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Real results from real workers. Names changed—stories 100% real.

Marcus, 34

Warehouse Worker • Milwaukee

The Challenge

7-year employment gap due to incarceration. Multiple short-term jobs before that.

What We Did

Led with recent temp work and certifications earned inside. Created scripts for addressing background.

The Result

Hired in 3 weeks. Promoted to shift lead 18 months later.

Tammy, 52

Admin/Manufacturing • Waukesha

The Challenge

5-year gap caring for sick parent. Kept getting told she was "overqualified."

What We Did

Reframed caregiving as project management. Targeted small businesses that value reliability.

The Result

Hired as office manager. They loved that she wasn't going to job-hop.

Jake, 28

Food Service → Trades • Racine

The Challenge

8 jobs in 4 years. Mix of food service and retail. No formal training.

What We Did

Highlighted transferable skills. Identified apprenticeship programs. Created cover letter emphasizing eagerness.

The Result

Accepted into electrical apprenticeship. Making more than ever before.

WHAT PARTNERS SAY

"The clients Troy sends us are prepared. They know their story, they have their documents ready, and they're realistic about what jobs they can get."

— Workforce Development Specialist, SE Wisconsin

"We've hired several people who came through Steel Man Resumes. They tend to stick around longer than average."

— HR Manager, Manufacturing Company

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