Remembering tasks is a pretty hard job and we might end up forgetting some important things and the consequences could be drastic. The best way to remember and manage tasks is to have a to-do list. Now I’ve tried many to-do list programs and honestly, they all do the same thing – organize what you need to do, right? I was given the opportunity to play around with FruitfulTime Task Manager (a mouthful) and not only does this software application organize what needs to be done, but does so with a long line of other features.

To name a few, you can:

•          Manage your to do list easily and quickly.
•          Create / edit / delete tasks.
•          Tasks can be split into smaller manageable subtasks like paying telephone bill can be split to paying  landline bill and paying mobile phone bill.
•          Monitor the progress on each task / subtask.
•          Assign tasks to different contacts.
•          Set the priority for each task.
•          Set up reminders for tasks
•          Assign tags to tasks
•          Password protect your tasks such that only you will be able to edit and view it.
•          Carry your task list with you anywhere if you install FruitfulTime TaskManager on a USB

So now that you have some basic features in mind, I would like to start off by talking about security. Trusting an application with personal data can sometimes be difficult. The paid version of FruitfulTime TaskManager comes with a built-in password protection, and immediately takes initiative by allowing you to pick a password. Your data file is protected with the Advanced Encryption Algorithm (AES) 256-bit encryption, but the password to your data is stored in a separate — also encrypted — file. The reason it’s done this way is because FruitfulTime TaskManager offers a unique combination of security and safety, but if you forget your password, sending your password file back to the company will allow them to decrypt it and send it back to you. It is a clever idea that not only keeps you protected, but also in the event you forget your password, will not keep you completely out.

When you start the Task manager and begin creating tasks, you will notice tasks and subtasks. I did not realize tasks could be broken up, but with this program you can create tasks and on top of that, create tasks (subtasks) that you need to take to get to the ultimate task. Tasks and subtasks lists are always shown in your FruitfulTime TaskManager window, so it is rather easy to navigate. Each task and subtask can have its own priority, status, start and due dates, and a progress.

In addition, when making a task, it would probably be a good idea to tag your tasks. Tagged tasks can be quite helpful in allowing you to be a little bit more organized. Tags are found in the special Tagging tab which is always shown in your FruitfulTime TaskManager window. Not only tags are shown in your Tasks list, but you can also use them for searching through your tasks list. It is even possible to edit the names of all the default tags, and you can add or remove as many of them as you like. This also makes it possible to filter using the tags.

Now, I just scratched the surface with this program, but I am going to stop now to keep myself from writing a four-page report on everything that FruitfulTime TaskManager has to offer.  Now, I must point out that this program is Windows only. I, like many people, use both Windows and Mac OS, and although I would have enjoyed sharing it with my fellow Mac, I am perfectly content with it is Windows. More features are said to be coming soon, so perhaps this will change.

While there is a free version (with a slight difference in the feature set), there is a $30.00 version that, in my opinion, you should absolutely purchase. There are not too many applications out there I can say that, not to mention, it is relatively inexpensive compared to some with little features. Overall, FruitfulTime TaskManager exceeds my expectations and I recommend you put this application on your current to-do list. 

 Do you have a hard time managing tasks between a group of people? Sometimes it can be rather tough assigning tasks to people without a little help, especially if you have a large group. I have just the solution – that is if you don’t have one already that you aren’t willing to leave.

Taskbin.com is an excellent way to give your team easy, precise, and oragnaized tasks. On Taskbin.com all group members have their own to-do list, priorities, completed tasks, timetables, and access to the task bins of others in the group. The idea is that everyone in the group begins and stays on the same page. The site is easy to use and as simple as typing in the test box, clicking on a time and priority and pressing enter. Take a look here to get a better idea.

Information such as, time, date, who created the task, when it should be finished, and the progress helps everyone stay abreast of what is going on within the group and with specific projects. Members can be a part of more than one group and can personalize their task bin. Every group member’s TaskBin is shared with everyone else in the group and is organized by timeframe: “today,” “tomorrow,” “this week,” “sometime soon,” etc.

They say:

“TaskBin was born out of a very strong need at MangoSpring. MangoSpring believes in what we call “Naked organizations”. Everyone needs to be on the same page. Everyone should have access to everyone else’s task list. We do not believe in status reports and weekly status meetings. Everything should be transparent and flat. TaskBin is our “company” management tool.”

I love the idea of Taskbin.com. It is simple so everyone can use it whether you are organizing your son/daughter’s chores to organizing your company’s  financial team. As mentioned, it is easy to work with. The UI is nice and you may find it to be a little fun, at least for a few days

There are others like Twitter and Facebook has a little task program, but none of these are as good as Taskbin.com. If you are looking for a task management program integrated in email, I would recommend Remember The Milk for Gmail. Taskpro.com gets close with some neat features, but after playing with Taskbin.com for a while, I feel Taskbin is just a pleasure to use. Play with the demo here to see for yourself. Here are a list of feature that Taskbin.com has to offer for you:

• Create, track and manage personal and group tasks (ToDo’s).
• Assign tasks to groups/teams or individual members.
• View colleagues’ tasks right below your task dashboard.
• Set different task priorities and due dates.
• View and Sort tasks by due dates (Today, Tomorrow, etc).
• Detailed Task history for each tasks.
• Keep important notes in conveniently positioned Notepad-like note board.
• Select different theme and look for your task dashboard.
• Access Taskbin directly from your mobile.
• Follow up on updates via RSS feeds or get ‘daily summary’ emails.

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Have you ever had one of those days that you seemed to forget just about everything that you had to do? I know I have had a lot of them (and that’s not counting when I do it on purpose), luckily however there is a way to remind yourself of what you have to do and when you have to do it available online. These services are called Task Management applications, and their main purpose is to give you a place to list all the things you have to do and then remind you about them.

Back in October I reviewed Remember the Milk and was really impressed with it. So impressed in fact that I had pretty much decided that it was really the only task management application out there that was worth using. Well as is often the case, I was wrong. I recently ran across mojonote.com and I got to tell you this little task management app may not be the prettiest, it may not be the biggest, but it is seriously one of the easiest to use apps out there.

First you sign up (which as with most task management apps is free) and then select if you want to set up tasks, lists, or notes, input the information hit enter and you are done. That simple. Not only that you can set up multiple lists, different dates (which are emailed to you in order to remind you) and as many notes as you want. However while it is good, there is a problem with it. You can’t automatically reschedule your tasks, so if you got something you want to be reminded to do every day, you have to input it for every day. But really this is really a small complaint given how easy the site is to use, so if you are looking for a task management application take a swing over to mojonote and check it out.

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OnMyList is a great site that lets you create numerous lists about whatever you want. The lists can be shared (or kept private), searched, printed and rated. The site is super-popular with hundreds of thousands of members and many of the lists are extremely entertaining.

The main site is detailed and there are lots of options to choose from. There is a hottest list section where you are bound to find topics that interest you. You can spend hours reading lists or you can post lists of your own. I instantly came across a hilarious list that included some pictures that are unforgettable about some homemade Halloween costumes.

Posting a list is very simple. You first need to register and it is 100% free. You can check to make the list private, for automatic numbering of your items and you can even make your list checkable which is useful if you’re creating a checklist for a vacation or shopping. You then choose the category that your list falls under – there are 26 options to choose from. You can also add a title and an introduction to your list. The coolest part of about making lists is that you can add photos and YouTube videos to your lists!

Once you have registered you can create a profile and there is an optional and unique questionnaire to fill out. OML members can subscribe to your lists and they are automatically notified when a new list has been posted. If you post tons of lists – you might become an OML superstar! Check out OnMyList

Of all the social networking sites, applications, and other things available on the internet, I have often wondered when one focused on being something the entire family can use and benefit from would show up. Well it finally has and it bears the name Famundo. This site is absolutely wonderful and is really something almost the entire family can enjoy. From its calendar that allows each family member to post their appointments, to the family library where everyone can share blogs, papers and a mess of other things, there is no shortage of ways to involve the family on this website.

While the site is great for use by the family, it also has an added benefit of social networking. Say for instance you have a far flung extended family, well now they have a site they can visit that allows them to not only see what your family is up to, but to leave comments as well, also they can start their own Famundo page so you can keep tabs on them as well. Another great feature of the site is that you can also create personal web pages. This allows you and the rest of your family to have a special place on the internet in a family safe environment.

I actually have no complaints about this page, and intend to make full use of it. Feel free to get your own family page at Famundo . Also you can watch a great how to video here.