Practical Resources
Keeping teams up to date on the latest and greatest Asana best practices, personal productivity tips and transformational leadership inspiration.
Asana Subtask Tips & Tricks
Think of subtasks in Asana like the gears in a finely tuned machine or the sprinkles on a cupcake. They may seem small, but they’re essential for keeping everything running smoothly (or looking amazing). Without them, projects can get messy, overwhelming, and downright chaotic. Subtasks help you break down big...
Mastering Asana Approvals
It's amazing how many activities in life and work require some sort of approval. From major decisions like budget allocations to quirky ones like naming the moons on planets, approvals touch almost every aspect of our lives. For example, did you know that the DMV reviews and approves every personalized license...
Anatomy of An Actionable Task
Let’s take a moment and imagine our to-do list as a museum, an elaborate gallery filled with exhibits that capture our daily ambitions—or in some cases, our daily failures. On one wall, “Email Client” sits behind glass, covered in a layer of dust so thick it’s practically an artifact. Across...
Archiving and Organizing Projects the Asana Way
Imagine if every car you’ve owned was parked in your backyard. The minivan with the mysterious electrical issues sits rusting by the fence, its once-shiny paint now dulled by years of neglect. Nearby, the car with mismatched doors from your college road trip leans slightly to one side, the tires...
Mastering Date Shifts in Asana
In today's post, we're diving into a challenge that often trips up project managers and teams everywhere—adjusting timelines in Asana. You’ve carefully planned out your project with precise start and end dates, but as always, the unexpected happens. Suddenly, deadlines need to shift. The big question is, how do you...
Optimizing Asana Communication
We've all experienced that awkward "egg-on-the-face" moment when someone finishes speaking, and we realize we weren't listening and have no idea what they just said. Embarrassing, right? This scenario is all too common in the business world, especially when team members communicate digitally via email, messages, or comments. Often, the...
Mastering Bulk Edits in Asana
A few days ago, I had a little mishap at my desk. I pulled out a can of mixed nuts only to accidentally drop it, causing nuts to scatter all over my office floor. Ugh. It was chaos. Now, imagine if you walked in at that moment to see me...
Host Great Meetings With Asana
When I was a kid we used to play marbles during recess at school. We'd create a circle in the dirt and dig a shooter (our special marble) out of our pocket. A few marbles would be scattered in the middle. The point of the game was to knock the...
Two Game-Changers to Take Back Your Schedule
Picture this: you're at an all-you-can-eat buffet with an overwhelming spread of food. You start piling your plate with a little bit of everything that catches your eye. The main courses, interesting sides, and tempting desserts – they all find their way onto your plate. But there's a catch –...
Reach Your Goals with Milestones in Asana
Checkpoints in video games are like safety nets for players. They're spots where you can catch your breath and save your progress, making the game less frustrating and more enjoyable. Whether you're battling tough enemies or solving tricky puzzles, checkpoints are your best friends, ensuring you don't lose too much...
Navigating Projects with Milestones
Imagine you're planning an epic cross-country road trip. The excitement builds as you chart your route, envisioning all the breathtaking scenery and unforgettable experiences that lie ahead. But to make this journey a reality, you know you need a well-thought-out plan. How do you ensure that your trip goes smoothly...
Three Steps to Empower My Tasks in Asana
Most of us know how dumb it is to go to a grocery store when we're hungry. Several studies performed in 2015 told the world what we already knew. Build a list and grab a bite to eat first, then head to the store and stick with your list! It requires...
Four Ways to Communicate Kindly in Email
Recently, I received an email from a colleague who had not taken the time to write it properly. I responded by explaining that I was confused and needed clarity. I didn’t hear back from him for more than a week. When he finally did respond, he gave a quick and...
Five Ways To Declutter My Tasks in Asana
I am not a fan of clutter. It tends to stress me out and I lose focus. Too much clutter and I can almost physically feel my mental capacity draining out of me like a barrel of water full of holes. I know there are people who actually thrive in...
The 3 Most Important Asana Best Practices
In productivity circles, Benjamin Franklin is often mentioned as a great historical example of the 'To Do List'. He created a daily task list and would 'check off' whether he would complete them throughout the day. His tasks weren't exactly the 'SMART' goals business leaders have been using for the...
Why Team Leaders Struggle With Asana
When Asana Isn't Working Most of us are thankful we don't have to figure out how all the gears work in our vehicle each day. We just hop in, turn the key, put it in drive and we're off. Simple. Efficient. Perfect outcome. This is how we want our business...