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.

The Quiet Rebel (And Why Their Brand Matters Now)

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Published on: 26/08/2025

Not every founder wants to shout to be heard. For the quiet rebels building thoughtful, values-driven products, branding doesn’t have to mean selling out — it just has to sound like you.

Brand in Motion

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

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Published on: 14/08/2025

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.

Behind the Brand

The Reluctant Marketer And What Helps Them Move Forward

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Published on: 06/08/2025

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.

Behind the Brand

Behind the Ad: What Really Goes Into “Launching”

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Published on: 10/07/2025

We teach visibility — but that doesn’t mean launching our first paid ad was easy. Here’s what went wrong, what surprised us, and why this messy process still connects back to the seven steps.

Behind the Brand

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