Start With Story

Reflections on branding, creativity, and building something real.

This is where we think out loud — about the creative process, the small decisions that shape a brand, and what it means to build something that actually feels like you.

If it sparks something, we’d love to hear from you.

And if you’re ready to go deeper, our book and online course walk you through the same 7-step process we use with our clients — from your Origin Story to launch.

“I Don’t Read Paperbacks” — What Customers at a Farm & Flea Market Taught Us About Selling the Right Thing the Wrong Way

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Published on: 10/28/2025

A local market stall, zero book sales, and a few surprising conversations about branding. Here’s what it taught us about meeting people where they are — and why clarity always matters more than cleverness.

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The Overthinker’s Dilemma (And The Day We Finally Hit Record)

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Published on: 08/14/2025

If you’ve ever struggled to talk about the thing you’ve poured yourself into, this one’s for you. A short story about getting stuck, hitting record, and moving forward awkwardly, but honestly.

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The Reluctant Marketer And What Helps Them Move Forward

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Published on: 08/06/2025

At a recent market, we met a small-batch founder who believed in his product but didn’t know how to message it. Here’s what his story revealed and how finding the right words can help you move forward.

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