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July 24, 2023 64 mins

Welcome to the Message Engineer Show with your host, Maureen Shaffer.

In this episode of the Message Engineer Podcast for medtech startups, we have a fascinating conversation with Jeremy Nagel, the CEO of FocusBear. As a neurodivergent software developer turned startup founder, Jeremy brings a unique perspective to the world of entrepreneurship. He successfully sold his prior startup, Smooth Messenger, to MessageMedia in 2022 and now serves as a product manager at MessageMedia. Join us as we dive deep into Jeremy's latest venture, FocusBear, an innovative productivity and work-life balance app specifically designed for individuals with ADHD. We explore the challenges of founding companies, the intricacies of raising funds, and the importance of properly understanding and connecting with neurodivergent audiences. As a medical device startup, it's crucial to grasp the nuances of messaging neurodivergent individuals, and Jeremy sheds light on what is often missed in this respect. Gain valuable insights into the world of ADHD, and discover how FocusBear is transforming the lives of those with this condition. Don't miss this engaging and informative interview with Jeremy Nagel, the visionary CEO of FocusBear, as we unravel the secrets to effective communication with neurodivergent audiences. Tune in now!


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Exit the messaging struggle bus! Medical device messaging is challenging and complex. On the Message Engineer Show we dissect best practices for messaging in the ever-changing health care field from prominent CEOs and influencers who have a word or two to say about what makes for GREAT messaging. Jump on the express lane to the best engineered messages and follow along! We engineer clear, compelling, and competitive messages to drive successful fundraising (seed, Series A, Series B) and grow revenue for medical device, health tech, and medtech startups.


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