Teams | Collaboration | Customer Service | Project Management

Before we start, let's clear up a few Three Letter Acronyms (TLAs)! LTS stands for Long-term support, and denotes a version (or release) of a software product that is specifically designed to receive support for an extended period. ESS refers to Element Server Suite, the name of our backend hosting product that gives organisations the control and flexibility to make full use of their data sovereign real-time communications. So, hopefully, now it makes sense when we say that ESS now comes with LTS!

Picture a project as a complex puzzle, with each piece representing a task, a team member, or a goal. Now, imagine trying to solve that puzzle without clear instructions or the ability to talk to your teammates. Sounds pretty harsh, right? That’s what it can feel like when there’s a lack of clear communication in project management. And it’s not just about avoiding failure – good communication can make your project smoother, your team happier, and your clients more satisfied.

Use Asana’s smart editor feature to automatically adjust and improve your writing. You can even specify the level of detail you want to include and the tone you want to strike. Who couldn’t use a little extra time? It’s hard to carve out calendar space for your daily priorities—let alone time to actually think and plan. But if you’re feeling crunched, Asana can help. These time-saving tips can help you intelligently eliminate busywork and make a greater impact, faster.

Prioritizing your client interactions is a no-brainer, right? So why do several agency owners ease up on their white-glove service when it comes to billing the client? Clients demand strong and healthy relationships. And what is one of the biggest reasons personal relationships fail? Money. Part of fostering strong business relationships is establishing healthy boundaries around topics like billing.

Becoming an in-demand web developer takes more than book knowledge. While it’s great that you made it through your first courses, experience is what it will take to succeed in the field. When you go in for an interview, you're almost guaranteed to be asked about what you’ve built outside the classroom. Luckily, there’s no shortage of web development projects you can dive into and expand your current skill set.

What would you change about how your company operates? Nobody’s perfect, not even the world’s top CEOs. No matter how big or well-managed, every business can be improved in some shape or form. Bosses, managers, and senior figures must ensure that the business processes they put in place are consistent and productive to maximize efficiency and drive profitability. This will give your company the best chance of success and continued growth in the future.

Inclusive leaders play a crucial role in creating a positive, productive work environment for a diverse workforce. But what does it mean to be an inclusive leader, and why is it so important?

Agency time tracking refers to the process of monitoring and recording the amount of time that an agency and their employees spend on client projects and tasks. Agency is a broad term encompassing businesses such as: government agencies, marketing agencies, and creative services. In today’s blog we’ll look at some strategies to implement and utilize time tracking in an agency setting.

Gone are the days when customers rummaged through websites to find business contact details or jotted down email addresses and phone numbers to reach out. The strategy to embed chat widgets has elegantly streamlined this process, emerging not merely as a modern touch but as a prevailing standard in digital communication. According to Freshworks, over 41% of customers now expect a live chat widget on websites, showcasing a significant shift in user preferences.

Whether it’s a strategy planning session, client meeting, or catch-up with your line manager, note-taking is an under-appreciated skill in workplaces. With many teams working remotely, it’s more important than ever to be able to capture the information shared, and discussions had. Without good notes, meetings can be pointless and teams left wondering what to do next. In this post, we’ll show you exactly how to take flawless meeting notes.