The book tells about the principles and technologies of the work of professional lobbyists - those who change the rules of life, prepare new laws, and help to obtain government contracts. The author intelligibly explains the most difficult things, dispels myths and gets rid of false stereotypes. Uses specific examples to analyze vivid success stories and dramatic failures in the field of interaction with government bodies. The reader learns how the "power vertical" actually works and what influences decision-making. The book is addressed to managers, entrepreneurs, business owners, students of higher educational institutions and the general public.