RE 66: Being a Recovering Alcoholic Should be an Assett instead of a Liability in the WorforceRE 66: Being a Recovering Alcoholic Should be an Assett instead of a Liability in the Worforce
Recovery Elevator
James with over 2.5 years of sobriety shares how we earned his family's trust back. Being sober has huge advantages at the workplace and this should be marketed as such. Don't isolate yourself and join the discussion in the Recovery Elevator Private...
46:17•23 May 2016
Turning Sobriety into a Workplace Strength: James' Story
“Simply having empathy with the victims at hand with the perpetrators, simply having conversations with these people who are in your back seat on the way to the police station would be invaluable and in the long run, would save taxpayers millions of dollars.”
Ever thought about how sobriety could be your secret weapon at work? In this episode of 'Recovery Elevator', James, who’s been sober for over two and a half years, shares his journey of rebuilding trust with his family and thriving professionally. He opens up about the unexpected advantages of being a recovering alcoholic in the workplace. Through his personal experiences, James highlights how honesty and empathy, traits honed through recovery, can be powerful assets on the job.
He also talks about the importance of finding a supportive community to avoid isolation. Hosts Paul Churchill and Kristopher Oyen join the conversation, diving into practical tips on marketing your recovery journey to potential employers and overcoming addiction triggers. They discuss how nutrition, exercise, and writing have played crucial roles in James' recovery. This episode is a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to turn their sobriety into a strength, both personally and professionally.
Tune in to hear how you can leverage your recovery journey to enhance your career and life.
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