A Productive Conversation

The Analog Way with Jeff Sheldon

Jul 6, 2020
Jeff Sheldon, founder and designer of Ugmonk, shares his journey creating thoughtfully designed products and introduces the Analog productivity system. He discusses the unexpected success of his Kickstarter campaign and the significance of simplicity in design. Jeff explains the innovative card signal method that gamifies productivity, emphasizing the importance of prioritization. He dives into how analog tools can enhance habit formation and explores the benefits of blending digital and physical productivity methods.
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ANECDOTE

Jeff's Ugmonk Journey

  • Jeff Sheldon launched Ugmonk nearly 12 years ago as a creative outlet for designing products he wanted to use.
  • The brand grew from graphic tees to workspace items, including the desk organizer and recently, the Analog system.
ANECDOTE

Years Before Launching Analog

  • Jeff used analog cards and prototypes for about seven to eight years before making it a formal product.
  • Despite the simplicity, he doubted the product's success but was pleasantly surprised by Kickstarter results.
INSIGHT

Inspired by But Simplifying Productivity

  • Jeff combined concepts from Bullet Journal, GTD, and Deep Work but found Bullet Journaling too complex for himself.
  • He wanted a simple system that helps focus by keeping few tasks constantly visible in front of you.
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