Category: Slack
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What are the best Slack alternatives in 2020?
While we, like a lot of companies around the world, love Slack and it’s integration capabilities, sometimes businesses are looking for alternatives for a variety of reasons. Not all teams need the same things, and some individuals find some of Slack’s capabilities don’t resonate with them. We get it. That’s why we’ve compiled a few…
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Is Slack or Asana a Better Project Management Solution?
It seems like every team across a variety of industries is always looking for ways to tighten up their project management in order to help organize their workforce and deliver products effectively and on time. And because of this ever-present need from companies, a lot of technology has cropped up to do just that: help…
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Task Management Apps for Slack
If you are constantly juggling multiple tasks, and finding it’s hard to keep up with what’s left to do or what needs to be done (and by what time), you may need help managing your tasks. While Slack is great for communication and makes finding documents and conversations quick and easy, it’s not exactly built…
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Why it’s a good idea to integrate Slack with Jira
While many teams use both Slack and Jira, each platform may be used slightly differently. So then, why do some companies decide to link their Slack and Jira together? Well, here are a few key reasons it may be a smart play: Some Team Members Aren’t on Jira While your team may be completely enmeshed…
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Should I use Slack or Trello to manage a team?
When it comes to managing a team during a project, keeping track of all the moving pieces is integral to making sure everything runs smoothly. That means knowing who is heading up what task, how close they are to completion, and relevant due dates should be easy and accessible not only to the project manager…
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Communication Tips for Project Managers
Successful projects all have one thing in common: excellent communication. If a team engages in active communication, projects run more smoothly, milestones get completed on time, and details don’t get overlooked. Communication habits often start from the top, and project managers should lead the way to set an example for the rest of the team,…
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5 reasons teams miss deadlines and how to avoid delays
When it comes to managing projects, one of the most important jobs a team has is making sure they are meeting expected deadlines. Ensuring your team is hitting deadlines ensures your projects are on track and your clients are happy. It also means you aren’t losing money to excessive hours or lowering your client’s expectations…
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Can I send notifications to Slack private channels from Jira and other channel questions answered
When you’re using Appvibe’s Slack-Jira integration, there are so many things you can do to make communication on Jira easier. Here are a few step-by-step guides for how to send notifications and communicate effectively using the app. Of course, the first step is to download Appvibe’s integration. Remember that only a Jira Administrator can Install…
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Unique ways teams are using Slack
Smart teams understand that real-time communication is key to getting work done. Many use Slack as their platform of choice due to its ease of use and general flexibility. But Slack isn’t just for group chats. Smart teams know how to use Slack to their company’s advantage. Here are just a few ways organizations around…