You know what you want to do – but how are you going to get there? The only way to figure it out is to plan, plan, plan! If you want to make good decisions that lead to great results, understanding the […]
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What flies but has no wings? Yes, it’s that thing you never seem to have enough of – time. With so much to do and not enough hours in the day, staying on top of your workload can seem impossible. That’s where […]
Read article "Time Blocking: What Is It – And How Can It Help You Stay on Top of Your Workload?"
You can’t extend or rewind time…but you can use it efficiently. If you’re looking for a way to take back control of the clock, the Pomodoro Technique could be just the ticket. Read on to discover how this Italian productivity method can […]
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Are you reading this article while you should be working on something more important? If so, it’s time you learned about Eat the Frog: the workplace productivity method that can help you reduce procrastination and all the stress it causes you. Once […]
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If Instagram and TikTok are to be believed, you can’t have productivity without productivity “hacks”. Most of the time, these things-you-haven’t-thought-of are that way for a reason… they don’t work. In other cases, workplace productivity tips stand the test of time – […]
Read article "Getting Things Done (GTD)… Is Productivity Really This Simple?"
Mind the gap! If you’re like most project managers, you’ve probably identified a gulf between where your team’s project collaboration is now and where you want to be. It’s time to shake things up. In this blog post, you’ll get answers to […]
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Your team is collaborating well, but when other teams get involved it gets a little…messy? See it as an opportunity for improvement! In this blog post, you’ll learn what makes cross team collaboration work – and why it so often fails. By […]
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Notion is one of the most popular productivity tools out there. However, it’s not for everyone (and seeing as you’re here, that probably includes you). If you started using Notion full of optimism only to bump into some issues down the line, […]
Read article "8 Notion Alternatives — And 7 Reasons Why You Need One"
Poor communication is the enemy of collaboration – but how can you tell if it’s a problem for your team? Read on to discover 5 warning signs that it’s time to improve team communication, and what you can do to fix it. […]
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Collaboration tools save you time and help you work more productively as a team – but which one is right for you? This blog post outlines 9 of the best tools to keep your team connected and your workflows flowing. From messaging […]
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Nobody likes to see their strategy fail. And yet, many do. Why? It could be the cruel hand of fate, but it’s more likely down to execution. You’ve probably got a great strategy, but it needs to be well-implemented to succeed. In […]
Read article "Turning Plans Into Action: 5 Steps to Successful Strategy Implementation"
As a manager, achieving goals is the name of the game. Every quarter is an opportunity to do and achieve more. But hitting the high notes takes work, and getting your team pulling in the same direction can be harder than nailing […]
Read article "Achieving Goals: Top 10 Reasons Why Your Team Doesn’t (+ Solutions)"
Is an important decision looming? With so many factors to consider, getting it right can be hard. Involving your team in the process will set you up for success. Not only does it prevent you from missing something important, it also ensures […]
Google “What are the best techniques and tools for decision making?” and you won’t get a clear answer. Too many types of decisions. Too many different approaches. It’s overwhelming. This article filters out the clutter and focuses on what actually works. Read […]
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It’s new. It’s here. Say hello to the all-new MindMeister! Your new editor looks better, feels better and is even easier to use. Ready to fall in love with mind mapping all over again? Here’s what you can do with the all-new […]
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When you need to think of good ideas quickly, starting a brainstorming session is second nature to many of us. Yet ideation and actual ideas are not the same. To close the gap between your thoughts and the page, we’ve collected our […]
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Mind maps can help you organize your thoughts in double-quick time. In business though, time = money… so we thought we’d make it faster. Whether you’re creating a business plan, planning your OKRs, or creating a company org chart, MindMeister has the […]
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If you’re using MeisterTask to manage your workflows and Google Workspace for everything else, why not bring everything together and help your team get more done? Read on to find out how you can make more of your Google apps using automation […]
Read article "3 Ways to Get More Out of Google Workspace With Zapier + MeisterTask"
In the unpredictable world of finance, customers are uncompromising when it comes to having their needs met. Agile organization can help firms stay ahead: consulting firm zeb has managed to retain the edge in a fiercely competitive market by embracing digitalization and […]
Project documentation is the why and how to your project’s success: The thing no one has time to devote to, but everyone relies on. Though documenting your project properly does take planning and time, it shouldn’t be seen as an insurmountable obstacle […]
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If you’re responsible for a team, the buck stops with you when it comes to delivering the goods. Keeping track of your team’s performance is tricky, so how do you empower everyone to work at their best? An online task management tool […]
Read article "Team Performance Management: Get the Results You Want With MeisterTask"
Ever felt overwhelmed by the growing stack of business apps in your organization? No wonder: the average company now uses around 140 different tools. Preventing information silos and maintaining visibility in this increasingly fragmented environment is a challenge. Fortunately, there’s a way […]
Read article "3 Ways to Work More Consistently with Unito and MeisterTask"
Digitalization has forced us to rethink the traditional workspace. We do the same work, but the ways we engage with our work have changed. All teams, remote or office-based, increasingly rely on documentation tools to streamline communication and ensure successful project outcomes. […]
Read article "Documentation Made Easy: How Meister Uses MeisterNote"
Email overload is killing your productivity and costing you money. So how do you reduce emails, stay on track and still work effectively? In this post, we’ll look at task management software as an email overload solution, exploring how you can centralize […]
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Managing a whole range of different stakeholders is an art, and one that is difficult to master. In project management there is simply no margin for error: getting things right first time and every time is a prerequisite for success. To help […]
Read article "Stakeholder Management – Top 3 Tips for effective management"
Keeping team members everywhere up to date, aligned and engaged is a challenge familiar to all project managers. Especially when projects involve so many moving parts. Meister Expert Partner and NGO atempo works with hundreds of partners across the EU and manages […]
At Meister, we take great pride in helping organizations of all types work productively, communicate better and get more done. Our customers tell us they love MeisterTask for its scalability and flexibility, and when the small NGO CREA Mont-Blanc decided to transform […]
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New findings in cancer research can be life-changing. However, its challenges are many. It means bridging knowledge gaps, engaging colleagues, and creating effective project proposals. In this case study, Barbara Alvarez Martin shares how MindMeister helps drive effective organization at the University […]
Was your last event a stress-inducing project? Did your heart break a little with every colleague that didn’t do their bit on time? Our stylish and intuitive project management tool MeisterTask could be the answer. Not only will it help you manage […]
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No manager wants to receive poor quality work or have to follow up on missed deadlines. Enforcing standards when employees lose focus or fail to deliver is all part of holding people accountable. Unfortunately, accountability has become synonymous with the blame game, […]
