Bet on Yourself: Building a Values-Aligned Business with Laurice Rutledge Lambert
After making partner in Big Law, Laurice Rutledge Lambert found herself asking, “Is this it?” Laurice joins me for a conversation about leaving behind external markers of success to build a life, and a law firm, Aligned Health Law, grounded in people-first values.
They explore the dark night of the soul that followed her decision to walk away, the spiritual practices that anchored her through fear, and the kind of leader she’s becoming now: one who protects her team, fires clients who cross the line and puts integrity above ego. Along the way, they talk about motherhood, coaching lacrosse, spiritual surrender, and the difference between chasing success and defining it for yourself.
Key Themes:
Leaving Big Law and reclaiming autonomy
Building a values-driven business from scratch
Coaching, motherhood, and leadership as spiritual practice
Moving from scarcity mindset to abundance
The quiet power of journaling, surrender, and getting still
Resources Mentioned:
Wishes Fulfilled by Wayne Dyer
Dying to Be Me by Anita Moorjani
Jessica Joines (spiritual executive coach)
Timestamps
0:00 - Laurice's "Is This It?" Moment After Making Partner
0:39 - Introduction to Practically On Purpose and Allie Canton
0:50 - Introducing Laurice Rutledge Lambert
1:19 - Laurice's Journey from Big Law to Aligned Health Law
3:10 - Redefining Leadership Beyond Traditional Big Law
4:09 - Laurice Describes Her Approach to Leadership and Mentorship
4:57 - Inspiring Others to "Bet on Themselves"
5:44 - The Contrast Between Aligned Health Law and Big Law Culture
6:44 - A Full Circle Moment: From Painful Exit to Supportive Connection
9:55 - The Genesis of Aligned Health Law: Identifying a Market Need
13:30 - Overcoming Fear and Taking the Leap into Entrepreneurship
14:48 - The "Dark Night of the Soul" in Entrepreneurship
16:10 - Transformational Practices: Limiting Beliefs and Reconnecting with a Higher Power
18:47 - Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance Mindset
20:00 - Recognizing and Navigating Fear Spirals
21:05 - Embracing Periods of Calm and Presence
22:38 - Stepping into a New Identity as a Leader and Inspirer
25:09 - Practicing Law with Principle: Humility and Gratitude in Action
25:59 - A Real-World Example of Valuing the Team Over Personal Gain
29:59 - Terminating Client Relationships Based on Values
33:57 - Finding Flow and Happiness Beyond Work: Coaching and Family
37:17 - Rapid Reflection: Books, Teachers, and Ideas That Changed Laurice's World
38:18 - What Laurice Used to Think Mattered But Doesn't Anymore
39:09 - Laurice's Guiding Mantra: "I Am Enough"
39:41 - Overcoming Workaholism and Embracing Exhale
40:48 - Advice for Those Questioning Their Path
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