I made a couple of mistakes when I was younger but feel that I deserve another chance.?

Barb B

Thing is you'll have to create a work history that's good. Get some positive track record between you and the bad choices you made.
You'll want to stay away from applying for accounting positions, financial services positions and things to do with other people's money or belongings for now. Those places are more likely to do background checks. ... In all honesty more places do a drug test than a background check. Some will do a credit check as that's easy and cheap and companies consider a credit score to be a fair indicator of character. It's not necessarily - but we won't go into that here. ... Put in applications to places you are interested in. Don't ask first thing if they do any background checks. If anything simply ask what their hiring process consists of from initial interviews to actual hire for those who are qualified enough and fortunate enough to be hired. (yeah-a bit of glossing to the HR folks doesn't hurt). I take it you were either an adult or tried as an adult on the convictions. So just put in applications. If they tell you they're going to do a background check and you really want the job, swing for the fence and say that there are a couple of items on your record that you are not proud of and that you are working to put behind you. You'll either come across a company that doesn't do checks or someone who's willing to give you a chance in spite of knowing.
Don't get discouraged - you are on the right track. Good luck!

crustysob

To answer the last question first, I believe that people can earn the opportunity for a second chance.

I think it would be a huge mistake to try and hide from your past. Many companies reserve the right to fire you if you lie on an application...whether they elect to check it or not.

Saying that you decided to change your life is a good thing, but demonstrating that you have done it is the real measure. I have been an IT executive for years and honesty is still the best policy in my opinion.

I suggest you consider positions like PC technician or Help Desk Coordinator as a way to get your foot in the door. I would be honest and candid about your past and enthusiastic about the changes you have made to change your life. If you are serious about those changes, you'll find someone willing to give you the chance you need.

Good luck!

P.S. Given your background, I also encourage you to provide a solid list of personal references and encourage prespective employers to contact them.

muncie birder

Of course they are. In your case I think we might be talking about a 3rd chance. I had a friend once, still would be if I knew where he was. My boss gave him a 2nd chance and he did a fine job and stayed out of trouble until he was 50 years old, more or less. But then he got busted for growing weed. It ruined his life. He got fired from his job, spent a year in prison, and lost his drivers license. I do not know what happened to him. The whole situation broke my heart. People do stupid things sometimes. Some more stupid than others, but that is human nature. They are to be forgiven.

You are facing a very difficult situation. Unfortunately, the business community is not too willing to go out on a limb in general. You will have to make a great effort to find a decent job. When you do, don't screw up again.

luisamapacha

Apply for every job you want. Don't limit yourself or assume they won't hire you - that's the fastest way to failure. You have to ask!

Be honest on applications, and if someone asks, say "I did have some trouble years ago. But you can see by my resume that I learned from my mistakes, and I've grown and accomplished a lot since then."

You must first have confidence in yourself - give yourself a second chance! Tell yourself that any company would be LUCKY to get someone as hard-working and dedicated as you are.

Starlotte J

Hi , Im in the same boat as you are Im currently in school and I need to know what field can I get into so I can get a good paying job. Im sorry to hear that Arizona does not allow you to get your record expunged. I leave in TX and 5 years after I complete probation I can apply to get my record expunged. Good luck and god bless and stay on the right track .

Stephen P

It seems to me you had a second chance and you blew it by getting another felony. A mistake is something you learn from and never do again.

[kill me]

nope, you should have know that you would get in troble and it would be on your record forever

sortaclarksville

union electrician or plumber

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