Having a visible tattoo – any visible tattoo even one that isn’t anti-social or gang related – can prevent you from getting a job. And if you’re hired, that tattoo can result in being offered a lower starting salary. Don’t […]
Grounds maintenance may be a good job choice for people who want to work outdoors and advance to a higher position
If you’ve participated in a garden program while in prison or enjoy working outdoors, you may want to consider the job of a grounds maintenance worker. And there may be quite a few of you amongst us. According to the […]
Effective communication skills can be key to job search success
Soft skills are important skills to have. And none is more important than communication skills In fact, according to ZipRecruiter’s Job Market Recruit Outlook for Grads report, good communication was the top soft skill wanted by employers who listed openings […]
U.S. government offers Federal apprenticeship programs
The Federal government is an often overlooked source of apprenticeship programs. But now that it has made a strong commitment to hiring workers who are formerly incarcerated, it might be worth looking into one of the Federal apprenticeship programs. And […]
Astanza Laser offers support to nonprofits that want to create free or low-cost tattoo removal programs
Do you run a nonprofit or are planning to launch one and thinking about offering tattoo removal as part of the services – or even the only service – you offer? If that’s the case, there are a number of […]
UC Irvine’s LIFTED program offers B.A. degrees to students who are incarcerated
With the launch of the University of California Irvine’s LIFTED – Leveraging Inspiring Futures Through Educational Degrees – program, California is further establishing itself as the nation’s leader in bringing public higher education to people in prison. And support among […]
Elevator constructor apprenticeship provides entrée into high-paying, but competitive, skilled trade career
If you’re looking for well-paid skilled trade work with paid training as a union apprentice you may want to consider becoming an elevator constructor. This job, however, is highly competitive. Demand for these workers will continue to increase thanks to […]
How second chance applicants can find a job working for the Federal government
In honor of Second Chance Month in April, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management issued a Guide to Federal Employment for Second Chance Applicants. And those interested in working for the Federal government should download the guide and read it […]
Tattoo artists can increase their business by offering tattoo removal services
Are you a tattoo artist who wants to expand the business of your tattoo studio? If so, you may want to consider adding laser tattoo removal procedures to your operation if you haven’t already done so. Or possibly you may […]
How to handle stress in your job search and your life
It’s difficult, if not impossible, to avoid stress these days. In this constantly changing, do-it-yourself world, there are so many demands on our time. And way too many things to do, especially if you’re looking for a job. As hard […]