Archives: Testimonials

Samuel

Samuel never pictured himself working in customer service at a busy, new-concept grocery store. In fact, he had a hard time picturing himself applying for any job at all until […]

Michael

Early in my career I earned my bachelor’s degree in Conflict Studies and Peacemaking with a minor in Native American Studies, but never pursued a career with that degree. Instead, […]

Austin

Austin, father of three, suffered kidney failure in 2002, which completely changed his life. His first kidney transplant failed and he had a second in 2016. The birth of his […]

Khamla

Khamla was born in Laos and spent six years in a refugee camp before coming to the U.S at age 17. He finished at the top of his high school […]

Priscilla

Priscilla at 22 years old was homeless and a drug addict. She kicked the drug habit on her own, but without any education was only able to get entry-level jobs. […]

Marty

When four coworkers and I lost our jobs to restructuring, I wasn’t sure what I was going to do. I had been taking graduate classes to be a counselor who […]

Lukas

“Most students get jobs working at fast food chains or hard labor and learn to resent them. I was able to find an amazing job that fit my schedule, skills, […]

Sharon

“When I came here (CMJTS) my self-esteem was very small (making a tiny gesture with her thumb and index finger). Now I feel very strong. I feel like I can […]

Sharane

Sharane also shared her story. Sharane worked for many years in the Willmar area. She had a wonderful job, with great pay, and it was very fulfilling. She eventually made […]