Most founder podcasts start at the finish line, talking to people who’ve already made it. This is different. These are raw, unfiltered conversations with the ones still in the mud — the builders, creators, and scrappy doers figuring it out in real time.
Most founder podcasts start at the finish line, talking to people who’ve already made it. This is different. These are raw, unfiltered conversations with the ones still in the mud — the builders, creators, and scrappy doers figuring it out in real time.

In this episode, Jessica Yang interviews Grant Plotkin, the founder of Meet the Edge, a creative brand marketing studio. Grant shares his journey of starting the business at a young age, the importance of storytelling in branding, and the creative strategies he employed to acquire clients. He discusses the significance of building relationships, the costs associated with creative marketing initiatives, and the evolution of his agency. Throughout the conversation, Grant reflects on moments of success, setbacks, and valuable lessons learned in entrepreneurship, offering insightful advice for aspiring founders.
Connect with Grant Plotkin & Meet the Edge
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantplotkin/
Website: https://meettheedge.com
LinkedIn (Grant): https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantplotkin/
LinkedIn (Meet the Edge): https://www.linkedin.com/company/meettheedge/
Jessica’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yangjessica1/
Start Here Stories LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/start-here-stories-from-day-zero/
Instagram: @startherestories
TikTok: @startherepodcast
Email: startherestories@gmail.com