187 Odyssey House Journals - Nelson Cannon187 Odyssey House Journals - Nelson Cannon
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THIS MAN IS A TRUE HERO FOR PEOPLE IN RECOVERY N…
29:22•28 Mar 2025
Nelson Cannon: Transforming Lives Through Employment
Episode Overview
- Hiring individuals in recovery can lead to dedicated and reliable employees.
- Life skills learned during recovery translate into strong work ethics.
- Building trust and respect in the workplace benefits both employees and employers.
- Creating a supportive community among employees fosters loyalty and cooperation.
- Employers are encouraged to give people in recovery a chance.
“Give it a chance. Show some respect. I think you’ll be rewarded many times over”
In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, Randall Carlisle and Nicole Slack welcome Nelson Cannon, a business owner who’s making a significant impact in the recovery community. Nelson owns two Batteries Plus stores in Salt Lake City and has hired seven people in recovery from Odyssey House. He shares his positive experiences and the value he finds in hiring individuals who have overcome addiction.
Nelson emphasises that these employees bring an unmatched level of dedication and responsibility, which he finds incredibly valuable for his business. He discusses how the life skills learned during recovery translate into strong work ethics and reliability in the workplace. Nelson’s approach is straightforward - he believes in giving people a chance, regardless of their past, and has seen remarkable results.
His employees are not just workers but a supportive community, often going above and beyond to help each other out. Nelson’s story is a testament to the power of trust and respect in the workplace. If you’re curious about how hiring practices can change lives and benefit businesses, this episode is a must-listen.
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