Category Archives: Productivity

Fight those daily distractions for a successful spring

Many use the arrival of spring to declutter the home and create a cleaner, simpler environment where they can relax and not feel overwhelmed. But, whilst at work, the fight against distractions can be tough. In a working day, a lot can shout for our attention. So, how do you remain focused on the work that’s ahead of you? We’ve got three quick tips that will arm you in the daily battle against procrastination. Stay focused on your priorities and stay on track towards your goals with DropTask.

Declutter
In DropTask, create tasks for all of the things that you need to get done. Ever feel overwhelmed by the work that’s in front of you? Get rid of the things that you no longer need on your desk, and Create Tasks for those important to-do’s. Group tasks together which have similar connections by using Categories, and use the Filter to hide things on the Canvas that don’t require your immediate attention. Whether it’s stacked on your desk or hidden within documents on your laptop, when we have a lot of clutter around it, it hinders us from getting things done. Use your Canvas as a ‘brain dump’ and feel at ease in knowing that everything can be taken care of in one place.

Take a break
No, really. It’s been proven that when we take a break from our work it has a positive effect on our productivity and concentration levels. Grab a coffee with a colleague or go for a walk. Don’t confuse this break as a distraction. This quick brain break will recharge your energy levels. When you return to your desk, you’ll be rearing to get back to work. There’ll be no need to worry about picking up where you left off. Before you leave, pop a quick Reminder on a task with a personalized message to ensure you can pick up right where you left off. Go on, try it!

Stick to your priorities
In DropTask, there’ll be no need to worry about forgetting urgent to-do’s. Visualize your priorities in the all-new Urgency Lists View and identify your Urgent and Very Urgent tasks at a single glance. With vibrant colored lightning bolts placed directly on the task, your eyes will be instantly drawn to your priorities. Block-out time, or even take on the Pomodoro approach, to action these tasks. With all of your priorities laid out in front of you, you’ll be sure to not let ‘busy-work’ get in the way, again.

Fight those daily distractions with DropTask, and take your productivity to the next level. Sign up to DropTask today for FREE.

Boost workplace happiness with NEW Emoji Reactions & Congratulations features

Let’s face it, we all love receiving positive feedback. Even a simple 🙂 can lift our mood and spur us on to achieve more. At DropTask, we know how important it is to maintain good vibes in the office, and receiving a pat on the back makes the job more worthwhile. This got us thinking. With projects moving fast and teams spread across the globe, we don’t always get the chance to give someone the high-fives they deserve. So, you can now show your appreciation to your team for getting over that final hurdle as it happens, right here in DropTask. Sometimes, the road to a project finish-line is long and tough. But our latest update makes it easy to inject a bit of cheerful encouragement into your working day. So, to really kick-start your #MondayMotivation, we’re excited to introduce our brand NEW Emoji Reactions and Congratulations features to the app. Instantly celebrate success and cheer on your team with our exciting new update. Read on to learn how Emoji Reactions and our Congratulations feature will boost team happiness and inject a little bit of fun into your working day.

Emoji Reactions in DropTask

Like it, love it or even hate it? Share your thoughts with Emoji Reactions

When it comes to teamwork, effective communication is key. Emoji Reactions* are a quick and fun way for the whole team to have their say, without really saying anything. Agree with a comment a team member has made? Now you have the ability to give it a ‘thumbs up’ or maybe even a ‘trophy’. With a huge library of familiar emojis, you can react to comments in any way you see fit. Emojis are more than just smiley faces and hearts. They help teams communicate better and enable people to make more personal connections at work. They make our thoughts and feedback more engaging and can even soften the blow of critique. Some team members are quieter than others, and may not give their opinion in words or person. Emoji Reactions are a laid back way to get thoughts from everyone on the team. With a wider range of options inputted into the project, you’re bound to see exciting improvements in end results. Set a more friendly tone in your workplace and let your true company culture shine through with DropTask Emoji Reactions. Change your workplace the tone from stuffy to friendly and help your team members feel good about the message you’re sending out. So what’re you waiting for? Start adding reactions to comments today.

Show your team some appreciation with new Congratulations

Positive energy is contagious and we all love that feeling when we’re able to tick off tasks. When you and your team are working hard on a project, it’s important to keep motivation high by celebrating even small wins. Now available in DropTask, celebrate Completed Tasks with the all-new Congratulations feature. If you’ve been working on a task with others or assigned a task to a team member, you’ll get a notification when it’s been carried over the final hurdle. Send an instant Congratulations straight through to your hard-working colleagues. By doing this, they’ll be greeted with a feel-good animation which will be sure to motivate them for their next task. At DropTask, we know the importance of showing praise to other members of the team. The benefits speak for themselves. Congratulating team members not only boosts their self-esteem but encourages workplace productivity. Promote a positive teamwork culture and show your colleagues you don’t take their hard work for granted with DropTask’s new Congratulations feature today.

Eager to try out our latest update? Sign up now to DropTask and let us know your reactions to our latest features on Twitter @droptask. Tweet us using the hashtag #MondayMotivation to let us know how our new updates are encouraging you to go the extra mile.

*Emoji Reactions are a DropTask for Business feature. View our Business plans here.
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Looking for some end of week motivation? You’ve come to the right place

Well done, you’ve conquered the mid-week hump. Not only is the weekend within touching distance, but Monday has already been long forgotten about. So, how do you remain positive and productive for the final few days of the week? DropTask is on hand to give you a little boost of motivation to help end this week on a productive note and put you in a better position for the following week.

To help you make the most of your Thursday, we’ve noted down our top tips for remaining motivated to get you through to the end of this week.

Do something different

Do something different
Sometimes, when we get stuck in the same routine, our motivation takes a serious hit. The same goes for our work too. Instead of structuring your work in a mundane fashion, use DropTask’s visual and intuitive Canvas to help brighten your workload and make everyday information more enticing . Inject some color into your working day and personalize tasks with Cover Images. Did you know visuals act as a motivational tool? Our brains are more inclined to absorb the information that’s being displayed when they’re used. Plus, even when you switch to block-shaped tasks in the Workflow, Calendar and Urgency Lists views, your Cover Images remain right where you left them. Try it for yourself, and reignite your interest in whatever you’ve got left to do.

Take a break with DropTask

Take a break
It really is that simple. If you’ve hit a slump, take 5 minutes away from your desk to recharge your energy levels. The great thing about taking breaks is that they help restore your productivity. When you work for long periods of time without taking the time to pause, you are more likely to burnout from exhaustion – and that will do nothing for your long-term goals. Grab a coffee, go for a walk outside or catch-up with a colleague. Whatever you need to do to renew your focus, do it! And don’t worry about your work disappearing while you’re away. Before you head off, add a Progress indicator to your task so that when you return, you can pick up exactly where you left off. DropTask keeps all important files, dates and conversations in one secure place, so they can be easily retrieved wherever you are and whenever you need it.

Regain your focus

Refocus
When our motivation is wavering, we’re more likely to become distracted from our work. We’ve all been there. Jumping between tasks, getting lost in email threads and not really getting anywhere. No matter how busy we feel, in reality, this only makes us less productive. In DropTask, cut through the noise and use Filters to hone in on your priorities. See only the things you need to see and Filter by Urgency Level to see what requires your attention right now.

Keep your productivity, energy and motivation high for every working day with DropTask. Sign up today for free.

3 simple hacks to preserve your productivity

We’re now deep into February, and those goals that we set at the start of last month are well underway. The weather may be bleak (at least for most of us!), making us feel unmotivated and uninspired, but luckily DropTask’s new updates have arrived to reignite your productivity and ensure your goals stay on track.

Below, we’re letting you in on 3 DropTask tricks that are guaranteed to help you maintain your productivity peak, whatever the weather. In addition, we’ll be giving you a sneak preview of what else is coming soon.

Hack 1: Make room for enhanced productivity

Smarter Layouts

Let’s start big! The best way to keep your motivation high and your goals on track is to never lose sight of them. We’ve refreshed the way that tasks are laid out in the DropTask Calendar, Completed Tasks, Urgency Lists and Workflow views, so you can always keep an eye on the bigger picture. How so? Enter new block-shaped tasks. They’re neatly stacked, giving you a condensed overview of your workload and greater visibility of what you need to get done.

Switch from Canvas View to Workflow View and watch your circular tasks transform into rectangular blocks. With complete control over your tasks, you can easily rearrange them in a way that works for you. Plus, for all you Kanban fans, you’re able to build customized boards for your tasks. Simply rename your categories, edit their colors, and drag and drop tasks between boards for ultimate flexibility.

Without deadlines, the chances of your goals falling by the wayside is pretty much certain. Luckily, having a clear overview of your tasks in the Urgency Lists View makes setting their urgency levels quick and easy, so you can focus on what needs to be done and when. If unexpected changes crop up, fear not. With the new layout, updating task Urgency levels is seamless. At a glance you can see how your priorities have changed and impacted the rest of your to-do list.

Chances are you have multiple projects on the go. DropTask’s Calendar, which outlines your tasks that need to be completed today, tomorrow or sometime in the future across all of your projects, has also undergone a refreshed makeover. Thanks to block-shaped tasks and its new, smarter layout, you can see your deadlines from within all of your ongoing projects, without feeling overwhelmed. With a bird’s eye view of your entire schedule, you can now manage your time better than ever before.

"DropTask has developed into the ultimate #projectmanagement and collaboration tool!" – Gerald Frohlich

Hack 2: Take control of your workload

Completed Tasks

There’s no better feeling than ticking off your completed tasks. Wherever you see the new block-shaped tasks, the tick button allows you to instantly mark them as done in just one click. These tasks are instantly sent to Completed Tasks View – head there to see how much you’ve accomplished for a quick motivational boost!

To help you work at your productive best, we’re giving you total control over what happens to your tasks once you mark them as complete. Depending on what way you work best, you can now decide whether you want your tasks to disappear from your project as soon as they’re marked as done, or stay there for up to a week. Many of you enjoy the instant satisfaction you get from seeing a project clear of finished tasks, allowing you to focus on only what’s left. On the other hand, some of you like to see what tasks you’ve completed alongside what’s left to be done, to spur you on to the finish line.

"Well done and keep up the good work!!" – Olivia Raymond

Hack 3: Spare some time to celebrate successes

Achievements

How often do you stop to take stock of your achievements? Not enough, no doubt. You’re probably too busy moving on to the next thing. The thing is, there’s no better way to boost your morale than to celebrate your accomplishments. This is why we’ve introduced new Achievements. Like a digital pat on the back, Achievements will congratulate you when you hit major milestones of productivity. As you complete more and more tasks, you’ll move closer to your next celebration. Staying motivated has never been so fun.

Better yet, Achievements are sure to boost team morale. Share your productivity milestones with your friends, family, colleagues and followers on Facebook or Twitter and encourage others to take their productivity up a notch.

"Love it… Love it… Love it!" – Angel Minnis

Most goals set at the start of a new year fizzle out after January. Don’t let your productivity dwindle. DropTask is on hand to keep your motivation high and help you keep your goals on track for personal and professional success. At DropTask, we’ve had a massive start to the year and have already revealed a bunch of new updates that will power-up your productivity. Stay tuned as we’ll soon be announcing even more new features that will inject some fun into your work, help you celebrate your accomplishments and ensure clarity across your projects, whether you’re working individually or in a team.

Keep an eye on our blog and our Twitter and Facebook accounts for the latest news. In the meantime, sign up to DropTask to give your productivity an instant boost!

More control of Completed Task visibility and brand-new Achievements

You spend your days working hard, so it’s important to take a moment to appreciate what you’re achieving. If you’re not taking the time to review progress and celebrate wins – no matter what size – you’re more likely to fall out of love with your work. With nearly 70% of the US workforce feeling disengaged in their job*, our latest update is here to make your working day as motivating and enjoyable as possible.

We know you want more control over your project’s Completed Tasks, so our most recent update is giving you exactly that. Plus, it’s time to level-up your productivity with our brand new Achievements. Read on to hear how our latest features will show you the appreciation you deserve for the great work you’re doing.

More control of your Completed Tasks

You spoke, we listened. Depending on the way you want to work, you can now choose whether the tasks you complete will disappear from your project as soon as they’re done or stay there for up to a week. Lots of you love the instant gratification you get from seeing your project clear of completed tasks, inspiring you to focus only on what’s remaining. But, some of you would prefer your completed tasks to stay put for longer. This would give you enough time to review progress so far and see what’s left to do alongside what’s already done, before focusing solely on what lies ahead. Thanks to DropTask’s most recent update, you can now toggle between these two options. We’re giving you total control and the flexibility to work your own way, because that’s how you work best.

To choose your prefered Completed Task visibility, head to your app settings by clicking the cog at the bottom of our dropdown Menu. From here, you can select the number of days you would like to show completed tasks. Learn more about this feature here.

Whichever option you choose, you can always find a library of past successes in Completed Tasks View. Sometimes the road to your end goal can feel long. Looking back over what you’ve accomplished so far will keep your motivation high, your focus sharp and show how your efforts are pushing your project towards completion.

Celebrate success with new Achievements

Everyone has work to do, so we want to inject some fun into getting stuff done. Our brand new Achievements will congratulate you when you hit major milestones of productivity. The more tasks you complete, the closer you get to reaching your next celebration. They’re the high-fives you need to stay driven, determined and deserving of some positive recognition.

New Achievements are a fun way to boost morale. When you’re working as part of a team, they are bound to spark that natural instinct of competition. Every Achievement shared will unify your team around a positive outcome and encourage the celebration of wins of any size. You can share the milestones you’ve reached with your friends, family and followers at any time on Facebook or Twitter and inspire others to level-up their own productivity.

These new features in our latest update have been created to keep you feeling motivated by what you’ve accomplished and inspired to achieve even more.

Head to your DropTask account now or sign up for free to celebrate the great work that you do, every day…

*www.nydailynews.com: Unhappy in America: Nearly 70% of U.S. employees miserable at work, study finds

January is over – Here’s how to keep your projects on track with DropTask

For some of us, January can be our least productive month. Less than 10% of projects are ever fully completed during this period. Do you feel that you and your team have hit a wall with your productivity this month? Now that February is here, it’s time leave your unproductive January blues behind. Set your team up for a motivated month and get your projects back on track with DropTask. We’ve noted down some of our top tips for shaking off the slump in time for a successful February.

Get your schedule in order
You’re far more likely to take action upon tasks that have a strict deadline. How many of your tasks have deadlines? If the answer is zero, then it’s time to make that change. Use your built-in Calendar in DropTask for Business to effectively manage your time. Create an up to date summary of your schedule and easily spot gaps for extra to-dos. Create a new task, then effortlessly drag and drop it on a time and date to set its deadline. Make use of the shared Team Calendar to check the whole team’s availability at a quick glance. DropTask gives you a smarter way to get more out of your time, making every day more productive for you and your team.

Resolve problems quickly
Projects break down when team communication fails. Luckily, DropTask for Business’ Comments and Messages let you quickly and effectively communicate with team members through your project. Use visuals to instantly indicate the current status of your task. DropTask’s Progress Percentage allows your team to quickly spot if anything has fallen behind schedule so they can jump in with support if it’s needed. Avoid unexpected surprises and project delays by keeping everyone on the same page and on track for success.

Look how far you’ve come
To stay productive we need to feel motivated. DropTask’s Completed Tasks View makes it easy for you to review the past achievements of you and your team members. No matter how big or small, it’s always motivating to celebrate wins. If you’re looking for a quick boost of motivation, head on over to your Completed Task View to see a library of your project’s success so far. The next time you’re at risk of hitting a slump in productivity, take a look at what you’ve achieved so far to remind yourself of what you’re capable of doing.

Got any tips for keeping your team projects on track? Let us know in the comments below.

It’s a new year – Refresh your energy with DropTask

Many of us would admit that we don’t feel energized all day, every day. Some of us find it hard to kick-start our morning and don’t fully wake up until midday, wasting crucial hours. On the other hand, the early birds among us may hit a productivity wall in the afternoon and reach for the coffee to keep going. If you fall into either of these categories, it might be time to re-evaluate your work routine to boost your energy and better manage your tasks.

Of course, getting a decent night’s sleep and eating right can do wonders for your productivity. Combined with DropTask, you can raise your motivation to a whole new level and make task management a breeze. Read on to learn how DropTask will structure your tasks and streamline the way you work, to maximize your energy and help you get the most out of your workday.

Take time to reflect

Usually it’s unhealthy to live in the past. However, when it comes to your achievements, it’s worth taking a step back to reflect to give yourself the pat on the back you need to launch yourself into the future. When you find yourself in a work slump, skim through your Completed Tasks to give yourself a little boost of pride at how far you’ve come, and motivate yourself to accomplish more great things. Plus, by taking a closer look at your Completed Tasks, you can identify how they were tackled and if your methods were effective. You can use your tried and tested techniques to build on your previous success and save time and energy in the future. If something didn’t go as planned, you can pinpoint what went wrong and avoid repeating it.

Start and Due Dates
Find your motivation

We all have our energy slumps – we wouldn’t be human if we didn’t. Sometimes things can become repetitive, exhausting and overwhelming, but it’s always possible to bounce back with renewed energy. To avoid these drops in energy, identify the times of day you normally find yourself to be most productive, and when you find yourself struggling. Use Start and Due Dates to schedule tasks that align with your productivity spikes and dips. For example, if you’re more alert in the morning, schedule time for your most important tasks. If you think you are more likely to come up with great ideas in the morning, use that time for tasks such as content writing. If you find that your productivity weans in the afternoon, get stuck into a task that you are looking forward to doing. When the task rolls around, you are likely to find that your interest in the project motivates you to get more stuff done and power through the rest of the day. Once scheduled, your tasks across all of your projects will appear in your Calendar. See your work according to the date that you want to start it or when it’s due to manage your time and tasks effectively.

Pomodoro Checklists and converting to category
Take breaks to boost brainpower

Breaks are crucial to sustaining your energy. Without them, we find ourselves unfocused and drained, resulting in poor quality work and incomplete to-do lists. The Pomodoro Technique is a great way to enhance your focus, while also giving your mind some well-earned rest. The technique consists of working in sprints. It works by you doing concentrated work for 25 minutes, then you take a well-deserved 5-minute break, and then you repeat the process until you’ve completed 4 of these sprints. After each 4-sprint cycle, you take a longer break, perhaps 15-30 minutes, to stretch your legs, grab a snack and recharge. To accomplish larger, more time-consuming tasks, you can use DropTask’s Checklist feature to outline and tick off subtasks. It’s also a great way of seeing where you left off once you return from a break. If the task is large and complex, try Converting it into a Category. This way, you can create smaller tasks within this category to break it down into manageable chunks that are easier to accomplish during each sprint.

Repeated tasks and templates
Streamline your processes

Doing repetitive, mundane tasks can really drain our energy unless they are streamlined properly. Use the Repeated Tasks feature to schedule recurring tasks that are identical in every context (e.g. for payroll, regular bills and weekly reports). Set their status to repeat every day, week, month or year so you never have to worry about scheduling them again. You can also use Templates to semi-automate any projects which require the same actions to be taken, but in a different context, on a regular basis. For example, if you frequently need to plan events, you can save yourself time and energy by creating a project template that has categories like ‘Guest list’, ‘Accommodation’ and ‘Transport’. You never have to start from scratch meaning you can quickly spring into action.

Cover Images
Visually stimulate your mind

A little burst of color goes a long way when you’re desperate for energy. A blank, boring workspace is demotivating, and when you’re already feeling fatigued, it will only serve to make things worse. DropTask’s visually vibrant task circles bring color and imagery into the mix. Try adding Cover Images to your tasks to act as visual reminders of what needs to be done and regain some energy. Experiment with different colors and see how they affect your energy levels. Does red revive you? Does orange stimulate your brain? Make good use of the colors that energize, motivate and inspire you to get things done.

Sign up to DropTask FREE today and feel revitalized!

A look ahead at DropTask’s big start to the year

Here at DropTask HQ, we are preparing for an exciting start of the year. As our customer base has grown over the past 4 years, we have been able to connect with and gain incredible insight from individuals and teams from right around the world. Each of you has your own unique goals and your own way of using DropTask to get things done. We have learnt a lot from you and have been putting this knowledge into practice.

One thing is for sure, the way we all work is changing. And, we at DropTask are excited to keep building a task management tool that reflects this rapid evolution of the modern workplace. This year, we’ll be releasing brand new features that will revolutionize your DropTask experience, making you and your team more productive, engaged in your work, and rewarded by your achievements.

A flexible tool for a flexible future

Self-manage your day

With more and more organizations moving towards remote working, teams have become more geographically diverse than ever before. Employers open themselves up to the best talent for a job, without the restriction of a manageable commute. Employees are given greater freedom and flexibility to work wherever and whenever they work best. Remote working has brought improved productivity, faster growth and higher employee engagement to organizations that have embraced its model.

But, for a remote workforce to succeed, you need the right technology. New DropTask features will make it easier than ever to stay connected with your teammates, regardless of what time zone they are in. Delegating tasks will become a whole lot smoother with DropTask this year, allowing managers to track the tasks that they have assigned and monitor its progress. DropTask’s in-app communication is also in line for a 2018 upgrade. You’ll be able to update each other in a way that’s most familiar to you, from the office, at home or on-the-go.

Work your own way

Work on-the-go

DropTask is your go-to app for team projects. But, in order for a project to succeed, every team member needs their own space to work through their assigned tasks. This year, DropTask will be giving you exactly that. Regardless which project your task has come from, who it was given to you by or when it is due, you are free to control your own workflow, set personal key dates and manage your priorities in a focused space that is just for you.

Self-management of your tasks gives you more control over your working day. Respond quickly to changing priorities and easily share your current focus with teammates, employees or managers. This transparency between teams makes it easier to manage shared goals and deadlines. As you work through your own tasks, project feeds will keep you and your project-members up to date with overall progress.

A human-friendly app

As a tech company, we know the importance of the right tools in the workplace. With more and more new technology being introduced every day and with our own development in the pipeline, we won’t be losing sight of what makes your team unique; its people. New features will allow teams to collaborate, motivate and work together better than ever before.

Productivity comes from people, not deadlines. So, this year, DropTask will put the best people for your projects at your fingertips, helping you reach your goals faster with more collaborative spirit. See what people within your organization are working on right now, proud of and aiming for, and support them along their way.

Get ready for an exciting year ahead with DropTask. Prepare for a more intuitive interface and more control over how you get stuff done and review your personal progress. Brand new features will be coming very soon to both our free and business plans, along with some smaller updates that we know will mean a lot to you. Keep a watch of our social media channels and a close eye on your inbox to be the first to hear about new feature releases. We cannot wait for you to experience them…

New to DropTask? Sign up today for FREE and stay in the loop with new developments.

Why you need to use a task management app in 2018

The days where we would spend hours pondering the simple choice of using a pad of sticky notes or notepad are long gone. Now we’re spoiled for choice with task management apps offering us more than a pen and paper ever could. If you’re wondering what the fuss is all about with task management apps and how you may benefit from using one, then we’re here to give you the low down.

Task management apps help us to stay organized, work efficiently, hit deadlines and communicate with others. But why is 2018 the year to start using a task management app? Read on to discover how a tool like DropTask will help you to achieve a better work-life balance and hit your goals in 2018.

Plus, find out below why this year will be especially exciting for this task management tool…

Balance your work-life

Life can get hectic. If you’re struggling to achieve a healthy work-life balance, you’re not alone. To-do lists may start out effective, but can quickly become messy and outdated. It’s difficult to pool together every priority, from both work and home, without feeling overwhelmed. DropTask makes all of that stuff easy. With features such as a built-in Calendar, DropTask helps you balance all the things that are important to what you do and achieve.

DropTask gives you the option to create an unlimited amount of projects. For example, create a project called ‘Groceries,’ ‘KPI Report’ or even ‘Toby’s Schoolwork’. You can create a project for anything. DropTask’s workspace is infinite, which means no matter how many to-dos you’re currently juggling, they will always have a home.

Assessing priorities helps to identify where your time is best spent. By assigning deadlines to each of your tasks, they’ll automatically schedule in your calendar. Task management tools help us to prioritize and focus on what’s important. And, when the majority of us are trying to work full time, build a social life and work on our goals, we could all do with an app that enhances our organization.

Keep up to date – wherever you are

With more and more organizations allowing their teams to work remotely, it’s more important than ever to stay connected. Task management apps are ideal for remote workers. If you’re a remote worker, you’ll know that it’s not always laptop-on-deck chair type of working, you’ll know that maintaining communication is key. It takes a lot of planning for a remote team to work effectively together, and a task management app like DropTask can help.
DropTask streamlines team communication, ensuring you’re always in the loop and still feel a part of the office wherever you are. In the app, you’re able to Comment and Message team members, so there’s no need to worry about missing out on important information. Instant notifications within the app inform you of any new updates that have been made within any team project.

With remote working on the rise, it’s a fact that the way that teams are working together is dramatically changing. With advancements in technology allowing us to stay connected 24/7, we’re able to respond, like, share or comment from our chosen location. The same goes for projects in DropTask. With online and offline capabilities, you’re able to update the progress of shared projects with the tap of a button. Even when a project crosses the finish line, you’ll be able to share a sense of team accomplishment in knowing that you helped get the project across the finish line, together.

Track your goals

According to studies, 92% of people who set goals in the new year never actually achieve them. This shocking statistic proves now more than ever we need task management apps to help us track, manage and achieve our goals. That’s where DropTask comes in. DropTask provides you with a clean slate where you can jot down your goals and achieve them. Writing down your goals is important. Why? It motivates you to take action and enables you to see what you need to work towards.

By defining steps you need to take, you’ll be able to reach your goals at a faster pace. Assign yourself to your goal in DropTask by dragging and dropping your picture onto the vibrant circle. Once you’re assigned to it, it’s time to take action. When you get to work, slide the Progress Bar along to show you’re on the road to completion. This will give you a boost of motivation to keep on moving forward. A quick check of your DropTask Canvas will give you a clear overview of your progress and next steps, keeping you on track to achieve this year’s goals.

For us, 2018 is going to be an exciting year. Over the years, we’ve gained incredible insight into the way teams and individuals work all around the world. We know that the modern workplace is changing and we are ready to evolve with it. We’re looking forward to an exciting year of new feature releases that will help you work smarter than ever, wherever you are and whatever you do. We know you’re going to love them. Stay up to date with all of our plans for the year over on on social channels @droptask. You won’t want to miss a thing…

If you’re struggling to get things done, then make 2018 the year you start using DropTask. Enjoy a growing list of powerful features that enhance the way you get things done. DropTask will help you to work efficiently, streamline team collaboration and keep you on track to achieve your goals.

DropTask’s guide to a prosperous 2018

To successfully kick off a productive new year, it’s important to set aside time to reflect on what we want to achieve and how we want to get there. Remember those goals from last year? Did you get all of the stuff done that you wanted to? Or, did you spend the first six months of the year struggling with priorities, unable to track progress and falling behind?

Dreaming up goals without efficient deadlines, zero urgency or forgetting to invite colleagues to lend a hand along the way will result in a lack of real progress. Make this year one to remember by ticking off those all important milestones and reaching your longstanding goals.

Use task management app DropTask to power up your productivity for the whole of this year. Take a look at our guide to a productive and prosperous 2018 below. Plus, get your hands on 1 year free of DropTask for Business in our exclusive offer.*

Don’t waste crucial time

As the saying goes, ‘new year, new start’. What better way to get started on your New Year’s resolutions than at the very beginning of January? Jot down your goals in a safe place like DropTask. Use the app’s blank Canvas to arrange your goals into corresponding Categories that help link similar themes with one another. By segmenting your goals into different categories, they’ll be grouped together and will look a lot less daunting to start on.

With your goals laid out in front of you, assign Start and Due Dates to them. Assign dates based on priorities and balance your workload throughout the year. Plus, when dates are fixed, they’ll be automatically scheduled in your Calendar to ensure that no goal is forgotten.

Target where your effort is going to

We all feel fired-up to get to work on our goals and resolutions at the start of the year. But, by the time February comes around, we can lose motivation and feel overwhelmed by the tasks ahead of us. Make sure you maintain motivation by working efficiently with colleagues. Ask for a helping hand by Assigning Tasks to individuals who have strengths in those areas. Delegating effectively allows you to target your energy and effort more efficiently. Work together to reach your goals faster and share a sense of achievement when you get there.

And if you’re looking for ways to give your team a little boost of motivation, use the Comments and Messaging feature to drop a colleague a thank you message to show that you’re grateful for their commitment.

Keep on track throughout the year

As you’re making progress on your goals, it’s vital that you have a clear view of everything that you’ve accomplished so far. Keep track each step of the way by updating the Progress Percentage Bar. A simple slide of the progress percentage bar will provide you with an at-a-glance understanding of what’s making progress and what needs more focus. Plus, this will act as a motivator as it clearly indicates the percentage that you’ve got left to go.

When you’ve finished working and are ready to celebrate your achievements, click the ‘tick’ button to transport your goal into the Completed Tasks View. This view is a great way to scan through your accomplishments. Arrange by day, week or month, and get an instant boost of motivation as it shows you how far you’ve come. You are sure to feel encouraged to continue smashing your remaining goals for 2018.

Achieve your goals today. Sign up to task management app DropTask for free.

What resolutions do you have for the new year? Let us know in the comments, we’d love to hear them.