John C. & Jon H.
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30 – Indecent Disclosure?
30 – Indecent Disclosure?
30 – Indecent Disclosure?
Tuesday 28th May 2019
John C. discusses the tough choice of disclosing his addiction history in job interviews on 'Character Defects'.
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Get the buttons here!Job Interviews and Sobriety: The Tough Choice of Disclosure
For me, being sober is...I hate to admit this? Sure, I mean it's all relative, but I didn't think I was going to get back to that and I had quickly got back to it and I said no to it, and then I was a downward spiral for me, career-wise, really well yeah, because I didn't get the harry's gig which I really wanted.
Facing a job interview is nerve-wracking enough, but what if you also have to decide whether to disclose your past addiction? In this episode of 'Character Defects', John C. opens up about his own struggles with this very dilemma. Should he be upfront about his recovery journey with potential employers, or keep it under wraps? John dives into the legal and ethical angles of disclosure, weighing the pros and cons with honesty and humor.
He doesn't shy away from discussing how his character flaws played a role in his addiction and how he's working on them in recovery. Whether you're grappling with similar questions or just curious about the challenges of sobriety in the workplace, this episode offers a candid look at a complex issue. Tune in for a mix of practical advice and personal reflection that might just make your own journey a bit clearer.