I Turned my iPad into a reMarkable
What started off as a quest for a new device turned into a fun experiment.
Supernormal helps me stay present
As a solopreneur, I'm pulled in a million directions. Coaching calls are especially tough – trying to be present, solve problems, and catch what's said (and unsaid!).
I used to miss a lot, even when I was "on". That's why I started using Supernormal. It's an AI meeting tool that does SO much more than transcribe.
My favorite use case? A shortcut I call "Deep Questions". I tell Supernormal to analyze the transcript and surface 3 questions I DIDN'T ask during the call. It highlights my blind spots and helps me deliver even MORE value to my clients.
Before, I answered questions on the call and that was it. Now? I answer questions on the call, then deliver even more value by surfacing questions I wouldn't have otherwise thought to ask.
— Hey, I'm Joe Casabona.
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Why I’m Buying Music Again in 2026 [Paper & Smoke]
I bought a modern iPod — not because I needed one, but because I realized I didn’t actually own most of the music I thought I did.
It began with my daughter’s intense love of music. I’m committed to keeping smartphones out of my kids’ lives until they’re teens, and that meant finding a way for her to enjoy music without an internet-connected device
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The $99 Gadget Every Solopreneur Needs (Not AI)
Stop wasting time on repetitive tasks.
If you think the Stream Deck is only for gamers, you’re missing out on the most powerful automation tool on your desk.
In this video, I break down why every solopreneur needs a Stream Deck to:
- Kill Friction: Move and resize windows instantly without "finagling."
- One-Touch Context: Open every app and URL needed for accounting or filming with one button.
- Master Zoom: Control your mic, camera, and reactions without digging through menus.
Get the Stream Deck: https://amzn.to/2YFWvD4
You Can’t Just Prompt Your Way to Success
I used to work at a deli in New York1, where we were incredibly busy during lunch on weekdays. There were multiple law firms and offices that would place their full-staff lunch order with us, as well as folks who would walk in and…
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Why I Love Talking to my Phone Now
I remember when Nextel first launched its “push-to-talk” walkie-talkie feature back in the late 90s. It mostly resulted in people yelling into their phones at the mall, and it honestly made me hate the idea of talking to my phone in public for decades. But things have changed.
Between the rise of asynchronous communication and the power of AI transcription, I’ve found that talking to my phone is actually one of the best ways to stay productive while I’m away from my desk.
In this episode, I’m breaking down why I’ve embraced talking to my phone. I’ll share the two specific apps that have simplified my workflow—Whisper Memos and Todoist’s Ramble feature—so I can capture context, brain dump my shutdown routines, and turn spoken ideas into actionable tasks without losing a single thought.
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Show Notes
- **Whisper Memos:** The iOS app I use for high-quality transcription and custom summaries.
- **Todoist:** My go-to task manager, specifically using the new “Ramble” feature for voice-to-task entry.
- Video: Todoist Killed My Favorite Automation (and I’m Happy About It)
- Streamlined Feedback: Share how you use voice notes at streamlinedfeedback.com
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I’m Also Giving Up Amazon
As one of Warren Buffett’s last acts at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, he did something that caused a lot of headlines.
Why I’m Returning the remarkable 2 [Audio Note]
I tested the reMarkable 2 with the Type Folio keyboard hoping for a distraction?free, E?ink writing experience.
It’s a great device but I found it wasn’t great for my workflow. Here’s why.
Plus, a new experiment.
Let me know your thoughts at https://streamlinedfeedback.com.
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