Asana tip: How to instantly access your most important projects

When we’re in “Deep Work” mode, we can’t afford distractions. But quite inevitably, ideas and thoughts will pop to mind and distract us. We will have ideas, and we will remember something that needs doing. One of two things happens usually happens: We make a mental...

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you see a huge to-do list on your “My Tasks” page. With everything competing for your attention, it’s hard to focus on the most important work. The answer? ✅ Ensure your “My Tasks” list only displays what you plan to work...

Do you sometimes experience disappointing results when delegating? Do other people delegate tasks to you with vague requirements or expectations? Do you ever look at your to-do list and wonder what the heck you're actually meant to do? This is what happens when you...

Unless a task is “owned” by somebody, it’s very unlikely to get done. For that reason… Assign every task/project ONE owner. Asana calls this person the “assignee”. …but many people can work on the same task, right? So why only one owner?  Apple famously coined...

Your task list is probably pretty big. So it helps if it’s not confusing to look at. If you want an easier life… Give your tasks a name that will make sense to other people and your future self. This will save you countless headaches and help to overcome inertia,...