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Nancy Collamer

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Nancy Collamer, M.S., is a semi-retirement coach, speaker and author of Second-Act Careers: 50+ Ways to Profit From Your Passions During Semi-Retirement. You can now download her free workbook called 25 Ways to Help You Identify Your Ideal Second Act on her website at MyLifestyleCareer.com (and you'll also receive her free bi-monthly newsletter).

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Working While on the Spectrum

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Tips for having a dispassionate discussion about the radical lifestyle changes that accompany your decision to stop working
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6 Good Side Gigs for Retirees in 2023

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Jumpstart Your Search for a Part-Time Job in Retirement

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