I don't know if it's the warmer weather or what, but whenever spring rolls around I find myself inspired to get. stuff. done. Whether it's just a deep spring clean at my house, a purge of clothing I haven't worn in months, or in my business, I just feel like I have added fuel to get through the things on my to-do list I have ignored for months. Here are six apps to help increase productivity, and efficiency, if you find yourself similarly inspired.
Apps to Stay Organized & Increase Productivity
1. Clear - Tasks, Reminders & To-Do LIsts, clear is the revolutionary to-do and reminders app that make you more productive. its as easy to use as pen and paper, and once you start organizing your life with Clear you’ll wonder how you ever managed without it.
Cost: $4.99 on iTunes (offers in-app purchases) Not available on Google Play for Andriod
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 8.0 or later.
2. TaskRabbit, this app helps you find safe and reliable help in your neighborhood. Their taskrabbits are background-checked, carefully screened and interviewed to ensure that you have the best (and safest) experience getting your tasks done. Get help with house cleaning, moving, running errands, and waiting in line just to name a few!
Cost: Free Download on iTunes and Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.1 or later. Requires Android 4.0.3 and up.
3. SHYP, this app lets you ship any item from home. just snap a picture of what you want to send, input in the address and request a pickup - they’ll be there in under 20 minutes to pick up your unboxed items or returns for $5 plus the lowest price for shipping. Now serving San Francisco, NYC, Brooklyn, Miami & soon to be LA.
Cost: Free Download on iTunes and Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.1 or later. Requires Android 4.0 and up.
4. Awesome Note (+ToDo), the only app that combines the ability to take notes, create to-do lists and update your calendar in one.
Cost: $3.99 on iTunes. Not available on Google Play for Andriod
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 5.1.1 or later.
5. Fancy Hands, the fancy hands app gives you access to thousands of US-based virtual assistants, ready to help you wherever you are in the world. As a member of the service, you can tell us what you need and an assistant will start working for you right away.
Cost: Free Download on iTunes and Google Play
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.0 or later. Requires Android 4.0 and up.
6. CARROT To-Do - Talking Task List, this app doesn’t just make getting things done fun - it makes getting things done addictive. CARROT is the world’s first to-do list with a personality - she’ll reward you for getting things done but be careful! Slackers might make CARROT upset.
Cost: $2.99 on iTunes and Google Play. Not available on Google Play for Andriod
Requirements: Compatible with iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Requires iOS 7.0 or later.
What apps do you use to increase efficiency and productivity? Did we miss any of your favorites?
PS- Check out past app suggestions.