Do you think time saving apps are helping or adding more complexity?

Ernest Wolfe

3d ago

21 replies

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Ash G @ash_grover

It's helpful to track the time spent on tasks. Apps can show where your time is going and help you manage it better.

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@ash_grover Time tracking apps can be eye-openers for where our time actually goes.

Jan 21

Denis Kirichenko @voiset

It all depends on your needs, daily schedule, whether you work alone, and how many projects you’re managing in parallel. Based on my experience, if you have multiple parallel projects, a task planner can be incredibly helpful because it’s simply impossible to keep all the details in your head. If you’re working alone on a single project, a basic Excel sheet might suffice. However, if you work in software development, it’s better to use task-tracking systems, of which there are plenty, with Jira being one of the gold standards alongside Trello and YouTrack. Three years ago, we started developing our own Voiset — AI task planner, to combine personal and business tasks. Overall, it saves time when frequently switching contexts, as it takes all calendars into account and builds a personalized schedule. However, what might be a magic wand for one person could be a useless tool for another.

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@voiset Great insights! I completely agree that the effectiveness of a tool depends on the user's needs and context. Voiset sounds like an interesting approach to tacking the challenge of managing both personal and business tasks seamlessly.

Jan 21

Shabnam Katoch @shabb_katoch

I think they are really helping, but sometimes it's scary as to how our entire workflow depends on them

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@shabb_katoch That's such a valid point! It's amazing how much they simplify our lives, but it's a bit unsettling to realize how dependent we've become.

Jan 21

Harold Gary @harold_gary

Time-saving apps can be helpful by making tasks quicker, but their effectiveness also depends on the app's ease of use and how frequently you use it. For me, iBoysoft MagicMenu on my MacBook Pro has saved me a significant amount of work time. For example, it enhances the right-click menu, providing a convenient and reliable method for simplifying tasks. What sets it apart from other apps is its ability to create personalized right-click shortcuts, boosting efficiency. With just a right-click, I can easily create new files, move or copy items, quickly access folders, copy file paths, search for and delete duplicates, archive files, uninstall apps, and more. It offers a faster, smarter way to manage files on a daily basis.

Jan 21

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@harold_gary iBoysoft MagicMenu sounds like a super handy tool for streamlining tasks. Personalizing the right click menu to suit your workflow is such a smart way to save time.

Jan 21

Olivia Rose Thompson @lucasbenjaminfoster1

Some time tracking tools definitely help by giving visibility into where your hours go. But too many bells and whistles can make it a chore. I'm liking Clockify lately - simple interface but powerful reporting. Anyone else have a favorite that strikes the right balance?

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@lucasbenjaminfoster1 I've been using Toggl, and it strikes a great balance too.

Jan 21

Christopher Allen Scott @christopherallenscott

Some time tracking apps definitely help with productivity, like Toggl for seeing where your time goes and RescueTime for blocking distractions. But others can be way too complex with all their features and end up wasting more time than they save. I think the key is finding simple tools that fit your workflow without overcomplicating things. Anyone have apps they recommend that are actually useful without the bloat?

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@christopherallenscott Simplicity is key. I've found Clockify to be pretty straightforward and effective for time tracking without overwhelming features. Also, Notion works great for organizing tasks in a clean way.

Jan 21

Asvini Lakkepuram @asvini_l

I feel like they are helping a lot for my time track. Especially https://beyondtime.ai/app is helping me to do tasks easily without any complexity.

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@asvini_l Glad to hear BeyondTime.ai is working well for you! It's always great to find a tool that simplifies things instead of adding to the clutter.

Jan 21

Asvini Lakkepuram @asvini_l

@nestolobo thank you. Do check the app and let me know the how is it helping you.

Jan 21

James Cooper @focusaur

What features or functions do the time-saving apps typically have? I often use AI products to help me save time at work, such as by handling repetitive tasks and performing data analysis.

Jan 20

Ernest Wolfe @nestolobo

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@focusaur AI products can be a game changer for saving time by automating repetitive tasks and simplifying data analysis. I'd add that time saving apps often focus on streamlining workflows, like project management or task prioritization.

Jan 21

Sonu Goswami @sonu_goswami2

@nestolobo Time management tools should make things easier, not add more stress. When used right, they can help us get more done and leave us with extra time for what really matters. It’s all about working smarter, not harder.

Jan 20

Kelly B. Menchaca @kelly_b_menchaca

Time saving apps are great, but if they’re not intuitive, they just create more problems

Jan 20

ata @atal163

The key is finding apps that truly integrate seamlessly into your routine and solve specific problems without creating new ones.

Jan 20

kazmi @kazmi111

I feel like they are helping a lot with my time tracking. Especially https://neftlixapk.com/ is making it easy for me to complete tasks without any complexity.

Jan 20