Which apps I truly like and why

Summary

The author discusses their preference for various applications that enhance productivity and personalization in their work as a freelance writer.

Abstract

In the provided content, the author expresses a personal reliance on a suite of applications to manage their work efficiently as a freelance writer. These applications are integral to their daily routine, aiding in organization, writing, and communication. The author emphasizes the importance of being able to choose applications that align with personal workflow preferences, such as Google's suite of tools, Zoho, Microsoft Office, and others. They also appreciate applications that offer customization options, like adding personal dictionaries, which make work more enjoyable and productive. The author concludes by listing specific applications they enjoy using, including PlanMaker Free, Libre Office, Wunderlist, Slack, Dropbox, Canva, and MailChimp, noting the unique features and benefits of each.

Opinions

The author values the ability to select applications that suit their individual needs and work style.
Personalization features, such as adding a personal dictionary, are important to the author for enhancing the enjoyment and productivity of their work.
The author is currently learning to be more organized and is utilizing applications to assist in this process.
Google's ecosystem, including Gmail and Family Link, is highly regarded by the author for its comprehensive range of applications.
Zoho Docs is a preferred tool for writing, highlighting the author's appreciation for diverse office suites.
Microsoft Office is acknowledged for its longevity and improvements over time, though the author laments the need to purchase it.
PlanMaker Free is commended for its customizable interface despite the limitation of not having templates.
Libre Office is actively used by the author, indicating a preference for open-source software.
Wunderlist is praised for its utility in managing tasks and lists.
Slack is recognized for its team collaboration features, including the ability to add teammates and use hashtags.
Dropbox is appreciated not only for file sharing but also for its new document creation and collaboration capabilities.
Canva receives high praise for its versatility in creating visual content across various platforms.
MailChimp is valued for its effectiveness in distributing newsletters, which the author uses to update subscribers about their latest work.

Use in business

Most businesses do work with different kind of applications that suit their needs and their kind of business. As a freelance writer, I can use any kind of application to use to plan my writings. I was never organised, so I’m learning to do it right now.

As a writer, I’m working alone. That means — in my case — sitting behind my laptop and writing while there is nobody around me who is disturbing me a lot.

I can choose the apps I love to work with and I don’t have to learn new application skills (I don’t mind if I have to, but sometimes it takes time to more deep into it). But if I can choose applications myself I know for sure I truly like what I work with. Some of the applications can be made more personal. For me that’s important; like adding your dictionary. Then, work and writing will be more fun to do and I’ll be more productive than ever. Without those apps, I think I couldn’t be that much productive than I was the last few weeks.

Here is a list of apps/programmes I love to work with:

Google: this is a huge and big platform with so many apps/programmes. For example, Google has Gmail to keep track of your e-mail, for work or private. Also, it has office apps. You don’t need to open your office application. Another application they have and I like is Family Link to keep track of my daughters’ phone. It comes along with your Gmail account.

Zoho: this is also a huge platform/programme. Also with an office suite. It looks different than others like Google or Microsoft. But I love to work with it, especially the Zoho docs as I am a writer. This comes along if you have an account with Zoho mail.

Microsoft Office is one of the oldest office applications with so many improvements. It’s a shame that you have to buy for it.

PlanMaker Free: this is another word processor and it’s free. You can custom the interface. It is a normal and good working word processor. Only you can’t use templates. But that’s fine because I always use templates online or from other office applications. Then I save it on my laptop.

Libre Office: another office application that is good to work with. I use it right now to write this article!

Wunderlist: a great app for using as a groceries list, to-do list and keep track from everything you do.

Slack: this is a website that has an application for laptop/phone/tablet as well to work with. You can add teammates, hashtags and so on to generate with your team to be more productive and keep track of the tasks to be done.

Dropbox: this app/website started as just a sharing application. But since a short time, you also can write documents with it and share those with your team.

Canva: I love this so much. You can create anything if you’re making visual arts. Logo’s, newsletters, social media posts, and so much more.

MailChimp: a great website where you can send newsletters about your business. I use it to send my subscribers my latest work.

Perhaps I’ll come across more apps I use, but this is it for now.

Which apps I truly like and why

Everyone uses apps these days. On the laptop, on their phone or their tablet.

Use in business

Here is a list of apps/programmes I love to work with: