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Company Connection

by Danny | Jun 21, 2012 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved

Over the past few weeks I’ve had the opportunity to meet career professionals from across the United States as well as beyond our boundaries during the APSCU and NACE conferences held in Las Vegas. One common theme among participating career professionals had to do...

NUMBS the Word

by Danny | Jun 7, 2012 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved

Beyond the opinionated rhetoric and political manipulation catering to personal agendas to the point of complete detachment, I am finding it hard pressed for the current controlling party and leader to claim our career landscape to be petals and roses. More than that,...

Phone Interviews on the Rise

by Danny | May 29, 2012 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved

According to the most recent Career Thought Leaders Group, phone interviews are increasing in frequency and scrutiny. Accordingly, in addition to the initial phone screening, telephone interviews are being used more often to cut costs and save time during the hiring...

Actor Jen Jarackas’ Career Straight Talk

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...

Career Breakout: Shy? DON’T PANIC

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...

Career Breakout: Returning to the Job Market

by Danny | Apr 9, 2012 | 2nd Chance University: Empowering the Justice-Involved

“For the last 8 years I’ve been a stay-at-home mom. It’s been so long since I’ve been in the job market. How can I get a job? Help!” -Jill DeLano This week we received a question from Jill that is common in career management, chances are you (or someone you know) is...