There is nothing wrong with reminding oneself of the importance of staying calm, especially in light of upcoming ownership reports. Often, a soothing voice and an encouraging mantra can be the difference between feeling overwhelmed and accomplishing your regulatory goals. This is the sentiment echoed by Peloton’s instructor, Denis Mortin.
For many of us who are regulatory lawyers, this mantra can be translated into focusing concretely on the precursor tasks that will help us reach our larger goal of preparing for December 1, 2023. This is the date all broadcasters, including public broadcasters among others, will need to submit their ownership reports.
The aforementioned reports are a regulatory necessity required by law. They are used to track the ownership of media outlets and to assess how these outlets are serving their communities. The aim is to ensure transparency and integrity within the sector. However, these reports can prove to be colossal tasks, often requiring dedicated teams and extreme focus.
The upcoming deadline should be a clear focal point for us, akin to Mortin’s “spot” on the floor. We must ride towards it consistently, without allowing ourselves to feel disheartened by the larger picture. Adopting such a mindset can prove to be beneficial and reduce feelings of stress or anxiety.
For more detail on the impending ownership reports and the implications they may have, please continue reading here.