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Vadim

by Connor Johnson June 17, 2017

Vadim

Vadim was our first Would Works Artisan. Two years ago, he was laid off from a decade-long career in construction. During his process of searching for a new job, Vadim found himself without two essentials: clothing for job interviews  and transportation to those interviews.

"I loved working for Would Works. The work was great and so was the fellowship” -Vadim

Vadim approached Would Works with his needs and used them to set his goal: clothes for job interviews, and a bus pass. After working 15 hours, Vadim reached that goal. Would Works was happy to employ him and is happy to serve as a reference for him as he draws nearer to securing permanent employment.




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