15 Free Productivity Resources to Get More Organized in 2017

The start of a new year is a great time to reflect on what has worked for you and what hasn’t. If you’ve come to the conclusion that you need to be more organized in 2017, you’re not alone. But the question is, how can you do it? Fortunately, there are plenty of free productivity resources available that can help. Here are 15 of the best:

1. Google Drive: Google Drive is a must-have for those who swear by Google. It includes Google Spreadsheets and Google Docs, which allow for easy collaboration and sharing of files. You can even share notes from within a document.

2. IFTTT: If you’re hooked on social media, IFTTT is the perfect resource for you. It allows various services and apps to connect and work together. You can create your own IFTTT recipe to automatically upload your Instagram photos into your Google Drive account or utilize it in endless combinations.

3. RescueTime: RescueTime is a computer program that tracks which websites and programs you use the most. It not only shows which program or website you spend the most time on but also demonstrates in which hours you are least productive. It will also show you the best and worst days of the week, and if you become a premium user, you can block out distracting sites.

4. Toggl: Toggl is a time-tracking resource that is extremely easy to use. Its primary function is to track the time you take to complete various tasks, and it provides a weekly report on your performance.

5. StayFocused: An extended and free version of Chrome, StayFocused blocks distracting sites like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter while you’re working. It can be customized to choose which websites you want to block and for how long.

6. Chrome to Mobile: This unique extension of Chrome allows you to directly move the web pages and other things that you are surfing onto your phone, which helps you to stay organized and keep browsing easily when you’re on the move.

7. LastPass: If you struggle to remember your passwords, LastPass is the perfect resource for you. It remembers all your passwords, so you won’t have to panic about forgetting them anymore. You can use LastPass across several devices, and it stores and audits passwords in your vault, creating more secure passwords. It is a secure tool to use, and you can stay organized in 2017.

8. Pocket: Pocket is an easy-to-use resource that helps you save videos, images, songs, or any content you want to check out later. It’s especially useful if you come across amazing content or videos but don’t have time to check them out at that moment. When you have some free time, you can open them on your mobile or computer and check them easily.

9. Podkicker: If you are one of those podcast addicts, Podkicker is a must-have resource that helps you organize your subscriptions. It has an easy-to-use interface and is free, allowing you to update to Podkicker Pro to get rid of unwanted ads.

10. Elance: If you struggle to concentrate on projects, Elance is a resource that can help you. If you want someone else to write your blogging content, you can sign up for free and pay 10% of what you earn per project. It’s an excellent resource to use when you want to hang out with friends or watch a movie without having to lose a client.

11. Hemingway: Do you have anyone to proofread your blog content after you’re done with it? Hemingway is a cool resource that will check the grammatical errors, spelling mistakes, punctuation, and sentence fragmentation of your content and highlight the errors so that you can rectify them.

12. SaneBox: For those who need to keep their email organized, SaneBox is a must-have tool. It can analyze your past and current mail activity to figure out which mail matters to you and which doesn’t. This resource helps you to move less significant emails to the SaneLater folder, which you can retrieve when you have spare time.

Remember that merely signing up for these free resources won’t solve all your organization and productivity issues instantly. Try picking one of these resources and stay true to using it every day! If these apps aren’t enough, check out the 5-minute hacks to solve all your woes.

In conclusion, getting more organized in 2017 is no longer a far-fetched dream thanks to the many productivity resources available for free. The key is to find the ones that work for you and use them regularly. Happy organizing!