October 08, 2020

Focused Writing with Adam Leeb

50 minutes

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Distraction-free writing: a process that all writers seek. Find out how today’s guest, Adam Leeb, has made it that much easier for you.

As a writer myself, getting into the ‘flow state’ isn’t always attainable. But when I came across the distraction-free writing tool Freewrite Traveler, I had to bring on Adam Leeb, the co-founder, to the podcast. Freewrite is a portable tool with no copy/paste or other advanced editing functionality to promote maximum writing productivity. Pure magic.

Adam is an award-winning product designer and mechanical engineer who is obsessed with product design especially in relation to user experience and user interaction. Join us as we explore mechanical keyboards, removing distractions, failed crowdfunding campaigns, and 3D printing over quarantine.

Talking Points

What attracted Adam to design and Astrohaus

Developing a tool to help writers stay focused with the creative writing process

Their design philosophy

Specialized vs multi-use products

Adam’s desire to design products

Taking more risks

Being ahead of the curve

Running crowdfunding campaigns

Why crowdfund if you have the clout or finances?

A reversal approach to productivity

Quote

“It takes energy to resist.”

Helpful Links

Freewrite Traveler

Astrohaus

Punisher Yo-Yo

Video Confessional Booth

Wayne Gretzky

Kara Goldin

Baron Fig

Episode 317: The Analog Way with Jeff Sheldon

BestSelf

Creality

Clapboss

Sprinter

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