In this deeply personal and thought-provoking episode, Chris sat down with Israh Khokhar, Employer Brander from Manchester to explore the complex intersection of addiction, recovery and Israh's professional life as an agency recruiter turned internal Employer Brander. Israh shares her powerful journey of resilience, shedding light on the often unspoken challenges of addiction in high-pressure industries alongside navigating complex family dynamics and the transformative power of recovery. We discuss: ✨ How addiction is often hidden behind success, material things and societal expectations.✨ The impact of workplace culture on mental health and addiction.✨ Why understanding addiction is key to creating inclusive, supportive workplaces.✨ How recovery can foster accountability, empathy, and unique strengths in the workplace.✨ Actionable advice for leaders and employers to support employees in recovery. This episode isn’t just a story of survival... it’s a call to action for businesses to embrace authenticity, foster inclusivity and recognise the immense value of individuals who’ve overcome addiction. Please tune in to be inspired, challenged, and encouraged to rethink how we approach taboo topics in professional spaces.