New Thoughts on an Old Problem
Now a decade past The Great Recession, millions of people around the country are still dealing with its devasting aftermath, even as new economic challenges arise. For too long we've done little to create economic solutions for serious problems, especially those related to economic fall-out. Coming back from a terrible loss, whether it be a failed business, personal bankruptcy or even a prison sentence requires dedication and determination. But also requires opportunity. This content is designed to stir new solutions for both individuals and for society as a whole.
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Word pictures are a tool I use to correct my thinking, and I’ll be sharing many of these here with you in the weeks to come.
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Innocent until proven guilty,” but how many of us know where in the U.S. consistution it says it? Is the phrase a law or just something we say? Will from FSL La Tuna wanted to know exactly that: “Where in the United States legal system does it say ‘innocent until […]
I talk all the time about how information is power! Prepare to put you a step ahead in your job search.
How hard would you work to make the sale? Getting a job is THAT sale and your job is to prepare and execute to the best of your ability.
Getting a job after incarceration is one of the most difficult challenges a returning citizen faces. Difficult – but not impossible! So let’s overcome the obstacles using my 7 strategies for getting a job. Since nearly 30% of the population has some sort of justice impact, more and more employers are willing to hire people […]
Early release doesn’t increase crime; not preparing people for re-entry does. So does employers not hiring someone with a criminal history.