadsheets and Zoom meetings, this episode is for you. Along the way, they talk about Michigan's high-profile U.S. Senate race, laugh about a debate that featured one candidate and one very empty podium, take a trip down organizing memory lane, and share lessons learned from years of grassroots campaigning in deep-red territory. You'll hear practical ideas for: Building relationships instead of transaction lists Raising money without living on the phone Creating meaningful voter conversations Making the most of limited campaign time Thinking long-term about building blue power Plus, Sarah shares a little campaign secret: despite raising hundreds of thousands of dollars during her campaigns, she never bought into the traditional call-time playbook. The results might surprise you. If you're organizing, running for office, volunteering, or just trying to turn your corner of the map a little bluer, this episode is packed with hard-won lessons and a few laughs along the way. Grab our Blueprint for Building Blue Power : https://beyondresistancepod.com/the-blueprint-1 ⭐ If you enjoy the show, subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star review . It helps more people discover the podcast and helps us continue building blue power in red communities.
