About Podcast
Laurent Notin never set out to become The Bottleneck Coach—but his journey had other plans. What started as an adventure in 1999, leaving France for Laos, turned into two decades of business leadership across Southeast Asia. Along the way, he discovered a talent for transforming struggling companies into thriving organizations.
The turning point? Realizing that businesses don’t fail because of bad ideas—they fail because of bottlenecks. Whether it’s poor leadership, lack of direction, or inefficient processes, Laurent learned that breaking through these barriers was the key to sustainable growth. Now, as a sought-after business coach and mentor, he helps founders identify their biggest roadblocks and scale with clarity and confidence.
In this scale tale, Laurent shares how his experience leading a struggling research company in Cambodia shaped his coaching approach. Faced with financial instability and a disengaged workforce, he didn’t just implement quick fixes—he rebuilt the foundation. By prioritizing transparency, accountability, and a people-first culture, he turned the company into a respected industry leader.
Discover how Laurent turned real-world business challenges into a framework that helps founders unlock their full potential. His journey proves that leadership isn’t about avoiding bottlenecks—it’s about knowing how to break through them.
Get ready to be amazed by Laurent’s story of introspection, insistence on quality and financial responsibility, and the power of letting go to grow. Stay tuned for a special offer from Laurent that can position your business on a manageable scale and change how you approach business growth forever.
- Financial Stability: Build strong financial foundations through cash flow management and debt repayment.
- Operational Quality: Improve processes to ensure high-quality results.
- Company Culture: Foster an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued.
- Strategic Growth: Identify new opportunities and build unique competitive strengths.
- Personal Growth: Focus on self-awareness and mentorship to help others succeed.
Special Guest: Laurent Notin
Location: Helsinki, Uusimaa FINLAND
Air Date: March 2, 2025
Website:
- LaurentNotin.com: learn more about Laurent’s work and “Discover How to Break Free from Being Your Business’s Biggest Bottleneck Today!” on his website. Scale Tales listeners can also request a complimentary coaching call by mentioning his interview!
Podcast:
- Inter:Views – Cracking the Entrepreneurship Code: Laurent’s podcast.
Video:
- Laurent Notin | The Bottleneck Coach: Laurent’s YouTube channel.
Producer & Host: Alicia Butler Pierre
Additional Voiceovers: Hashim Tale and Clarence Levy III
Audio Editor: Olanrewaju Adeyemo
Sound Design: Sabor! Music Enterprises
Video Editor: Gladys Jimenez
Show Notes: Hashim Tale
Sponsor: Equilibria, Inc.More About Guest, Laurent Notin:
Laurent is a sought-after business coach who helps technical founders and entrepreneurs unlock their potential and drive sustainable growth. Drawing on his extensive experience running SMEs across three countries, he offers a global perspective and practical insights that resonate deeply with founders navigating complex challenges.
Known as the Bottleneck Coach, Laurent specializes in identifying and addressing the bottlenecks that hold businesses back. Through strategic questioning and actionable guidance, he helps founders break free from operational overwhelm, enabling them to focus on what truly matters—vision, strategy, and leadership.
Laurent’s coaching is rooted in the belief that transformation begins at the top. He empowers founders to challenge their assumptions, rethink their approach to leadership, and build empowered teams. By enabling clarity, strategic focus, and a renewed sense of direction, Laurent equips his clients with the tools to achieve measurable results and long-term success.
Working with Laurent is more than a coaching experience—it’s a partnership that helps founders step out of the grind, reclaim their time, and scale their businesses with confidence.
More About Host, Alicia Butler Pierre:
Alicia Butler Pierre is the Founder & CEO of Equilibria, Inc.. Her career in operations began over 25 years ago while working in various chemical plants and oil refineries. She invented the Kasennu™ framework for business infrastructure and authored, Behind the Façade: How to Structure Company Operations for Sustainable Success. She is the producer of the weekly top 2% Business Infrastructure podcast with a global audience across 70+ countries.Alicia is also an adjunct instructor of Lean Principles at Purdue University and serves as the USA Chair of the G100’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The Process Excellence Network recognized her as a Top 50 Thought Leader in Operational Excellence. A chemical engineer turned entrepreneur, she’s designed and optimized processes for small businesses, large enterprises, non-profits, and government organizations alike.
More About Sponsor, Equilibria:
Equilibria, Inc. is an 19-year-old boutique operations management firm. We build the business infrastructure necessary for fast-growing businesses to scale with less pain. With a range of services and products, entrepreneurs can get the operational support and resources they need on demand.