When Business Boundaries Are Crossed

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Good morning Reader!

What would you do if you found out a former service provider was still using your data—without permission?

It happens more often than you’d think. A contract ends, but access isn’t revoked. Maybe it’s an old login, a shared document, or even physical keys. Some take that as an invitation to help themselves. But just because you can doesn’t mean you should.

The Ethical Blind Spot

Some call it ‘being resourceful.’ Others see it for what it is: crossing a line.

It’s easy to shift the blame—"Well, they should have revoked my access!"—but integrity isn’t about what others allow you to do; it’s about the choices you make.

Protect Your Business from Ethical Overreach

Clear policies and procedures prevent these grey areas from becoming stressful risks. When expectations are set from the start there’s no room for manipulation.

No space for blurred lines.

This is why the HouseRules method exists. You don’t have to second-guess what’s right.

The Ethical Insight is back for this one. Head over to the website to read in full, with practical steps that you can take now to ensure your business remains dignified in its service to others.

How to safeguard your business from these ethical pitfalls.

There's no true reward for taking advantage of those who are unaware.

Can you think of which policies and procedures you may want to have in place before catching up on the insight? Now might be as good a time as any to have that Clean Up. 🤓

Until next time

Cas

Corporate Administrative Solutions Limited (CAS Ltd) | Registered Address 85 Great Portland Street, London, England W1W 7LT
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