What 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…
Hi Taskaders 🎉 We’ve worked hard to make Taskade work better for you! Here’s what’s new: ⚡️ Widgets for iOS & Android New widgets are here! Display My Tasks, Recent, Starred Projects on your home screen and explore new workflows. Check it out on iOS & Android! ⚡️ Zoom for Mindmap & Org Chart Easily zoom in and out on Mindmap and Org Charts to see the whole project. ⚡️ Resize Chat and Video Calls…
While Elon Musk’s building badass rockets to scour the cosmos, a different kind of space emerges here on earth. In today’s article, we explore the future of remote collaboration and answer the Internet’s hottest question: “What is the metaverse?” Following Mark Zuckerberg’s recent plans to turn Facebook into a “metaverse” company, we take a deep dive into the fantastical world of the Metaverse. You’ll learn where the concept comes from,…
Nobody wants to be an asshole, right? That’s why in this article we’re digging into the principles of, wait for it, anti-asshole design (AAD). We also try to define “ethical design” and see how it can help teams and individuals get work done faster and smarter, with no fluff. 🤔 What Is Design Ethics & Ethical Design? “Design is in everything we make, but it’s also between those things. It’s…
“What is the best productivity system for my remote team?” Well, it depends on how much friction and how steep of a learning curve you can handle. If the answer is “as little as possible,” then Zen to Done (ZTD) is what you’re looking for. If you’ve ever tried David Allen’s Getting Things Done (GTD)—or any productivity framework for that matter—you know that implementing it takes time and dedication. That’s…
What does it take to become a remote project manager? How to manage a distributed product team? The new remote reality calls for an overhaul of existing PM practices in both worlds. Here’s everything you need to know. đź’ˇ Before you start… This guide is part of our series on remote team management, be sure to read other articles for more tips. 🤔 It’s a PM’s World… Meaning What? It’s…
Managing a (remote) team is like dashing through the dungeons in Crypt of the Necrodancer. Move, wait, attack, regroup… your team acts and reacts in a very distinct rhythm. The question is: “How to adjust that rhythm to increase team productivity?” Here’s the thing. Distributed teams—yours included— CAN be more effective than their co-located counterparts. They can plan, communicate, make decisions, and get work done faster and with less friction…
Virtual meetings are the perfect case study for Murphy’s law. Anything that can go wrong—hardware/software problems, poor participation, constant distractions—will go wrong. That is unless you have our virtual meeting checklist to save the day. In today’s article, we tackle some of the most common remote meeting problems. We also suggest a handful of solutions that’ll make your virtual meetings much more digestible. đź’ˇBefore you start… This guide is part…
The remote paradigm shift has made many of the “old ways” of office culture obsolete. Whether you’re a work-from-home freelancer, distributed team member, or a business owner, it’s time to build completely new remote habits and get things done in 2021. The good news is you don’t need ambitious goals or a spectacular 180 to become “the best you can be.” Instead, you should implement tiny, incremental changes that’ll put…
Checklists have saved lives, helped teams succeed, and… 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 checklist—simple list of steps/tasks arranged in sequential order—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…
Building a frictionless, perfectly-aligned distributed team is every leader’s dream. The good news is you can get pretty darn close to that goal by preaching—and practicing—a holistic approach to remote leadership. In this article, you’ll find answers to the following questions: đź’ˇ Before you begin… This article is part of our series on remote leadership. Be sure to read our other stories for more practical tips: ✊ When Your Remote…
Although word-processing has come a long way since WordStar days, many contemporary writers—George R. R. Martin included—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, we’ll show you how you can use Taskade to conduct research, organize reading notes, outline documents, and—wait for…
Want the Best Startup Tools for Your Remote Team? Not So Fast! 
Insights & Updates: AI Agents, Automation & Productivity 
🚀 Widgets, Zoom, Resize Chat, and more! 
What Is the Metaverse? The Next Step in Remote Collaboration 
Ethical Anti-Design: The Road to No-Nonsense Productivity 
Simplify Team Productivity With Zen to Done (ZTD) 
Spot the Difference: Remote Project Manager vs. Product Manager 
Team Productivity Guide: How to Build Faster Remote Teams 
Virtual Meeting Checklist: Run Better Meetings With Your Remote Team 
Build Effective Remote Teams With Atomic Habits 
The Power of Checklists in Distributed Teams 
Managing Remote Teams: Challenges and Best Practices 
Distraction-Free Writing Starts With Taskade (Updated for 2024)