School’s back. Diaries are filling up. There’s that familiar New Year energy of fresh plans, big goals and renewed momentum. But this is also the moment many businesses zoom out and take a breath. Not to slow down. To get sharp on clarity. How is 2026 shaping up? Is it still what you thought it would look like? Are your teams set up to deliver it? Are foundations being built or are you just reacting to gaps? Because the reality is this: recruitment doesn’t start with a resig

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