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4 Strategies from the Deep Work Book to Achieve Hard-to-Replicate Results

Discover 4 easy-to-use strategies from Cal Newport's Deep Work book for achieving exceptional results. In a fast-paced digital world, these methods help bridge the gap between human skills and evolving technology. Learn how deep work can boost your skills and adaptability for success.

OKR vs KPI: What Sets Them Apart?

In this article, we will dive into these two approaches and their differences to help you further understand how to set great OKRs (and KPIs but those you have probably already mastered).

Apply HubSpot’s 3-Step Formula for Making Hard Decisions

While growing HubSpot, Dharmesh Shah (co-founder and CTO) has experienced a varied range of poor decision-making. In this article, we are sharing HubSpot's 3-step approach to making great strategic decisions, so you can easily apply it in your team.

7-Scientific Facts that Prove Deep Work Leads to More Enjoyable Work (with sources)

Discover 7 scientific facts confirming the transformative power of deep work for a more enjoyable professional life. Backed by credible sources, this post unveils the overlooked benefits of focus and productivity in today's chaotic work culture.

The science is in: Interruptions Kill Productivity and Increase Stress (with sources)

Uncover evidence-backed insights on how prioritizing focused work can revolutionize productivity.

5 Key Learnings from The Good Enough Job and How You Can Apply Them

Our jobs have become one of the most central parts of our lives, of our identities. So much so that if you ask someone to describe themselves, they probably start by telling you what they do for a living. In this article, we are sharing the 5 key topics from Stolzoff’s book and how you can apply them to your reality.

Brainwriting: A 3-Step Approach to Generating Innovative Ideas

In this article, you will learn why brainstorming may present itself as more of a problem than a solution and the 3-step formula to start leading brainwriting sessions.

5 Best Simon Sinek Quotes and How You Can Apply Them

In this article, we will share 5 of the most important Simon Sinek quotes and how you can put them into practice so positive change may follow.

Conversations on Employee Profiles

Instantly see every conversation you have had with any colleauge.

Make Your Customers Excited to Give You Feedback

Explore how Sleeknote's CEO, Mogens Møller, transformed feedback into an exciting opportunity. Learn how a single-question survey makes customers eager to share insights, boosting loyalty and driving growth.

Start Doing Company Pulses like Mogens Møller

Learn how to supercharge your company's insights with Mogens Møller's innovative approach to company pulses. In this engaging blog post, uncover how Møller's strategy for concise yet impactful pulses can revolutionize your decision-making process.

Going Personal with Deep 1:1s for Better Employee Engagement

Discover how Mogens Møller, CEO of Sleeknote, took employee engagement to the next level with Casual 1:1s. Dive into this insightful blog post to learn why going personal can boost motivation, productivity, and collaboration within your team.

An ex-Intel Leader’s Guide to OKRs

Unlock the power of OKRs with insights from an ex-Intel leader's perspective. Discover actionable strategies for setting objectives and key results that drive meaningful change. Learn how to strike the perfect balance between direction and flexibility.

How to Use References the Right Way

Unlock the secrets to leveraging references effectively in the hiring process with insights from CEO coach Peter Engelbrecht. Discover actionable strategies for gaining valuable insights into potential candidates' true selves. Learn how to navigate reference checks to make informed hiring decisions.

How to Use 1:1s to Build Strong Relationships at Work

Discover the power of leveraging 1:1s to cultivate strong workplace relationships. Dive into insights from CEO coach Peter Engelbrecht and learn actionable strategies for fostering meaningful connections with your team. Elevate your leadership game and enhance organizational success.

Start Running Your Company Cadence with Peter Engelbrecht’s Formula

Unlock the key to success by mastering your company's cadence with Peter Engelbrecht's proven formula. Explore insights from the renowned CEO coach and co-founder of Firmafon to refine your organizational rhythm. Discover actionable steps to tailor your strategy for sustainable growth and adaptability.

Spot Great Talent to Build a Strong Team Culture

Elevate your team culture by mastering the art of talent spotting with insights from CEO coach Peter Engelbrecht. Learn how to identify and onboard individuals who align with your company's vision and values. Uncover the secrets to building lasting connections and maximizing organizational performance.

How to Keep Self-Developing as a Leader Even When It Gets Lonely

Navigate the lonely road of leadership with insights from CEO coach Peter Engelbrecht. Discover actionable strategies to continue self-development even in solitude. Learn how to set goals, overcome challenges, and thrive as a leader.

Conversations on Employee Profiles

Instantly see every conversation you have had with any colleauge.

Conversations on Employee Profiles

Instantly see every conversation you have had with any colleauge.

Conversations on Employee Profiles

Instantly see every conversation you have had with any colleauge.

How a Growth Mindset Transforms Business (with Examples)

The concept of a growth mindset suggests that skills can be learned and improved over time through dedication, effort, and learning from experiences.

How to Stop Micromanaging but Still Be in the Details

Differentiating between micromanaging and being detail-oriented can profoundly impact team dynamics. While micromanaging stifles autonomy and breeds stress, being in the details fosters a supportive environment where employees feel valued and empowered. Learn how to strike the right balance in this insightful article.

How to Improve Hiring Process for Better Employee Retention

How to use re-hiring to improve your hiring process.

How to Cheer for Your Team to Improve Team Morale and Teamwork

Explore practical ways to uplift team morale and foster stronger teamwork in high-pressure environments. Dive into Beatriz Boavida's article for actionable insights on navigating stress, enhancing productivity, and nurturing respect within your team.

Using Ambitious Goals to Improve Performance

Can aiming higher with goals improve performance? Let's explore how Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky's 'add a zero' approach challenges traditional goal-setting methods.

Use co-writing for Better Brainstorming Ideas

Let's explore how structured brainstorming can help teams like yours unleash their creativity and come up with amazing solutions.

Focused Conversation Channels

A key benefit of Workjoy is increased focus in team conversations - we have now added that to channels.

How We Write Employee Handbooks That Work in 6 Easy Steps

Employee handbooks can seem like a daunting task. We show how it can be done in 6 easy steps.

How to Motivate Employees with 6 Easy Questions

As soon as you know how to motivate employees, you are so much closer to getting your team to achieve outstanding results.

How to Motivate Employees as a Manager using Praise

Studies have shown the impact praise has on a team’s performance. Yet, most employees don’t feel their efforts and work are frequently recognized.

Foster Employee Growth Through Team Feedback

Studies have shown the impact praise has on a team’s performance. Yet, most employees don’t feel their efforts and work are frequently recognized.

How to Run Effective Staff Meetings Like Claire Hughes Johnson (ex-Stripe COO)

We walk you through each step of the framework for successful work meetings

How to Guide for Success: Applying the Radical Candor Feedback Approach

Discover the art of effective feedback in leadership, emphasizing the delicate balance between kindness and clarity, specificity, and sincerity; explore Kim Scott's renowned "Radical Candor" approach as a pivotal tool for success in guiding teams with a step-by-step guide for application.

How to Receive Feedback as a Leader: Applying Matt Mochary 5 A’s Feedback Approach

Uncover the challenges of scaling a company and the key role of a CEO in team success; delve into Matt Mochary's insights on building trust through effective feedback, exploring the intricacies of leadership in the scaling process.

Best Team Check-In Questions and Why They Matter

Unlock the power of well-crafted check-in questions in fostering effective team interactions in the era of hybrid work. Explore the transformative impact of these questions, ensuring your team interactions go beyond routine and become meaningful experiences.

How To Delegate Authority

Learn the art of delegation from leadership expert John C. Maxwell. Explore the delicate balance between task assignment and inspiring commitment, discovering how to delegate effectively with clear plans and smart moves.

Execute Faster: Applying Elon Musk’s Aligning Vector Leadership Strategy

Explore the Aligning Vectors strategy, inspired by Elon Musk's leadership insights. Learn how to revitalize progress in your team or organization with this innovative approach.

Employee Profiles

Instantly see everything you have collaborated with any colleauge on.

Stop Over-Complicating It: Make Goal Setting Simple

A simple framework for setting goals and checking in without the hazzle.

How to Prevent Burnout as a Leader

Discover effective strategies for leaders to prevent burnout in a fast-paced business culture.

Upgrade Your Meetings With Jeff Bezos 6-Page Memo

Discover the effectiveness of Jeff Bezos' 6-page memo strategy for meetings. Ditch PowerPoint for detailed memos to promote productive discussions. Learn how to implement memos and overcome team resistance.

Quit the Trap of Micromanaging: A 6-Step Formula for Accountability

How to hold your team accountable without micromanaging.

How No-Meeting Days Increases Your Teams Productivity and Job Satisfaction

Give your team time to do real work.

How to Use Weekly Updates to Increase Your Team's Alignment

How to involve your team in a maeningfull way without letting go of controll.

Alternatives to OKRs

Considering alternatives to OKRs? SMART goals offer structure, agile frameworks like SCRUM provide adaptability, and cascading goals ensure alignment across departments. Choose based on your company's needs. Remember, goal-setting is a journey, so find what works best for you!

How to Involve Your Team in Key Changes

How to involve your team in a maeningfull way without letting go of controll.

Enhance Your Team Morale: The Power of Pulse Surveys

Use pulse surveys to know what your team feels about work.

3 Ways to Replace Unproductive Meetings

Eliminate unproductive meetings with 3 actionable strategies. Learn why meetings go awry, explore the benefits of asynchronous meetings and async check-ins, and discover the power of task-focused communication.

Improve Team Alignment with Digital Team Check-Ins

Staying in-sync with your team has never been easier.

How to Build a Strong Feedback Culture in Your Team

Build a strong feedback culture in your team with practical strategies. Learn to integrate feedback seamlessly into your workflow, boost productivity, and overcome common challenges.

The Jeff Bezos "No PowerPoint Method”: How to Level up Your Ideas

How banning PowerPoint presentations led to better meetings and ideas at Amazon.

7 Steps To Running Projects that Moves the Needle

How to keep important projects on track.

Solutions to the top 10 challenges of remote work

We have collected solutions to the top 10 challenges of remote work.

How to Easily Increase Remote Work Productivity Through Cycles

Planning ahead in cycles makes async and remote work a lot easier.

How to Stop Micromanaging Your Team and Still Get Results

As a leader, finding the delicate balance between overseeing tasks and empowering your team members can be an intricate dance.

Easily Track Delegated Tasks

Instantly see everything you have collaborated with any colleauge on.

Objectives and Key Results: A Guide for Effective Leadership

A introduction to OKRs and how they help you lead.

How to Implement OKRs (Objective and Key Results)

OKR is a great framework for aligning an organisation but can be hard to implement successfully. We give you the recipie that works every time.

5 Easy Steps to Track Delegated Tasks

As leaders our job is to delegate - but it all falls apart quickly if we don't have an efficient way of tracking delegated tasks.

Meeting Series

Make repeat meetings easier to add and navigate between in Workjoy.app

7 Best Tools for Asynchronous Meetings

We have collected the best tools for asynchronous meetings here.

Successful Asynchronous Meetings - A Practical How-To

Asynchronous meetings offer a flexible and more efficient way to collaborate.

How to Make Better Decisions With Async Meetings

We will show you how to leverage async meetings to make more high quality decisions.

10+1 Interview Questions to Truly Know Your Candidate

Interviewing is hard so we have collected 10 great questions (and a bonus) to truly get to know your candidates.

Calm Leadership

A personal introduction to practicing Calm Leadership.

What is People Success?

The next step beyond HR and People & Culture.

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