Law, loss and leadership: Jodie Hill’s breakdown to breakthrough

In this blog, FRP Transition Director, Lincoln Coutts shares his key takeaways from season two, episode five of Mind.Set.

Being yourself in business is never easy. Combine that with starting something new, and it can feel even harder, especially in sectors like law, where there’s often an unspoken expectation to conform.

In the latest Mind.Set podcast episode, Jodie shares how launching Thrive Law wasn’t just a career move, it was a personal transformation. Her openness about mental health and neurodiversity, and how they’ve shaped her leadership style, is both brave and deeply relevant. As someone who has worked with leaders navigating transition, I found her approach refreshingly honest.

What stood out most to me was how she built Thrive Law with a clear focus on client needs and workplace wellbeing. It’s not just about the legal services they deliver, it’s about how they’re helping corporate clients rethink their own cultures. Jodie’s firm is showing the legal sector that you can lead with empathy, build inclusive environments, and still drive commercial success.

Her message ‘stop trying to fit in, be kind to yourself’ is one I’ve seen resonate time and again with leaders who feel the pressure to perform, often at the cost of authenticity. Jodie’s story is proof that when you align your values with your business, you don’t just survive, you lead, and this is evidently recognised by the awards she and Thrive Law have received.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone starting something new, questioning the status quo, or simply wondering if there’s a better way to lead. I’d say, there is. Jodie Hill is showing us how to build more inclusive employment environments, and how to help organisations evolve from the inside out.