Just about everyone I know has an issue with time, mainly, there is just not enough of it. I have assembled a collection of 6 time management tools for you to check out in hopes that you will find 1 or 2 that changes your time deficit into a more acceptable situation.
They are listed in no particular order of importance or effectiveness, as each would depend on your situation and needs. I will provide just a brief description for each but feel free to check into these if you have a need for better time management, and who doesn’t? 
You must have a Google account to use this and you are all set if you do.
Google Calendar is a nice time management tool with some decent features. If you have an iPhone or Blackberry, you can use Goosync to marry this with your phone. I suspect that this will work on other Smartphones as well, but can confirm the iphone and Blackberry.
2. Evernote
Great tool for sorting out your daily life. So much to like about this tool, like the ability to search, tag and share things. You can use it on your desktop, web or mobile device. Definitely check this out if you have not already.
I have not used this one as yet and only checked it out briefly a few weeks ago, but it comes highly recommended by quite a few of my friends who use it regularly, including @MikeCJ who first mentioned it to me. Now do not be fooled by this plain name, this thing has a powerhouse of features including access from anywhere, mobile phones included and updates to Google’s Calender and iGoogle. You can make lists, tags or organize in a number of ways. There is also a map feature that shows you where certain tasks are located.
I’ve been stuck on Evernote but plan to test drive this real soon.
4. Stickies
For visual reminders you may want to look at Stickies by Zhorn Software. Many people respond very well with this electronic version of the Post-It note, which goes back quite a ways in the computer world.
You can store text and images, snap the Stickies together and perform a host of other tasks. This package has won quite a few awards over the years.
5. Mind 42 (Mind For Two)
While poking around the net, I came across this very nice Mind Mapping tool. I know the topic is Time Management Tools but this is a two-fer. Not only can you create mind maps and add images but this also allows you to add notes and reminders. I see this as a fine tool for helping you generate some post ideas (which saves time) while incorporating some reminders as well. It is also great for collaborative projects. Hey, a free mind mapping tool and reminder rolled into one.
6. RescueTime
This service claims to recover nearly 4 hours weekly per person by monitoring how you use your time online. It tracks the active site in use only. A small application (Windows or MAC) runs in the background and monitors whichever window is active or on top. I have placed a short 1 minute video below that explains the process, which seems plain and simple enough.
This is not some “Big Brother” super-snooper type of program, as you will learn from the video. This could be a handy tool for measuring how you are spending your time online. I see this as only a temporary service to help you adjust your time resource accordingly.
RescueTime Time Tracking Overview from Tony Wright on Vimeo.
Conclusion
What’s important is that you find some means of utilizing your time more efficiently. Any time gained may be used toward other projects or the all important scheduled down time. Blogging is busy work as you know, so it is important to get in some time away and recharge your energy.
So let’s hear from you, have you used any time management tools or methods and if so, what were they and what were your results?
