FocusMate
A product I'm building to help students develop focus, discipline, and confidence... especially those who struggle with attention and staying on task.
FocusMate was born from what I observed keenly while teaching Level 2 and 3 students at Puddletown Chess. I noticed how focus improved for students with ADHD, and I learned valuable insights about supporting younger students with attention challenges. This experience inspired me to build a tool that could help more kids develop focus, discipline, and confidence.
Why I'm Building FocusMate
While teaching Level 2 and 3 students at Puddletown Chess, I observed keenly how focus improved for students with ADHD. I saw firsthand what worked and what didn't, learning valuable lessons about supporting younger students with attention challenges. Students are expected to manage more than ever, but few tools are designed specifically for how they actually work and think. FocusMate is my attempt to change that, creating a tool that understands and supports different ways of focusing.
What FocusMate Offers
Designed specifically for students, especially those with attention and focus challenges
Improved Focus
Help students develop better concentration and stay on task, with special support for ADHD and attention challenges
Discipline Building
Create consistent habits and routines that support academic success
Confidence Growth
Build self-assurance through structured progress and achievements
Student-Centered Design
Built by a student, for students: understanding real challenges including attention and focus difficulties
Practical Tools
Actionable features that fit into student life and workflow
Continuous Improvement
Evolving based on real feedback and student needs
See FocusMate in Action
Watch the app demo to see how FocusMate helps students develop focus and discipline
The Journey of Building FocusMate
Learning to think like a founder
Observing and Learning
While teaching Level 2 and 3 students at Puddletown Chess, I observed keenly how focus improved for students with ADHD and learned what truly helps younger students with attention challenges.
Building Responsibly
Creating solutions that genuinely help students without adding unnecessary complexity.
Iterating Thoughtfully
Continuously improving based on feedback and real-world usage.
Built from Keen Observation
FocusMate was born from what I observed keenly while teaching Level 2 and 3 students at Puddletown Chess. I noticed how focus improved for students with ADHD, and I learned valuable insights about supporting younger students with attention challenges.
Building FocusMate has taught me how to think like a founder: from observing real problems to learning how to build responsibly and iterate thoughtfully. Every feature is designed with the understanding that students need tools that work with their reality, not against it, especially for kids who struggle with attention, focus, or ADHD.
Learn More About FocusMate
Visit myfocusmate.com to explore the product and see how it can help students develop focus, discipline, and confidence—particularly those with ADHD or attention challenges.