{"id":17210,"date":"2018-09-26T17:28:01","date_gmt":"2018-09-26T15:28:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zenkit.com\/?p=17210"},"modified":"2023-02-06T13:52:35","modified_gmt":"2023-02-06T12:52:35","slug":"5-times-an-online-project-management-tool-will-make-your-life-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zenkit.com\/en\/blog\/5-times-an-online-project-management-tool-will-make-your-life-easier\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Times an Online Project Management Tool Will Make Your Life Easier"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Online project management tools<\/a> are great for projects\u2014that\u2019s a given.\u00a0<\/span>But due to the versatility and flexibility found in a lot of products, they can also be great for planning other occasions in life.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo by Rawpixel<\/a> via Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In this article, I’ll discuss five other instances where using an online project management tool will come in handy.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why Project Management Tools?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

There are <\/span>many reasons to be managing your tasks online<\/span><\/a>. Online project management tools offer ease of collaboration<\/a>, centralized space for storing tasks and resources, and the opportunity to access information from just about anywhere. Which, to me, gets the thumbs up for efficient and effective organization. \ud83d\udc4d<\/span><\/p>\n

If you Google \u201cproject management tool\u201d, you\u2019ll find that they come in many shapes, sizes, and price ranges. That’s because projects<\/a> also come in various forms and only having one simple project management software on the market wouldn’t really work. To cater to all kinds of projects, y<\/span>ou’ll discover that some tools specialize in simplifying tasks and workflow, while others may focus on collaboration or time tracking.\u00a0<\/span>Whatever your project is, there’s no doubt you will find a tool perfect for it.<\/p>\n

Once you’re accustomed to using a particular online project management tool, you’ll eventually start to realize the different ways it can be useful. For instance, being a\u00a0Zenkit<\/a> user (of course), I’ve found its focus on task management<\/a> and visual representation of data to be great for processing, arranging, and keeping track of information for not only my work but also personal matters.<\/p>\n

And with that, I’ve discovered five other occasions where Zenkit, or any other Kanban-based tool, can help with organizing life.<\/p>\n

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Ways to Plan Your Life with an Online Project Management Tool<\/strong><\/h2>\n

1. Trying to get your diet straight<\/b><\/h3>\n

Meal planning<\/a> isn\u2019t just for mothers and health enthusiasts. There are many perks to enjoy when planning ahead, especially if you\u2019re trying to get your diet in order.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whatever your reason for meal planning is, whether you\u2019re trying to get healthier, have special dietary requirements, or just need some extra time during weekdays, you\u2019ll be surprised at how easy it can be to get organized using an online project management<\/a> tool.<\/span><\/p>\n

While complying with the Kanban<\/a> principles isn\u2019t needed for meal planning, its visual features\u2014the Kanban board<\/a> and cards\u2014make it a practical way to organize recipes.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Dinner<\/p>\n

If your tool also comes with a to-do list<\/a> feature, then you can use it to record recipes and create a shopping list for all the ingredients of the meals you\u2019ve planned ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Organizing a getaway<\/b><\/h3>\n

Whether it\u2019s a family holiday, a friends getaway, or a solo trip, <\/span>planning a vacation<\/span><\/a> requires you to coordinate activities, organize resources, and stick to a budget (sounds just like a project, doesn’t it?). Using an online project management tool will enable you to do all of this, as well as\u00a0<\/span>track your planning<\/span><\/a> and be <\/span>reminded of important dates and deadlines<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Another great visual feature (along with Kanban) is a mind map<\/a>. If your chosen tool comes with this free-flowing diagram<\/span> it will allow you to explore ideas for destinations and\/or activities. As a visual representation of organized information, mind maps are a great tool for brainstorming ideas as they can offer clear thinking and help with decision-making.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Just like meal planning, using Kanban features would be the best way to plan a vacation as it will enable you to document tasks, ideas, and activities.<\/span>\u00a0There are no concrete rules on how you use personal Kanban<\/a>, it just offers a great way to keep your visual planner clutter-free.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Building an editorial calendar<\/b><\/h3>\n

Any blogger, journalist, or managing editor will know how imperative having an editorial calendar<\/a> is for generating consistent and quality content. It\u2019s a great tool for tracking what is going to be written, who will write it, when it will be published, and where it needs to be shared.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ta-da! (Sneak peek at how Zenkit looked back in the day)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As well as using Kanban to create your editorial process, having a calendar feature<\/a> in your online project management tool can help you and\/or your writers to schedule important dates and keep on top of deadlines.<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Starting a small business<\/b><\/h3>\n

Most businesses that start off don’t usually have the budget to splurge on fancy tools and systems, however, they are an imperative asset for day-to-day operations. The best project management software will go beyond its initial function and expand with features that can include creating cost-effective databases and systems.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, every Zenkit user can enjoy pre-built templates<\/a>\u00a0that can help kickstart their new business ventures. It includes templates such as an inventory database, a CRM<\/a> system, and a place to track public relations. Having templates or the features that allow you to create your own business tools enable you to keep track of all the information that passes through your business, from sales leads to managing profits to potential candidates.<\/span><\/p>\n

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5. Event planning<\/b><\/h3>\n

Putting together an event is a project in itself\u2014you have to manage resources, work with a budget and a deadline, and have a group of people to please. Which is why using an online project management tool is ideal for planning things such as\u00a0<\/span>a wedding, Bar Mitzvah, or <\/span>sports viewing party<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Kanban-based tool will allow you to visually represent your tasks and their progress. Having this kind of overview is helpful for ensuring you keep within budget and deadline. Just keep in mind that your tool will also need to be fast, reliable, and accessible for all involved because planning a special event can take a village.<\/p>\n

Additional helpful features would be a task list<\/a>\u00a0for tracking the supplies and guest lists, and a\u00a0Gantt chart<\/a> to monitor the event’s activity timeline.<\/p>\n

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Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n

As highlighted in the examples given, using an online project management tool can help beyond the realms of traditional work projects. Whether you’re working on improving your diet, planning your big day, or establishing a small business<\/a>, having a tool on hand can help keep important details in place, streamline the delivery, and improve the overall process.<\/p>\n

Cheers,<\/p>\n

Dinnie and the Zenkit Team<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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