Teaching Ex-Felons To Become Entrepreneurs

Posted by ShawnHessinger under Self-Development
From http://www.inc.com 5287 days ago
Made Hot by: amabaie on May 17, 2010 3:00 pm

This encouraging story talks about a small business owner who has not only created his own program of rehabilitation by hiring ex-cons as a way to give back to the community but also visits prisons to mentor on entrepreneurship. Todd Pemberton is founder and owner of Brooklyn-based pest control company Bugs Are Gone and you can read more about his story in the latest edition of Inc.com.

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Written by ShawnHessinger
5285 days ago

Thanks, everyone, for all of your comments. It's always great to hear from the BizSugar community.

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Written by Portfolio33
5285 days ago

G-RRRRRREEAAAATTT!

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Written by BradenM
5285 days ago

Very inspirational Shawn. Deserves space on the main page for all to read.

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Written by lovedthisarticle!
5286 days ago

Great story Shawn! I love these inspirational second chance at lifetype of stories!

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Written by yoni67
5287 days ago

Shawn, thanks for a very inspirational story! With recidivism rates among ex-convicts so high, it takes effort and a caring approach to keep them out in society. By instilling self-esteem and giving purpose, it can be achieved. This sounds like a great program and I am happy to see that its developer is receiving the recognition he deserves!

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