Joey Kolirin | Powering Through the Darkness | Joey's Honest Talk About Addiction and Recovery

In this powerful episode, Jodie Fraser sits down with Joey Kolirin, Commercial Director at Full Power Utilities, to explore the intersection of business leadership and mental health. Joey shares his candid journey through depression, anxiety, and addiction—and how hitting rock bottom became the foundation for rebuilding a purposeful, people-focused career.Together, they discuss:Joey’s path to commercial leadership in the energy sectorThe role of vulnerability and self-awareness in businessHow mental health struggles shaped his leadership styleHis passion for public speaking and mental health advocacyPractical tools for recovery, resilience, and supporting othersThis is a must-listen for anyone navigating high-pressure careers while trying to maintain their well-being, or for leaders who want to create safer, more compassionate workplaces.💬 Connect with Joey KolirinWebsite: Joey Kolirin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeykolirin🙏 A special thank you to our sponsor: Future GroupThis episode of Beyond Four Walls is proudly sponsored by Future Group—leading the way in innovative solutions for the property industry. We’re grateful for their support in helping us bring important conversations around mental health, leadership, and lived experience to the forefront.Learn more about Future Group: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joeykolirinThank you so much for listening to Beyond Four Walls. If you’ve been inspired by today’s conversation and you’d like to share your own story, I’d love to hear from you. You can reach me directly at [email protected] if you’d like to be a guest on the podcast.I’d also like to say a special thank you to my podcast producer, Shirley Ludford, at Swindon 105.5 – Swindon’s award-winning community radio station. It’s run by an incredible team of volunteers who are passionate about giving a voice to the local community. You can find out more about the station at www.swindon1055.co.ukIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with someone who might find it helpful.Please follow me at:https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-four-walls-the-podcast-with-jodie-fraser/https://www.instagram.com/beyond_four_walls_the_podcast_?igsh=MWQ1MDU4dG5pdmFhbw%3D%3D&utm_source=qrhttps://www.instagram.com/the_jodie_fraser?igsh=aWZ5czFtdHBndXln&utm_source=qr...