Digitalization does not just happen; it needs to be proactively managed. Parallel to the business world’s intensifying desire to “go digital,” the number of tools available for implementing the required changes is growing. In recent years, countless apps have emerged onto the […]
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It all started with an idea. Today marks the 14th anniversary of the initial beta launch of MindMeister: a moment that changed the future of collaborative online mind mapping and provided the spark for over a billion generated ideas all around the […]
Task management is the key link between planning to do something and getting it done. With plenty of choice on the market, we look at why MeisterTask is the best online task management solution for teams and individuals looking to work more […]
Whatever you do in your professional life, going to work is all about getting things done. While both project management and task management are designed to focus your efforts towards what matters most for your organization, there is often confusion between the […]
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“With team members sitting in three different countries, the cloud-based tools from Meister and Google are essential for keeping us aligned and productive,” says CLOUDPILOTS CEO Bernhard Fieglmüller. Find out how and why the Cloudpilots use cloud-based productivity tools in this customer […]
The benefits of effective project management are widely-known: excellent results, delivered on time and within budget. However, suboptimal project management can lead to costly delays and budget overruns. While the line between success and failure depends on many factors, the selection of […]
Read article "Waterfall vs. Agile Project Management: Choosing the Right Approach "
If the often-surreal events of 2020 have taught us anything, it is that even the best-made plans can be rendered obsolete by circumstances beyond our control. However, with the year ending and no end to the uncertainty in sight, unpredictability cannot become […]
When it comes to gifts, they say it’s better to give than receive. However, with so much choice, especially on the online market, it can be difficult to narrow down exactly what you want to buy. With the holiday season fast approaching, […]
Behind its sleek, minimalistic design, MeisterTask is more than just a pretty face. With a powerful array of features adding substance to the software’s irrefutable style, it has never been easier to manage your tasks effectively. In this article, we look at […]
MeisterTask is a task management tool designed with collaboration in mind. We help teams from all over the world coordinate their activities, delegate responsibilities and get more done. Whether you’re working in a small group or managing a huge team with employees […]
My name is Yinyin Li and this week, I started a new job. I’m the new People Management Assistant at Meister, based at our Vienna headquarters. I’m also studying for an internationally-focused Master’s degree in HR next to my work, so I’m […]
Your employees are your most valuable business asset. If you treat them well, they’ll be hardworking and loyal. Without them, you don’t have a business. Managers and business owners often wonder how best to improve employee productivity, and for good reason. According […]
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Success as a freelancer is all about taking your chances: blink and you’ll miss the perfect opportunity. In such a fiercely competitive market, we look at how you can get to the front of the freelance queue. Although money talks on popular […]
Read article "Create an Epic Freelance Portfolio With MindMeister and Dropbox"
As much as we love mind mapping, we know that there are many reasons you may not want or be able to commit to a paid MindMeister license right now. However, as bona fide mind mapping enthusiasts and all-round good eggs, we […]
Read article "5 Ways to Keep Your Mind Maps After Your Subscription Expires"
If you’re a startup or a small business owner, it’s likely you don’t have enough time or resources to do everything you need to get done. There are only so many hours in a day, and it can often feel like you’re […]
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Digitalization: Even though this topic is far from new, it hasn’t lost any of its relevance and is still challenging businesses of all sizes to take the next step. Why? Because digitalization is intrinsically linked to technology and technology is constantly changing […]
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You may find yourself managing workers for the first time without any training or gradual development. Passion for the company’s mission as well as confidence in the role can be a good start, but you will have to develop the skill set […]
Read article "Leadership Techniques for First-Time Managers"
The most successful companies are often those with their fingers in many pies. Keeping plenty of projects on the go at once is an excellent way to mitigate risk and boost productivity. It’s also a tricky balancing act that can involve multiple […]
Read article "How to Execute Stellar Projects With Cross-Team Collaboration"
If I asked you right now how are you doing when it comes to your health, wealth, love, and happiness, what would you tell me? Tough question to answer, isn’t it? Most people don’t take time to reflect on this, yet it’s […]
Read article "How I Use Mind Mapping to Raise My Self-Awareness"
Figuring out which tasks to do first each day can be one of the most complex and time-consuming parts of your day. Many employees get to the office each morning, then spend valuable time searching through their projects, trying to figure out […]
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The modern workplace is in a continual state of flux. Modern methodologies and technology are constantly improving workflow and communication, streamlining operations within traditional workspaces and enabling more extreme options such as remote work and outsourcing. While the complexity of a modern […]
Read article "Hiring the Right Employees to Work in an Agile Environment"
At the beginning of this extended work-from-home situation, we offered you a few tips to make the most of your time away from the office. Some of us here at Meister followed our own advice, and some of us did not. Either […]
Plumbers, electricians, HVAC technicians, carpenters, masons, welders, tradespeople of all kinds — we’ve heard your concerns about switching to a digital tool to manage your tasks, and we’re here to address them. One by one, we’ll present a case against the most […]
Read article "Fact-Checking the Top 9 Reasons Not to Use MeisterTask for Your Trade Business"
We at Meister are very proud of the fact that MeisterTask is intuitive, easy to use, and takes very little time to get started. However, MeisterTask is also capable of powerful things, such as automations, that can truly make your life easier […]
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The MeisterTask machine is a powerful one, but it probably isn’t the only one you use. And if you’re using MeisterTask as a central knowledge base for yourself and your colleagues, it’s critical that all the things you need to get done […]
Read article "10+ Ways to Automatically Create Tasks for Your MeisterTask Projects"
Anyone who runs a small business will tell you, it’s hard work! Just because the business is small doesn’t mean that there is less to do, just that there are fewer people to get it done. If you run a small business […]
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Analog to-do lists can only take your business so far. They may have worked in the pre-digital era, but they are quickly becoming redundant in an increasingly connected world. Even some basic digital task management tools, like spreadsheets, aren’t keeping pace. If […]
Read article "Task Management Software: 5 Features You Can’t Do Without"
Like many students around the world, you’re now learning from home. Lucky for you, your teacher has set up your classroom online so you can do as much as possible on your own. In this guide, we explain how to use MindMeister […]
Distance learning, when set up correctly, can be effective and rewarding for both teachers and students. But without time to plan, taking your classroom online may seem intimidating. It doesn’t have to be! MeisterTask is the perfect tool to communicate with your […]
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Teachers and students all over the world are looking for ways to connect and start the school year remotely. So, what do you do when in-person is now a virtual classroom? If you’re struggling to figure out how to navigate distance learning, […]
