In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Jarrod Cairns, a successful Sales Director turned business consultant who shares his raw and honest journey through addiction, recovery, and rebuilding his life and career.
With a background in multiple industries and deep expertise in coaching, sales, CRM, and marketing, Jarrod looked like he had it all. But behind closed doors, he was struggling with alcohol and drug addiction.
We dive into:
The accident that shattered his self-worth and became a trigger
The lie of “I’m not hurting anyone” — and how secrecy feeds addiction
The addict voice in your head that convinces you you’re fine
Why daily use isn’t the only sign of addiction
The painful truth: once you start, you can’t stop
The wake-up moment that led him to rehab
Finding strength in the Anonymous rooms (AA, NA, CA)
Why connection and honesty are essential to healing
Building back family trust, self-worth, and a business with purpose
Jarrod’s story is one of courage, humility, and transformation and a reminder that addiction doesn’t care about your job title, your income, or your LinkedIn profile.
Today, he runs a consulting business built around a people-first approach helping leaders and teams work in a way that brings peace of mind, not burnout.
If you’ve ever questioned your habits, or love someone who’s struggling, this is an episode not to miss.
Vicky xx
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