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!
3 Key Ingredients for Business Success
I’ve been paying attention to why some entrepreneurs seem to be killing it and others are struggling – and I have noticed a pattern emerging.
3 Ways You Are Overwhelming Your Dream Clients
Have you ever been in a position where you were on the phone with someone or on their website and you felt so overwhelmed with the options being presented that you found yourself shutting down?
Our Favourite Before And After Logo Designs
Nothing makes me happier than going back through our projects and seeing the difference we've made to our client’s businesses.
Why Entrepreneurs Need to be Tenacious
We all have tenacity in us or we wouldn't be entrepreneurs. The challenge comes when you create something and then get caught up in fear of putting yourself out into the world.
Is your brand lacking the essence of YOU?
Catherine Kerr came to us with an identity crisis. She's an amazing keynote speaker, workshop facilitator and performance trainer - however, her brand was missing the mark.
Why Your Reputation IS Your Brand
If your brand is what people believe about you, then your reputation truly IS your brand. It's how you make people feel, the impression you leave them with and the trust you build.
The Importance of a Professional Headshot
Does your headshot look like you? Does it express the essence of you authentically? Many people I meet or work with don't have a high quality, flattering or event current photograph of themself.
Business lessons from a drummer
Watching our friend Davide Direnzo play the drums is something everyone should witness, and something we can all take a lesson from.
Your Favourite Blog Posts of 2018!
As I reflect on my year, I took a look to see which of my blog posts resonated most with my readers (aka you!) I've compiled a list of the top 5.
Make IT Happen
I believe that life is what you make of it. It's not what happens to you – it's how you react and what you learn that matters. It's what you make happen.
How to confidently rebrand your business
When it comes to rebranding your business, the thought of changing the messaging and design can be overwhelming. Where do you start? What do you need? Who do you hire?
Are you a warrior?
Yesterday was a significant day in my life. On November 12th, 1995 – 23 years ago – I was hit by a drunk driver and my life was changed forever.
What is typography...
Fonts have strong personalities and a way of creating emotions. When designing a logo and brand for a business, it is important to understand the personality and target audience in order to choose the right font.
The Importance of Colour
Colour affects our mood, sparks memories, and affects our buying decisions. The colours you choose to represent your brand shape the perception people have of your business.
From International Speaker to the Emergency Room
Have you ever had one of those weeks where you felt like a total rock star? Everything in your business and life is going your way and you are feeling great and powerful?
How does your brand make people feel?
Does your brand make people feel like they already know you, that they can trust you and that they can believe in your skills? Does it invite your potential clients to reach out?
Level Up Your Brand
Our client Heather her old logo from the very beginning. It didn't fit her target audience or her price point, which meant she wasn't attracting the right clients.
Does your title define you?
Do you consider yourself an entrepreneur, a business owner, a freelancer, a solopreneur, a mompreneur? Did you ever think that people might define how they see you by how you refer to yourself?