In this case study, we asked freelance UX writer and senior copywriter Ingo about his experience with timeBuzzer – and what tips he has for you.
What do you do, and why do you track your time?
As a UX writer and copywriter, I help companies express complex ideas in a way that’s clear and easy for everyone to understand. Time is my most valuable asset. Precise tracking ensures that projects are planned realistically, billed fairly, and completed successfully. timeBuzzer is for me what I am for companies: it helps me stay on top of things and gives my resources a clear structure. This way, I always know exactly where I stand in terms of workload and capacity.
What has improved since using timeBuzzer?
Before timeBuzzer, I often entered my time later in plain Excel sheets, often with gaps. Now I record it directly while working, without any extra effort.- I save at least 30 minutes per week, since there’s no need for manual logging afterwards.
- Small tasks that used to slip through the cracks, like quick check-ins or spontaneous idea sessions, now get reliably tracked within the project.
- What I find especially helpful is the overview: I can instantly see how my time is distributed and manage it much more effectively.
What tips do you have for others getting started with timeBuzzer?
- Just start: Begin with a clear structure (Client → Project → Task), and refine the details later. I set up my jobs gradually, depending on clients and billing terms.
- Use the hardware: The button isn’t essential, but it adds a nice tactile experience and helps ensure you don’t forget to track. Plus, it lights up nicely if you want it to. Office disco, anyone?
- See it as an advantage: Time tracking isn’t a necessary evil, it’s a tool. It shows where my time really goes and makes workload and resources transparent — both for me and my clients. It also helps me bill faster and more accurately. 😊