by Danny | May 24, 2012 | Career, Reentry
What’s it take to be a butcher, a baker, or a candlestick maker? What are the real, day-to-day physical and mental demands? What are the emotional pitfalls and rewards you couldn’t anticipate without actually doing the job? How do you find out? Dr. Kathryn Broyles,...
by Danny | May 4, 2012 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved
Orlando City Beautiful is home to many actors, artists, and entertainers. Recently one of our readers requested information about breaking into the entertainment business. As a result, one of the most talented actors calling Orlando home was given the task of...
by Danny | Apr 25, 2012 | Career
Several weeks ago I had the pleasure of taking part in a mock interview workshop. Students from a local college had the opportunity to engage in a real-life setting as they prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation in June. Not to worry, what I have to say will...
by Danny | Apr 25, 2012 | Career
BAN the BOX: EEOC in Action During a recent showcase/job fair, I had the pleasure of meeting K-Duck who was released from prison nine years ago. He was convicted for possession of three ounces of marijuana. Needless to say, his one mistake as a teenager has been a...
by Danny | Apr 18, 2012 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved
We recently received a question from Keith who is having issues getting the word out. He is worried that his introverted nature is holding him back from a professional career. Granted, shielding yourself in the background can be detrimental to your progression, but...