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A Project Manager's Guide to Time Blocking

Do you ever feel like there is never enough time in the day to get everything done? Time blocking might just be the answer. Time blocking is a powerful tool that can help project managers make the most of their time and increase productivity. By breaking down tasks into smaller chunks and scheduling them accordingly, project managers can maximize their efficiency and ensure that all tasks are completed on time. This guide will explain what time blocking is and how it can boost productivity.

Get Ahead of the Curve: 5 Workplace Trends to Watch Out for in 2023

It’s hard to believe that we’re already almost halfway through the decade, but as we approach 2023, it’s important to take a look at the trends that will shape the workplace. As well, as how better you can adapt your work practices to the future! Experts agree that five key trends will have a big impact on how we work over the next few years. From advances in technology to changes in how we value work-life balance, these trends will affect every aspect of our professional lives.

Smarter Customer Engagement Flows with Courier's New Segment Integration

Having a clear idea how your users interact with your app — when they log in, which features they engage with, or which notifications they click on — can help you design a better experience and ultimately increase user engagement. But retracing your users’ steps across various integrations is a complex task. Customer data platforms (CDPs) like Segment seek to achieve it by aggregating event data from multiple sources in one centralized location.

Is your team "time-poor"? Here's how to upgrade everyone's workday.

Cassie Holmes is having what you might call a moment. The UCLA management professor and author of Happier Hour: How To Beat Distraction, Expand Your Time and Focus on What Matters Most has been landing accolades across the spectrum of leadership, lifestyle, and self-help since the book came out in late 2022. By the end of the year, Happier Hour had proven to be a hit. Amazon, Time, the Financial Times, and The Washington Post put Happier Hour on their best-of lists.

5 monthly reporting templates and must-know tips

Monthly reports are an excellent tool for keeping team members and stakeholders updated on things like project statuses, company goals and milestones, department performance, and a broad range of other pertinent information. However, generating numerous reports each month can often be an overwhelming task. Today, most project managers rely on monthly report templates to streamline this process and ensure that all the most important details are covered.

Top 14 EX and employee communication influencers we love

Influencers can boost a brand or idea across any sector using social media. Sometimes influencers are celebrities, sometimes simply ‘the person in the street’ or anyone in between. Some are generalists, some are niche, but all have established credibility around a particular concept, providing an opportunity for brand exposure.

Why getting to know your team is the first step to effective project management

Project management is a complex process that requires extensive coordination between team members in order to ensure that everything runs smoothly. One of the most important steps in successful project management is getting to know your team and establishing a positive working environment.