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Explaining a Criminal Record - Break the Cycle E1

Harley Blakeman (1:47min)
Description: Harley Blakeman shares recommendations for how to explain a criminal record during a job interview. He outlines his C.O.D.C. Storyline technique – circumstances, ownership, development, and change.

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Interviewing for a Job with a Criminal Record

GCFLearnFree.org (2:24min)
Description: "In this video, you’ll learn more about interviewing for a job when you have a criminal record. ... This video includes information on: what to say about your criminal record, how to bring it up during an interview, and the importance of preparing an elevator speech and using proper body language."

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ABC's of Reentry

Harley Blakeman (1:13min)
Description: Harley Blakeman shares recommendations for building a career with a criminal record.

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Applying for a job with a Criminal Record

Raquel Toussaint (6:06min)
Description: "In this video, I will be discussing some useful tips on applying for a job if you are someone with a conviction on your record. ... The most important takeaways from this video are: 1.) Get to know your state laws (Ban the Box). 2.) Do not give unnecessary information unless asked. 3.) Use reference letters and personal letters of recommendation to explain convictions."