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READ MOREA few weeks ago I explained what an elevator pitch is and how it can elevate your future.
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READ MOREIn our fast-paced information age, people want to get to the point, which an elevator pitch is great for.
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READ MOREMy friend John C. Maxwell, the best-selling author and leadership expert, says: “Your attitude will determine your altitude.” He says it in several of his lessons and books, so it must be important, right? But John Maxwell has never served time in prison. How do you have a good attitude when you’re looking at a […]
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READ MOREHave you ever felt like your life was out of control? Having a Life Plan and Personal Growth Plan helps put you back in control of your life. This could be the difference between you staying free or not. It definitely can be the difference between whether you maximize your life. I believe a lack […]
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READ MOREFor most of us getting out of jail or prison is not only life changing, it’s the achievement of a huge goal. You’ll be surprised how many people I’ve talked to that said their release from jail or prison was also a little disappointing. Sure, they were happy to be free. But the achievement didn’t […]
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READ MORECurtis M. from FCI Beaumont, and several others, wrote in and asked about where to find grants to start their own non-profits, and how to write and get grants. I’ve avoided talking about grants as my focus is business. It is possible to get grants for businesses, artists, and other for profit projects so I […]
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READ MOREHave you ever wanted to do something, but didn’t feel like it, so you didn’t do it? Have you ever put off something you should do but didn’t have the motivation to do it? Of course you have! We all have experienced that, and more. To be successful in reentry you will have to do […]
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READ MOREAn excerpt from the REENTRY SUCCESS SERIES) Getting past your past is a crucial step in moving forward with your life. Your past experiences, good or bad, have helped shape the person you are today. But, holding onto negative experiences or dwelling on past mistakes can be harmful to your mental health and prevent you […]
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READ MORE(Complaining doesn’t fix problems, STRETCHING does) Who likes back pain? I messed up my back the other day. I could barely move, and was really feeling my age. I got to the point where I couldn’t take it anymore. My poor wife had to endure my complaining until she gave the wise command for me […]
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READ MORESTEP 4: MAKE AND DO A WRITTEN DAILY AND WEEKLY TO-DO LIST The most successful people have daily and weekly schedules. Set a reasonable wake-up time, have breakfast and know what time you can start your job search. Here’s an example of a schedule that you can use: During the week let’s say you wake […]
