Let's talk about something we all hate - constantly switching between apps throughout the day. You know the drill: check your calendar, jump to your todo list, open your news reader, check some bookmarks, switch to your notes app... and repeat this dance all day long.
I was so frustrated with this daily app circus that I decided to build a solution myself. That's how Observely was born. I wanted one dashboard where I could see and do everything, and here's what I created:
Think about your typical workday. How many times do you switch between different apps? Each switch takes time - not just the seconds to open a new window, but the mental energy to refocus on a new context. Even if you spend just a one hour per week jumping between apps, at $50/hour (most likley it's higher), that adds up to $200 in lost productivity every month.
But it's not just about the money...
The biggest win isn't even about the time saved. It's about staying in your flow. You know that feeling when you're really focused and productive? Every time you switch apps, you're breaking that flow. It's like hitting the reset button on your brain dozens of times a day.
With everything in one place, you can:
No corporate jargon, no fancy promises - just a simpler way to work. If you're tired of playing app pinball all day, maybe it's time to try something different.