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Tag Archives: American Job Center

good habits

Developing good habits can lay the foundation for success

Posted on December 3, 2024October 19, 2024 by Jails to Jobs

Looking for a job after release from prison can be stressful, and your everyday struggle to survive may become overwhelming. It is possible, however, to take control of your life. And the best way to do that is to establish […]

things to bring to an interview

Things you need to bring to an interview that will help you get hired

Posted on April 9, 2024October 25, 2024 by Jails to Jobs

Needless to say, those in reentry face unique challenges when searching for a job. But these challenges are not insurmountable. Once you’re called for an interview, you have your foot in the door. There are certain things you need to […]

job search goals

How to implement job search goals and find work that’s right for you

Posted on January 3, 2023January 5, 2023 by Jails to Jobs

Among your New Year’s resolutions, you might want to include setting job search goals. If you’re just starting  out and still deciding what you want to do with your life or need some inspiration, we recommend reading What Color is […]

research companies

How to research companies when looking for a job

Posted on August 4, 2020March 1, 2021 by Jails to Jobs

Looking for work is not just about finding a job. But its about finding a place that will be a good fit and where you’re likely to be happy. The best way to achieve this is to carefully research companies […]

Reentry handbook

Federal Bureau of Prisons reentry handbook provides excellent info for those leaving prison

Posted on February 18, 2020December 13, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

Leaving prison and confused about how to go about getting your new life on track? Yes, reentry can be an involved process, but the Federal Bureau of Prisons has an excellent resource to help you make it through. The agency’s […]

negotiate the salary

How to negotiate the salary or wage you think you deserve

Posted on December 13, 2018February 10, 2025 by Jails to Jobs

One of the most important steps in a job interview comes at the end when it’s time to negotiate your salary or hourly wage. The last thing you want to do is to accept a job and then discover later […]

Women's Bureau

U.S. Dept. of Labor’s Women’s Bureau offers web portal for women seeking higher paying work

Posted on November 15, 2018April 1, 2025 by Jails to Jobs

The Women’s Bureau of the U.S. Dept. of Labor has created a very useful website portal, Women Build, Protect & Move America, geared toward women who wish to find higher paying careers in construction, transportation and protective services. The site […]

top jobs that don't require a college degree

Consider some of these hot jobs that don’t require a college degree

Posted on September 13, 2018August 7, 2018 by Jails to Jobs

It is possible to find a good job that pays well and doesn’t require a college degree. CareerBuilder, the online employment website, has released a list of hot jobs that don’t require a college degree and: pay about $20 or more per […]

Step Ahead

Step Ahead offers job search help for ex-offenders, encourages them to discover their work options

Posted on August 2, 2018August 29, 2019 by Jails to Jobs

We’re always delighted to discover a new resource for previously incarcerated job seekers, and we’ve found another one. It’s called Step Ahead and is hosted by the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and funded by Goodwill/Easter Seals Minnesota. Although developed […]

Department of Rehabilitation

State departments of vocational rehabilitation provide job training, education, other services

Posted on July 19, 2018December 16, 2020 by Jails to Jobs

There is one excellent resource that far too few in reentry take advantage of. But many should. And that’s state departments of vocational rehabilitation. Their purpose: to help people who have disabilities find jobs. These disabilities can be physical, mental […]

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