In an increasingly competitive job market, having the right tools can make all the difference when it comes to getting a new job or winning new clients for your company.

According to the Getúlio Vargas Foundation (FGV), there are approximately 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 ones?

There are thousands of great apps out there to make your work easier; choosing the best ones can be quite a 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 that everyone knows what to do, how to do it, and when to deliver the work.

In addition to recording tasks, you can create goal forms to calculate team productivity and check your progress in real time. 

Sales teams can benefit greatly from Asana: monitoring and tracking campaign progress is made easy with the software. 

This is one of the most popular solutions among digital marketing and information technology (IT) professionals on the market. You can use the tool for free, but you can also purchase a monthly package and unlock even more features.

2 – Indeed

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Looking for a job online? Indeed is one of the world's largest platforms for hiring qualified professionals and searching for jobs that match your profile. 

Most of the available vacancies have complete information, such as salary, working hours, benefits, whether it is in-person or home office work, etc. 

To apply for a job, 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 through external addresses, so remember to always keep it updated!

If you wish, you can allow the application to send you email alerts about vacancies that match your needs, as well as inform you about talents available to work.

Want to know if the company you want to work for is a good place? Go to the “Company Reviews” section and check out what other professionals who have worked there have to say!

3 – Notion

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It is a powerful organizational platform that allows you to create notes, lists, tasks, and many other features. It is a direct competitor to other major apps, such as Asana.

In addition, 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 major advantage of cloud-based services, especially in today's world where 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 freelance professionals: several cloud-based productivity applications and services help to carry out work collaboratively with great agility.

Gmail, Docs, Slides, Calendar, Meet and Chat are some examples of the applications available. In addition, the user can create a personalized email, which certainly makes a great impression when promoting their products and services. If you do not have an internet domain, the option will be offered when contracting the service.

If you need to add new people to your team, you have the option to pay for each user under your control. The minimum storage on Google Drive is 30 GB, but you can purchase more space as needed.

5 – Headspace

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Why is a meditation app on a list of work apps? The answer is simple: a study published in the Journal of Occupational Health Psychology claims that workers who meditate regularly are more productive and are able to reduce stress.

Taking a few minutes out of your day to let go of your worries and seek self-discovery 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 which you’ll need to select a subscription plan. Investing in your mental health will not only benefit your professional life, but 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? 

Every professional niche has specific requirements. For example, designers work all the time with tight deadlines and constant communication 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 previous users of the apps you want to test. It's a good idea to check out people's feedback on an online service before you use it;

Try different apps

Have you tried any of the apps on this list and found them not to be as effective as you thought? No problem: there are several other similar solutions that can solve all of your problems! Remember to check user reviews before you take the plunge: malicious apps can compromise your device!

Conclusion

As you can see, there are many applications that can improve your productivity at work. It doesn't matter if you are an employee or a freelancer: some software can make your day-to-day work life simpler and more fluid.

Don't forget to set aside a few minutes for introspection: some meditation and relaxation techniques can be incorporated into your breaks (or even when stress is knocking at your door).

Besides these apps, do you use any others? Which ones do you prefer? Leave your suggestions in the comments!