Focusmate – virtual coworking and accountability partners to help productivity

Really cool idea!

I'm surprised that it's free. Kind of wish it cost a nominal amount ($10/mo?) so that I knew I wouldn't be matched with a crazy person.

I've been using focusmate for months, it's surprisingly effective (I figured since they can't see my screen I'd go on hn/twitter anyways, but I dont). Not only is it good for staying on task, I find the biggest benefit is committing to be in your chair at a certain time.

tried it, it's sorta like crossfit for work - kinda awkward at first, but effective.

translation: it held my feet to the fire and got me paid (as opposed to laid, like crossfit lol)