my first sponsor had a job interview with a prominent company in northern michigan- a job he was well qualified for and was 15 years sober.
the company narrowed down the choices to him and one other person. in a follow up interview, he was asked," what was the hardest thing you have ever done in your life?"
he replied," getting sober."
did they pass him up for the other person because of that reply? hard to say, but knowledge of a past drinking problem can throw red flags for an employer. most have dealt with relapses and the problems they create for a company.