#TechTuesday: Proud – A Time Management App

#TechTuesday highlights the best and brightest ideas in the tech world. ABCey would like to recognize these up and coming technologies for their innovative ideas and impact on the event world!

Proud app is the solution to the busy person’s time management woes. It assists you in making sure that every aspect of your life is in order, utilizing features such as lists, reminders and timers. It helps to increase your efficiency so you can spend your time more wisely, making for a more productive, stress-free life.

When last minute ideas or thoughts pop in your head, you can quickly jot them down in the app so that nothing is ever forgotten. You can even create custom categories and sub-categories so even those miscellaneous ideas are organized. Have one big task that needs to be completed? You can break it down into small chunks, allowing you to focus on one thing at a time, making tasks easier to accomplish before the day is over. You can also choose at which time of day (i.e. morning, afternoon or evening) you would like to be reminded to complete certain tasks.

Using the timers feature helps you to dedicate your focus to one task at a time. Once you complete a task, give your brain some much needed rejuvenation by scheduling a timed break as well. Wanting to develop and maintain better personal or professional habits? Set custom reminders (i.e. every Sunday or every 1st Friday of the month) for tasks/goals you are wanting to complete consistently.

A cool feature about this app are Superpowers. Utilize the “Destress” Superpower in the middle of a stressful situation to just take a moment to breath and collect your thoughts. When an hour or day off from your sometimes overwhelming to-do list is needed, use the “Give Me More Time” Superpower to reschedule or postpone your tasks. The “Travel Back In Time” Superpower allows you to see your progress from the last couple of weeks or month.

Why we love Proud: It’s not just your average time management app; it helps give you a clear vision for your life. It’s extremely customizable, so it feels personal. It stresses the importance of time management but it also supports and encourages you to take personal time for yourself, outside of your work world. As busy event planners, life often seems like one giant to-do list. This app helps with creating and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, allowing for a more productive and enriching life.

Planning on purchasing and downloading Proud? Let us know in the comments below or on Facebook and Twitter!

ABCey’s Weekend Lineup: 1.15.16 – 1.17.16

The weekend is here! *cue applause* And ABCey is back with our weekend lineup. We’ve compiled a list of our 5 favorites things happening in the Bay Area this weekend. In the mood to laugh, dance, or even play in some clay? We’ve got you covered. So get out and take advantage of all that the beautiful Bay Area has to offer!

1. SAN JOSE BIKE PARTY: 100TH RIDE

Friday, January 15, 2016 | 7:30pm | Secret San Jose Location, San Jose, CA | FREE

What better way to relieve some of that work week stress than a nighttime bike ride. Join the San Jose Bike Party this Friday as they celebrate their 100th ride in the streets of the largest city in the Bay Area. This is a great chance to build community and explore the various local treasures the city has to offer. The exact meeting location and route is posted 24 hours before the event so be sure to check out their website before heading down.

2. BATS IMPROV: FRIDAY NIGHT THEATER SPORTS

Friday, January 15, 2016 | 8pm | Bayfront Theater | $8.50- $20

BATS Improv has been named the Bay Area’s Best Theater Company and this Friday they are having their weekly Friday Night Theatersports. It’s a face-paced, exciting and interactive theater competition. Tix can be purchased here for a discounted price or on their website. Be prepared for the unexpected and get ready to laugh until you cry!

3. 2016 FAMILY TECH FAIRE

Saturday, January 16, 2016 | 10am – 2pm | Avenidas, Palo Alto, CA | FREE

Kick off your Saturday with a family fun day at the Avenidas Tech Faire. Whether you’re a self-proclaimed tech genius or merely looking to explore new technologies, there’s something for everyone here. Enjoy food trucks, interactive presentations, tech talks with industry experts, and some cool exhibitions featuring robots, 3D printers, and more! Check out their website for the complete list of all the exciting events they have to offer.

4. NEW WAVE DANCE PARTY: DEPECHE MODE NIGHT

Saturday January 16, 2016 | 9pm – 3am | The Cat Club | $7 before 10pm/$12 after

Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to party all night long! Join New Wave City at The Cat Club this Saturday for a night of socializing and dancing to the best of New Wave music. The front room will feature fan favorite music and videos, while the back room will be featuring the music and videos of Depeche Mode. Click here for more info.

5. POTTERY CLASS – CLAY + COFFEE

Sunday, January 17, 2016 | 9:30 – 11:30am | SMAart Gallery & Studio | $55

Wind down your weekend with a morning pottery class at SMAart Gallery & Studio. You’ll be provided with coffee and a pastry to get your mind and body energized and then the instructors will teach you the art of wheel throwing. These classes are small and spaces fill up quick so be sure to RSVP asap! Don’t worry if the tickets get sold out, they offer the same class every Saturday and Sunday morning so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to to explore your creative side.

Planning on heading out to any of these events this weekend? Let us know in the comments below or on Twitter and Facebook!