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A Case For Hierarchical Thinking: Solve Complex Problems The Easy Way

By Dawid Bednarski December 14, 2020 30 Min Read

Hierarchical systems are the framework for creativity. They help you make sense of the worldā€™s superficial chaos and create new, structured value out of it. The good news is, harnessing the power of hierarchical thinking isnā€™t that difficult. In todayā€™s article, we revisit the concept of hierarchies in knowledge management. Youā€™re going to learn how hierarchical systems can help you process information, stay organized, make better decisions, and solve complex…

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The Power of Checklists in Distributed Teams

By Dawid Bednarski December 14, 2020 31 Min Read

Checklists have saved lives, helped teams succeed, andā€¦ sent people into space (more on that in a bit). But did you know that they can also make your distributed team self-reliant and more productive? (checklist template inside!) A checklistā€”simple list of steps/tasks arranged in sequential orderā€”is one of the most powerful organization tools in our personal and professional lives. In this article, we explore the origins of checklists and the…

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šŸ”— My Tasks, Team Agenda, Project Links

By John Xie November 26, 2020 2 Min Read

You can now organize and manage your team tasks like never before! šŸ˜Ž āœ… My Tasks See tasks assigned to you across all projects and workspaces in My Tasks. āš”ļø Agenda = Tasks The new Tasks tab in your workspace lets you filter by assignee or dates. šŸ”— Project Links Add links to other projects using @mention and create an interconnected web of projects within your workspace. Search results have…

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The Curse of Tsundoku (ē©ć‚“čŖ­): How to Beat Digital Hoarding in Remote Teams

By Dawid Bednarski November 25, 2020 25 Min Read

The Japanese term Tsundoku (ē©ć‚“čŖ­)ā€”piling up unread reading materialsā€”is undergoing a renaissance of sorts. Ever since cloud storage became readily available and dirt cheap, weā€™ve been spiraling down the rabbit hole of digital hoarding. Keeping pristine digital hygiene isnā€™t easy. But it gets even more complicated when companies switch to remote work. Without a solid data management plan, distributed organizations can quickly lose their way in a deluge of information….

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Got a Minute? A Quick Guide on How to Write Virtual Meeting Notes

By Dawid Bednarski November 25, 2020 27 Min Read

The recipe for a productive video conference is simple. Take a clear agenda, add willing participants, and set it to a quick, vigorous boil. But thereā€™s one secret ingredient all distributed teams need but few useā€”a crisp meeting notes template to put things down in writing. Writer and business management expert Patrick Lencioni says that ā€œthe majority of meetings should be discussions that lead to decisions.ā€œ And we canā€™t but…

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How to Focus While Working From Home: Sharpen Your Mind

By Dawid Bednarski November 16, 2020 26 Min Read

If the ongoing work-from-home experiment had a tagline, this quoteā€”erroneously attributed to Abe Lincolnā€”would be it: ā€œGive me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the ax.ā€ So, what do you say we sharpen that (metaphorical) ax of yours and learn how to focus while working from home? Here are some of the questions we answer in this article: šŸ’” Before you…

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šŸ† Taskade is #1 Product of the Month! šŸ„³

By John Xie November 12, 2020 2 Min Read

We have another exciting update for Taskade this week. Enjoy! šŸŽ‰ šŸ„‡ Taskade is #1 Taskade has been awarded the #1 Product of the Month on Product Hunt!  On behalf of the entire Taskade team, thank you so much. We could not have done this without your support, and we promise to do even better in 2021!  āš”ļø Mobile Update: New Interface & Design Taskade’s iOS & Android apps have…

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How to Build Confidence in a Remote Workplace

By Dawid Bednarski November 8, 2020 26 Min Read

Navigating a 100% remote workplace can be tricky, especially when youā€™re not exactly the most confident person in the world. The good news is, weā€™ve put together five confidence-boosting tips thatā€™ll help you tune in to virtual office vibes in a jiffy. šŸ¤” How Do You Define Confidence? 1. self-assurance: trust in oneā€™s abilities, capacities, and judgment.2. a belief that one is capable of successfully meeting the demands of a…

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50 Years of Innovation in Video Game Console Designs

By Dawid Bednarski November 2, 2020 43 Min Read

Over the last 50 years, gaming has dropped the ā€œnot-too-seriousā€ tag and matured into a booming $159.3 billion industry(1). To celebrate the dawn of the 9th generation of consolesā€”and satisfy our geek heartsā€”we take a look back at the history of video game consoles and the evolution of the user experience (UX) we all love them for. šŸ‘¾ Insert coin to continue… If you want to learn more about the…

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Multiselect Tasks, Reorder Shortcut, Project Activity

By John Xie October 28, 2020 2 Min Read

We have another exciting update for Taskade this week. Enjoy! šŸŽ‰ āš”ļø Multiselect Tasks: Style & Format You can now highlight, bold,Ā italicize, underline, and complete multiple tasks. In addition, you can change the format (āœ… āŗ šŸ“) of multiple blocks.Ā  āš”ļø Reorder Tasks with Keyboard Shortcuts Press Ctrl or āŒ˜ + Shift + ā†‘ ā†“ on your keyboard to reorder tasks and blocks. āš”ļø Project Activity in Chat Your completed…

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Managing Remote Teams: Challenges and Best Practices

By Dawid Bednarski October 19, 2020 24 Min Read

Building a frictionless, perfectly-aligned distributed team is every leaderā€™s dream. The good news is you can get pretty darn close to that goal by preachingā€”and practicingā€”a holistic approach to remote leadership. In this article, youā€™ll find answers to the following questions: šŸ’” Before you beginā€¦ This article is part of our series on remote leadership. Be sure to read our other stories for more practical tips: āœŠ When Your Remote…

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Distraction-Free Writing Starts With Taskade (Updated for 2024)

By Dawid Bednarski October 17, 2020 31 Min Read

Although word-processing has come a long way since WordStar days, many contemporary writersā€”George R. R. Martin includedā€”still use legacy software for a frictionless, distraction-free writing experience. If you’re looking for a minimalist creative environment but don’t feel like going (way) back in time, we have something just for you. In this mini-guide, weā€™ll show you how you can use Taskade to conduct research, organize reading notes, outline documents, andā€”wait for…

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