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I finally joined the 21st century and bought a smartphone to help me stay abreast of projects and my customer’s needs via phone as well as email. Luckily, cool applications are available to help me make the most of my phone and keep my business organized. Here are a few of the apps I put on my phone to help me run my business more smoothly, and thought they would help you, too. You can get these apps and more at the Android Market online or through your Android driven phone.
Entrepreneur App
Read the magazine wherever you are for FREE. The app has interactive features as well as exclusive content, video, slideshows, and news feeds. I can also archive, bookmark and search the content. It’s great to be able to read one of my favorite business magazines while eating lunch.
BNET App
An award winning business app that delivers great writing on business, management, and career issues. It’s content is aimed at launching and running your own business. Most of the articles are written by well-known authorities from the business world such as Godin, Rice, and Lindstrom. Another app I like to read while eating lunch or otherwise occupied.
Gmail App
Having email on the go is just a must in my book. I can respond to clients whenever I need to, and update them on their projects.
WiFi Finder App
Nice little app that helps me save money by finding places around town that has free wi-fi so I don’t chew up my data plan.
SuperZoo App
Fun little app I’m running on my phone for the upcoming tradeshow. It is chock full of information on vendors, lectures, and specials. I hope Backer and Global follow in SuperZoo’s footsteps.
Linkedin App
I can connect with my existing relationships and start new ones on the fly with this app. Great activity to pass the time while waiting for my flight.
WordPress App
Helps me write my blog while away from the computer in the office. Great app for folks like me who like to be mobile. Highly recommended for pet bloggers who want some flexibility on where they write.
Facebook App
Helps me update my business FB page on the fly like while I’m here at SuperZoo. Great app for folks like me who like to be mobile. Highly recommended for pet businesses who sell product and/or services on Facebook.
Twitter App
Helps me update my Twitter stream instantly from any mobile device. It’s really easy to use and helps me keep up with the SuperZoo tweets at the show.
Spotify
Everyone needs tunes to make the day go by faster. Why not have access to million of songs in your jukebox.
About the Author
Dara is a brand identity and marketing design strategist at 7 Lucky Dogs, a leading consultancy in marketing to “pet parents”. Through customized marketing and brand identity packages, 7 Lucky Dogs helps you discover what makes your company, product or service different from your competitors. We then translate this differentiation visually into a logo, product packaging, an E-commerce site and promotional materials to reflect those unique attributes. We make our clients look credible and memorable to their prospects while they increase their bottom line. As the owner of 7 Lucky Dogs, Dara is passionate about helping independent pet businesses stand out in front of their competitors and attract more clients. She blends business smarts with creativity with formal education in both graphic design and marketing.