I have often said that I stand on the shoulders of those who came before me. Many incredible people have mentored me. All have been […]

By Phil Valentine Can you imagine saying you are not culturally competent during a job interview? Probably wouldn’t go too well from that point forward.

Back in 1988 (or maybe it was 1987), Smokey “The Cab Driver” Orcutt handed me a beeper, also known as a pager.  Some of you

I am often asked, “When am I a recovery coach?” It’s a hard question to answer. I’ve noticed the role of the recovery coach shifts

Several years ago, still finding my way in a new leadership role, I realized the importance of work culture. I asked myself, “What type of

By Phil Valentine CCAR Recovery Coaches wield two questions that have the power to alter perspectives, to change opinions, and to permanently affect the landscape

By Phil Valentine (with input from the entire CCAR staff) As the Recovery Coach field gains momentum, it’s imperative that we recovery coaches conduct ourselves

By Jackie Daniels Recovery Established 12.15.2000 Note from Phil Valentine: I recently met Jackie Daniels in Indiana. She is a passionate recovery advocate with a

Recently, I attended an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, specifically a Step meeting, and we were on Step 3. After the step was read, a gentleman across

By Phil Valentine Many years ago, Carol Kardas, my executive coach asked me three powerful questions that permanently altered my leadership style. “What type of