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Building a Design-First App Business that Stays Small on Purpose — Andy Allen, Not Boring Software

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On the podcast: Andy Allen shares how he went from designing the never-shipped Microsoft Courier tablet and co-founding the Apple Design Award-winning drawing app Paper to starting !Boring Software (Not Boring Software) — a deliberately tiny, 2-person studio built around one rule: never make boring software again. He talks about why staying small on purpose protects you from getting trapped in a business you hate, how a "patron plan" with no extra features outsold expectations, why sound design and haptics are the most underused tools in app development, and how 3 years of false starts led to Not Boring Camera — an app that strips out all of Apple's photo processing so you can take expressive photos instead of technically perfect ones.

Top Takeaways:
🎨 Design can be the entire value proposition — not just a nice-to-have
People pay premiums for notebooks, furniture, and cars based on aesthetics, yet the software industry still assumes you need feature differentiation to charge money.

🔒 The biggest risk isn't failure — it's getting trapped in a business you don't want to run Structure your company, your incentives, and your product roadmap around the work you actually want to do, not the work that seems most scalable.

🎭 Doing the uncool thing often has the most staying power
The projects that resonate most tend to be the ones nobody else wanted to do — starting an app business when everyone else was chasing SaaS turned out to be the right move.

💰 Patronage works when your mission resonates
If people see you fighting a battle they believe in, they'll pay significantly more than the value of the features they unlock — they're funding the effort, not buying a product.

🔊 Sound design is the most underused tool in app development
One sound file repeated is grating; a dozen slightly different versions of the same click — borrowed from game audio — makes software feel alive without adding real complexity.

📷 Default camera apps ensure you never take a bad photo — but you can never take a great one
Stripping out computational processing and putting expressive tools into the moment of capture makes people want to go outside and take photos of random things again.

🧱 Ship complete products and move on
Committing to "this is the app we made" — no V3 feature bloat, no chatbot in the corner — forces you onto the more creatively interesting path of making something new every year.

About Andy Allen:
🚀 Founder and designer behind !Boring Software (Not Boring Software), an app studio creating expressive, design-led utility apps including Not Boring Weather, Calculator, Timer, Habits, Vibes, and Camera.

👋 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewsallen/

🌐 Learn more about Not Boring Software – https://notbor.ing/

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Episode Highlights:
[00:00] The fear of building the wrong business
[00:45] WWDC, Apple Design Awards, and Not Boring Camera merch
[04:27] Growing up in a remote Alaskan fishing village
[06:09] Studying visual communication design
[08:51] Early interaction design work at Ziba
[13:37] Moving to Microsoft and working on Courier
[17:48] Designing tools for creativity instead of consumption
[22:03] Building Paper for iPad
[28:15] Raising VC and selling FiftyThree
[30:05] The origin of Not Boring Software
[35:28] Building a small business on purpose
[37:39] Testing whether design can be enough
[45:51] Subscriptions, skins, and patronage
[50:28] Why customers support the mission
[53:03] Avoiding a business you do not want to run
[55:47] Sound design, haptics, and game-inspired software
[01:03:15] Performance trade-offs with 3D app design
[01:06:06] Building Not Boring Camera
[01:12:13] Super RAW, LUTs, and expressive photography
[01:17:11] Why the moment of creation matters
[01:20:33] Andy’s creative inspirations

This Hack Can Get You 1,000 Subscribers FAST (Small Channel)

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Want to get 1,000 subscribers in 24 hours on YouTube? In this video, I reveal a powerful new hack small creators can use to grow fast, get more views, and increase subscribers quickly — even if you’re just starting out.

If you’ve been struggling to grow your channel, get subscribers, or hit the YouTube monetization requirement, this strategy will show you how to trigger the algorithm, attract the right audience, and grow faster than normal.

The truth is, most creators are doing the wrong things — posting random content, using weak titles, and not understanding how YouTube actually works. This video breaks it down in a simple, practical way you can apply immediately.

In this video, you’ll learn:
• How to get 1,000 subscribers fast on YouTube
• A new YouTube hack for small creators
• How to get more views and grow your channel quickly
• How to trigger the YouTube algorithm for recommendations
• How to attract the right audience to your channel
• Smart strategies to grow a small YouTube channel in 2026

This works best for:
beginners on YouTube
small channels with low subscribers
faceless YouTube creators
anyone trying to reach monetization fast

You don’t need a big channel to grow — you need the right strategy.

If you apply this correctly, you can start seeing more views, more subscribers, and faster growth within days.

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15 Small Business Machines on Amazon to Make Money! (With Prices)

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15 Small Business Machines on Amazon to Make Money! (With Prices)

Here is the Links of the 15 small business machines on amazon to make money we listed in this video.

#15 — VEVOR BUTTON MAKER MACHINE 3-in-1 — $80.90
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#14 — VEVOR TUMBLER HEAT PRESS MACHINE — $81.56
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#13 — LET’S RESIN UV RESIN JEWELRY MAKING KIT (153Pcs) — $27.99
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#12 — VEVOR HOT DOG ROLLER GRILL — $169.90
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#11 — CRICUT MAKER 4 SMART CUTTING MACHINE — $399.00
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#10 — BROTHER SE700 SEWING u0026 EMBROIDERY MACHINE — $579.99
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#9 — SAWGRASS SG500 SUBLIMATION PRINTER BUNDLE — $649.95
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#8 — VEVOR COMMERCIAL CANDY VENDING MACHINE — $189.99
https://bit.ly/3OTRmpo

#7 — VEVOR COTTON CANDY MACHINE COMMERCIAL — $127.93
https://bit.ly/4t9rjIA

#6 — DJI MINI 4 PRO DRONE (DJI RC 2) — $815.00
https://bit.ly/4wdCcMz

#5 — ATOMSTACK A20 PRO V2 20W LASER ENGRAVER — $399.99
https://bit.ly/4n32MDI

#4 — ELEGOO SATURN 4 ULTRA 16K RESIN 3D PRINTER — $493.99
https://bit.ly/4wbdzQA

#3 — MWE 360 PHOTO BOOTH MACHINE — $749.00
https://bit.ly/4tYQWNu

#2 — VEVOR VACUUM FREEZE DRYER — $3,659.90
https://bit.ly/4tYQXB2

#1 — XTOOL S1 LASER ENGRAVER WITH AIR ASSIST u0026 HONEYCOMB — $849.00
https://bit.ly/4tdVgaJ

Looking to turn a side hustle into real income? This video breaks down 15 powerful machines that can help you start and scale a small business from home or locally. From low-cost tools like button makers and resin kits to high-earning equipment like laser engravers, drones, and freeze dryers, each option offers real profit potential. Learn which machines deliver the best ROI, what products sell fast, and how beginners can start earning quickly. Whether you're launching your first hustle or upgrading your setup, these machines can help you build a steady income stream in 2026.

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The Mindset That Made Dhoni a Legend | Dream Big Even If You’re From a Small Town

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MS Dhoni opens up like never before in this conversation with Raj Shamani. From fear, insecurity, and pressure to dreams, mindset, and challenges — this podcast gives a rare look inside the mind of one of India’s greatest captains.

Chapters:
00:00 Does Dhoni Feel Fear?
00:56 Raj Shamani Gets Emotional Seeing Dhoni in Front of Him
01:28 MS Dhoni on Insecurity
02:56 MS Dhoni’s Winning Mindset
04:24 Dream of Playing for India
05:30 Fear of His Father
06:42 Why Dreaming Big Is Hard in Small Towns
07:33 How Dhoni Faces Challenges
10:01 MS Dhoni on his Retirement

This episode is full of life lessons about confidence, handling pressure, staying calm, and believing in yourself even when the world doubts you.

watch full podcast on Dhoni App

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20 Small Machines That Can Earn You Daily Income

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In this video, we reveal 20 small business machines that can help you start earning money—even with a low budget!

0:00 – Introduction: 20 Small Business Machines
0:34 – Concrete Cement Mold
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08WT9M2S6?tag=toolsinformyt-20
1:40 – Eyeglass Lens Polishing Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DNSX1XFD?tag=toolsinformyt-20
2:27 – Balloon Stuffing Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFJMRXFG?tag=toolsinformyt-20
3:25 – Nacho Food Warmer Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FCDXSGYP?tag=toolsinformyt-20
4:21 – Cotton Candy Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MG2N08O?tag=toolsinformyt-20
5:11 – Ice Cream u0026 Slushie Machine
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0FF9G6GTR?tag=toolsinformyt-20
6:02 – Food Dehydrator (Snack Business)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004Z915M4?tag=toolsinformyt-20
6:52 – Steam Cleaner (Cleaning Service Business)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DCXCMCKD?tag=toolsinformyt-20
7:47 – Manual Liquid Filling Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTJZMRG3?tag=toolsinformyt-20
8:40 – Automatic Liquid Filling Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DP6741FG?tag=toolsinformyt-20
9:34 – Electric Strapping Machine (Packaging)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0B8S5B3GC?tag=toolsinformyt-20
10:24 – Large Format Laminator
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07ZQ7K1RM?tag=toolsinformyt-20
11:13 – Cutting u0026 Embossing Machine
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1XWBYJT?tag=toolsinformyt-20
12:03 – Product Photography Light Box (360 Studio)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M5LPRBF?tag=toolsinformyt-20
13:04 – Sublimation Printer (Custom Products)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFNF17RH?tag=toolsinformyt-20
13:51 – Screen Printing Kit
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CPPQQ53G?tag=toolsinformyt-20
14:46 – CNC Router Machine (Woodworking Business)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D8T9CQVV?tag=toolsinformyt-20
15:43 – Oil Press Machine (Food Production)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DC463S8N?tag=toolsinformyt-20
16:41 – Vinyl Cutter
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B083R4S2MX?tag=toolsinformyt-20
17:36 – Laser Cleaning Machine (Industrial Service)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22BQYVC?tag=toolsinformyt-20

From home-based setups to scalable ideas, these machines are perfect for beginners, side hustlers, and future entrepreneurs. Whether you want passive income or a full-time business, there’s something here for you.

Disclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. These devices should only be used for legal and ethical security testing.

Disclosure : “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”

How to Make Small Income by Ads Watching | Beginner Friendly Guide 2026

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Are you looking for a simple way to earn small income online in 2026? In this beginner-friendly guide, I explain how watching ads platforms work and how you can earn small rewards by viewing advertisements.
In this video, you will learn:
• How ad viewing websites and apps work
• How much you can realistically earn
• Important tips before joining any platform
• How to avoid scams
• Who this method is suitable for
Please understand that watching ads is not a full-time job and will not replace a regular income. It is only a small side earning method for beginners who want to explore online income opportunities.
Always research any platform carefully before signing up and never invest money without proper verification.
If you found this video helpful, like the video and subscribe for more beginner-friendly online earning guides.

website link
https://viefaucet.com/

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Disclaimer:
This video is for educational and informational purposes only. I do not guarantee any specific income or earnings. Results depend on the platform, availability of advertisements, user activity, and other factors. Please do your own research before joining any website or app. I am not responsible for any financial decisions you make.

How to Start a Small Business in 2026 ✨📦🖤 Honest Advice & Things I Learned Through Experience

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✨ Small Business Checklist
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Starting a small business can feel exciting, overwhelming, inspiring, exhausting…all of the above.

In this video, I’m sharing 6 things I with someone told me before I started my small business.

I'll also be walking through 9 steps to take when starting a small business, including things people don’t always talk about like branding, shipping, content creation, inventory, late nights, mistakes, and learning as you go.

This isn’t a “get rich quick” video. It’s a look into what actually goes into building something from the ground up while creating a business you genuinely enjoy building.

I will be posting a PART TWO sharing all my favorite things around my shop including my shipping station and organization, so stay tuned!
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5 Things I Learned After 5 Years of Running My Small Business ✿ content creation, discipline, Q&A!

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CHAPTERS
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How I Make Money as a Cozy Self-Employed Artist ✿ The BIG Q&A: Finance, Taxes, Small Biz, Confidence

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00:00 – 00:33 Intro
00:34 – 04:44 My Streams Of Income
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06:00 – 08:13 Small biz Finance For Beginners
08:14 – 09:51 Tax Basics
09:51 – 12:47 My Background u0026 How to Get Started
12:48 – 14:28 How to Deal with Pressure
14:29 – 16:02 How I Plan my Day
16:03 – 17:41 My Filming Setup
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