The Best Time-Saving Apps

Efficiency & Time ManagementWell-being & BalanceAll employees≈ 15 min

Key skill: Time management & prioritisation

Summary

A tour of ten apps and mind-mapping to put technology back in the service of your time: passwords, note-taking, task management, team collaboration, and organising ideas.

Target audience

Anyone looking to improve their time management.

Learning objectives

Manage your passwords effectively with LastPass.
Organise and sync your notes with Evernote.
Manage customer service and emails with FrontApp.
Collaborate with your team using Slack and Trello.

Module outline

ArticlesA self-assessment through 4 characters presenting their challenges: Raoul (password management), Barbara (sharing notes), Rosa (project management), John (visualising ideas) · ChatGPT's advice on the best apps for specific needs · 5 recommended apps: StayFocusd, Focus@Will, Forest, Freedom, Pomodoro Timer
Expert videoAn introduction to the 10 apps and mind-mapping to optimise your time and productivity despite the challenges of digital technology
AnchoringQuiz and True/False questions to dive deeper into the topic and cement what you've learned
Memo cardDownloadable coaching memo card: the key points from the expert video
CommitmentConcrete examples to help you define your own commitment

Models & methods

Mind-mapping; the left-brain/right-brain distinction; splitting work time into work-break intervals.

Research-based

App selection inspired by Alexandre Roth's recommendations.