With all the recent political career derailments, thought I would do a helpful post on suggestions for those planning on a career in public service above the local level. Including cabinet positions.
If you are planning any indiscretions, do them while you are young. Note, young means 21 and under. Under 18 is better. 25 is marginal. 30 something, or 40 something, may be young at heart, but not in the court of public opinion.
Live your life as if EVERYONE you come in contact with has a cellphone camera. This is almost true anyway. Especially if you hang out with anyone under 60.
If you patronize an adult bookstore, a “gentlemans club” or anything similar, pay cash.
If possible, never end a relationship on bad terms. Especially if your ex has pictures. And if it’s a relationship you would prefer not to be public, this goes double.
Pay taxes. For anything over a lemonade stand. And maybe even then.
Pay taxes for anyone you hire. And employees count as a relationship. Don’t be the kind of boss with ex-employees feeling they need to get back at you. Because, if you become a public figure, they will.
In public restrooms, don’t adopt a wide stance.
And remember, friends may fade, but Facebook is forever.
Additional suggestions welcome. Remember the career you save may be your own.
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