I’d be honest with them – I’d tell them it is hard work which is not always appreciated BUT its an opportunity to make a difference to peoples lives and the local community and to participate in developing policies for the future. And it can be fun too!
My first thought was to tell them not to bother but…
I have found my time as a Councillor absolutely fascinating. No two days are ever the same. I’ve learned so much about other communities, met so many really motivated, considerate people and have made decisions that have changed lives. If you have an enquiring mind and are interested in people and your community, I can think of nothing better.
You have to be prepared to spend a huge amount of time. It’s the least you can do for the people who elected you. If you do very little but just bask in the ‘glory’ of being a councillor, people will suss you out and you won’t get re-elected- if you stand again, that is. But you get a lot of satisfaction if you get a job done for someone, even if it’s something simple like getting a street lamp working again outside an old lady’s house, so that she feels happier about going out in the dark.
It’s varied, exciting and rewarding. It takes courage, discipline and a skin like a rhinoceros. Bring your experience to the job!
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I’d be honest with them – I’d tell them it is hard work which is not always appreciated BUT its an opportunity to make a difference to peoples lives and the local community and to participate in developing policies for the future. And it can be fun too!
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My first thought was to tell them not to bother but…
I have found my time as a Councillor absolutely fascinating. No two days are ever the same. I’ve learned so much about other communities, met so many really motivated, considerate people and have made decisions that have changed lives. If you have an enquiring mind and are interested in people and your community, I can think of nothing better.
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You have to be prepared to spend a huge amount of time. It’s the least you can do for the people who elected you. If you do very little but just bask in the ‘glory’ of being a councillor, people will suss you out and you won’t get re-elected- if you stand again, that is. But you get a lot of satisfaction if you get a job done for someone, even if it’s something simple like getting a street lamp working again outside an old lady’s house, so that she feels happier about going out in the dark.
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