I’ll be in Ottawa for the day today (May 2) for the CRTC’s hearings on the Telemarketing Do Not Call List proceeding. I am helping a charitable group try to ensure that things like school kids clubs don’t get captured under the new rules. While registered charities are exempted under the legislation, there are a few details that aren’t clear.
On the surface, most of us would love to stop those annoying calls for carpet and duct cleaning, driveway sealing or whatever. At the same time, we want to make sure that there are no impediments to good causes, like charities and their related organizations, having access to cost-effective methods for reaching out to the community.
It, like many issues, is a delicate balance.
Speaking of balance, I have spent the past few days gaining a better appreciation of more physical exertion. Between planting trees and moving kids in and out of their student homes, I have gained a better appreciation for my more sedentary life at the office.
There is a certain feeling of accomplishment that you gain by digging a hole, planting a tree and filling in the hole again. You start and finish in a short time period. Objectives can be defined, accomplished and easily measured. There is a sense of satisfaction and immediate gratification.
Kind of the same as usually found in the world of telecom policy and strategy development!