Marissa Lauren

By Marissa Lauren, Founder of Blueprinted

As I continue to build Legacy Building & Development LLC from the ashes of division, I’ve discovered that true breakthroughs come not from solo efforts but from inviting others into the journey. Creating begets creating—it’s contagious. When you dream boldly and share that fire, you inspire your family, friends, and circle to dream with you. Don’t be selfish with your inspiration; listen to them, hear their ideas, and co-create. What starts as your vision can evolve into something far greater, turning loneliness into a shared adventure.

This realization hit during moments of isolation post-divorce, when building felt lonely. But a loved one reminded me: unity over division. I began reaching out, sharing my progress on sustainable projects, and inviting input. Suddenly, friends contributed ideas for community spaces, and family members—those still connected—offered support that fueled growth. Creating doesn’t have to be solitary; it’s richer when collaborative.

Statistics back this up. Family-owned businesses, often built with close support, account for 87% of U.S. business tax returns and frequently outperform non-family firms in profitability and survival, according to Harvard Business School. Yet, without that foundation, success drops sharply—only 30% of family businesses survive to the second generation, per the SBA, highlighting how community bolsters longevity. With support, 65% of family businesses expect growth, versus the isolation that hampers many solo ventures.

Through Blueprinted coaching, I help others unleash this power. A single mother, drained by her job, dreamed of freedom. I listened to her inspirations, co-created a plan for her consulting business, and connected her with mentors. Today, she owns her time and invites her network to collaborate, creating a ripple of upliftment.

My Blueprinted framework—Inspire, Dream, Build, Align—thrives on this. Inspire sparks shared hope; Dream invites co-creation. At Legacy, we build projects that draw in communities, aligning visions for lasting impact. As I told a loved one, “My heart creates life”—and it multiplies when shared.

Unleash your vision by inviting others. Dream together, co-create, and watch isolation turn to innovation. My path shows collaboration redeems and amplifies.

What’s a vision bigger than yourself that you’re working toward? Share below and let’s grow together.

Stay Blueprinted,
Marissa Lauren

(Note: This post is part of the “Fractured Bonds to Business Breakthroughs” series. Subscribe for more stories of resilience and impact.)