1058: TIME BLOCKING as your productivity secret weapon w/ Jacob Barnes
- Author
- Brian Lofrumento
- Published
- Sun 09 Mar 2025
- Episode Link
- https://www.thewantrepreneurshow.com/jacob-barnes
Ever wondered how to make every moment count? Join us as we chat with Jacob Barnes, a software engineer turned entrepreneur, who, alongside his twin brother, developed FlowSavvy. Jacob shares his journey from the tech world to entrepreneurship, driven by a passion for optimizing time—a resource he believes is precious not just in business, but also in personal life. His unique perspective, shaped by personal experiences, offers valuable insights for anyone looking to live a more fulfilling life. Through this conversation, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how spending time wisely can transform your routine and relationships.
Discover the magic behind FlowSavvy, a groundbreaking tool that seamlessly integrates to-do lists with calendars, acting like an automated personal executive assistant. Learn how its innovative features, such as automatic color-coding, provide visual cues for task urgency, allowing you to prioritize effortlessly. Jacob walks us through the challenges of maintaining a consistent schedule and how tools like FlowSavvy can enhance productivity by providing clear, actionable plans for managing weekly tasks. This is a must-listen for those striving to streamline their schedules and boost efficiency.
As we wrap up, Jacob delves into the importance of strategic feature selection and user feedback in software development. He sheds light on how FlowSavvy transitioned from relying solely on qualitative feedback to embracing data-driven A-B testing to refine its offerings. Jacob also discusses the evolving role of AI in productivity apps, emphasizing the balance between innovative solutions and reliable algorithms. Tune in to learn how strategic decisions and user insights drive FlowSavvy's success in the competitive productivity app market.
ABOUT JACOB
Jacob Barnes is a software engineer turned entrepreneur who is passionate about using time effectively to create a fulfilling and rewarding life. He got his start in entrepreneurship at 22 years old working on a side project with his twin brother to address their own time management pain points. Now, 5 years later, that side project has turned into their full-time job. Through his work, Jacob shares his passion for living intentionally and helps others do the same.
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