When Do I Disclose My Criminal Background?
Like many things in life, the answer is “It depends.”
As I say in many other blog entries, always tell the truth, but be strategic about it.
Depending on the situation, you may not ever need to disclose your criminal conviction history.
What Is The Purpose of a Cover Letter?
A cover letter accompanies your resume as part of a job application. It provides further detail on how your skill set aligns with the role, what you can bring to the team and why you want the position. Cover letters allow recruiters and hiring managers to develop a better understanding of your suitability for a position.
Organization Spotlight: Dave’s Killer Bread Foundation
In my research into second-chance employment, I run across the great work these folks do all the time. Dave’s Killer Bread purposely employs people with criminal convictions, and their foundation shows other companies the importance of employing this population. Besides the link to their website, I have also included the link to a great short video that tells their story. Enjoy!
Got a criminal record?
The #1 issue that my clients bring up is how to explain their past to a prospective employer (or landlord). This short video gives some great tips about how to address this when interviewing.