Five-time entrepreneur Frank Addante lists the digital gems that helps organise and save time:
Sanebox:
It uses algorithms to organise your e-mail on priority basis. You will be hooked.Tips: Trust it. Check @SaneLater, @SaneBilk, @SaneBlackHole.
Evernote:
Store your notes in the cloud — allowing access — from any computer or mobile device.Tips: Scan or fax documents to Evernote. Keep copies of all critical identification in a notebook called Wallet.
Dropbox:
Securely file away your digital documents in the cloud, and work on them from any computer or mobile device.Tips: Create folders and put them on your PC or smartphone. Use working Draft like a desktop and never actually store anything on computer desktop, then drag it to To File.
Action Method:
An online app that helps you organise to-do lists, track and delegate tasks.Tips: Use Action Method’s three colour codes to set your priorities. Download the desktop, iPad, and mobile apps and set to open at login.
TripIt:
Files all your itineraries in one place. You can even automatically send itineraries to your always-worried mom. The Pro version alerts flight delays and gate changes.Tips: Download the mobile app and put it on your home screen. Create a contact for plans@tripit.com and forward all itineraries to that contact.
YouMail:
This voice-mail service transcribes your voicemail messages and sends them by e-mail or text, or both. The mobile app makes it easy to view, listen, read, and forward your voice mails.HootSuite:
This website allows you to use Twitter, FB, LinkedIn, Yammer, and others all from one place.Tips: Stay connected, read and post on social media. Try HootSuite’s new ‘auto schedule’ feature, so you can spread out your posts and do not flood your networks with many in a row.
Yammer:
It is like a private Twitter stream just for your company.Tips: Get everyone in your company to sign up. Use it as your main means of communicating information. This way, everyone will adapt to Yammer, because no one wants to miss out. Allow employees to post ‘business’ and ‘fun’ material. The fun material makes it more entertaining, and, in turn, the business material is more likely to be read.
miCoach:
Exercise keeps your mind sharp. The miCoach iPhone app acts like your personal trainer.Tips: Set your workouts in advance. Buy the heart-rate monitor and stride sensor; it is worth it. What gets measured gets done.
