The Origin Story of CORXLY
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The Origin Story of CORXLY *
I’ve been in operations for over ten years, managing projects with various teams. Imagine juggling multiple to-do lists in different notebooks, deadlines scribbled on sticky notes, and crucial action items buried in email threads. I tried using tools like Evernote, but even then, a structured project management system was out of reach. Despite being good at my job, things still slipped through the cracks. Clients and colleagues were disappointed, and I felt ashamed. Why couldn’t I figure this out? Why was this so hard for me?
A Turning Point
When I started consulting, I saw the same chaos in my clients’ workflows. They struggled just like I did. It wasn’t just me. Every project management tool—ClickUp, Trello, Asana, Notion—nothing stuck. Then, I got diagnosed with ADHD. Suddenly, it all made sense. This struggle wasn’t a personal failing; it was how my brain worked.
The Lightbulb Moment
About a year after my diagnosis, ChatGPT came out. I jumped on the bandwagon, using it for everything from meal planning to brainstorming. One day, I wondered if it could help me create a project plan. I experimented, using Otter AI to record and transcribe my project ideas and ChatGPT to generate structured plans. The results were better than I ever imagined. It was a game-changer.
Building CROXLY
This experience sparked the idea for CORXLY. I needed a project management tool that adapted to neurodivergent needs. CORXLY features a widget-based homepage you can customize without coding. Whether you need mental health support, motivation, project status updates, or productivity tracking, CORXLY’S got a button for that. It’s designed to remove the shame around productivity and empower you to work your way.
Facing Challenges
The journey hasn’t been easy. Funding is a constant challenge, and I’ve battled imposter syndrome. Who am I, a Latina immigrant from Queens, to build a SaaS product? Tech entrepreneurship wasn’t in my plans, but I saw a need and decided to fill it. I never thought I’d become a tech founder, but here we are. CORXLY aims to bring accessibility and organization to those who feel disorganized and unproductive. We’re here to help you achieve your goals, one widget at a time