“Why can’t I get things done?” This is a common question that bounces around productivity forums and communities like r/gtd. And we can understand why. David Allen’s Getting Things Done® (GTD®) is not the easiest productivity system to bite into. But maybe the crux of the matter is that you’re simply thinking about GTD as “just another to-do list?” Whether you’re new to the Getting Things Done® (GTD®) methodology or…
Like many other startups, Notion didn’t have what you’d call a “smooth ride.” After a fair share of ups and downs and a near failure in 2015, co-founders Ivan Zhao and Simon Last were forced to rebuild the app from scratch. In this Notion review, we put on our detective hats and dig into the history of the product, its founding team, and the Lego-like approach to project management. 📚…
When Markdown launched in 2004, it instantly became a darling of bloggers and tech enthusiasts. It also laid the foundation for future no-code tools. Almost two decades later, this “humane” markup language (more on that in a bit) is more relevant than ever. Want to know how it all started? Buckle up and let’s take a look back at the fascinating history of Markdown. 💡Calling all productivity historians… The history…
Get a mini-toothpaste, *check*, take down the Manfredi crime family, *check*! Apparently, even superheroes use to-do lists to get stuff done. Haven’t seen Spiderman: Far From Home? That’ll have to wait because, in today’s article, we take a look at the history of the to-do list and some high achievers who’ve mastered it. Plus, you’ll learn how to make your to-dos stick! Love it or hate it, the to-do list…
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,…
Zapier 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…
Google Keep and Evernote are two of the most popular note-taking apps out there. Both have their fair share of amazing features that appeal both to productivity enthusiasts and avid note-takers. But neither is exactly the holy grail of note-taking. In today’s article, we match them up against Taskade AI, complete with a comprehensive comparison of key features, pros, and cons. At its core, modern note-taking is very much the…
Before you ask: Yes, 2022 is another year of “too many meetings.” That means a high caffeine intake, low team engagement, and not enough time for meaningful work. The good news is, you can cut back on meeting duration/frequency and slay that time-gobbling dragon once and for all. But first, let’s crunch some numbers. 💡 Did you know the U.S. workforce holds a whooping 55 million meetings every week?(1) The…
No piece of information is created equal. Every time you take notes, create to-do lists, manage projects, or draft documents, you subconsciously process and organize information in a hierarchical way. Hierarchical note-taking is a method of capturing and organizing knowledge that’ll help you become more mindful of this process and use it for all things creative. But how to make the most of this tool? Why is it so effective?…
Scrum belongs to the family of popular project management methodologies. It’s designed to help teams collaborate on projects. In the same way rugby teams train for their big games, scrums encourage project teams to self-organize and use experiences to tackle problems. But that’s not all. It’s key to remember that Scrum is also a popular framework for implementing Agile. In Scrum, teams develop products in short iterations called sprints. This…
Overwhelmed 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…
Are 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…
Getting Things Done: Start Thinking About GTD as More Than Your To-Do List 
Insights & Updates: AI Agents, Automation & Productivity 
A Review of Notion and The Powerful Rise of No-Code Project Management 
The History of Markdown: A Prelude to the No-Code Movement 
History of the To-Do List and How to Get Yours Organized 
How to Reduce Context Switching and Reach Flow State in 2024 
A Review of Zapier’s History: Rise of The No-Code Movement 
Google Keep vs Evernote: Which Is the Best Note-Taking App? 
Overwhelmed With Too Many Meetings? Slay The Dragon And Rescue Productivity! 
The Complete Guide To Hierarchical Note-Taking (Updated 2024) 
What Is Scrum Agile Project Management? 
9 Best AI Project Management Tools and Software in 2024 
A Complete Review of Taskade And A Beginner’s Guide to Get You Started