Completing an Employment Application: Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony? Workbook

Companion Workbook to Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony?A Practical Guide to Job Readiness, Confidence, and Second Chances

My name is Shannon Dailey, author of Dirt Road to Smooth Pavement - a true story of redemption and transformation after my double conviction for drug trafficking and a weapons charge. I share how I went from making poor choices as a teenage drug dealer with little work history to turning my life around, leaving the streets behind, and building a successful career and business.

I also wrote Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony?, a step-by-step guide to finding employment after incarceration and creating a new beginning.

This companion workbook was designed to help you apply the same tips, tools, and proven strategies from my books in a hands-on way. It’s a powerful resource for anyone ready to rebuild their life and career after a criminal record.

✅ Complete an employment application correctly - even with a past conviction
✅ Boost your confidence when writing about yourself or preparing for interviews
✅ Present your skills and experience effectively to increase your chances of getting hired
✅ Develop a reentry mindset that turns obstacles into opportunities

Whether you’re a returning citizen, a reentry coach, or someone seeking a fresh start after incarceration, this workbook is your roadmap to employment success and personal growth.

Other Books by Shannon Dailey:

• Dirt Road to Smooth Pavement - A story of redemption, resilience, and purpose

• Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony?

My name is Shannon Dailey, and I am an African-American male and a former convicted felon, born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio. I wrote Dirt Road to Smooth Pavement, which outlines my double conviction for drug trafficking and a weapons charge. I tell the story of how my life changed dramatically from making poor choices in my teen years as a drug dealer, with a limited work history, to leaving the street behind. I also wrote Have You Ever Been Convicted of a Felony?, which shares my experience as a former convicted felon to getting hired full-time with fortune 500 companies. I went from temp jobs to permanent positions to getting hired directly into management, a vice president of sales and marketing, to owning my own business to doing what I am ultimately passionate about-helping others like me succeed.