Solve Work Task Management
with Memo-to-Email
Meeting action items, sudden requests, looming deadlines — how many times have you thought "I'll add this later" and then forgotten? With Simple Memo's 0.4s launch and one-tap send, you can email it to yourself the moment it happens.
The Common Work Memo Problem
When you think "I need to do that" during work, what do you do? Write in a notebook? Stick a Post-it? Open a task app? — All of these require multiple steps: open, enter, save. Not practical in the middle of a meeting or on the go. The result: you think "I'll do it later" and forget.
The Solution: Inbox as To-Do List via Memo-to-Email
Simple Memo integrates tasks into your existing email workflow by sending memos directly to your inbox. No new habit to build — your inbox, which you check every day anyway, becomes your to-do list.
How to Use It (5 Steps)
- Launch the app — Tap the icon on your home screen. Ready to type in 0.4 seconds. Works mid-meeting without disruption.
- Enter the task or action item — Type the action item, deadline, or owner. Example: "Send project report to Tanaka by Friday."
- Send with one tap — Tap send once. Delivered to your inbox with one tap. Configure subject prefix [TODO] for automatic filtering.
- Manage tasks from your inbox — Review and process tasks in your inbox. Plugs directly into your existing email workflow. No separate app to open.
- Archive completed tasks — Archive or delete the email when done. Your inbox stays clean and actionable.
Real-World Scenario Examples
FAQ
Is Simple Memo good for work task management?
Yes. Simple Memo launches in 0.4 seconds, so you can capture action items mid-meeting without disrupting the flow. Everything lands in your inbox for easy follow-up.
Can I manage tasks from multiple projects?
Yes. Customize email subject lines with prefixes like [Project A] or [Project B], then use email filters to sort tasks by project automatically.
How is this different from a dedicated task manager?
Dedicated task apps require you to open them to see your tasks. With Simple Memo, tasks land in your inbox where you already spend time. No habit change required.
Can I set deadline reminders?
Yes. Note the deadline in your memo (e.g. "Submit report by March 15"), send it to your inbox, then use your email client's snooze or reminder feature to surface it on the right day.
Can I share tasks with team members?
After receiving the memo in your inbox, simply forward it to team members. You can also configure Simple Memo to send to multiple email addresses at once.
Related Pages
References
- Harvard Business Review — The Power of Small Wins — Research on task management, progress tracking, and workplace productivity
- Todoist — Productivity Methods — Overview of GTD, Eisenhower Matrix, and other task management frameworks