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The Sober Effect

Kate & Steph

  • Getting Sober When You Work in the Alcohol Industry

Getting Sober When You Work in the Alcohol Industry

Monday 14th August 2023

Join Kate and Steph as they chat with Rich about his path from working in the alcohol industry to creating an alcohol-free beer brand.
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The Sober Effect
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Rich's Journey: Sobriety and Entrepreneurship in the Alcohol Industry

Episode Overview

  • The episode delves into Rich's experiences in the alcohol industry and the internal conflicts he faced as a sober worker
  • Rich shares insights on his transition to creating an alcohol-free beer brand and the personal growth that stemmed from it
  • The conversation provides valuable perspectives on sobriety, entrepreneurship, and societal influences in the alcohol industry
It quickly became like a conflict of interest and I started to feel like a hypocrite in many ways, you know, on one hand I was actively distancing myself from the thing that I was meant to be promoting and selling and training people on and talking to people about so you know professionally and knowledgeably on one hand I was done picking my relationship with alcohol as a consumer but I was still in a relationship with alcohol on a work basis and it was a really really it was a battle at times I found it really really difficult mentally at times to sort of deal with that and cope with that and come to terms with the prospect of not being able to do the job that was my job for 20 plus years.
Ever wondered what it's like to work in the alcohol industry while striving for sobriety? In this episode of 'The Sober Effect', hosts Kate and Steph sit down with Rich, a former alcohol industry worker who has a compelling story to tell. Rich opens up about his transformative journey through sobriety, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs he faced while working in hospitality.
He doesn't just stop at sharing his struggles; Rich also dives into how he turned his experience into a positive force by creating an alcohol-free beer brand, Clean Break. His story is a testament to personal growth and resilience, showcasing how one can pivot from promoting alcohol to championing sobriety. Through their candid conversation, Kate and Steph bring out the nuanced dynamics of working in an environment steeped in alcohol while maintaining a sober lifestyle.
They touch on the internal conflicts, societal pressures, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drove Rich to innovate within the realm of alcohol alternatives. This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone curious about the intersection of sobriety and the alcohol industry, making it a must-listen for those on their own journey to a sober life.
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