Ten immutable rules for Hill staffers

Politics can be a rough-and-tumble business, but there are ways to navigate a successful career without falling prey to ego and burnout, write two Hill veterans.
Work hard, stay humble, and learn everything you can are just some of the tips for political staffers offered by Yaraslav Baran and Marci Surkes.

Politics is a rush. It attracts bright, energetic people willing to throw themselves into the game with long hours and a roller-coaster ride fuelled by adrenaline and caffeine. It is also likely the most personally rewarding job you’ll ever have. You’re in the middle of ...

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