These modern productivity tools range from gamified work apps to employee reinforcement platforms that aim to encourage staff with positive feedback. Standouts include social productivity apps that let users improve work habits alongside co-workers. In addition to staying self-motivated, users can seek support from friends while being accountable to a larger group.
Other notable examples include streamlined email apps that categorize priority and spam messages in order to save workers time. While examples like Google's Inbox app group messages according to subject matter and sender, the TL;DR email platform keeps text concise and caps messages over 30 words in length. This particular example is inspired by social media platforms like Twitter that are designed with a limited character count while ultimately cutting correspondence time in half.
38 Modern Productivity Tools
From Gamified Productivity Apps to Employee Reinforcement Platform:
Jana Pijak — Mar 17, 2016 — Tech
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Private Office Solutions
Brody by Steelcase Creates Comfy Pods for Solitude and Productivity
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Structured Success Planners
The SELF Journal Designs Encourage Accomplishments with Setting Goals
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Rated Freelance Apps
The 'Work Hard Anywhere' App Lets You Find a Space to Work While On the Go
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Challenge-Based Agendas
This Creative Planner Helps You Accomplish Your Goals in 30 Days
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Procrastination Penalty Platforms
This Goal Motivation Site Makes You Pay If You Miss Due Dates
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Productivity-Encouraging Bag Series
The Moleskine myCloud Bags are Professional and Portable
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Project Management Apps
The TimeKat App for Time-Tracking Keeps Creatives and Freelancers on Task
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Habit-Changing Apps
This App Encourages Users to Develop Productive Habits
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Brain-Boosting Apps
The 'Elevate' App Features Brain Training Games and Cognitive Exercises
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Personal Productivity Apps
This Automated Program Helps Users Streamline Office Tasks
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Goal-Oriented Journals
The Goal Tiger Productivity Planner Lets You Plan Out Your Success Strategy
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Productive Reminder Apps
The Wunderlist App Ensures That You're Always On Point
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Consolidated Content Apps
Caffeine Labs's Glance App for Productivity Saves You One Hour a Week
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Freelancer Organization Platforms
Freeter Helps Freelancers and Creatives Juggle Multiple Projects
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Productivity-Enhancing Stationery Collections
This Line of Moleskine Products is for Professionals
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Employee Motivation Tools
The iDoneThis Software Stimulates Workers Through a Collaborative System
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Consolidated Productivity Apps
The Morning App Combines Weather, Calendars, News and To-Do Lists
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Brain-Sensing Headbands
The Muse EEG Brain Trainer Helps You Stay Focused
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Productivity-Enhancing Apps
This App Helps Users Track Their Productivity Throughout the Day
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Visual Productivity Apps
'To Round' is a Task Manager App That Playfully Organizes Priorities
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Social Productivity Apps
Complete is a to Do List App Powered by Motivation from Friends
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Collaborative Task Management Apps
The 'GigJam' App Helps Deconstruct and Share To-Do Lists
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Gamified Productivity Apps
The QUEST App Promises to Help 'Level Up Your Life'
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Employee Reinforcement Platforms
The Tap My Back App Encourages Positive Workplace Behavior
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Concise Email Apps
The TL;DR Email App Ensures Messages Are Short and Sweet
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Encouraging Reminder Calendars
The 'Today Note' 2016 Daily Calendar Keeps Users Task-Oriented
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Productivity-Measuring Badges
This Wearable Efficiency Tracker is Supposed to Improve Performance
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Prioritizing Email Applications
'Spark' is an Application That Will Organize Important Emails
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Results-Oriented Meeting Apps
This App Ensures That Every Office Meeting is a Productive One
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Time Tracker Apps
The Yaware Time Tracker Platform Helps Consumers Get Things Done on Time
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Customizable Email Apps
The Airmail App Gives Users Complete Control Over Their Email
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Predictive Email Apps
The SlideMail Messaging Tool Learns Your Behaviors to Email For You
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Work-Encouraging Buttons
The Saent is an Electronic Aid that Seeks to Eliminate Work Distractions
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Integrated Video Conferencing Platforms
This Tool is Integrated with Different Applications
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Email Categorizing Apps
Google's Inbox App Helps Organize Your Mail Without Having to Read It
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Cross-Device Productivity Apps
The New 'Todoist' App Update Incorporates Total Device Support
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Educational Activity Planners
InvolvEdu is an App to Help Students Get Involved with Groups
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Efficient Smart Email Platforms
Customer Support Software Gorgias Uses Artificial Intelligence
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Minimalistic Productivity Timers
Minute Timer Uses Music to Induce Relaxation and Focus
Employee Mental Health Apps
PausePoint Offers Features That Will Increase Productivity
Personal Efficiency Optimizers
8020.in Everything Maximizes Results by Focusing on the Key 20%
Tracking Time Management Tools
Bubble Time Builds Focus by Using Timers and Visual Bubbles
Remote Work-Locating Tools
The Remote Worker Helps Digital Nomads Find a Temporary Space to Work
Workplace Management Solutions
Asa.Team Enhances Team Collaboration For Any Size
Freelance Productivity Apps
Minuto.gg Addresses the Challenge of Switching Between Multiple Tools
Productivity Enhancing Tools
The MOFT Snap Flow is a Sleek Portable Focus Tool
AI-Powered Time Management Apps
Tymely Integrates Analytics to Monitor Productivity Patterns
AI-Powered News Apps
The 'Particle' App Uses AI to Organize and Summarize Articles
Automated Sales Efficiency Tools
Oliv Saves Up to 10 Hours a Week in Sales Workflows with AI
Daily Motivation Apps
'Motivation' is an Empowering App Helping People Make the Most of Their Days
AI Note-Taking Apps
PowerNotes Remembers The Things you're Likely to Forget
Device-Streaming Productivity Applications
Microsoft Launched a Windows App to Stream Desktops
AI Business Solutions
Business App Pro Streamline Operations and Boost Productivity with AI
Simplified Video Production Tools
YouTube Simplified Enhances Productivity While Watching Videos
Mindful Smartphone Usage Apps
The 'Intenty' App Prompts Users to Rethink How They Use Their Phone
AI Self-Improvement Apps
LeapLife Uses Journaling and Other Features to Reduce Stress
AI-Powered Management Tools
Zavvy Helps HR Teams with Talent Management and Development
AI-Powered Digital Employees
Product Genius Transforms How Small Businesses Connect with Customers
Workplace Chat Automation Tools
Users Can Streamline Repetitive Queries with Question Base
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Gamified Workout Apps
'Workout Quest' Merges Workout Data with AI and Technology
AI Product Management Suites
ProdPad's Suite of AI Tools Streamline Product Management
Anti-Distraction Studying Apps
The 'StudyBug' Study Platform Offers AI-Enabled Assistance
AI Product Managers
Productly is a Tool that Keeps Customer Conversations in One Place
Cohesive App Interfaces
Native AI Eliminates the Need for Constant Context Switching Between Apps
Re-Imagined Time Management Tools
JotDay Uses Data From Other Apps to Offer an Intuitive Overview
Integrated Project Management Tools
Rise 2.0 Provides the Freedom to Focus on What Truly Matters
Intuitive Time Trackers
Time Tracker Provides Real-Time Insights into How Time is Allocated
Current Productivity Tools
Dots Agent Streamlines How Users Consume Essential Information
Consolidated Family Organizers
Jam Offers To-do Lists, Calendars, and More, All in One Place
Screen Time Reduction Apps
BePresent Gamifies Limiting Phone Usage with Daily Challenges
Health-Aware Schedulers
Lifestack Optimizes Schedules Using Health Data for Smarter Productivity
Distraction-Blocking Apps
The 'FlowBuddy' App Helps Users Cut Down on Screen Time
AI-Powered Collaboration Platforms
Zoom Workplace Enhances Virtual Conferences with AI
Digitized Life Goal Apps
Buckit Breaks Down Life Aspirations Into Achievable Goals
Inspiring Productivity Apps
Every Day Matters with Timeline - 17 and Its Unique Features
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
Personal Productivity Planners
PlanPlume Increases Work-Life Balance Through Personalized Planning
Automated Job Applicant Platforms
The 'SuperApplicant' Platform Tailors Every Application
AI-Powered Optimized Work Structures
Microsoft Places Finds the Best Time to Go into the Office
Family Organizational Apps
FamHive Incentivizes Family Chores and Organization
Socially Connected Workout Apps
The 'SocialPump' App Connects Athletes to Their Friends
Slacking Support Tools
Office Slacker Helps Workers Pretend to Be Busy
Digital Planning Tools
Penjo 3.0 is the Digital Planner with Text Recognition and Search
AI Workplace Efficiency Boosters
Ask Steve Integrate AI Capabilities into Daily Employee Tasks
Science-Based Habit Apps
Addicted-Habits Provides Invaluable Support to Help Users Achieve Goals
Collaborative Email Platforms
Superhuman 2.0 Reimagines Email as a Collaborative Tool
Workplace Safety-Enhancing Mobile Apps
JMJ Has Introduced the Toolbox Talks App
AI-Powered Productivity Suite
Using AI, Kroolo Can Save People Up to 10 Hours a Week
Gamified Budgeting Apps
Bread Budgeting Makes Budgeting Fun By Integrating Challenges
Tech Worker-Focused Wellness Apps
TechieMind is a Mental Health Tool for Tech Industry Workers
Streamlined Habit Trackers
The Weekly Habit Tracker is a Catalyst for Personal Growth
Inspirational Learning Management Tools
'Get Inspired' Offers Digestible Snippets of Content
Gamified Children's Productivity Apps
Kangaroutine Helps Kids Who Struggle with Routines
Routine Planning Apps
HabitNow Helps Users Embrace a More Structured Schedule
All-in-One Habit Tracking Tools
HabitFlow is Designed To Help Users Improve Their Life
AI Accountability Companions
Tomo Cafe Gamifies Study and Work with a Friendly Anime Face
Company Culture-Enhancing Communication Tools
Motivosity Has Unveiled a New Feature Called Spaces
Data-Backed Productivity Apps
Time Zenith is a Tool for Different Types of Procrastination
Streamlined Note Interfaces
HashTagNotes Lets Users Send Themselves Notes and Reminders
Personal Goal-Setting Apps
Fred Breaks Down Goals Into Actionable Steps
Effective Productivity Strategies
64Hacks Takes a Community-Driven Approach to Streamline Workflow
Minimalist Social Media
Othrys Provides Social Media Optimized for Learning and Productivity
Organizational Reminder Apps
The Todo Reminder App Enhances Productivity With a Few Simple Steps
Group Coaching Platforms
Coaching.com Has Unveiled an Upgraded Version of Its Platform
Content Automation Tools
Spiral Automates Tasks, Creating Efficient Content at Scale
Daily Motivational Quotes
QuoteBuzz Uplifts with Positive Reinforcement Aligned to Their Goals
Efficient Property Management Apps
Tribe Property Technologies Has Launched Its Tribe Home App
Team-Based Task-Management Tools
Hoy is a Shared To-Do List For Teams to Streamline Workflow
Task Management Tools
Task Track Manages Overwhelm by Breaking Down Tasks into Smaller Goals
Gamified AI Productivity Tools
BeeDone Offers Personalized Feedback to Improve Goal Setting
Digital Distraction Barriers
WallHabit Will Block Digital Distraction and Promote Focus
Minimalist Productivity Apps
Moye Takes the Bells and Whistles Out of Productivity Apps
Balancing Burnout Calendars
Tjime Burnout Calendar Helps You Thrive Personally and Professionally
Goal-Oriented Health Apps
The 'Bright' App Offers a Holistic View of One's Health
Distraction-Limiting Apps
Shrewd Observer Helps You Live a More Disciplined Lifestyle
Powerful Team Brainstorm Tools
Jellyboard Boosts Collaboration with Note-Taking and Brainstorming
Accountability-Based Habit Building
PinkyPartner Helps Build Habits Through Partner Notifications
Connection-Fostering Workplace Apps
TeamDay Helps Remote Workers Build Bonds
Psychology-Driven Goal Setting
Goal Planner - Notion System Helps Set, Plan, and Achieve Goals
Productive Browser Workspaces
Mindfulspace Keeps Productivity Tools in One Place for Better Focus
Health-Focused Productivity Tools
Productyve Combines Productivity with Wellness Using Reminders
Unread Message Consolidation Tools
BriefInbox Converts Unread Messages into a Daily Newsletter
Habit-Tracking Apps
BeeBetter Helps Establish Routine and Cultivate Healthy Habits
Effective Work Environment Technology
HP Inc. Unveils Advancements Within Its Workforce Solutions
Real-Time Project Notifications
EmailMe is a Streamlined Project Management Solution
Screen-Limiting Phone Apps
Takebreak Encourages People to Have a Better Work-Life Balance
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Task Management Simplifiers
TodoPal Helps People Stay One Step Ahead of the Curve
Self-Paced Goal Setting Apps
Attayn Live Helps Users to Monetize Their Knowledge
Habit-Tracking Apps
Dallies Lets Users Log Daily Tasks and Track Progress and Earn Coins
AI Accountability Tools
Standup Offers Daily Phone Calls So Users Reflect and Plan Next Steps
Fitness Studio Gamification Tools
Xplor Mariana Tek Enhances Member Motivation & Engagement
Notification-Specific Online Tools
Google Sheets Rolls Out Conditional Notifications for Tasks
Bite-Sized Team Learning
Tidbitly is Designed Slack Workspaces to Foster Team Engagement
Minimalistic Task Management
Weekleo Offers a Clean Interface for Task Editing and Management
Gamified Task Management
MyTasking Gamifies Daily Tasks with AI Guidance for Enhanced Productivity
Gamified Portfolio Builder Tools
Portfolio2me Builds Gamified and Customizable Online Portfolios
Productivity-Boosting Remote Work Tools
Increaser Breaks Tasks Into Manageable Intervals
Productivity-Enhancing Web Browsing
Tiempo Combines AI with Practical Time Management Strategies
Daily Focus Reminders
ZenGoal Sends Daily Email Reminders to Keep You Calm
Positive Mental Health Strategies
HappierMe: Master Your Mind Helps Users Achieve Long-Term Goals
Productive Habit Changing
Monk Mode is an App Based Off the Best-Selling Book, Atomic Habits
In-Browser Task Organization
Pride is a Todo List Chrome Extension That Boosts Productivity
Minimalist To-Do List Platforms
Snaplists is a Streamlined Solution to Time Management
Business-Focused Note Apps
Notely Helps Businesses Streamline Consumer Communications
All-in-One Team Communication Tools
ZoomShift Allows For Messages, Announcements and Updates
Inbox Navigating Tools
FindThatEmail Fights Inbox Overwhelm for Professional and Personal Use
Personalized Notification Tools
Good Vibes Notifications Offers a Daily Dose of Information
Freelancer Time Management Tools
Turnip Helps Freelancers Track Their Time Effectively
Gamified Chore Tracking Tools
Chap Simplifies Chore Tracking with Leaderboards and Point Systems
Rewarding Productivity Apps
NoBrowseForYou Turns Tasks into Rewards by Blocking Distractions
Data-Driven Weight Lifting Apps
Workout Logs - Gym Tracker Helps Keep Track of Gym-Goers' Gains
Distraction-Limiting Work Timers
The Pomodoro Todo List Manager Can Be Added to Your Browser
Athletic Coach Organizational Apps
Propulze Helps Coaches Track Their Athletes' Progress
Workplace Chat Organizing Solutions
'ClickUp' is a Workplace Chat Software Competitor
Dream-Achieving Management Apps
DreamStore Offers Tangible Steps to Work Toward Your Goals
Weekly Goal Setting Apps
Friday Win Encourages Users to Set New Goals Every Monday
Workplace Learning Tools
Lifeskylls is a SaaS Product That Helps Young Professionals Learn Skills
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Employee Recognition Tools
Teamlight Shines a Spotlight on Employees and Their Great Work
Centralized Productivity Systems
Assista AI Streamlines Tasks Across Multiple Applications
Streamlined User Feedback Tools
Upp.Vote Make Decisions with Centralized User Feedback
Live Productivity Hackathon Sessions
Self-A-Thon Offers Live Sessions for Personal Achievements
Grey Scale Browser Extensions
AntiSocial Makes Webpages Seem Dull to Enhance Productivity
Shift Management Tools
Punchclock Offers Seamless Synchronization of Shift Schedules
HR Productivity Tools
Notion for People & Hiring Offers a Tailored Approach to HR and Hiring
Gamified Productivity Boosters
Focus Dash Uses Rewards and Fun to Help You Stay on Track
Distraction-Minimizing Work Tools
Focus Firewall Blocks Distracting Websites During Work Hours
Collaborative Productivity Platforms
Tandemly Elevates Productivity Through Teamwork
Gamified Inspiration Networks
Dailycrowds Gamifies Social Interaction for Motivation and Insights
Task-Sharing Platforms
Troupe is a Platform for Teams That Promotes Transparency
Gamified Personal Goal Platforms
GoalQuest Transforms Goal-Setting into an Adventure
Engaging Productivity Timers
The 15 Minute Timer Helps in Achieving Better Work-Life Balance
Daily Goal-Setting Tools
Manifest Daily Uses Vocalization and Positive Reinforcement
Integrated Workplace Tools
Just Polls Offers a Customized Way to Get Opinions on Slack
Refreshing Productivity Apps
With Tres Cosas, Users Focus on Three Main Tasks a Day
Family-Oriented Task Managers
Karo is a New Easy-to-Use To-Do App For Friends and Family