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Whether you're working from home or the office, it's easy to lose interest, get distracted
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and essentially be less productive. Luckily, there are tons of apps that can help you stay on track and get the most out of
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your working day. That said, it's hard to know which tool is useful and is worth the investment, which
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is where we come in. We've tried and tested countless tools to present the 10 best productivity apps on the
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Number 1. Todoist If you have tons of sticky notes or papers scattered all over your desk, Todoist is your savior
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This multi-platform planner app keeps all your tasks together with a clean and easy-to-use interface
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With the added ability to collaborate with others on the same to-do list, it's the perfect
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tool for any working environment. Number 2. Google Calendar If you have a hectic schedule, you're going to need a color-coded calendar that offers
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you the option to create different categories. This full-featured calendar does just that and is available on any device
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It's super easy to use and can be integrated with the rest of Google's online tools
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Unlike Microsoft's Office 365, Google offers free access for their users with a payable
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upgrade to a business account. Number 3. Trello Whether you're a freelancer or part of a big team, you're going to need this productivity
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boosting app. With the ability to create different boards for numerous projects, Trello allows you to
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focus on the bigger picture and keep track of your progress and work
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The best part? You can all view and edit the board at the same time
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Number 4. Evernote If you're always on the road, you're going to need a reliable note-taking app to jot
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down all your thoughts, which is where Evernote comes in. This useful app doesn't only allow you to take notes, but also offers image scanning
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audio recording, and PDF uploads. You can even collaborate with a group, share notes, and edit them at the same time
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Number 5. Notability Paperless note-taking is the way forward, and while Evernote allows you to take shorter
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notes, Notability is ideal for students or creatives who want to sketch, write long documents
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and store all their ideas in one place. With the synced cloud backup, Notability ensures that your documents are always safe
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Number 6. Focus If you're someone who struggles to focus on the job and tends to work in short bursts
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take note. By using the Pomodoro method, this productivity app will help you stick to a routine
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It will give you 25 minutes to work on a task before you get a short break, and once
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you've completed 4 rounds, you'll get a 15-20 minute break. At the end of the day, it calculates what you've worked on and what's left on your
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to-do list. Number 7. Outlook Regardless of your job, you're going to need a good email provider to organize your
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tasks, and depending on your email server, you'll probably use their service
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Having used the most popular services, Outlook is definitely one of the best on the market
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offering recall and automated response options, among many other cool features. Number 8. Slack
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Slack takes conventional messaging a step further by integrating file sharing, direct
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and group messaging functions, allowing teams from across the globe to come together and
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collaborate on different projects. It also offers integration with external apps like Google Drive, Asana, Zendesk, and more
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Number 9. Dropbox In today's digital world, you'll need to ditch the heavy flash drives and opt for a
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reliable cloud storage solution. Dropbox is the longest-standing cloud solution software for Mac and PC users across the globe
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While there are other options like iCloud and OneDrive, Dropbox is still the number
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one choice for many cloud users. Number 10. Skype With the rise of remote work, you're going to need a dependable video calling solution
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that allows you to connect with your colleagues, and Skype offers just that
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With the option for multi-member video calls and screen sharing solutions, you're able
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to have a productive and demonstrational meeting by using this video software
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Now that you're up to date with the best productivity apps, you'll be ready to take on your tasks with a new outlook and stay more organized at work
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