In a recent study by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, James D. Eubanks, research analyst, and David G. Wiczer, economist, set out to figure out why, in spite of the fact the recession ended five years ago, the […]
Category Archives: Research and Studies
Medical study proves relaxation techniques reduce stress
People deal with job search-related stress in various ways. Some of these ways are healthy, like exercise, getting sufficient sleep and eating a proper diet. Some are not so healthy, like an obsession with the Internet, overeating and turning to […]
CareerBuilder surveys employers on their hiring of ex-offenders
Most employers are open to hiring ex-offenders, at least according to a major study from CareerBuilder. In fact, 51 percent of those surveyed reported that their organizations have at one point hired someone with a criminal record. The online survey […]
MDRC/DOL study tests effectiveness of employment programs
RecycleForce of Indianapolis has not only found success in hiring ex-offenders, it managed to win a $5.5 million grant to participate in a large-scale federal research project. That research project, involving seven grantees across the nation, may assist U.S. government […]