Episode 614: Practicing the Principles in Business with Andrew LassiseEpisode 614: Practicing the Principles in Business with Andrew Lassise
Busy Living Sober with Host Elizabeth Chance
Andrew Lassise shares his journey from addiction to entrepreneurship, applying 12-step principles to build a successful business while staying sober.
50:19•12 Feb 2026
Building Empires While Staying Sober: Andrew Lassise's Journey
Episode Overview
- 12-step principles can be applied beyond personal recovery to solve business challenges.
- Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness, in entrepreneurship.
- Sobriety requires daily commitment and can lead to unexpected opportunities.
- Past experiences, even negative ones, can be valuable learning tools.
- Building a supportive community like Sober Founders can enhance both personal and professional growth.
“"It's not the stopping of drinking, but the starting of living."”
How do different strategies aid in addiction recovery? Andrew Lassise joins Elizabeth Chance on 'Busy Living Sober' to share his unique journey from struggling with alcoholism to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Andrew's story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about applying the 12-step principles to build a thriving business. As the founder of Sober Founders, Andrew helps business owners in recovery use these steps to tackle real-world challenges.
This episode is packed with raw honesty and humour as Andrew recounts his early days of blackout drinking, his DUI experience, and the pivotal moment when he chose rehab over jail. His candid reflections on the struggles of entrepreneurship and sobriety offer a refreshing take on how vulnerability can be a superpower in business. You'll find yourself inspired by Andrew's resilience and his ability to turn life's lemons into lemonade.
Whether you're battling addiction or looking for ways to integrate recovery principles into your professional life, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights. Ready to learn how vulnerability can be your greatest strength?
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