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The main reason I posted here is for support. In my situation, support has always been the most important part of the process. The posts regarding my question proves that support is available if you ask for it. If anyone else has an issue like this and needs some support. I would be more...

Basically, before I turned in my application, I called the HR Manager and explained how I had an issue with alcohol and that it has caused me to get in trouble with the law. I also explained how I have taken ownership of the issue and what I have done in order to stay true to being sober...

For those who care. I spoke to the HR manager and explained my situation. After speaking with her, she thanked me for being open and honest. I was offered the job and I accepted. trader03

Nice, it was suppose to be a serious conversation. I guess comes back to the "types" on this discussion board.

Any other help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks everyone for you advice and also support. I will keep you posted once I find out.

Great article. I appreciate your help.

Nobody ever asked. I just want to make sure and deal with this in the best way possible. I think I need to just call the HR Manager and explain my situation. After doing so, I am sure they will have an opinion. What I am most afraid of is that I won't ever find employment. Being married and...

I have about 10 years in the online trading industry. I had a series 7 and 63 and worked on the technology side. Now, I have applied for a sales position to sell trading/backoffice technology. I have not recieved an offer yet. I had 3 interviews with various personel and they went well...

Great points. I have more than one. Because of that, I believe I have had this issue about getting job offers. Yes, I agree. Being upfront and taking ownership is the best way. Again, the good thing is that I have been sober for 3 years so things could be worse. Also, it is not a...

Thanks for the kind words. The position is a sales position that does require some traveling. The problem is that the main headquarters is in another state so I have not met the HR Manager. I have only interviewed with the manager of the office in my location. Yes, the good thing is that...

I did that the first time around and I think because they did check, which almost all companies do, there was no offer. I am sure because I lied. I spoke to a lawyer, but my state doesn't allow guilt to be expunged/sealed. Thanks for the help.

Thanks I appreciate the help.

Hello all - I have been following elitetrader for a while now and needed some advice from the professionals on this site. My issue is that I had a problem with drinking for about 10 years and along the way have gotten a couple of DWIs starting in 2002. The issue is that I have applied for...