Hello Taskaders! đ 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. Itâs 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….
Most of us donât give keyboard shortcuts a second look, especially when it comes to classic combos like âCTRL+C and â/CTRL+V. But in all their modesty, keyboard shortcuts are a true productivity superpower. In todayâs article, we take a closer look at the history of keyboard shortcuts and how those simple key combinations can boost your productivity. đ€ Before you start⊠Technology is the vessel for productivity. But how did…
The Feynman Technique is one of the simplest yet effective ways to learn new things. Whether youâre into productivity, marketing, or quantum physics, this four-step framework will help you acquire knowledge in a refreshing and surprisingly humbling way. Learning things by heart sucks. Itâs monotonous, uninspiring, and youâre likely to start bleeding key facts as soon as you donât need them. And this is where the Feynman Technique, named after…
There was a time when Stepan Pachikovâs Evernoteâoriginally EverNoteâwas synonymous with digital note-taking. In todayâs article, we take a look at the history of Evernote, the evolution of its product, and where the company stands today. đĄ Before you start⊠If you love note-taking like we do, be sure to check other note-taking articles on the blog when youâre done reading. đ Key Milestones in the History of Evernote Early…
In 2013, Ryder Carrollâs Bullet Journal redefined the musty art of journaling and pushed it to the mainstream. In todayâs article, we revisit the BuJo method and show you how to make a digital bullet journal using outlining software. đ Beyond BuJo⊠Hungry for more note-taking and productivity tips? Check other similar articles on the blog when youâre done reading. đ A Short Preface: Everybody Journals One of the earliest…
Busy or productive? If youâre like most fellow remoters, you probably find the two interchangeable. After all, checking off to-dos, replying to emails, making calls, and tackling errands all feel equally empowering, regardless of the nomenclature. But if thatâs the case, why are burnout rates among remote workers on the rise? Multiple studies have found that ever since the pandemic started, weâve been clocking in way more hours than we…
From WWII Spitfires through Toyotaâs just-in-time manufacturing to software development, Kanban has been everywhere. For over 80 years, the framework has redefined productivity and changed the way we get things done. In todayâs article, we take a look at some of the best Kanban software for your team. While you can rock Kanban with a simple analog setup, adopting a digital workflow will help you make the most out of…
Everybody loves to-do lists and checklists. They have the power to bring order, tranquility, and a sweet feeling of accomplishment to work and personal life. But why keep all the benefits to yourself when you can boost team productivity with an effective to-do list app? In today’s article, we take a look at the best collaborative to-do software you can get in 2023. We also uncover the benefits of checklists…
There are plenty of useful remote work tips & tricks out there. Heck, weâve contributed a fair share to the pool since COVID took over. So, what do you say we play the UNO reverse card and explore the worst tips you can follow when working from home? Hereâs a comprehensive, one-of-a-kind remote work anti-guide. By following the remote work tips from the article, you will, well⊠become a grumpy,…
A little over a year ago, Microsoft killed Wunderlist, the Internetâs favorite to-do app created by a German startup 6Wunderkinder in 2009. In todayâs article, we take a look at the history of Wunderlist and the impact it made on the productivity space. While Wunderlist servers shut down on May 6, 2020, many still feel disappointed by Microsoftâs move. Sacrificing the well-polished Wunderlist to make place for To-Do was not…
The modern office is a cognitive limbo. We’re producing a crazy amount of data and ingesting more information than the human brain can chew. But as the adage goes “a picture is worth a thousand words,” and so is visual collaboration. In this article, we’ll show you how you can use visual devices like mind maps and kanban boards to make your remote team more creative and productive. đĄ Before…
Critical thinking skills are one of the most valuable business assets of the 21st century. They help us make more informed decisions, challenge the status quo, and avoid costly thinking fallacies. But did you know they can also make your remote team excel? In today’s article, we take a deep dive into the obscure world of critical thinking. We also revisit the concept of hierarchical tree structures and how the…