I am Adam Yong, Founder of Agility Writer, an AI tool designed to help users create in-depth, well-researched, and SEO-optimized articles quickly by automating writing tasks.
Company: Agility Writer
We are thrilled to have you join us today, welcome to ValiantCEO Magazine’s exclusive interview! Let’s start off with a little introduction. Tell our readers a bit about yourself and your company.
Adam Yong: My name is Adam Yong, Founder of Agility Writer, a tool I created to help people write better content faster. My background as a developer and consultant gave me the technical knowledge to understand how systems can make life easier. After years in the tech and marketing world, I realized how challenging it could be to create SEO-optimized content that not only contains the right keywords but actually provided value to readers. That’s when I started Agility Writer, to streamline content creation and bring quality to the forefront.
Agility Writer automates many of the repetitive tasks that come with writing such as researching, outlining, and optimizing for SEO. It was designed to be a solution for writers and marketers who want to focus on creativity and strategy without getting bogged down by the technical side of things. I hve always believed that the best tools should make work easier, not add another layer of complexity. That’s why our goal is to make content creation efficient while ensuring it resonates with audiences and performs well on search engines.
How do you personally define success, and how has that definition evolved throughout your career?
Adam Yong: Success for me has shifted from external markers like recognition or profit to more personal milestones such as creating something meaningful and helping others succeed. Early in my career, success was all about tangible results, like landing big clients or hitting revenue targets. But as I moved from one role to another, especially when I founded Agility Writer, I realized that success is more about the impact I’m making in the long run.
I measure success by how my work helps people solve problems. With Agility Writer, I wanted to make the process of writing easier and more effective for users. Seeing customers transform the way they write and create content efficiently feels like a huge win. I now focus on sustainable growth. Helping users achieve their goals gives me a deeper sense of fulfillment. The definition continues to evolve as I build tools that drive results in ways I had not imagined before.
What lasting impact do you hope to leave through your business, and what steps are you taking to build that legacy?
Adam Yong: I want Agility Writer to redefine how content creators approach writing. My goal is to help businesses and individuals produce high-quality, SEO-optimized articles without feeling overwhelmed by the writing process. The lasting impact I aim to leave is enabling users to focus more on creativity and strategic planning, while automation handles the repetitive tasks like research and formatting.
To build this legacy, I’m focused on constantly refining the tool to stay ahead of industry trends. I’m also listening closely to user feedback, ensuring we are addressing real needs with our product. In real life, I apply this mindset by continuously improving our features, making it smarter and faster. I don’t just want to help people write but I want them to see AI as a partner in their creative journey. This way, they are empowered to write more and worry less.
Beyond financial success, what initiatives—whether in mentorship, sustainability, or social responsibility—are you most proud of?
Adam Yong: I am particularly proud of creating our tool with a focus on empowering users. The tool automates writing tasks, but the deeper value lies in helping individuals and businesses improve their content production without compromising quality. I have seen how it enables people to communicate their ideas more clearly and confidently, whether they are new to SEO or have years of experience.
On a broader scale, I have worked with startups and small businesses, offering guidance and resources to help them grow sustainably. For me, it’s about creating solutions that simplify processes, reduce the environmental impact, and give back to the community. I believe tools we can play a part in that, by reducing the time and energy spent on manual writing tasks, letting creators focus more on innovation.
A specific initiative I’m proud of is our collaboration with local educators, helping them integrate AI tools into their curriculum for the next generation of writers and marketers.
What lessons have you learned about leadership that you wish more entrepreneurs understood early on?
Adam Yong: Leadership isn’t just about giving orders or setting visions. It’s about understanding your team’s strengths and weaknesses and working alongside them. I have learned that a leader’s role is to create an environment where people feel empowered to take ownership of their tasks. I have had the chance to grow teams, and I have realized that micromanaging only slows down creativity and productivity. Letting your team make decisions builds trust and accountability.
A big lesson for me was that leadership requires adaptability. In tech, things evolve rapidly, and the needs of your team may shift unexpectedly. Staying rigid in your methods can hold you back. When we were scaling, we had to adjust our approach multiple times to keep up with AI and SEO trends. Trusting the process of evolution rather than sticking only to the original plan made all the difference.
Looking ahead, how do you see your industry evolving, and what role do you hope to play in shaping its future?
Adam Yong: The industry is definitely shifting toward more advanced AI capabilities, especially when it comes to content creation. Tools like ours are already streamlining how people approach SEO writing, but I think we are about to see a bigger push toward AI that not only generates content quickly but also understands deeper nuances in tone, style, and voice.
As more businesses realize the importance of combining human creativity with AI, I want to ensure that we can help bridge that gap by offering tools that don’t just automate but enhance the writing process, making it more efficient while still preserving the human touch.
From my experience building tech solutions, it’s clear that the future will demand even greater personalization and AI adaptability. I see Agility Writer growing into a platform that anticipates user needs and adapts to various niches, keeping SEO content not only high-performing but also authentic and engaging.
