By acquiring the profitable, YouTube-first entrepreneur brand, HubSpot is expanding its audience machine and doubling down on media as a demand generation strategy. By Constantine von Hoffman February 23, 2026 HubSpot is doubling down on its media strategy. On Monday, HubSpot Media, the in-house media arm of the CRM and marketing automation company, … Continue reading HubSpot supercharges its media engine by buying Starter Story
A rebrand unraveled by bot-driven outrage. Here’s what it shows about brand risk, trust and the emotional stakes driving B2B marketing. Scott Gillum on November 21, 2025 Now that the dust has settled, the branding agency fired and the old brand restored, it’s a good time to look at what really happened with the … Continue reading The real story behind Cracker Barrel’s rebrand — and why it matters for B2B brands
In B2B, trust is the real product — and storytelling is how you earn it. Here’s why every strategy should start there. Scott Hornstein on October 16, 2025 Technology can earn confidence, but only people earn trust. Performance might win the first deal — relationships win the next ten. In a remote-first world, B2B … Continue reading Why your B2B strategy should start with a story that builds trust
Generative AI is reshaping search and brand perception. Learn how to protect and control your story across AI platforms. Shannon Reedy on September 2, 2025 Not long ago, brands could count on SEO and strong storytelling: ranking for valuable search terms while connecting with consumers through compelling narratives. Generative AI has disrupted both sides … Continue reading Generative AI is rewriting your brand story — make sure it gets it right
June 13, 2025 I write novels and build AI. The real story is more complicated than either side admits BY Lauren Oliver “In three years,” a fellow tech executive recently told me with serene confidence, “Everyone will be able to make a full-length movie in AI, totally personalized for them, by just typing up a few … Continue reading I write novels and build AI. The real story is more complicated than either side admits
January 21, 2025 3 steps to tell your brand story when nobody knows your name Authenticity and understanding your audience, paired with the right channels, is key. BY Grace Keith Rodriguez You’ve invested your time, energy, and resources into building your company. Now you’re met with the new challenge of building your brand, telling your story, … Continue reading 3 steps to tell your brand story when nobody knows your name
It’s not just you: America’s most quintessential restaurant keeps showing up in headlines, including the CEO-shooter manhunt to a high-profile Trump campaign stunt. BY Jennifer Mattson As we look back on 2024, it’s surprising how frequently McDonald’s has played a role, or at least been involved, in major news events. From boycotts and high prices to … Continue reading How McDonald’s was involved in almost every major news story this past year
September 22, 2024 5 questions to help you discover your own story of success Simply asking ourselves these questions increases the likelihood that we will find our way to meaningful answers. BY Yonason Goldson You’re on vacation, strolling through a small European town. Your senses feast on the blueness of the sky, the texture of the clouds, … Continue reading 5 questions to help you discover your own story of success
June 09, 2024 Beyond Seinfeld’s ‘Unfrosted,’ the Pop-Tarts story teaches entrepreneurs an important lesson While the first mover may have an advantage, a fast follower often wins the game in the long run. BY The Conversation The recent release of Unfrosted, which was directed by Jerry Seinfeld, had an underwhelming debut on Netflix and has even … Continue reading Beyond Seinfeld’s ‘Unfrosted,’ the Pop-Tarts story teaches entrepreneurs an important lesson
May 28, 2024 HBO’s MoviePass documentary sheds light on Black founders written out of their own story Stacy Spikes and Hamet Watt founded MoviePass but eventually lost control of the company—and the narrative. Filmmaker Muta’Ali is helping them take it back. BY Joe Berkowitz Business stories involving a meteoric rise followed by a spectacular collapse naturally … Continue reading HBO’s MoviePass documentary sheds light on Black founders written out of their own story
