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Working for a politician can be an exciting, fast-paced experience. You’re in the middle of power plays, decision-making, and the occasional exaggerated promises. But if you walk into that space with a strong sense of entitlement, expecting grand rewards just for showing up, you’re setting yourself up for a heartbreak faster than a campaign promise gets broken.
Let’s be clear—there’s nothing wrong with expecting appreciation, especially if you put in the work. However, expectation and entitlement are two different things. Expecting fair compensation or recognition is reasonable; believing you automatically deserve wealth, appointments, or lifelong loyalty because you carried a few files or attended rallies? That’s where you might need a reality check.
Why is entitlement a waste of time?
Because politics is unpredictable. One day, you’re in favor; the next, you’re watching from the sidelines as a total stranger gets the juicy reward you thought had your name on it. If you build your future solely on political favors, you’re gambling with your destiny—and trust me, the house always wins.
Instead of feeling entitled, focus on building value—develop skills, expand your network, and make yourself indispensable. When you bring real value to the table, rewards will come, and not necessarily from the places you expect. But if you spend all your time waiting for a politician’s goodwill to determine your future, you may end up with nothing but unfulfilled hopes and a collection of old campaign T-shirts.
In short, work hard, be strategic, and never put all your eggs in the basket of political loyalty. It’s a high-stakes game—play smart!
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