In this episode of Able Heads, we go behind the scenes with Mike Di Genova, founder of Work Louder — the hardware startup rethinking creative tools from the ground up. From building their first keyboard prototypes with 3D printers to launching Creator Board and Nomad[E], Mike shares the real, unfiltered story of how Work Louder came to be.
We talk about:
Why Mike chose to launch a hardware startup
The messy middle of prototyping, funding, and feedback
How embracing imperfection led to the “Make It Now” philosophy
Creator XYZ and what’s next for 3D printed gear and community-driven products
Lessons in team-building, creative risk-taking, and making stuff for the internet age
If you’re building something bold or thinking about starting, this one’s packed with real talk, wins, stumbles, and experiments that paid off.
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