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Handing in Your Notice Before Moving
Time your resignation carefully when moving abroad, tell your boss too early and you risk your job security before you actually leave.
The Role of the Mairie in France
Your local mairie handles vital paperwork and decisions in France, especially in rural areas, so it helps to know what they do.
Commuting to the UK from France
How to make commuting between France and the UK work for your business and taxes.
Getting Used to the French Two Hour Lunch Break
How to adapt to France's two-hour lunch break and plan your day around the midday shutdown.
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