#28 - How Sobriety Changed My Career with Chad Wilson
Career Therapy Podcast e.28 - How Getting Sober Shaped My Job Search, with Career Coach Chad Wilson
On this week's Career Therapy Podcast (#28), we talk with career coach and instructional designer Chad Wilson. During the episode, we chat about how the 12 Step Recovery Program, Sobriety, and Alcoholics Anonymous helped Chad change his perspective on finding jobs and build a fulfilling career.
During this Episode, We Discuss:
0:00 introducing Chad Wilson
2:40 you have to reassess different areas of your life
3:20 how the 12 Steps carry over into other areas of your life
4:05 “live life on life’s terms”
6:30 removing a substance from your life
9:40 “act yourself into better thinking”
10:55 when you go into recovery you have to change some things
15:20 your job is a big part of your identity
17:55 progress, not perfection
22:55 “what you think of me is none of my business”
27:30 practicing humility
28:00 “humility is about thinking of ourselves less”
32:25 it’s not about you, job seekers — it’s about the company
33:10 solidify who you are
34:45 don’t go into interviews with your head down
38:25 the empathy that you show other people — turn that on yourself
47:00 trickle down priorities
53:34 rambling interviews 2 minute timer
54:45 don’t quit before the miracle happens
55:15 resilience & persistence
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Now Over To You!
If you know anyone who has been hustling, or started a business, during the pandemic, and has an amazing story to share, let us know who they are! Alternately, if you, or someone you know has recently gone through a layoff, or has a layoff, or any other career transition-oriented story to share, reach out. Contact Martin through his personal LinkedIn page to get in touch. We're always on the lookout for amazing guests for the cast.
As always, thanks for listening!
