Well said, "Tupac". And the first opportunity they'll get to prove themselves worthy is "honesty" in character. One thing my wishy washy mom did say when I was little which proved to be true is, ppl that lie will steal (and I'm not talking about little white lies). Youngsters have told me, "Well I've told lies but I don't steal". Well, one day when the opportunity presents itself, ppl that have no conscious when it comes to lying, WILL steal...even from their friends. Never judge a person's character by what they do in the presence of others, judge them by what they do when they think no one is watching. (Quote; The word felony turns employers off with out getting a chance to see what the actual crime was or get to know a persons true character). I agree w/ your post except for that above statement. Outside of an interviewer's (or individual's) personal issues, that has changed a long time ago. Anyone who allows personal feelings to interfere w/ professionalism, should not be allowed to hold any type of lead position, worst yet, be allowed to make decisions for any thriving company. Any position under leadership which has their priorities crossed up or leads by personal feelings, is a job unworthy for anyone whose trying to put their lives back together. Matter of fact, that type of working enviroment is 'unhealthy' for any employee. Most are unhappy w/ their jobs b/c of this type of leadership. That's how I feel about it. How an individual presents himself & appearance can change that whole (felony) perception in an interview. Next is honesty & qualifications. A social person is a healthy person & these days many have had dealings w/ ppl who have criminal backgrounds or substance abuse issues. That includes pills, alcohol (cocktails, whatever) & cocaine issues suburban, etc, America has behind their Wall Street office doors. I wouldn't want to work for anyone anti-social or mentally unhealthy, period. I could tell you so many stories of felons (even w/ murder n 2-11's on their rap sheet as youths) who got GOOD paying jobs "on their own" after training or college (and prayers of course), including myself & my past 14 pg rap sheet, but the success stories I can't tell you about r ones who go in w/ the wrong attitude, assuming they're not getting the job or unworthy & lying. Many think they're turned down b/c of their rap sheet when in actuality it's they're lack of qualifications. One thing I have noticed tho is the older a 'male' ex offender is the less likely ppl are willing to hire him. I guess, ppl always see hope in helping younger ppl get back on track but feel 35 & over is a waste of time.   ~~> Those that say it cannot be done should not stand in the way of those that are doing it <~~