7 apps to help you perform better at work – @Ladders

By Amber Stanley

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There never seems to be enough time during the workday! In today’s technology-oriented, fast-paced society (with an even more competitive job market!) professionals are expected to juggle multiple tasks daily – like projects, business campaigns, meetings and pitching ideas to supervisors – all while staying connected and active on email, mobile devices and social media.

However, technology is also our friend – the right mobile apps and web tools can drastically simplify your life in this tech-driven workforce. With relevant apps, you’ll not only get your work done faster and more easily, but the end result will be even better. (And, you’ll seem like quite the innovator and problem-solver among your team, teaching others how to work smarter, not harder, too!)

So if you’re constantly seeking new ways to do more in less time, there are multitudes of online resources to help you become more productive. Here is a list of effective productivity apps that you can use at work.

1. Boomerang

Contacting people via email can be tricky – it’s easy for one message to get lost among the dozens of spam messages and newsletters most professionals receive daily. This problem worsens when you’re unable to send a message at the appropriate time, when you think the receiver is available to read and respond. But sometimes there isn’t enough time in the day to compose and send an email at a reasonable hour!

But the Gmail app, Boomerang, solves this problem for you by allowing users to schedule emails for later. You can send, view and act on emails on your most convenient time – so your colleague can see your email pop up at 9 a.m., even though you sent it at 9 p.m. in front of the TV. By clicking the ‘Send Later‘ button, you can choose between sending the message at a set interval or at a specific date and time. The app also gives you the ability to postpone messages you have received in your inbox.

2. Doodle

Doodle is a free, online calendar well-suited for companies. It helps you coordinate meetings among several busy individuals, making scheduling virtually effortless. With Doodle, you can create surveys which indicate the days and times people are available to meet. Even if your colleagues aren’t on a unified calendar scheduling app, Doodle will email those you invited, polling their availability as well.

3. Pocket

Looking for an app to capture and store content, articles and information from the web? Pocket is your new best friend. You can save any links, news and files into your device using this app and read it later when you’re free. Even without internet connection, you can still view your saved items.

4. Resumesplanet

There are tons of proposal drafts piled on your desk and you still have no time to finish all of it. The expert business writer and editor at Resumesplanet can help! They can assist you in constructing strategic plans, and even ensure that every document is flawlessly written.

 5. Phlo

Phlo is known for its all-in-one search feature which speeds up the process of web browsing. It comes with a large database of search engines, and users can easily add or remove their preferred search browsers. This time-saving application is responsive and lightning-fast in delivering results.

6. Focus Booster

Harness your focus and get more done at work by using Focus Booster, an app that is designed based on the principles of the Pomodoro technique. This basically involves doing a particular task in a 25-minute time frame, with a five-minute break between each. Taking regular breaks will keep your focus sharp. This type of management system allows you to practice expanding your attention span without going overboard.

7. Evernote 

Evernote is a must-have item in your productivity toolbox. This multipurpose app allows you to write notes and to-do lists that sync across all devices. It is loaded with incredibly useful organization, formatting and sharing options. Also, obtaining business cards has never been easier with Evernote’s scanning feature.

If you’re constantly feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number tasks looming over your head each workday, try one of these apps you think will simplify your to-do list. The apps listed above to are specifically designed to help you accomplish more work in less time – and, consequently, avoid getting left behind on your deadlines. You can work more efficiently when you have the proper technology at your disposal – and know how to use it!.

1 Comment

  1. Manson

    This was really interesting and informative blog.

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