LAB NOTES
Our founder Laura Beauparlant shares behind the scenes, industry insights, inspiration on the entrepreneurial journey and powerful opinions pieces on branding and design. Enjoy your visit!
How to Create a Unique Signature Process for Your Brand
When you have a positive experience with a brand, it’s not just the products or service, it’s every step along the journey - from start to finish.
Competition Is NOT a Four Letter Word
This idea of "there are no winners and losers, everyone gets a ribbon for participation" is having a deep impact on the value of competition. If you never lose, what's the motivation to try to win?
Mastering the Art of the ‘No’ in Entrepreneurship
As entrepreneurs, it’s easy to fall into the trap of saying yes to everything. Saying No is about making choices that align with your deepest values and vision for your life and business.
Entrepreneurial Lessons from an Erupting Volcano
Last May I was on my way to Uganda for an epic Wayfinders trip, and everything that could go wrong, did.
From Business Sale to Brand Rebirth: The Julie Ellis Story
After co-founding the wildly successful Mabel’s Labels and then selling the business to a major industry player, Julie wasn’t prepared for the emotional rollercoaster post-sale.
From Tech Entrepreneur to Life Coach
Maia’s story of transformation and new beginnings is an inspiring one. Today I’m sharing her story and the power of branding in shaping not just a business, but a life.
Is your business worth dying for?
Discover how contemplating life's ultimate question can transform your business approach and inspire a deeply fulfilling professional journey.
Mastering Personal Branding in Seconds
We are so overwhelmed with social media, emails, text messages and task switching that the window to make a lasting impression is incredibly brief – we're talking less than 7 seconds.
Why I Value Working with Men
In a recent conversation, I jokingly said, "Maybe I should only work with men." The comment was light-hearted, but it led me to a serious reflection.
Finding the Common Thread
What happens when you – as a multifaceted entrepreneur – have passions and pursuits that span beyond your primary venture? How do you talk about all the amazing things you are up to if you can’t make sense of how they are tied together?
Strategic Exit Branding
How to leverage real estate tactics to elevate your business value before you sell. Does your brand reflect the true worth and potential of your business? If not – you are leaving money on the table.
Unlocking Business Value: The Art of Branding to Sell
When it comes to positioning your business for sale, your brand is a strategic tool and not merely superficial. It plays a key role in elevating your business, and ultimately, attract the right buyer for a premium sale.
Transforming Doubt into Clarity
As an entrepreneur, finding your true niche can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Here’s the story of a client who had the needle in her hand the whole time…she just couldn’t see it!
Shifting Gears
My parents told me that if I ever wanted a car to drive, I'd have to learn to drive a stick shift.
I had to adapt or not drive. I chose adapt.
The Power of Observation
“How did you break your femur?”
This late night question I was asked recently had me consider how keen observation has the power to transform your business and you branding.
You: The Secret Ingredient to Your Brand's Success
Want to know why your personal influence matters? Integrating and bringing more of YOU into your brand will help you amplify your business, express your thought leadership and magnetize the right clients.
Reimagine Retirement
Retiring at 60 or 65 isn’t the only option these days. For many entrepreneurial types, the sentiment seems to be moving towards the idea of living life and enjoying the entire journey, not just waiting for the euphoric day to come when you can retire and never work again.
The Dangers of People Pleasing
Stop sabotaging your brand and start making a big impact. In this blog I share the top three reasons why people-pleasing is a roadblock to success, and how embracing your authenticity can lead to a powerful, authentic brand.