Istvan Meszaros

82 posts

Istvan is the founder of PlanArty. Having run his own service business, he became obsessed with solving a critical challenge: stopping the silent profit leaks caused by inaccurate time tracking and unclear project budgets. With a background in computer science, he built PlanArty not as another complex platform, but as a focused "scalpel" designed to solve one problem perfectly. Today, he writes to help leaders of service-based businesses gain the operational clarity they need to protect their profitability and grow with confidence.

Operations & Workflow

9 minute read

12 Workload Management Strategies for Profitable Service Teams

October 8, 2025

Struggling with team chaos and missed deadlines? Shift from simple to-do lists to strategic workload management. Discover 12 proven strategies to prioritize tasks, balance team capacity, and ensure every project is profitable.

Operations & Workflow

10 minute read

How to Write SMART Goals for Project Managers: A 4-Step Framework

October 7, 2025

Learn to write effective SMART goals for project management with our practical 4-step framework. This guide moves beyond theory with 5 actionable examples for profitability, team efficiency, and budget control. Stop profit leaks and deliver projects with clarity.

Operations & Workflow

7 minute read

The Media Company Playbook: A Guide to a More Profitable Creative Production Workflow

September 28, 2025

Struggling with deadlines and shrinking profits? Learn how elite media companies manage chaos and build a more efficient, profitable creative production workflow for your agency.

Resources for Your Extended Team

5 minute read

The Strategic Business Card: How to Win Clients and Position Your Brand

August 28, 2025

Discover modern business card ideas for professionals. Learn how design, QR codes, and strategy turn a simple card into a client-winning tool.

Goal Achievement

4 minute read

Microlearning: A Smart Productivity Boost for Remote Workers

July 2, 2025

Discover how microlearning can boost productivity for remote workers and freelancers. Learn what microlearning is, how it works, and how to make it part of your daily routine with PlanArty.

Resources for Your Extended Team

8 minute read

Time Tracking for Freelancers: The Simple Habit That Boosts Your Income

May 21, 2025

Time tracking for freelancers made simple. Learn what to track, how to choose a tool, avoid common pitfalls, and use your time more effectively.

Work-Life Balance

6 minute read

Productivity Under Pressure: How Freelancers in High-Stakes Industries Stay on Top

May 8, 2025

Discover 5 actionable strategies to stay productive under pressure. Perfect for freelancers working in high-stakes industries like healthcare, finance, or tech.

Goal Achievement

9 minute read

SMART Goals: Free Template, Practical Examples & Pitfall-Proof Advice

May 6, 2025

Set clear, achievable objectives with the SMART Goals framework. Learn how to apply Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound criteria to your personal and business goals for enhanced focus and success.

Smart Tools & Resources

6 minute read

7 Conversational AI Chatbots to Boost Customer Service Efficiency in 2025

April 24, 2025

Discover 7 powerful AI chatbots for customer service in 2025 that help freelancers and small teams boost efficiency, capture leads, and stay responsive 24/7.

Resources for Your Extended Team

7 minute read

Top Mobile Apps for Productivity That Will Boost Your Freelance Efficiency

April 10, 2025

Discover the top mobile apps for productivity that help freelancers stay organized, focused, and efficient—from task management to invoicing and security tools.