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How's it going, almost a week into 2025, Reader?

This time of year is often seen as a fresh start, a reset to life, business and success. It's like a rerun of Only Fools and Horses but just like Rodney, I'm not excited to indulge in pipe dreams.

Having declared this is a year of bravery for Corporate Administrative Solutions Limited (yeah, CAS Ltd really isn't named after me! 🤓).

Instead of focusing on how to obtain the ideal, how about putting to the forefront the best qualities you'd like to be known for this year?

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In the aftermath of another year in business, I share the Hummingbird. This remarkable tiny bird elegantly embodies the traits of CAS Ltd and inspires ethical business practices:

💫 Agility and Balance: Essential for navigating challenges and adapting to change.

💫 Purposeful Action: Like the bird's precision in seeking nectar, businesses flourish when their strategies are focused and deliberate.

💫 Sustainability: Hummingbirds never take more than they need, The Ethical Strategist will work with you only for as long as is necessary, a perfect metaphor for creating balance and ethical foundations.

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It's unnecessary to put off taking the time to ponder the ripple effect of your rules. They will extend beyond the remit of your company and impact the lives of others for better or worse.

This article centres around that thought as we revisit the return-to-office mandates companies are still blindly insisting upon enforcing.

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Let this be the year for clarity, connection and growth. Whether you're refining your policies, building trust with your team or aligning your practices with your goals.

Let's clear the noise, focus on the priorities and get your business to a soothing hum of productivity.

Here's to a year of prosperity, good fortune and curating a business to be proud of. Until next time, keep la dolce vita in mind and stay true to your HouseRules.

Cas