Struggling to find employment? Still battling lingering feelings of guilt and despair? Overwhelmed by the sense of hopelessness? Don’t succumb to the negativity. One must dig deep to find the strength to move forward. Yes, the odds are stacked against you. Has this ever stopped you before? As a WCC you have always been competitive in all that you have... Read More
If ever you are doubtful, frustrated or feel unable to move forward read these inspirational quotes and push on!! Each of us is more than the worst thing we’ve ever done -Bryan Stevenson (Just Mercy) You make a life out of what you have, not what you’re missing -Kate Morton (The Forgotten Garden) All we have to decide is what to do with the... Read More
While elated to be out of your khaki livery and noshing on organic fare that tastes like Michelin-starred cuisine, even though it’s from the Whole Foods salad bar, you will soon encounter the most challenging phase of your journey, re-entry. Re-entry is the term used post-sabbatical when you “re-enter” society and attempt to reacclimate and secure employment. You may soon be... Read More
Rejection can be a daily occurrence post sabbatical. DO NOT let this deter you from your ultimate goal. Continue to apply for jobs and put yourself out there. Get up EVERY DAY motivated to improve your situation. If you let the negativity take hold you will fall into a Scarlet Depression. This doesn’t help your situation and will only frustrate you... Read More
The WCC Handbook is proud to have donated supplies to the following crimson charities in May and June: 5/8/2017 Five new dictionaries to Chicago Books to Women in Prison (@ChicagoBWP). Five paperback copies of The White Collar Club Handbook to @ChicagoBWP. Two paperback copies of The White Collar Club Handbook to Alderson Hospitality House in Alderson, West Virginia. This all volunteer organization... Read More
Ever imagine that you could start your own business? Thinking about putting your cooking skills to use and opening a bakery? Self employment is one of the few avenues open to returning felons, and something one should seriously consider. You don’t have to have prior experience running a business (although that helps), you just need to channel your unique skill sets... Read More
It’s so easy to be distracted by temptations….people, poisons, propositions, even pie!…..one needs to lay out a plan and follow it before, during and after sabbatical. If you want to be a Scarlet Success Story (SSS) then you need to sit down and map out your strengths and weaknesses. Be honest with yourself, no one is perfect. It’s okay to... Read More
How does one go from a WASP to a WCC? The transition isn’t really that hard. 1. Both are accustomed to bland food WASP: Thanks to Mum’s lack of cooking skills (in contrast to her shopping skills!) WCC: Courtesy of the “cooks” in CDR 2. Khakis are a wardrobe staple WASP: Do I really need to elaborate? From your first school uniform to your... Read More
The White Collar Club Handbook is pleased to have supported the following organizations with donations in July and August: 7/5/2017 Ten New English dictionaries and Ten New Spanish/English dictionaries sent to Chicago Books to Women in Prison (@ChicagoBWP). 7/5/2017 Ten New English Dictionaries sent to @CTPrisonBooks. 7/5/2017 Ten New English Dictionaries sent to Books to Prisoners Seattle (@B2PSeattle). 7/6/2017 Five New English Dictionaries... Read More
Ingrid Lederhaas-Okun is a former executive of a luxury jewelry company and a WCC. She has created The WCC Handbook after a brief sabbatical at Alderson FPC to provide a whimsical look at the Club Fed experience. An avid believer in second chances, she supports organizations providing educational support to bearers of The Scarlet F. Follow The WCC Handbook on Twitter (@thewcchandbook)... Read More