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Delivering “User Magic” – from Experiences to Metrics & Goals
Delivering “User Magic” – from Experiences to Metrics & Goals

Focus on what truly matters: the users’ actual experiences and the value they gain while using your product—even down to endorphin levels.

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December 20, 2024
Set up / use cross-team work-related thematic chat channels
Set up / use cross-team work-related thematic chat channels

If your team has already chosen teams to regularly sync via meetings, probably there are still teams you’d like to sync with, but there is no need to run meetings.

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December 16, 2024
Contract on core sync vs flexible hours as a team & put them into calendar
Contract on core sync vs flexible hours as a team & put them into calendar

Enable working hours in your Google calendars -> put there your core work hours

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December 9, 2024
Create an ergonomic workspace
Create an ergonomic workspace

Creating an ergonomic work station can help support deep work and productivity.

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November 27, 2024
When you're not working, disconnect from chats & email by turning notifications off on your phone
When you're not working, disconnect from chats & email by turning notifications off on your phone

When you're not working, disconnect by turning off Slack, Gmail, and other notifications. The easiest way to do it is by customising your phone.

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November 25, 2024
Shape up meetings with Mural or Miro
Shape up meetings with Mural or Miro

Get your meetings in shape with Mural or Miro templates! Why use them? Because even your meetings deserve a makeover! 🚀

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November 20, 2024
Use "Focus on" mode on macOS or Windows for deep work
Use "Focus on" mode on macOS or Windows for deep work

Focus mode increases the quality of your current focus slots. Don't worry, it's only a small part of your day, you'll be off.

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November 5, 2024
Clear the Roadblocks Dev Teams Face
Clear the Roadblocks Dev Teams Face

How to Turn Developer Experience [DevEx] Insights into Actions

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October 28, 2024
Beyond the Code
Beyond the Code

How Senior Tech Pros View Developer Experience and Delivery Challenges

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October 24, 2024
Start a deep work session with a to-do list
Start a deep work session with a to-do list

Start a deep work session with a to-do list to minimize distractions & prioritize your tasks.

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October 10, 2024
Change group Direct Messages into chat channels
Change group Direct Messages into chat channels

You can change it to a private channel if you are in a group Direct Message (DMs) with multiple people.

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October 8, 2024
Building Great Software Enablers
Building Great Software Enablers

How Focusing on Better Developer Experience (DevEx) Frees Developers to Do What Matters Most

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September 26, 2024
Co-design meaningful team bonding rituals other than check-ins
Co-design meaningful team bonding rituals other than check-ins

Consider weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or quarterly recurring meetings.

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September 7, 2024
Use check-ins for bonding, blockers & planning (daily, weekly)
Use check-ins for bonding, blockers & planning (daily, weekly)

At first, it may feel strange to switch from reporting (comfort zone) to more open questions (unknown zone), but give it a try for a week, it’s worth it!

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September 7, 2024
Agree as a team on regular 1on1s & put them as recurring meetings
Agree as a team on regular 1on1s & put them as recurring meetings

Individual attention from the leader is important for productivity, engagement, and well-being.

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September 6, 2024
In flow mode? Pause Slack notifications with the DND shortcut
In flow mode? Pause Slack notifications with the DND shortcut

Managing distractions is key to maintaining focus and productivity when you're in flow mode.

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September 5, 2024