How I plan personal tasks around my work calendar (without blocking my day)

Hey folks,

I wanted to share how I’ve been managing personal tasks alongside my work calendar while working remotely.

As you can imagine, my work calendar usually drives the flow of my day. But one of the best parts of working remotely is being able to squeeze in personal tasks. Whether it’s chores, errands, or just a quick walk outside.

The challenge I had is that I wanted to plan these personal tasks on the timeline next to my work meetings, without actually blocking time on my calendar (so I’d still stay flexible and open for last-minute calls or changes).

So, I hacked together a lightweight to-do list tool. Here’s how it works:

• You can add tasks and slot them into a daily timeline.
• If you’re using Apple/Google Calendar on your phone, your events show up on the same timeline.
• This way, you can see everything in one place without cluttering your actual calendar.

It’s been super useful for me so far, so I figured I’d share. Would love to hear if it helps you too, and if you’ve got ideas for improvements!

Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dayframe/id6747927738

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zaidkaleem.DayFrame