Transition Rumint: A cautionary note
One hazard readers will appreciate: there are a lot of people close to the transition, who are reading what we all are reading, and talking to each other. There are a lot of echoes, and circular reporting. Then one goes to the principals, and for the most part they can’t confirm what job they are ...
One hazard readers will appreciate: there are a lot of people close to the transition, who are reading what we all are reading, and talking to each other. There are a lot of echoes, and circular reporting. Then one goes to the principals, and for the most part they can’t confirm what job they are in discussions for. So one really has to feel one’s way in the dark. Tips and guidance appreciated.
One hazard readers will appreciate: there are a lot of people close to the transition, who are reading what we all are reading, and talking to each other. There are a lot of echoes, and circular reporting. Then one goes to the principals, and for the most part they can’t confirm what job they are in discussions for. So one really has to feel one’s way in the dark. Tips and guidance appreciated.
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