By the end of this year (more or less) there are four documents that are going to tell you what the EU is going to be doing for the next 5 years (more or less).
You’ll find some links above.
I’m not suggesting you try and influence the content of those documents. Just that read them when they are published, and plan accordingly. If your pet issue is not mentioned, it is likely you’ll have a quiet 5 years ahead.
I know there are other things you can be watching out, e.g. answers during confirmation hearings, and a whole variety of tea leaf gazing. But, you’ll get a very good understanding of what is coming out the door, and how, for the next 5 years from those four documents.