Oakland, Calif.-based nonprofit Root & Rebound has published the California Employers’ Fair Chance Hiring Toolkit. This 28-page toolkit is not just an exceptional resource for companies and organizations that are committed to – or considering – hiring those with criminal […]
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Why ex-offenders should consider entering an apprenticeship program
Apprenticeships not only tend to be ex-offender friendly offering second chance employment, but they are also an excellent way to learn a set of skills that are in high demand among employers. And if you’re seriously determined to find a […]
Cold calling your way to a job
While it’s certainly not the easiest thing to do, cold calling can be the most effective way to find a job. Forget sending out countless resumes through job boards. They mostly go into a black hole, never to be seen […]
New Career One Stop site provides help for ex-offender job seekers
Career One Stop – sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration – has created Job Search Help for Ex-offenders, an excellent resource for anyone with a record who is looking for work. The site is basically […]