Communicating in today’s business world is just more than sending an email. It’s clearly communicating on Zoom, Slack, or Teams. It’s about sending a polished message and forming collaborative relationships with potential clients. It’s checking your bad day at the door and pretending your world is full of sunshine and lollipops as walk into a potential clients conference. And it’s making that presentation flawlessly, making a strong connection with decision makers, and being ready to answer tough questions. It’s easy for me; I’m just writing this testimonial. In all honesty, it takes time, patience, practice and coaching to become the business leader you want to be. You know you have to make some changes because you’re not in the weeds—you’re answering to the-Suite or “The Board.” The Growth Coach Boston West will open your eyes to qualities you didn’t know you had. For instance, I am a business executive, but I’m also an actor. And believe it or not, the two link quite well. The Growth Coach Boston West will show you how.
Ikigai is a belief that you find fulfillment in life in four pillars. Doing something you love, something you're good at, something the world needs, and something that can provide for your way in the world and VO fits all those for me. I have amazing mentors and inspirations like you and others that have helped me realize this to my fullest potential and I will not forget this opportunity. Thank you.
I can't even tell you how grateful I am to have found you. And I truly feel like you do NOT hear THANK YOU often enough or hear how much you are appreciated. Thank you for this weekend Lau....I accomplished things and gave performances I wasn't even aware I was capable of.
"Lau and her team are amazing talent agents, coaches, and business partners. They prepare you, encourage you, and push you to be the best at your craft. Moreover, they provide a profound sense of community within the voiceover and acting community. And Lau, as a person, is just amazing; warm and sincere, but no BS. A true expert in her field and I'm grateful, as a voice actor, to be represented by her.
I have known and been on staff at her Company for over 10 years now. She has always been a source of encouragement, kindness, laughter, knowledge, positivity and an incredible mentor. Lau has an uncanny ability to bring out the best in her clients and has made an impact on so many lives including mine. Her endless energy, creativity, support and passion for this business is evident as she always makes you feel like you are a family member.
Lau Lapides is one of a kind. Not only is she an actor, agent and entrepreneur, but she is an amazing motivator to all who come in contact with her. When we talk about the entertainment industry we talk about how talented people are and what they have accomplished in their careers, and although Lau has accomplished amazing things in her career, the human being that is Lau Lapides is just as amazing.
Thanks to your showcase I did back in the day with TIC, I scored a new agent and have gotten a lot of BIG jobs (Skyrizi, Clif Bar, Vraylar, Albertsons to name a few! So thank you so much for the time you poured in when I was available! Thank you for pushing me to do the showcase even though I didn't feel quite as prepared as I would have wanted. Investing time with you when I had it was very helpful!
Working with Lau was absolutely one of the best things that has ever happened to me. When I first met her, I was coming back from a voice-over hiatus & I wanted to learn how to get back into the industry and how to make & run my own solopreneur business. She, like the mama she is, was not only supportive of me but also gave me the kick in the butt that I need to improve & work for more in the voice-over industry. She sees your value even if you don’t see it yourself, and will shake you until you start seeing it. She was always there to cheer me on & guide me in managing my time better, using my creativity in designing and editing so many things. She's never the type to turn down a creative idea; she knows how to take it and work hard to make it a reality.
Lau is a consummate professional who cares deeply for her clients. She and her staff are very approachable and have great knowledge of the industry. I wholeheartedly recommend Lau and her wonderful organization.
Lau is very aware of what is needed to take your profession to another level. She gives you time to understand the process. She is very detailed in her teachings with personal touches. Lau gives me time to make sure I’m ready to go and she also makes sure you meet the right people. I recommend her highly.
Thank you again for a wonderful class on Sunday and all of the information. You provided such concrete, actionable guidance while also opening our eyes to how we can make self-tapes creative and individualized as well.
I received an email from you stating how engaged the group was, which is great to hear!
We hired Lau as a communications coach for a multicultural global leadership meeting. She presented with both humor and gravitas, and led the group exercises that gave us actionable strategies to overcome communication obstacles in a global firm. She brings great insight and I recommend her highly.
I am so inspired and I'm grateful for spending time together with you yesterday, Lau! You are truly a woman who knows what she wants and makes it happen!! Thank you for donating your time and expertise. You’ve made a lasting impression on us all. And for your generous offer to be a partner / collaborator with WBG Connects. I believe there's something there and I look forward to our upcoming conversations with how it looks to be a resource for one-another.
As Director of a large Boston-based medical center, I sought out a communications coach to enhance my public speaking skills across all levels of the organization - staff, colleagues, and more senior management. I was very fortunate to find such a dynamic, dedicated professional in Lau Lapides. After meeting with Ms. Lapides, she impressively crafted and continuously developed a communications program that met specific as well as changing needs (there was nothing generic about it!). Lau both challenged me and supported my efforts to become a more effective and confident all-around communicator and public speaker. My improved speaking skills particularly showed up in the executive boardroom and as a conference speaker (presenter and panelist). Lau has great depth of knowledge, an expert and inspiring teaching approach, and a notable commitment to improving a client's communication skills.