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In an increasingly competitive job market, having the right tools can make a difference when it comes to getting a new job or winning new customers for your company.
According to the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV), there are around 249 smartphones in circulation in Brazil. This means that there is more than one device per inhabitant: why not use this to your advantage and start producing more and better?
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There are thousands of very interesting applications to make your service easier; Selecting the best ones can be a very tiring and frustrating task. But don't worry: here are the 5 apps you should install on your device to improve your productivity!
1 - Asana
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Does your company need to organize tasks according to agile methodologies? Asana serves as a complete organizational dashboard so everyone knows what to do, how to do it, and when to deliver work.
In addition to recording tasks, it is possible to create goal forms to calculate team productivity and check their progress in real time.
Sales teams can benefit a lot from Asana: monitoring and tracking campaign progress is very easy with the software.
It is one of the most popular solutions among digital marketing and information technology (IT) professionals on the market. It is possible to use the tool for free, but there is also the possibility of purchasing a monthly package and releasing even more features.
two - Indeed
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Looking for a job online? Indeed is one of the largest platforms in the world for hiring qualified professionals and searching for jobs according to your profile.
Most of the vacancies available have complete information, such as salary, working hours, benefits, whether it is face-to-face work or home office, etc.
To apply for a vacancy, enter the keywords in the application's search engine, find the one that interests you most and, finally, click on “Apply”. Some companies require you to send your resume to external addresses; So, remember to always keep it updated!
If you wish, you can allow the application to send email alerts about vacancies that meet your needs, in addition to informing you about talents available to work.
Do you want to know if the company where you want to work is a good place? Access the “Company Reviews” section and check out what other professionals who have been there have to say!
3 – Notion
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It is a powerful organization platform that allows you to create notes, lists, tasks and many other resources. It is a direct competitor to other major apps, such as Asana.
Furthermore, databases can be created to separate customers, employees, suppliers and many other people of interest. Its interface is highly customizable: make everything your own.
Professionals can collaborate in real time, just as they would if they were working in person. This is a big difference between services that work in the cloud, especially in today's times when everything needs to be done digitally.
4 – Google Workspace
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This is a paid service, but it can make a big difference in the lives of independent professionals: several cloud-based productivity applications and services help you carry out work collaboratively very quickly.
Gmail, Docs, Slides, Calendar, Meet and Chat are some examples of the applications available. Furthermore, the user can create a personalized email, which certainly makes a great impression when promoting your products and services. If you do not have an internet domain, you will be offered the option when purchasing the service.
If you need to add new people to your team, you will have the option to pay for each user under your control. The minimum storage via Google Drive is 30 GB, but more space can be purchased as needed.
5 – Headspace
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Why is a meditation app on a work apps list? The answer is simple: a study published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology states that workers who meditate regularly produce more and are able to reduce stress.
Taking a few minutes out of your day to put your worries aside and seek self-knowledge can help you strengthen your focus, stay calm under pressure and embrace creativity more often.
You can try it for free for 14 days; After this period, you must select a subscription plan. Investing in your mental health will not only be beneficial in your professional life, but in your personal life, too!
How to choose the best apps for work?
The answer to this question will depend on some important factors, such as:
What are your needs?
All professional niches have specific requirements. For example, designers work all the time with tight deadlines and constant communications with their clients; In these cases, cloud applications can make everything much easier;
Are users satisfied?
Android (Google Play) or Apple (iOS) users can check the reviews of those who have already used the apps you want to test. It's a great idea to evaluate people's feedback about an online service before using it;
Try different apps
Have you tested any app on this list and it didn't work as well as you thought? No problem: there are several other similar solutions that can solve all your problems! Remember to check user reviews before venturing out: malicious apps can compromise your device!
Conclusion
As you can see, there are many application options that can improve your productivity at work. It doesn't matter if you are an employee or an independent professional: some software can make your day-to-day professional life more simplified and fluid.
Don't forget to set aside a few minutes for introspection: some meditation and relaxation techniques can be incorporated during breaks (or even when stress comes knocking hard).
In addition to these applications, do you use any others? Which ones do you prefer? Leave your suggestions in the comments!
