REWORK

It Started with a Blog

Aug 27, 2025 · 24 min · Season 2 · Episode 163 · 17.9 MBExplicit
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37signals' co-founders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson revisit how their approach to marketing began with a simple blog. They share why writing with authenticity matters, how patience pays off when building an audience, and why staying true to your own voice is important.

Key Takeaways:

  • 00:12 – How 37signals' marketing started organically with a blog
  • 02:53 – Authenticity is a must when writing
  • 07:02 – Patience is key to growing an audience
  • 08:18 – Don’t let algorithms dictate your content
  • 13:08 – Make time to write while your ideas are fresh
  • 16:21 – Marketing is simply transferring enthusiasm
  • 22:22 – Audiences want to see behind the curtain

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