When it comes to productivity, nothing beats a solid computer with awesome (and free) software. Many are still pen and paper junkies, but there’s just something about clicking another item off your to-do list or automatically accounting for expenses that takes the cake.
Therefore, here are a few free productivity apps that you can grab for free from the web.
ToDoIst.com – Simplistic task management software
Need to stay on task from anywhere you are? ToDoIst is your cup of tea. ToDoIst is a free, online task management system that allows you to group tasks into projects and easily see what you have coming up.
You can view ToDoIst on your computer, phone, or anywhere you have an internet connection! This is crucial because new to-do’s usually pop up when you’re out and about. The ability to enter a new task into the system keeps you focused on the task at hand.
ToDoIst is a great alternative to Things for Mac if you don’t want to pay for the software. Try it out!
Mint.com – All your financial numbers in one place
Mint is perhaps one of the most comprehensive free financial management software applications on the internet today. You start by entering your financial account information which is securely processed and organized. You can create a budget and easily track your financial status from any computer and many phone applications.
One recent improvement of Mint.com is that you can now set financial goals. For example, you can create a “Vacation” goal that alerts you once you have saved up enough money. The progress bars also create helpful visual representations of how close you are to achieving your goals.
OutRight.com – Business accounting made easy
For all the small-business types out there, accounting can be one of the most stressful elements of making money. Keeping track of everything can pull us away from seeking more income. OutRight.com seeks to solve this issue by linking to online accounts (such as PayPal) to automatically keep track of as many transactions as possible.
I’ve found OutRight.com a useful tool for bloggers and online entrepreneurs. Automation is a valuable asset for those who are engrossed in the tech world, and I’d recommend this free online app to anyone needing some help in the accounting department.
So there you have it! These three free online apps are sure to enhance your productivity and get you headed in the right direction. Do you have a favorite free online service? Share it with us in the comments!
! John wrote two articles for the book: "Budgeting for Groceries" and "How Grocery Stores Work."
