I'm having trouble finding up-to-date resources for managing tasks. I freelance and handle about 3 clients that want to push through dozens of small tasks and projects each week. Is there anything with the functionality of basecamp but on a much smaller scale? A well-designed template for a collaborative task list via google documents would work too.
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posted by c
on May 14, 2013 -
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We are trying out a virtual assistant service which uses remote human personal assistants based in the US that are communicated with through email and an app. The model is that you buy a month's package of requests that you can make (e.g. 15 task requests, with each task not meant to take more than 20 minutes). It can be a bit difficult to think up tasks for the assistants to do, especially if you only want to make requests for tasks that will save you a big amount of time (rather than tasks - make a restaurant booking etc.- which you could do yourself in just a little more time than it takes to make a request). What are your tips for using this kind of service most effectively? What kinds of task requests are most "bang for your buck" , bearing in mind the limit of a standard month's package of 15 tasks? Thanks!
posted by zresearch
on May 12, 2013 -
1 answer
Is there a good-looking task manager that lets me sort by date added, but also has recurring tasks and iOS sync?
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posted by miniminimarket
on May 4, 2013 -
4 answers
Business was ... simmering ... and I was starting to let things slip. To get back on track, I created a couple of simple checklists of occasionally recurring processes and saved them as .txt files in dropbox. It works. But it's not very elegant. My lists lack an easy and satisfying way to "cross off" or "tick" finished items. I don't think the system will scale well. I'd like to have some calendar functionality. I may want to share them in the future. Do you have a better way?
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posted by notyou
on Sep 24, 2012 -
9 answers
This is a question about organization and task management. Long and snowflakey, harsh criticism allowed.
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posted by TomMelee
on May 17, 2012 -
10 answers
How to optimize the Tasks function in Outlook 2007 when RTM/gtasks are off the table?
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posted by mercredi
on Sep 16, 2011 -
5 answers
Gmail/Todolist filter: Is there a way to have Gmail display multiple (collapsed or expanded) tasks lists at once?
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posted by brackish.line
on Aug 26, 2011 -
5 answers
I am looking for a simple task management application with web, iOS and Android clients. I need something that allows tasks to be shared and/or assigned to other people.
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posted by chairish
on Aug 23, 2011 -
5 answers
OrganizationFilter: When scheduling tasks for a day, do you just throw them into a giant list and move through it, or do you come up with specific times and orders for things?
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posted by SNWidget
on Apr 15, 2011 -
17 answers
I am in love with the Tasks function in Gmail -- but I rarely actually remember to open it. Is there any setting that will make Tasks open automatically whenever I sign in to my account?
posted by hermitosis
on Apr 8, 2011 -
4 answers
Need a to-do / project management app that will quickly schedule events and create all the relevant sub-tasks for me.
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posted by so_necessary
on Mar 24, 2011 -
10 answers
I'm trying to find a specific to do webapp I used a few months ago. It was of minimalist style, the main colors were red/grey/black on a white background. The main features I'm looking for (so if you know of a different one that does this, let me know) was that it was simple to add a task- you just typed it on a line, and that subtasks were also easy to add- as I recall you just hit enter for a new line and then tab to go each level deeper into tasks. I believe you could hide any sub-tasks by sort of retracting them into the top level task (if that makes sense?). Does that sound familiar to anyone?
Thanks! If I remember any more details I'll update the post.
posted by jouir
on Mar 3, 2011 -
5 answers
I'm looking for an online day planner that lets you schedule your To Dos. I like to plan my day by assigning a time estimate to each to do item and then sticking it somewhere in my daily calendar. For example: "laundry" 1-2:30PM.
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posted by kjhosein
on Dec 19, 2010 -
6 answers
How do I make myself buckle down and keep to a normal-person schedule during my current extended period of extreme sadness?
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posted by Night_owl
on Nov 11, 2010 -
26 answers
what sort of device can I buy to show my google tasks next to a corkboard, so I see them on my way out the door?
do any photo frames do wireless sync? my first thought was a cheap old itouch, but the screen is tiny, and it does more than I need.
low power use would also be a plus (i.e. not a laptop or cheap desktop with wall mounted monitor, which I also thought of - I do have an extra 17" sitting around)
I could consider switching to another tasks app if required for the best solution, though I do enjoy gtasks in gmail and calendar.
posted by lrodman
on Sep 19, 2010 -
9 answers
I need a GTD compatible task management app for iPhone that will sync both Outlook tasks AND flagged emails over the air with Exchange Server 2003. Bonus points for three way Outlook/Google/iPhone syncronization and location aware task reminders.
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posted by tipthepizzaguy
on Aug 25, 2010 -
3 answers
My boss has ADD filter: Is there a way to manage task-scheduling capabilities and see what's been scheduled for you that day? Project management help needed!
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posted by blazingunicorn
on Aug 12, 2010 -
2 answers
I stay on top of my tasks/projects pretty well, except in one case: when the project needs a reply to an email to move forward and I don't get a reply. Is there a simple way for me to address this?
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posted by emilyd22222
on Jul 28, 2010 -
20 answers
I'm really bad about not focusing on my current task, and hastily finishing whatever it is so I can move on to the next and perform it equally as poor. How can I learn to be more focused on -- and enjoy -- what I am currently doing, rather than spending that time looking ahead to the next project at the expense of doing the first well?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 28, 2010 -
7 answers
TaskList Special Request:
MyLifeOrganized is my preferred tasklist software, because I can do exactly what I need - simply create new tasks and sibling/ child tasks rapidly and unrestricted, and drag and drop them into category groups. Problem: I have so many tasks, one huge vertical list isn't really working for me, nor does it jive with my widescreen workspace. Solution: I want to view each category group (eg immediate actions, projects, documents, clients etc) in it's own vertical list, and each list is displayed side by side in a horizontal view. Is there any Win XP tasklist software *not web-based - no internet access at work* that does this?
posted by forallmankind
on Mar 28, 2010 -
4 answers
Can anyone recommend a nice looking simple mac app to help me organise ideas/projects?
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posted by soymilk
on Mar 10, 2010 -
21 answers
Recently I found out about http://dailyshoot.com/. Before that I found out about http://www.crossfit.com/. What other sites do you know of that give you a very specific tasks to do everyday? Or every week? I find that I am more motivated to learn something when I am given specific tasks to do or projects to work on so services like this are a big help. Looking for any and all things so don't hold back.
posted by newtux
on Feb 22, 2010 -
9 answers
I'm looking for a simple Win app that tracks time spent on tasks/projects. I'd like one that can work directly out of the system tray without needing to pull up the window for the app.
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posted by kjhosein
on Feb 18, 2010 -
6 answers
I'm organizing a Christmas light convoy tomorrow night. Basically a bunch of cars driving around town visiting the best lit up houses. I want to assign a ridiculous task to be performed at each house? Any ideas?
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posted by 913
on Dec 22, 2009 -
9 answers
When I close some programs in Windows 7 (x64) their tasks still show up in the task manager.
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posted by frenetic
on Nov 11, 2009 -
1 answer
I'm looking to replace Shadow Plan on my Treo with something more robust. All I'm really looking for is a way to group individual Tasks into projects.
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posted by tommasz
on Sep 21, 2009 -
2 answers
todolist filter: I know there are
dozens of questions here about to-do lists already, but, alas, none of them fit my requirements.
I really like MS Project - it's hierarchical (tasks can nest), and can enforce due dates, but it's too heavy handed for what I need & old tasks don't disappear. I need something like MS Project, but simpler...
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posted by Muffy
on Sep 18, 2009 -
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I am thinking of switching to the iPhone cult (long-time Nokia user) but I am very concerned about whether the iPhones/iTunes combo can support my day-to-day workflow, which is mostly Outlook-based.
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posted by costas
on Jun 18, 2009 -
5 answers
Is there an easier and less manual way to export your calendar, contacts, tasks and notes in Outlook?
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posted by mr_silver
on Feb 20, 2009 -
6 answers
Oh no not another task management question!
I'm looking for a web-based task manager that lets me sub-divide tasks.
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posted by devnull
on Jan 19, 2009 -
10 answers
OutlookFilter: Is there a way to assign a task in Outlook where I receive the reminder as well as the assignee?
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posted by faunafrailty
on Jul 28, 2008 -
2 answers
I hate cooking. I
hate cooking. I really, really,
really hate cooking. I need to learn how to love it.
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posted by WCityMike
on Oct 20, 2007 -
87 answers
Why does Entourage (2004) print my tasks in a different order than they show up on the screen?
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posted by 4ster
on Jul 31, 2007 -
1 answer
I need a better todo/tasks management system. I'm on a mac, and iCal isn't getting the job done...
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posted by Gideon
on Feb 2, 2007 -
15 answers
I'm using MS Outlook at work as a Project Manager in Technology (I don't have a choice on that). Are there some good tricks you've come across to manage communications, status of tasks, categories, or just some way of keeping track of the bazillion pieces that actually works? Bonus if your work involves the large software company on the east side (Microsoft).
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posted by ValveAnnex
on Sep 28, 2005 -
8 answers
Our small web development company is looking into project management software. I've been looking around, but can't seem to find something that really suits our needs.
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posted by frufry
on Apr 14, 2005 -
13 answers
My office just upgraded all of us to Outlook 2003 and I've lost functionality that I found very helpful. In Outlook 2000 I was able to display both a portion of my Calendar as well my Tasks in the main view of my mailboxes. I've gone through numerous options to find this functionality, but no luck. Any suggestions for restoring said functionality?
posted by FlamingBore
on Dec 10, 2004 -
6 answers
