A task a day keeps procrastination away, if only it was that simple. Context switching—shifting focus between tasks—is the “norm” for many remote workers. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s how to reduce context switching, add depth to your workdays, and reach a flow state. According to psychologists Jeanne Nakamura and Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the human brain can process 120 bits of information per second. Impressive? Not really,…
Continue ReadingZapier has contributed to the creation of a new way of software development that has been gaining popularity in recent years. It’s called No-Code, and it is currently taking over software development. Here’s the history of Zapier and its role in shaping this new world. It is predicted that by 2025, 70% of new applications will use no-code or low-code technologies.(1) And while No-Code is not new and has been…
Continue ReadingSlack is a well-known messaging app that wasn’t intended to be one. And yet today, many businesses all over the world still rely on it for remote communication. If you’re not familiar with the history of Slack, this article will take you back in time and show how it all started. 💡 Before you start… Want to learn how other popular tools evolved over the years? Check similar articles on…
Continue ReadingFounded in 2014 as part of Fog Creek Software, Trello gained traction thanks to its unique take on Kanban boards. After years of steady growth and the acquisition by Atlassian in 2017, it’s still a popular Kanban tool, even if it lacks some of its former luster. Let’s take a deep dive into the history of Trello, its successes and failures, and where it stands today. 💡 Want to peek…
Continue ReadingThe history of Basecamp, an internal tool turned into a fully-fledged project management app, is the stuff of legend. In today’s article, we take an in-depth look at the origins of 37signals, Basecamp development, and the lessons we can learn from its 20 year-long journey. ⏩ Fast forward to the past… Ready to take a deep dive into the fascinating tales behind popular productivity and collaboration tools? Check these articles…
Continue ReadingAs Socrates (apparently) once said: “The only true wisdom is in knowing that you know nothing.” Figuring out how to ask better questions is a major advantage in the increasingly remote, asynchronous world. It’s also a tell-tale sign of good remote leaders who see beyond their competencies and aren’t afraid of childlike curiosity. According to psychologist and the author of Trusting What You’re Told: How Children Learn from Others Paul…
Continue ReadingThe history of HipChat is full of twists and turns. After dominating the business communication space, the app that blazed a trail for real-time collaboration ended on a heap of dead software. So, what exactly went wrong with HipChat? Why did it lose in the HipChat vs. Slack grapple? Let’s wind back the clock and find out! 💡 Before you start… Would you like to learn how remote collaboration tools…
Continue Reading“What’s a project outliner?” If you’re here looking for an answer, it can only mean one thing–you need a better way to manage all your tasks, projects, and creative exploits. In the next chapter of “outlining” series, we cover everything you need to know to start your adventure with modern project outliner tools. You’ll master key outlining operations and learn how to visualize projects hierarchically to stay on top of…
Continue ReadingOverwhelmed with endless to-dos, chasing deadlines, and aligning your team’s vision? Enter the game-changer: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in project management! AI-powered tools are revolutionizing how we handle tasks, making project management a breeze. Shed the weight of monotonous chores and embrace more moments of creativity and team camaraderie. Building remote teams is one of the best ways to drive innovation and collaboration in a modern workplace. The only problem? Many…
Continue ReadingAre you itching to use Taskade for your next big project but don’t know where to start? Don’t worry, we have your back! This pocket guide will help you learn everything you need to know (and where to click!) to get work done, alone or with your team. 🐑 What Is Taskade? Have you ever wished you could manage work more holistically? You know, just get work done and collaborate…
Continue ReadingHello Taskaders! 👋 Another productive year is over. We’d like to use this opportunity to express our gratitude for the support and trust you, our community, showed in the last 12 months. We couldn’t have made it without your feedback, awesome through and through. It’s a little custom around Taskade that we reflect on what we’ve managed to accomplish and discuss our goals, plans, and aspirations for the coming year….
Continue ReadingWhat are the best startup tools? Well, the ones that A) work as advertised, and B) your team actually wants to use. Simple enough, except compiling a well-integrated digital toolbox can be tricky. Here’s how to avoid common mistakes when building a dream startup stack. 🚀 Before you launch… We’ve covered a fair bit of startup ground on the blog. Be sure to check other similar articles when you’re done…
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How to Reduce Context Switching and Reach Flow State in 2024 
A Review of Zapier’s History: Rise of The No-Code Movement 
A Review of Slack, Glitch, and The History of Simple Real-Time Communication 
A Review of Trello and the History of Simple Kanban Boards 
A Review of Basecamp: The Complex History Behind The Simple Project Management App 
How to Ask Better Questions in Asynchronous Remote Team Collaboration 
A Review of HipChat’s History: The Amazing Rise and Fall of The Team Messaging Platform 
How to Organize and Manage Your Tasks in Hierarchies with a Project Outliner 
9 Best AI Project Management Tools and Software in 2024 
A Complete Review of Taskade And A Beginner’s Guide to Get You Started 
2021 Year in Review: Taskade Milestones 🐑 
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