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Tag Archives: resume

Individuals who were previously incarcerated are eligible for most federal jobs, and U.S. Dept. of Labor workshop explains how to apply

Posted on October 10, 2023October 11, 2023 by Jails to Jobs

The U.S. Dept. of Labor has a variety of federal jobs open, and it’s offering a workshop that will help inform you about the application projects. The positions range from labor investigator and international relations specialist to IT specialist and […]

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 […]

Motivation

Twelve tips on how to stay motivated during your job search

Posted on November 22, 2022April 1, 2025 by Jails to Jobs

Businesses of all sorts have gone on a hiring spree in recent months to make up for a labor shortage resulting from the effects of the Covid pandemic. According to the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, there are currently […]

stress

How to handle stress in your job search and your life

Posted on July 19, 2022July 19, 2022 by Jails to Jobs

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 […]

focus

Fifteen tips to help you learn how to focus during your job search

Posted on February 1, 2022January 17, 2022 by Jails to Jobs

In our speeded up world where distractions can come from every direction, it’s more important than ever to learn how to focus. And that’s especially true if you’re looking for a job. A job search requires intense focus and concentration, […]

resilience

Developing resilience can help ex-offenders deal with the challenges they face upon leaving prison

Posted on September 1, 2020September 14, 2020 by Jails to Jobs

Those in reentry need to develop a strong sense of resilience to help them deal with the challenges they will face in the weeks and months ahead. Sometimes referred to as the yo-yo effect, resilience is the ability to bounce […]

Dana Wilson

The importance of letters of recommendation in a job search and how to request them

Posted on June 23, 2020June 24, 2020 by Jails to Jobs

Letters of recommendation can be essential items to gather in preparation for a job search, but they’re especially important if you’re coming out of prison and looking for work. Along with a well-prepared resume or JIST card and your turnaround […]

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