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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