Josh Zerkel is a certified professional organizer and founder of Custom Living Solutions, the Bay Area’s leading productivity and organization consulting firm. He was also the president of the San Francisco Bay chapter of the National Association of Professional Organizers from 2008 through 2010.
As the end of the year approaches, it’s a great time to review what’s worked in your business — and what hasn’t — and come up with solutions for making things even better next year. An easy fix is to look at some of your regular business processes and see what can be tweaked, updated, or improved. Sometimes, just choosing the right tech tools can help give you a big productivity boost. Here are a few of my favorites that can help you create more ease and productivity in your creative business:
Stitch Labs — If you carry any sort of inventory, you’ve probably already experienced what a hassle it can be to try to keep track of everything — especially if you sell at events, in stores, and online. Managing all the moving parts can be a pain, and it can be even harder to quickly tell what’s a hot seller where, who is buying what, and figure out what you should make more of — and what you shouldn’t bother wasting more time on. Stitch pulls all those various pieces together — inventory, invoicing and fulfillment, and contact management — all under one umbrella, letting you easily keep track of everything and generate reports so you can see what’s up with your business. It’s designed specifically for the needs of crafty folks and makers, and integrates directly with your Etsy shop.
ReQall — You’re out in the world, and you have a thought. Maybe it’s a to-do you want to remember, or maybe it’s something that you need to pick up from the craft shop. To keep track of such random stuff, maybe right now you leave yourself a voicemail with the important item, or maybe you write it down on a scrap of paper. If you’re like some of my clients, maybe you write it on your hand! There’s a better way. ReQall is a smart task and to-do manager. It lets you phone in, email, text, or IM in your tasks, then it helps you organize them by context and location — that way when you’re at the craft shop, only the items that relate to that spot will show on your smartphone’s to-do list. This makes it easier to get to your relevant to-do’s based on where you are and what you’re working on.
EchoSign — You’ve agreed to a distribution deal for your products, and you’re anxious to close the deal as quickly as possible. Too bad, because you sent over the contract a few days ago, and you’re still waiting for the countersigned copy to be sent back to you so that you can start production. Bummer! Contract turn-around can be an agonizing process for any deal, big or small. You can streamline the process of getting contacts signed and deals closed by using a digital signature service like EchoSign. You upload a contract, digitally sign it (you can even initial it and add checkboxes), and then send it electronically to the recipient. They electronically sign it, and both you and they are sent PDF copies of the signed agreement. This can save lots of time, frustration, and anxiety — and let you get on with your business quickly.
Evernote — You have ideas. Lots of ideas. You get inspiration everywhere — from things you see on the street, articles you read on the web, sketches on the back of envelopes, and more. But how do you keep track of it all? If you’re like some of my clients, you don’t — and as a result, there’s no organization to your ideas, which costs you time when you’re trying to flesh out an important idea. You need a spot to keep all that stuff — along with all your other “bits” of information. That spot can be Evernote — an easy-to-use repository for all sorts of information. You can snap photos with your phone, text in notes, capture web pages, and much more, then easily organize it, sync your stuff to all your devices, and find everything you’re looking for within seconds. Way, way better than dumping all your ideas in a box or drawer.
There are literally thousands of apps and tools that can help you boost your productivity, and these are just a few of my favorites. What are some of yours? Sound off in the comments.
195 comments
Sign in to add your ownjammerjewelry says:
Wonderfully informative article, thanks so much for sharing.
169 days ago
gungorkaya says:
Evernote is a wonderful tool.
169 days ago
GoddessFindings says:
wow fantastic, these are great helpers! xo
169 days ago
dessertfirstdesigns says:
Thanks so much for the info!
169 days ago
Hilliker says:
awesome! thanks so much. this helps - especially the evernotes. i'm always getting inspired randomly.. hilliker.etsy.com
169 days ago
nadinessra says:
I'm new to online business apps and tools. And curious about Outright --what do you guys think?
169 days ago
MrRaccoonsempire says:
I can't wait to check these out. I love organization!
169 days ago
opendoorstudio says:
love the Evernote idea...but the link does not seem to be working! off to google it... Ideas... I got a million of them!
169 days ago
KPlager says:
Thanks for sharing! I never heard of any of these things, but now I know!
169 days ago
HootieOwls says:
Thank you for sharing..can't wait to check out the programs!
169 days ago
pamwares says:
great ideas. one small call out - the links go no where. xoxo
169 days ago
HibouCards says:
wow this is really helpful... and maybe, just maybe I will finally get rid of all these scraps of paper with to-do lists written all over them ;) Who said technology couldn't help us crafty people! Thanks for sharing this info and keep it coming. Hibou
169 days ago
pamwares says:
great ideas. I have been wanting to use evernote.
169 days ago
LittleWrenPottery says:
Great article, I'm always on the look out for new tools! unfortunately your link to stitchlabs doesn't work properly, I'm heavily reliant on lists to get everything done this time of year!
169 days ago
thehappycouple says:
Great ideas. I love the idea of ReQall being able to sort your lists by your location. Now I just need a smart phone....
169 days ago
KettleConfections says:
I've heard of Etsy apps that auto renew, or relist your items at specified times- will be looking into that for our shop for the new year!
169 days ago
NicoAndMooMoo says:
I need an organized in my life!!! Thanks for the tips :)
169 days ago
NicoAndMooMoo says:
PS oops, Evernote link is not working...
169 days ago
FreshLemonBlossoms says:
This is a great article, thanks! But I can't get the links to work.
169 days ago
uniquefabricgifts says:
New year 's resolution. I will get organized!!!
169 days ago
Iammie says:
Thanks for sharing.
169 days ago
theroyal says:
thanks always for the advice
169 days ago
JewelrybyDorothy says:
Sounds great, but the links are not working.
169 days ago
CassiasGarden says:
Yes, I need stitch! Thank you for sharing!
169 days ago
alibli says:
This sounds useful... thanks for sharing!
169 days ago
TheBloomingThread says:
oh, bless you! my inventory whoes are being heard! man-i love etsy apps!
169 days ago
designsbybeccashop says:
Stitch Labs sounds like exactly what I need!! I am trying to juggle keeping track of inventory in 4 local shops, exhibiting at craft shows and keeping up with my etsy shop! It can be exhausting and my excel knowledge only goes so far :) Thanks for sharing all of these tips!!
169 days ago
missbeawants says:
Great selection of tips, am definitely going to check a few of the links out and see if I can make use of them for my shops.
169 days ago
urbangirl5 says:
great to learn about new tools. I love love love Evernote!
169 days ago
jamiespinello says:
Checking these out.
169 days ago
jamiespinello says:
the links don't work for me...
169 days ago
HauteHauseOfGlam says:
The links aren't working for me either!
169 days ago
RedRavensCauldron says:
These look great! I am interested in Evernote. But, there is something wrong with the link because it does not take me to "Evernote". It takes me to a page that says "Uh oh! Can't find that page. Try starting from scratch in the blogs". Any suggestions about how I can find the Evernote page?
169 days ago
branda says:
Interesting post!!
169 days ago
DiVinaDesigns says:
We use producteev to keep track of orders, tasks and assign who does what
169 days ago
MarketPiazza says:
Very helpful; thanks so much!!!
169 days ago
PrettyDuzz says:
evernote is very cool - need a way to get all email to come to one place now that Threadsy has closed theirs down.
169 days ago
PrettyDuzz says:
evernote is very cool. need another way to collect all email in one place now that threadsy has closed down their ap
169 days ago
PrettyDuzz says:
sorry for repeating - etsy said it didn't work the first time.
169 days ago
BackyardBrand says:
good to know!
169 days ago
CraftyStitches says:
Wonderful notes and reminder to get organized
169 days ago
bib4brides says:
Thanks for the great info!
169 days ago
MaggiePainting says:
I need a Mom! This is the next best thing!
169 days ago
kitandcaboodleshop says:
Great info. I'm looking into that inventory tracker.
169 days ago
FritzandFraulein says:
Great article! I have a feeling Stitch Labs will save me down the road as I expand and EverNote sounds amazing! Definitely going to check it out! Thanks!
169 days ago
MagMoment says:
I am working on an access database for my art. I will definitely look at this other software for ideas. Thanks for these neat helpers!
169 days ago
metalicious says:
Great ideas to help us creatives stay organized! I love using outright.com for my accounting. It keeps my banking, business credit cards and etsy all linked together. And it reminds me when I need to pay taxes! AND it prints out easy-to-understand reports. *report geek*
169 days ago
KIMMSMITH says:
Fab info! Thank you, will be checking everything out!
169 days ago
littleyellowyarrow says:
These are wonderful suggestions! Thank you!
169 days ago
funthreadz says:
I've only heard of Evernote. Thanks so much Josh. I really did need something to help with inventory and keeping track of things. Very informative. :-)
169 days ago
MomoTrees says:
really great ideas! I love the stitch labs concept & can't wait to try it out.
169 days ago
thechicpea says:
Oh my gosh, this is exactly what I've been needing! Thanks!
169 days ago
HarmonyGirlsClothing says:
Are these apps for the iPad?
169 days ago
pillows4fun says:
Love all the suggestions!
169 days ago
LiLYorkieFruFru says:
Oooh, I love new technology for helping with organization (especially when it's free)!! Thank you! I have been looking for a good program to use to create my wholesale line sheet in....one that is easy to update. I just made mine in Microsoft Word and it just isn't working out very well for my business. Does anyone know of any good programs to help with this issue?
169 days ago
LauraEllisonDesigns says:
Thanks Josh- just what I need to start my new year organized!
169 days ago
moonlightdesigns2 says:
Hope you are reading these responses as none of the links you gave us are working!! Great app ideas though, thanks!!
169 days ago
mysticknotwork says:
great tips I'll be checking out Reqall for sure
169 days ago
Studio139Designs says:
Thanks for the great ideas. Appreciate it.
169 days ago
WendyMillerStudios says:
Just recently started my shop, and these ideas will help me a bunch. Thanks
169 days ago
iloveitall says:
Just got my new iPhone, so will definitely check out Evernote...thanks!
169 days ago
folkyart says:
Love the stitch app!
169 days ago
ClassicKeepsakes says:
Always looking for ways to be better organized. Will be checking these for sure. Thank you for the tips!
169 days ago
christianesutherland says:
Thank you! I need to organize! Love that technology can help you do that!
169 days ago
gabrieladesign says:
Wow.. great "tools", thanks!
169 days ago
AleciaWesner says:
Can't wait to try these! Thank you!!!!
169 days ago
pinkypromise10 says:
Josh - I am anxious to try these tips out. It seems that one month I will do pretty well and then the next month it is a very slow month. How can I keep my sales consistent. I don't think I am doing anything different. Do you have any tips that I can try?
169 days ago
princcessnadia says:
Thanks for the great app examples I would have never thought to try an app
169 days ago
GillyLynn says:
Great article! Sometimes the creative mind gets the best of me and I need help organizing all my thoughts. I'm a culprit of scribbling random notes to myself. These tools will certainly be helpful!
169 days ago
pennyglassgirl says:
Great and useful ideas here, thanks:)
169 days ago
RevivedVintage says:
Evernote and Outright...can't imagine running my shop without them!
169 days ago
KaransPotsAndGlass says:
Wow! It's all new to me! I'm the person with a sketchbook in a box... and a few receipts thrown in! I'm going to look into this! Just ordered an ipad this weekend... sounds like the two of these together may be brilliant!?
169 days ago
WeAreUnique says:
thanks for sharing! I have not heard of these before but I will try to start using them!
169 days ago
ThePassionatePearl says:
Thanks so much for taking the time to do this! Really appreciated!
169 days ago
CatWhitworth says:
Great tips!
169 days ago
franstradingpost says:
Thanks a bunch (a true Southern expression) !! MY life is sooo disorganized.
169 days ago
aerologie says:
As above, the links are not working.
169 days ago
sabrinagilbert says:
great advice to stay on top of things and keep yourself inspired! Love it:)
169 days ago
AlphaSoupPhotography says:
Just what I need!!!
169 days ago
sherribloomer says:
Ooh - Stitch Labs has a Print catalog/line sheet function! Nice! Just what I need! I have a combination import/handmade business, so need to integrate my webstore w/imported goods and my hand made jewelry. Squee!
169 days ago
leighswiccanboutique says:
Wonderful Article! Thank you so much for sharing and I cant wait to try out the apps.
169 days ago
ExclusiefByVera says:
Great tips, anything that helps organizing so many devices and the ability to merge is wonderful. Thanks
169 days ago
stepbackink says:
Great ideas I used evernote but it screwed up my iPad !!!
169 days ago
SilverDragon says:
Does Evernote work with the Opera Browser? I am using Todoist for list keeping. It's ok and free but I'm wondering if there are better free list tracking utils online. Thanks!
169 days ago
arribachica says:
Perfect timing! Thank you :-)
169 days ago
castillejacotton says:
Evernote is my favorite app. I can use it on my laptop, phone and ipad. I can even share my christmas shopping list notebook with my husband.
169 days ago
TidBitz says:
I guess I need to get a smartphone! Thanks for some cool app ideas!
169 days ago
melsumn1 says:
Great ideas...visited the links. Each program didn't say if they can be used through multi media...HTC, Android, iPad, dial in remote etc... Example...I am at a trunk sale and a customer likes this item...but would rather it be a different color....If I could access ReQall from my phone that would be great. I use my Android for the picture taking for ideas...its great...hook it up to my computer and sort from there. Also have 90% of my inventory on the same phone. So an inventory that is on the fly updated would be great.
169 days ago
BusyChickadees says:
Thank you! I am just starting my store and have never heard of any of these. I will be checking them out.
169 days ago
lololyta says:
Great I loved the Stitch Labs idea. Thank you so much
169 days ago
MissToryDesigns says:
Great ideas. Now what shall I put into practice first?
169 days ago
JoshuaZerkel says:
Hi everyone, Thanks for the great comments! Sorry about the links - I'm not sure why they're not working. Here are the correct links: www.stitchlabs.com www.reqall.com www.echosign.com www.evernote.com And if you like resources like these, check out my full list of tools at http://www.customlivingsolutions.com/productivity-toolbox In answer to some of the questions above: - Some tools have web-only versions, while others (ReQall, Evernote, have mobile versions). You'll want to check out each tool to see if they offer the mobile version you're looking for. - pinkypromise10 - Without knowing more about your offerings and your sales funnel, it's hard to know why your sales are up and down each month. I'd venture a guess to say that you are not alone in having a roller-coaster in your business - that's often part of the deal. What you may want to do is dig a bit deeper into your sales data and see what products are selling most, to whom, and when, and see if you can build on that patter. And you'd also want to do the opposite - what products are slow sellers, and see if you can spend less time focusing on those. Stitch Labs makes doing this kind of analysis easy. Finally, a note on free stuff: Most online tools a free tier of service, and I encourage you to use it to try out a service or app and see if it's the right fit for you. If you find that an app or service is helpful enough for you to continue using it in your business, I encourage you to pay for it, even if you still qualify for the free tier. Why? Just like most of us in this forum, many of these online tools are very small companies. Every subscriber helps them to stay around and continue offering their service. If you build the cost of these services into your cost of doing business, and price your products accordingly, we will all continue to benefit from these tools being around for the long haul!
169 days ago
lulubijoubeads says:
Great read.. thanku!
169 days ago
LiLYorkieFruFru says:
Ooooh, yay! @sherribloomer answered my question! Thank you! Stitch Labs does allow you to create and print line sheets!! I am so excited I could do a little dance....:)
169 days ago
Divineangelshop says:
Thanks for the info. Evernote hm-m-m-m I think i need to check that out.
169 days ago
TheCoasterMan says:
Thanks for all your suggestions. I really need help jump-starting my views. I am hopeful the views will generate my sales.
169 days ago
acommonthread says:
great ideas! I use: ► Outright to organize my bookkeeping (it's almost entirely automatic) ► CraftyBase to organize my inventory (works really well with Etsy and gives you the option to tracking materials AND finished products) ► Evernote to track ideas and to-do lists ► Gmail Labels/Multiple inboxes to track item Production
169 days ago
MikesLightedBottles says:
Some great tips! Thanks, Mike
169 days ago
JEchardCreations says:
thanks i need help
169 days ago
ENDEARINGENDEAVORS says:
awesome!! :-)
169 days ago
charcoaldesigns says:
I've been using the Flava app a lot lately. It's primarily a diary/journal app but I use it to keep track of my discoveries and ideas! You can upload pictures, put funny little 'stickers' on them (optional of course) and make notes about them. I have found it especially useful for keeping track of products and supplies that I need for my business, for instance where I found something and how much it costs, being able to take a picture of the supplies and products and make notes is so helpful!
169 days ago
Angelfacegirls says:
Oh gosh Josh! I would need you to organize the arts and crafts supply for me. I have to get that CraftyBase and a lot of bins. But, I am thinking about it.
169 days ago
SpaGirlSoaps says:
Great article packed with ideas and solutions. Going to check out a few...and start implementing...
169 days ago
WhisperingOak says:
Thanks for the article listing these tools.
169 days ago
PillowPillow says:
The Craftybase sounds like something I could use. Organization is the key to success as well as advertising!!
169 days ago
riverrattile says:
I'll have to check these out!
168 days ago
hazaricreations says:
WOW ! Wonderful info... and great ideas !
168 days ago
shama says:
Thanks Josh t ,I am going to check them :) out. LOL
168 days ago
WhirlGirlGlass says:
Thanks I hadn't heard of any of them. I can't wait to check them out!
168 days ago
natashajain says:
I enjoy using FreshBooks.com (also available as a lite app) for invoicing clients -- useful for keeping up with big and/or recurring orders. So many apps to check out these days. Thanks!
168 days ago
SparrowSeas says:
I appreciate your organizational ideas-thank you:)
168 days ago
AstridLily says:
Really great information. I am creative and great at sales, but when it comes to organizing- omg it's actually really scary for me! It's like I have a little eight year old inside me yelling defiantly- I will not clean my room/ keep inventory/ have an inch of clear desk space! Lol, oh boy could I use the help of an organizer!!
168 days ago
Avictoria says:
I appreciate the thoughts and insight. Thanks for sharing this!
168 days ago
WhimsyBitsbyTeegan says:
Thank you so much for sharing these tips!! I love Evernote and as a Mom, I use Cozi.com to journal and it is linked to my fb, blog, etc. I am off to test the waters of
168 days ago
WhimsyBitsbyTeegan says:
Stitch labs and ReQall. Too cool! Thank you, thank you!!
168 days ago
FranceRomance says:
ah! I needed that getting busy!!! Merci!
168 days ago
LaAlicia says:
Lots of good ideas here! Off to explore -- thank you! :)
168 days ago
joywelry2love says:
Thanks for the tips! I don't know though if this will work on my iPad
168 days ago
BusyLizzyBoutique says:
Wow. The Stitch thing is the most interesting to me. I've got an Excel sheet, but it is pretty cumbersome to keep up with, and I keep forgetting how I intended to update it, so I have to keep "reinventing the wheel" every time I go to use the thing. Can't wait to try your suggestions! Many thanks!
168 days ago
fuchsialove says:
Thanks so much! Can't wait to check these out. I've heard great things about Evernote. I can also recommend Dropbox for storing and accessing images and other files.
168 days ago
fuchsialove says:
Thank you! Can't wait to check these out. I've heard great things about Evernote and I can also highly recommend Dropbox for storing and accessing images and other files (and making them accessible to others).
168 days ago
ourdreamland says:
Thanks so much! Very helpful info. I'm new at all this so every piece of information is a real blessing.
168 days ago
ourdreamland says:
Thanks so much for the help. I'm new at this so every piece of information is a real blessing.
168 days ago
DawnMilstrey says:
Some great tools to help with our New Year's resolutions!!! Here's to an organized 2012!
168 days ago
amiete says:
Thank you for helping find a solution to the one thing I couldn't de-clutter my idea bins. Yes that was an s. They even weigh a substantial amount. I look forward to checking out Ever note and the other apps mentioned since I'm all about having access to everything everywhere Let's me work anywhere.
168 days ago
TriosTreasures says:
I love your articles! They always come in the right time (At least for me they do!!) thank you !!!!!
168 days ago
SlopingBarnVintage says:
Excellent suggestions - thank you!!
168 days ago
VintageAndSupply says:
Man, I totally need to get on board w/ technology! I have never used an app in my life, or an iphone, pad or whatever. I know there are things out there that would make business and life much easier. I keep track of my $ in $ out on paper lol. ALL my little scraps of notes are always lost, I like the idea of keeping track of everything for me all in one place. Thanks for the thought process you now have me spinning on :)
168 days ago
Gelada says:
Josh, thanks 4 the productive tips
168 days ago
ExoticTreasuresJewel says:
Fantastic article. Thank you for sharing. Organization is one area where we have difficulty. And remembering our creative ideas, too. Will try these ideas.
168 days ago
iyiamihandbags says:
Thanks so much for the useful informations!
168 days ago
freesoul says:
I wonder if these tools are useful even if we don't have a smart phone or cell phone?
168 days ago
ile1974 says:
WOW! Thanks for these great ideas^_^
168 days ago
AMSkrafts says:
Great tips!! The Evernote program sounds like exactly what I need! I get great project ideas when I'm in line for coffee, or just relaxing on the couch, but I keep forgetting to write them down. I look forward to use it, I'm going to download it tonight :)
168 days ago
BeauMiracle says:
Great tips! I love evernote :)
168 days ago
CraftyElla says:
Great tips!!!
168 days ago
jackomollan says:
I,m so lovin these ideas. A great help to me. Thank you so much for sharing. Kind regards Jacko.
168 days ago
SheEarth says:
I love your ideas, but then I have my mum. I am reasonably organized and get all my tasks done and then have to start on hers because she never gets anything completed. Would you like an exchange student, slightly older less focused exchange student, think of it as your ultimate organization conquest.
168 days ago
BlacknickSculpture says:
It appears scribbling my ideas on the back of an envelope and sticking it in a shoebox have become obsolete ; P
168 days ago
HatsukoiMN says:
Thank you for sharing these great ideas.
168 days ago
Gigitryb says:
Thank you so very much! Great tips
168 days ago
PowderButterfly says:
Similar to Evernote I have been using Spring Pad, which an Etsyian mentioned. Etsy is a wonderful resources of information, thanks so much for this. Very useful!!
168 days ago
YOURDAILYJEWELS says:
Evernote is fantastic. Thank you for these ideas
168 days ago
SweetSincerity says:
Great ideas for getting more organized...the quality I am the least skilled at! I definitely can use all the help I can get! :) Thanks for this post.
168 days ago
MotuProprio says:
Great tips, thank you!
168 days ago
Donkeystudio says:
These all sound great! I sync my iPhone calendar with my husbands so I can see when I have some free time for making/ vintage hunting - it also has stopped the eternal question "so what's happening this weekend?"
168 days ago
HarmonyGirlsClothing says:
Hey! Does anyone know if these are available as apps for the Ipad? Anyone? Thanks!!!!
168 days ago
krisnjeffrey says:
Great ideas. LOVE Evernote!
168 days ago
YouandMeDolls says:
I am going to look into this. Want to spend my time creating not keeping track of everything! thanks, Diane
168 days ago
knittedbybarbara says:
Thanks for the brilliant ideas! Can't wait to get -better- organised, Barbara
168 days ago
Royalpaca says:
Strange , how this piece of info came to me today... I was just thinking about how I need to get organized... Will try! thanks
168 days ago
HappyBonesArt says:
I will have to check all of these out. Thanks for the info!
168 days ago
BrandybuckClothiers says:
I think I just got 3 steps closer to NEEDING a smart phone
168 days ago
Ciaffi says:
Thank you very much Josh for including our notebook!! :-) :-)
168 days ago
HomeStudio says:
checking out Evernote. Thank you Josh!
168 days ago
shellypsoulcircles says:
Very informative and choc-full of additional accoutrements! Thanks!
168 days ago
FISHeFISH says:
thanks for the info!
168 days ago
kangacoo says:
Love this than you! I shared it on my fan page and just may be using stitch labs soon. They all sound great but I can only handle one new tech tool at a time. LOL http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fashion-Business-Mentor/267103400000845
168 days ago
chinmayo says:
Fabulous +++ just what the doctor ordered.
168 days ago
petimagery says:
Everyone can always use more orgainization. Thanks
168 days ago
moldsrus says:
Time to organize!!
168 days ago
Monalisaart says:
Fantastic Ideas!!! Thanks!!!
168 days ago
catiques says:
Very informative and with a couple changes it will work for my vintage items. We keep our items on large metal shelves for inventory purposes.
168 days ago
metroretroapparel says:
thank you
168 days ago
atthestudiodoor says:
I definitely need to get better organized for 2012! I've been using Springpad lately to organize ideas, bookmarks, recipes, etc, it's easier to use than Evernote ( springpadit.com ). And I just starting using Workflowy for my to-do list - it's AWEsome because you can have it show you just the stuff you need to look at right then & not get overwhelmed by the hundred other things on the list. It's my favorite thing right now. ( workflowy.com )
168 days ago
StyleGraphicDesign says:
It sounds really good idea! All in a place!
168 days ago
Ahkriti says:
These are great ideas to be more productive and more organised! Thank you!
168 days ago
KristinaChadwick says:
Great article - thanks for pulling it all together!
168 days ago
aliceandlois says:
Thanks for the valuable information! Great timing!
167 days ago
sofisticata says:
Thank you for sharing! Interesting article! :)
167 days ago
bookpaperart says:
I will look into these suggestions. Thanks for sharing!
167 days ago
ThisCharmingCandy says:
Chiming in with some love for Stitch Labs here - the inventory management side of things is really pretty sweet!
167 days ago
areleldesigns2 says:
Looking forward to using "Evernote". I have never heard of it before and it will sure beat the drawer with all my ideas shoved in it....and what a pain when I need to find something and have to dump the whole drawer....thanks. :o)
167 days ago
HipposAndBabydolls says:
Thank you, extremely helpful!
167 days ago
LovelyCrochetBoutiq says:
Great reminder ideas of the "Evernote"! Starting to organize my-etsyself ideas. Thanks so much for these share-ing!
167 days ago
WestAstheCrowFlies says:
Thanks for the recommendations. Overwhelming to consider all the app options available; good to get user feedback to at least know where to start! Keep sharing those ideas!
167 days ago
JudiFitzPatrick says:
Thanks so much for sharing these ideas!
167 days ago
maridajewelry says:
THANK YOUUUU! Greatly helpful!
167 days ago
BlossomandTwig says:
AWESOME - right on time ♥ ♥
167 days ago
JKistlerStudios says:
Thanks! ReQuall and Evernote sound relaly cool!
167 days ago
JKistlerStudios says:
*really cool! (oops!)
167 days ago
RoughMagicCreations says:
Thanks for showing us these apps! Something to look into after the holiday rush! My favorite *Etsy helper* is Clockbot over at Statsy.org, where I schedule my renewals ahead of time. I use it almost every day during this busy time of year.
167 days ago
travelingtailorstudi says:
Great tools. Thank you. Just about to upgrade to an iPhone, too. Have a great holiday.
166 days ago
Jugosa says:
greate information. I will use some of these
166 days ago
BarbedWireLeather says:
This is great information. To get up to speed I guess I must give up my pager and get an i-phone
166 days ago
leslieholz says:
Great information and perfect timing with the new year just weeks away. Sometimes I think an entire day off just to think and let your brain decompress is as valuable as any app. (The apps don't hurt either tho....)
166 days ago
ergas says:
Thank you for sharing
164 days ago
sparrownestscript says:
Really helpful--I've been using Outright, but Stitch seems like an interesting alternative, especially since it offers more than just income vs. expense. Thanks for the info!
164 days ago
mikiheather says:
I f I had to desribe my mind it would be more like a morrocan bazaar than a serene garden, so I downloaded Evernote the other day. It works brilliantly to keep my otherwise chaotic mind under control!
162 days ago
Mianies says:
Thanks for sharing these tools! Organization is not my strong suit so any help is very beneficial
161 days ago
KiwiArtHouse says:
will definitely be getting Evernote! I'm always thinking up ideas for paintings and then forgetting them by the time I get back! Thanks for the help!
160 days ago
FlowersAndLemons says:
I am a bit disappointed that all of these tips are handy for people that have smartphones. I prefer to do most things without a computer... (I get very, very distracted when my computer is turned on.. Lot's of things to look at, but it doesn't make me very productive...)
158 days ago
JillianReneDecor says:
Thank you so much for all of the great tips and info!
158 days ago
dottiesdream says:
Great tips. Thank you.
158 days ago
GemdropsoftheFalls says:
Very interesting tools. Thank you for sharing!
139 days ago