This is a question of many especially of those who have a criminal record for one reason or another.
Many people actually fear being involved in a crime and obtaining a record out of it thinking that it would be impossible for them to get a job after.
But, researches have proven that there are still many employers out there who hire people with criminal records.
In that case, they are willing to give people a second chance of proving themselves and of making a good future and life for themselves and their families.
If you are in this type of situation and you need to get a job, here are some things you can keep in mind to increase the chances of you getting hired; a.
Never be too choosy in picking a job.
If an opportunity calls for you to be employed outside of the industry you wished to work for, go grab it and never delay.
Use this opportunity to gain a good experience and background for yourself.
In doing so, when you apply for the job you want in the future, you can use this job as a work experience and it will be easier for you to land the job you want since somehow you have already proven yourself.
Don't waste this opportunity.
Also use this opportunity to earn friends, colleagues and a great network which can prove your credibility and your work ethics when you apply for another job next time.
b.
Never lie about your criminal record.
Instead, be open and honest about it.
Bring it up even before your interviewer asks about it and never make up stories about it.
Tell the truth and do not look like you are so shy because of it.
Instead, be confident and give them an assurance that you are willing to prove yourself and that you have already learned from your previous mistakes.
Be sincere and honest when you talk.
c.
Present your best self.
Wear professional and clean looking clothes on your interview and be properly groomed.
This will help boost your self-confidence as well as your overall aura and presentation.
It is important that you work doubly hard in gaining your interviewer or employer's positive impression for higher chances of being hired for the job you are applying for.
d.
Start out as a volunteer.
If you really cannot find any job yet, go work as a volunteer in relevance to the job you want in the future.
This will help you gain experience and background.
Strive to get good feedback and impression from your coworkers and bosses so that they can recommend you for the job you want.
And who knows? You might just end up getting hired by the same company where you are going to start as a volunteer.
Just show enough dedication and commitment to your job and watch out what's going to happen next.
Remember that even though you have a criminal record, you can still land a job.
Things will be easier for you if you can have your record removed or expunged from public records however if you can't, you need to work harder and apply our recommended tips above to make sure that you will be able to land a job.
You should never be afraid to start out all over again.