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Mark and You

by Danny | Jan 25, 2019 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration

Fresh from prison release, Mark gives a unique perspective many will identify with. Mark Used to get around fine, hitting around the block and doing enough to get things done. Got into some trouble and needed cash in a hurry. The guy I was delivering to was not who he...

Robert and Accepting Defeat

by Danny | Jan 24, 2019 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Alternative to Incarceration, Incarceration, Recidivism

How would you respond? Continuing with our work and getting you a front seat on our reintegration programs, time to introduce Robert. As always, share and respond to the insight. Robert: Hey, I’m Robert. I work in construction, or at least I did until a few...

Julie Introduced

by Danny | Jan 23, 2019 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Incarceration, Second Chance

All are ONE with us Throughout our 18 books, three peers and two ex-convicts share their stories about their arrest, prison, release, and reintegration. Participants get to know each peer and convict, learning choice and consequence affect more than the singular...

Duck and Forced Choices

by Danny | Jan 21, 2019 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Incarceration, Recidivism, Reentry, Second Chance

As mentioned, we are showcasing those in the creation, construction, and completion of our programs designed for youth (14-17 years of age), adult alternatives to incarceration (18-24 years of age, low level offense), and adult pre/post release. Our material and...

CAREER PROGRESSION: Attitude and Character

by Danny | Jan 16, 2019 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Recidivism

During speaking engagements across the country, I’m often asked about tactics to secure career progression. Though responses differ from audience to audience, there remains a shared set to follow. FAQ #1: Just began an entry-level position, how can I keep the job and...

Balancing Consequence and Intent

by Danny | Jan 16, 2019 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved, Reentry

But I intended to… not my fault it did not work out as planned. Today is the day to do something great Looking at my own experience over the years, the gap between intent and consequence is beyond measure; but not beyond the every-moment pain. No doubt we all share...