Marissa Lauren

Hi, I’m Marissa, a mom of ten, a lifelong entrepreneur, and the founder of Blueprinted—a passion project where I help you uncover the business that’s already inside you. From fixing radiators at nine on a Wisconsin farm to launching ventures in real estate, healthcare, manufacturing, and organic soaps, my life is about solving problems and empowering people.

As a mother, I’ve navigated the chaos of raising a big family through miscarriages, milestones, and a life-changing moment in 2018 when I was suddenly abandoned, left homeless with my ten children and only the clothes on our backs during a grueling court battle. I never dreamed it would be me, but my strength was hidden in my comfort—quiet, resilient, and ready to rebuild.

Right now, Blueprinted operates by word of mouth as I balance family and work, & speaking engagements, waiting to build a team and website when I have the bandwidth. This blog and sharing in groups is my way to connect with you, sharing authentic, non-textbook insights to unlock your potential.

My Journey: Curiosity and Connection

I’ve always been a doer. As a kid, I’d walk into restaurants and mentally fix the chaos—too many servers, bad layout—because I loved making things work better. I helped my dad grow his predictive maintenance business, typing reports and diagnosing equipment, sparking my love for logistics and problem-solving.

At nine, I swapped out a car radiator to get to a friend’s house, driven by a need to “do everything.” That energy led me to start a construction company, design clothes for overseas manufacturers, sell organic soaps at markets, and even try every MLM under the sun (I’m proudly “MLM sober” for nine years!).

Through it all, raising ten kids and weathering five miscarriages taught me resilience, compassion, and adaptability. The 2018 crisis tested me most, but it revealed a quiet strength that shapes how I approach business and life today.

The Heart of Blueprinted: Your “Why”

My favorite moments aren’t deals or houses built—they’re when I help someone articulate a dream that’s been stuck in their head, lighting up their eyes with “Yes, that’s it!” Whether it’s a friend launching an e-commerce store or a client rediscovering their passion, I live for those breakthroughs.

Blueprinted is about guiding you to your authentic business path, not with formulas, but by listening to what’s inside you. I lead quietly, pulling threads of your ideas until they’re clear and real. Operating by word of mouth, I focus on personal sessions, fostering trust and hope until I’m ready to expand with a team.

My Four-Stage Framework for Growth

From decades of starting businesses and raising a family, I’ve built a four-stage framework for authentic growth, rooted in what’s inside you:

• Inspiration: Catching the spark, like the 10-15 ideas I jot down weekly, and giving it space to grow.
• Dreaming: Rooting your idea with a clear “why,” like planning my soap business without losing the magic.
• Building: Laying a stable foundation, like the retaining walls I’ve built in construction, ensuring every block is level before adding on the next layer.
• Aligning: Keeping your business true to your vision, like gently realigning my kids’ dreams with questions.

This blog will explore each stage with stories from my life—on the farm, in the ER, at markets—and practical steps to unlock your blueprint. It’s about building something that lights you up, not just chasing money.

Why This Blog Matters

In a noisy world, we need spaces to feel heard. This blog is for anyone who knows their “why” is inside, waiting to be unlocked—whether you’re starting a first venture or pivoting an existing one. I’ll share lessons from my chaotic, beautiful life, blending the grit of building houses with the heart of nurturing dreams.

You’ll find insights like how compassion helps me hear clients’ unspoken dreams, or how resilience keeps me steady when a business “wall” needs resetting. My goal is to leave you understood, inspired, and ready to act. Until Blueprinted grows with a team and website, this blog is my way to reach you.

Let’s Start Together

Your business should feel like you, not anyone else. Join me as we dive into Inspiration, Dreaming, Building, and Aligning, one post at a time. I’m here to listen, reflect your ideas, and help you build something true.

Feel Free to reach out to me at Marissa@blueprintedbusiness.com

-Marissa