Pierre Poilievre has a likability challenge. Here’s what Conservative insiders say he should do about it — and where he’s going wrong

OTTAWA—Glasses or no glasses?

Federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has hit the road for his first full summer as party boss, having shaken off the shackles of the House of Commons after a sitting that insiders say saw him finally settling into the job.

But top of mind for Conservatives is how Poilievre is faring as he prepares for the job he wants — being prime minister.