Unseen Barriers: The Struggles of Starting a Business After Prison with Drs. Robinson and Fernhaber

What challenges will I run into as an entrepreneur? How do I address or overcome these challenges? In this episode, VanKevia, Dr. Robinson, and Dr. Fernhaber discussed the unique barriers faced by individuals who are formerly incarcerated or have a criminal record when attempting to enter the world of business, highlighting challenges such as stigma and limited access to funding. Dr. Robinson and Dr. Fernhaber emphasize the the need to cultivate hope and reduce stigma, and the importance of policy in reducing stigma and improving reentry processes.Tune into this episode to learn about the journey to entrepreneurship and the importance of considering the broader context of people's lives.Take action to remove one barrier at a time. Want to dive deeper into this research? Check out the full article in the show notes. Entrepreneurship after prison: It’s complicated Entrepreneurship as a Bridge to Employment? Entrepreneurship as a Response to Labor MarketRespect the Hustle: Necessity Entrepreneurship, Returning Citizens, and Social Enterprise Strategies.Want to take the next step towards business ownership?GEO Reentry Connect Start a Business10 Tips for Starting a Business After PrisonConnect with More Life: The Reentry Podcast: Follow Us On Instagram: @morelifethereentrypodcast Want to send us topic ideas or reach out to us? Share Your IdeasAre you formerly incarcerated and want to share your entrepreneurial journey? Share Your Entrepreneurial JourneyWant to join our team? Become A Team Member Please listen, rate, and review. Thank you, More Life!Host: VanKe’via Garner, M. S.Produced by Trey Lokey https://uppbeat.io/track/hartzmann/good-feelingsLicense Code:WWUKNN1ALHEZYUNF