You can use the transition to create a list of resolutions that can be applied to your next job or even used as a template for a new career.

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He was approached by local environmental group, Transition Truro, about the allotment waiting list and what could be done to reduce it.

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You Need A Little Black Book of Potential Business: Before you begin a career transition, you need to have a list of people that you will call first.

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