Using the Pulsar Method Tab
The Pulsar Method is our proven framework for winning campaigns. The Pulsar Method tab shows how your campaign aligns with these best practices and where to focus improvement.
Your Pulsar Score with the three pillar breakdown
What you'll learn
• The three pillars of the Pulsar Method
• How to interpret your Pulsar Score
• Actionable recommendations for improvement
The Three Pillars
Every winning campaign masters these three areas:
1. Know Your Numbers
Data-driven campaigns win. This pillar measures:
• Win Number Clarity - Have you calculated your path to victory?
• Universe Definition - Are your target voters identified?
• Tracking Accuracy - Is your data up-to-date and reliable?
2. Build Your Coalition
Winning requires assembling a diverse coalition. This pillar measures:
• Supporter Identification - How many voters have you IDed?
• Coalition Breadth - Are you reaching all target demographics?
• Volunteer Network - Do you have people power?
3. Execute Consistently
Campaigns are marathons, not sprints. This pillar measures:
• Daily Activity - Are you making voter contact every day?
• Pace Consistency - Is your effort steady or erratic?
• Goal Progress - Are you hitting your milestones?
Detailed breakdown of each pillar with individual metrics
Your Pulsar Score
The Pulsar Score (0-100) measures overall campaign health:
Score
Status
Meaning
80-100
Excellent
Campaign is well-positioned to win
60-79
Good
On track with room for improvement
40-59
Needs Work
Significant gaps to address
0-39
At Risk
Campaign requires immediate attention
Score Breakdown
Click on your Pulsar Score to see how each pillar contributes. Focus improvement efforts on the lowest-scoring area.
Recommendations
The Pulsar Method tab provides AI-generated recommendations:
Priority Actions
The top 3 things you should do this week, ranked by impact:
• Each action has a clear outcome
• Estimated time to complete
• Impact on your Pulsar Score
Improvement Opportunities
Longer-term suggestions for campaign growth:
• Recruiting more volunteers
• Expanding your fundraising base
• Improving voter ID rates
Don't Game the Score
The Pulsar Score reflects real campaign health. Focus on genuine improvements rather than trying to inflate the number.
Weekly Review
Use the Pulsar Method tab for your weekly campaign review:
• Check your overall score - up or down from last week?
• Review each pillar's contribution
• Commit to 2-3 priority actions for the week
• Share progress with your team
AI-generated priority actions for your weekly review
Next Steps
• Understanding the Pulsar Method Philosophy
• Defining Your Win Strategy
• Viewing Your Full Campaign Briefing