I believe that being a successful leader starts with ethics - not ego.
"Being a successful leader starts with ethics, not ego." ~ Danielle Laughlin
You Didn't Build Your Business to Play Defense.
You never signed up for reactionary thinking, but entrepreneurship will force you into it if you aren't careful. Most leaders I know say that they build their business for financial independence for those they love most.
If you feel that you have outgrown the old school mantras of "bigger, faster, cheaper" and are ready to break free from the hamster wheel, you're in the right place.
Do you find it hard to cut through the noise these days? I know I do.
It's tough to make smart decisions with so much uncertainty:
live for money or live for purpose... which one is it?
It feels hard to navigate because this way of thinking is a false dichotomy.
The truth is that you can help others while making money. You can choose to build with purpose and also achieve profit.
You can build a legacy.
And I can show you how.
Check The More Than Legal Podcast
This is where I talk about all things business, leadership, and strategy. I love to challenge the status quo and tackle the ego. We get to the point without wasting air on get-rich-quick gimmicks. We go deep, get real, and we come out stronger on the other side. It’s kind of like a group therapy sesh.
I love to challenge the status quo and push leaders to think beyond the apparent.
Here's where I nerd out:
Leveraging Legal for Growth
How legal strategy fuels business success (not just protects it).
Why proactive legal planning saves millions down the road.
Helping leaders avoid the legal blind spots that prevent legacy building.
Entrepreneurship & Wealth Building
The legal foundations of a valuable, investable business.
How to build generational wealth and protect it.
What high net worth entrepreneurs know that struggling ones don’t.
Bold, Purpose-Driven Leadership
Why leadership is about ethics, not ego.
Using the L.E.G.A.L. Process to help leaders navigate high stakes decisions.
How to pivot under pressure without losing sleep.
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Overcoming fear in an uncertain world.
What my dad’s business loss taught me about protecting wealth.
How to build a business that outlasts you.
Signature Speaking Series
Safeguarding Success: Leading with Ethics, Not Ego
Live or Virtual Corporate Training
This training is a deep dive into ethics as the foundation of business success. I teach your team about hidden cognitive biases that hold them back and provide a proven framework to help them make bold decisions no matter the risks.
Scale with Confidence Using the L.E.G.A.L. Framework
Keynote Speech
This talk engages the audience to consider the impact leading with ego has on their success. I help leaders avoid costly mistakes that result from decision fatigue and lack of a defined ethos within their organization. Listeners leave with a clear path forward to lead their teams with confidence and renewed purpose.
Your Guide to Generational Wealth
Downloadable Roadmap
This powerful education-based roadmap shows business ownership how to build long-term wealth. It covers wealth-building strategies, asset protection, and legal structures that sustain growth.
The Intersection of Law, Leadership, & Business Growth
Podcast Guest Topic
I love to engage in high-energy conversations on how law influences leadership and proven strategies I've seen shape massive business success. From courtroom drama to boardroom dogma, I can talk endlessly about what doesn't work when the stakes are high, and what does.
The Intersection of Law, Leadership & Business Growth (Podcast & Media Topic)
A high-energy, engaging conversation on how legal and leadership strategies shape business success. Covers decision-making, risk management, and business scaling from a legal perspective. Great for podcast interviews, panel discussions, and media features.
How to Build a Legally Sound & Profitable Business
(Full-Day Workshop/Retreat)
Legacy By Design: Building For People, Profit, & Purpose
Multi-Day Workshop/Retreat
This is a multi-day strategic workshop and luxury retreat for founders, executives, and business leaders ready to align their business with long-term impact. Through expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and collaborative discussions, you'll gain tools to scale sustainably while protecting what matters most. Walk away with clarity, confidence, and a blueprint to build a business that endures.
How I Work With Business Leaders
I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all advice. Every business, every industry, and every leadership challenge is different, and
what worked for someone else won’t necessarily work for you.
My job isn’t to give you generic solutions, but rather, to help you make the right moves, at the right time, with full confidence.
Executive Workshops & Business Retreats
Because sometimes, the best way to work on your business is to step away from the day-to-day and gain a fresh perspective.
Onsite Strategy Workshops at SAGE: A cost-effective, high-impact experience for executives who want practical legal and business insights they can immediately apply. Think of this as your strategy sprint—we break down legal and operational frameworks that drive smarter decision-making.
Luxury Offsite Retreats: Where business strategy meets high-level networking, personal growth, and relaxation. These intimate retreats bring together industry experts, guest speakers, and curated learning experiences to help you unplug, reflect, and walk away with a sharper vision for your business.
Whether you need a fast-track workshop or a deep-dive executive retreat, I design every experience with one goal in mind: helping you build a legally sound, strategically unstoppable business.
Podcasts & Media
I don’t just talk about law. I talk about business, leadership, and the big picture. The economy is shifting, industries are evolving, and the old playbook doesn’t work anymore. I bring real-world experience, sharp insights, and a no-BS approach to every conversation.
Need a podcast guest who can break down complex legal and business issues in a way that actually makes sense?
Looking for a legal and business commentator who connects law, leadership, and strategy to current events?
Hosting a live event, panel, or media segment that needs a straight-talking expert with real experience?
What Else?
More Than Legal Podcast
SAGE Business Counsel
SAGEdox
FAQS
Do you offer one-on-one consulting?
Yes! I provide strategic advisory services for business leaders who need clear, actionable insights for high-stakes decisions. Whether it’s a one-time strategy session or an ongoing advisory relationship, I help you think five steps ahead so you can scale with confidence.
What if I just need legal services?
If you're looking for legal representation or corporate legal strategy, visit my firm, SAGE Business Counsel. My team specializes in business law, contracts, mergers & acquisitions, and proactive legal strategy to help your business grow and stay protected. Visit SAGE Business Counsel
Can I book you for a private workshop or corporate training?
Absolutely. I offer onsite business strategy workshops at SAGE and luxury offsite retreats designed to help executives step away, gain clarity, and make high-impact decisions.
- Inquire About Workshops
Do you do podcast interviews or media appearances?
Yes! I bring real insights from real experience to every conversation. Whether you need a guest for a podcast, panel discussion, or media segment, I break down complex business and leadership topics in a way that actually makes sense.
- Book Danielle for Podcast
- Book Danielle for Media
Work With Me
I believe business is built by visionaries who dare to think differently. I also believe that too many of those visionaries are held back, not by lack of ambition, but by lack of clarity.
I help ambitious leaders turn legal challenges into strategic opportunities. I don’t do fluff or generic advice. I help you make the right calls when it matters most.
My Mission
To empower business leaders with the legal and strategic clarity they need to scale with confidence, transform industries, and build businesses that change the world.
My Vision
A world where leaders don’t just protect their businesses, but leverage them for growth, impact, and generational wealth.
Reach Out!