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A Practical Guide to Project Visibility (+ the Tools You Need)
Get all the details on the importance of project visibility, as well as actionable tips and tools that you can use to ensure project management is a priority at your organization.
Alli Tunell
Nov 1, 2024
AI Project Scheduling: A Guide to Get Started Today
AI project scheduling tools to help teams work smarter, plus tips to implement AI project scheduling today.
Alli Tunell
Oct 24, 2024
5 Best Project Management Timeline Tools (Tested & Ranked)
We've tested five of the best project timeline tracking tools. In this article, we share our experiences to help you find the perfect fit for your team.
Alli Tunell
Oct 15, 2024
7 Project Management Trends You Need to Know to Stay Ahead
Discover the top project management trends for 2024, including AI integration, evolving PM skills, and data analytics.
Alli Tunell
Oct 8, 2024
Notion vs. Todoist: Which is Best For Your Team [2024]
Todoist vs. Notion: Which is better? Plus, a look at Motion for an AI-powered edge.
Alli Tunell
Oct 7, 2024
Ticktick vs. Asana: I've Used Both & You Have Better Options
Uncover the main differences between TickTick and Asana to see which task management app best fits your personal or team productivity needs.
Alli Tunell
Sep 30, 2024
I Tested The Best AI Project Management Tools. Here's My Top 5.
We've been hands on with the top 5 AI project management tools for teams. Here's what you need to know.
Zac Harris
Sep 30, 2024
Motion vs. Notion: An Honest & Unbiased Review [2024]
Unbiased review of two top productivity tools. Learn which one fits your needs and boosts your efficiency.
Alli Tunell
Sep 25, 2024
The Best Project Management Software for Creatives in 2024
Explore the top project management tools for creatives to streamline workflows and boost team collaboration. Find the perfect fit for 2024!
Zac Harris
Sep 18, 2024
I Tested the Best Workload Management Tools. Here's My Top 5
Stay productive with these top-rated tools for busy business owners. From workload management to task scheduling, these tools will supercharge your productivity.
Alli Tunell
Sep 18, 2024
Best Enterprise Project Management Software Ranked & Tested
Discover the top enterprise project management software options ranked & tested. Find the best tool for your needs with our comprehensive review.
Alli Tunell
Sep 13, 2024
Agency Project Management: Everything You Need to Know
Discover the essentials of agency project management – from timelines to resource allocation. Learn how to succeed in agency projects.
Alli Tunell
Sep 11, 2024
Agile vs Waterfall: Which Framework is Best For Your Team?
Explore the differences between Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies and discover how to select the right approach for your projects.
Tiffany Lewis
Sep 6, 2024
What is a Project Management Information System? (+How They Work)
Don’t let your PMIS become a time sink! Learn how to make your project management information system work for you for maximum success.
Alli Tunell
Sep 4, 2024
What Is Project Coordination? Here's What You Need to Know
Whether you need a project coordinator or want to be one, you need to know how the role contributes to project success.
Brian Bakker
Sep 4, 2024
What is Process Analysis? (And How Can it Help Your Business?)
Learn about the process and benefits of business process analysis, and discover the tools and techniques you need to make it work for your business.
Alli Tunell
Sep 4, 2024
Todoist vs. Asana: Why I Dropped Both & You Should Too
Task managers are all the rage, and the most popular include Todoist and Asana. Learn all about each of them to determine which one is best for you.
Alli Tunell
Aug 23, 2024
The Best Project Management Software for Marketing Teams (5 Tools Tested & Ranked)
Discover the top 5 project management tools for marketing teams. From AI-powered scheduling to visual kanban boards, find out which software can keep your team and projects on track.
Zac Harris
Aug 21, 2024
AI Scheduling Assistants (My Tried and Tested Assistants)
Discover what an AI scheduling assistant is, what to look for in one, and five top choices that can help you and your team reach new heights.
Carla Groenewegen
Aug 19, 2024
Any.do vs. Todoist: We Tested Both—Is There a Better Option?
Trying to choose between Any.do and Todoist? We’ve tested them both—here’s what you need to know before you decide, and why Motion might be the better choice.
Alli Tunell
Aug 14, 2024
Project Milestones: Examples and Tips for Writing Them
Discover the importance of project milestones for project success, their role in project management, and how to create them.
Richard Reynolds
Aug 12, 2024
What Is a Schedule Management Plan? (& How to Create One)
Learn what a schedule management plan is, why you need one, and how to create one that helps your company avoid scheduling mishaps in the future.
Richard Reynolds
Aug 8, 2024
Trello vs. Todoist: Which Is Better for Task Management?
Find the best task management app for your needs — compare Trello and Todoist features, pricing, and pros and cons.
Brian Bakker
Aug 7, 2024
9 HR AI Tools for Streamlining People Management in Small Firms
Discover nine HR AI tools that can supercharge your business’s hiring, leading, and people development processes.
Jared Posey
Aug 6, 2024
Basecamp vs. Trello: Which Is Better For Project Management?
Find the best project management app for your needs — compare Basecamp and Trello features, pricing, and pros and cons.
Benita Liew
Aug 5, 2024
Wrike vs. Asana: The Ultimate Guide for 2024
Learn the key differences between Wrike and Asana. Get insights on features, usability, and pricing to help you choose the best project management tool.
Josue Valles
Aug 5, 2024
Notion vs. Evernote: I've Used Both and Here's What I Think
Task management tools are all the rage, and the most popular include Notion and Evernote. Learn all about each of them to determine which one is best for you.
Alli Tunell
Aug 2, 2024
Notion vs. Asana: Which Is the Better Task Manager?
Check out this side-by-side comparison of Notion and Asana to learn how they compare as task managers and which tools work even better.
Tiffany Lewis
Jul 30, 2024
ClickUp vs. Trello: Finding the Right Project Management Tool for Your Team
Discover the differences between ClickUp and Trello to decide which project management tool suits your team's needs best.
Haylee Read
Jul 30, 2024
Trello vs Notion: In-Depth Comparison of Productivity Apps [2024]
Read our unbiased Trello vs Notion comparison guide. We’ll help you choose a project management tool that fits your team’s needs and workflow.
Dejan Kvergic
Jul 23, 2024
How to Plan and Manage a Productive Collaboration Meeting
Learn how to host a successful collaboration meeting using a meeting agenda, along with six collaborative meeting tips.
Keisha Card
Jul 16, 2024
Notion vs. Monday: I've Used Both and Here's What I Think
Project management tools are all the rage, and the most popular include Notion and Monday. Learn all about each of them to determine which one is best for you.
Alli Tunell
Jul 12, 2024
How to Use a Progress Tracker to Deliver Successful Projects
Discover why a project tracker is so important to project success and how to use one to drive results.
Elizabeth Minton
Jul 11, 2024
Trello vs. Asana: Which Project Management Tool Is Right for You in 2024?
Learn the key differences between Trello and Asana. Get insights on features, usability, and pricing to help you choose the best project management tool.
Alladdine Djaidani
Jun 18, 2024
How Sparkmate finishes work faster and automates tedious planning with Motion
Find out how tech startup Sparkmate uses Motion to automate tedious — yet vital — weekly planning, delegate work, and ship projects faster.
Liz Willits
Jun 17, 2024
AI Task Manager: I Tested 20+ Task Managers. Here's My Top 7
I've been hands-on with 7 AI task managers and used my experience with each task manager to give you the most detailed comparison, helping you choose the perfect tool for your needs.
Zac Harris
Jun 14, 2024
CRM Project Management: What It Is and Why You Need It
Discover how a solution that combines CRM and project management features can help your business.
Brian Bakker
Jun 7, 2024
The Product Development Process: Your 10-Minute Guide
Discover the essential steps of the product development process in just 10 minutes. From ideation to launch, we've got you covered.
Haylee Read
May 31, 2024
6 Must-Have Business Software Systems for Startups and Small Businesses
Explore six business software systems that are indispensable for startups and small businesses. Learn about system features and app examples.
Carla Groenewegen
May 24, 2024
5 Meeting Minutes Examples (+ How to Write Them)
Use our meeting minutes examples as templates for easily composing your own meeting minutes.
Carla Groenewegen
May 24, 2024
6 Best Asana Alternatives for Teams in 2024
Check out the top 6 Asana alternatives for 2024, the reasons to consider an alternative, and how to select the best option for your team.
Tiffany Lewis
May 21, 2024
10 Best Trello Alternatives Available in 2024
Looking for a new alternative to Trello? Find out which tools are leading the way and transforming productivity for teams worldwide.
Richard Reynolds
May 17, 2024
Here’s Why SMBs Prefer These 6 Monday Alternatives
Discover why monday.com isn’t always the best choice for small businesses and which 6 monday.com alternatives will help you scale and thrive.
Brian Bakker
May 17, 2024
6 Basecamp Alternatives For Scheduling Small Teams Perfectly
Discover why Basecamp might not work best for scheduling small teams and which 6 Basecamp alternatives do it better.
Danny Maiorca
May 17, 2024
5 Best AI Tools for Presentations in 2024
Explore a handpicked list of the five best AI presentation makers, comparing their features, pricing, and more.
Ragnar Miljeteig
May 16, 2024
10 Best AI Tools for Product Managers in 2024
Discover the best AI tools for product managers in 2024 that help you make smarter strategic decisions and implement them faster.
Jared Posey
May 9, 2024
Todoist vs Microsoft to Do: Which Is the Better Option?
Trying to decide between Todoist and Microsoft To Do? Use this guide to weigh the features, prices, and pros and cons of each option.
Haylee Read
May 8, 2024
6 ClickUp Alternatives for Smbs Aiming to Scale in 2024
Discover the top ClickUp alternatives to plan and manage projects efficiently to scale your small business in 2024.
Carla Bauto Dena
May 7, 2024
Top 15 Small Business Tools You Can Try in 2024
Check out this round-up of leading small business tools designed to handle every aspect of running a business — and put together a winning app stack.
Dejan Kvergic
May 6, 2024
Project Assumptions: A Guide to Assume Better and Plan Better
Discover what project assumptions are, how they affect your project, and simple tips to manage them effectively.
Haylee Read
Apr 25, 2024
Single-Tasking: Mastering the Art of Deep, Productive Work
Learn all about single-tasking in this comprehensive guide. We break down its benefits and how to incorporate it in the digital age.
Jared Posey
Apr 24, 2024
Brand Positioning Framework: How to Create It (and Why It’s a Must)
Learn strategies for creating a brand positioning framework to boost your customer base and bottom line.
Jodi Monroe
Apr 19, 2024
The 10 Best AI To-Do List Apps to Boost Your Productivity in 2024
Check out these highly recommended AI to-do list apps designed to help you stay organized, supercharge your productivity, and get more done.
Dejan Kvergic
Apr 19, 2024
Proactive Planning: What It Is and How to Master It
Proactive planning can help you anticipate and address challenges before they arise. Find out how to become a proactive planning expert here.
Haylee Read
Apr 4, 2024
How to Set Ambitious yet Attainable Project Goals
Learn how to set ambitious yet realistic project goals to maximize your team’s output.
Asir Muntasir
Apr 4, 2024
How to Write a Project Status Report (with a Template)
Learn how to create status reports that align your team and keep projects on track. We’ll cover the essentials and offer a shortcut for better reporting.
Brian Bakker
Mar 28, 2024
Why Project Efficiency Is a Key to Making All Your Projects Successful
Discover what you need to know about project efficiency and reap the rewards of shorter timelines and happier stakeholders.
Brian Bakker
Mar 27, 2024
Hybrid Project Management: the Best of Two Worlds
Learn how to integrate different project management methodologies to create a hybrid process tailored to your needs.
Josue Valles
Mar 27, 2024
How to Be More Productive: 11 Tips, 6 Skills, & Some Secret Sauce!
Unlock lasting productivity with this ultimate productivity guide, complete with 11 useful tips and 6 productivity skills to improve on.
Elizabeth Minton
Mar 27, 2024
Low Morale at Work? 12 Effective Ways to Turn Things Around
Learn the common signs and causes of low morale at work, plus 12 effective ways to turn things around.
Jodi Monroe
Mar 25, 2024
What Makes a Team Player? Top 10 Qualities and Tips
Learn what makes a great team player in this article. We cover the components, top qualities, and tips on how to become a better team player.
Jared Posey
Mar 25, 2024
Optimize Your Time with Next-Level Daily Planning
Take control of your day with next-level daily planning strategies. Learn how to optimize your time and boost productivity with this pro guide.
Haylee Read
Mar 22, 2024
Build Stronger Teams: 17 Strategies for Effective Collaboration
Discover the 17 best strategies for effective collaboration. We also discuss future trends in this space.
Jared Posey
Mar 22, 2024
Agile Capacity Planning Guide: How to Do It Effectively in 2024
Learn how to effectively use Agile capacity planning to boost your team’s output in 2024 and beyond.
Ragnar Miljeteig
Mar 21, 2024
How to Launch a New Workflow in Your Business (+9 Free Workflow Examples)
Discover how to launch a new workflow process in your business in this article from Motion, plus nine workflow examples to streamline operations.
Kimberly Keys
Mar 19, 2024
How to Leverage the Positive Energy You Get From Successful Task Completion
Discover the many tools available that’ll help you find practical strategies to make sure of the timely completion of all your tasks.
Brian Bakker
Mar 19, 2024
How to Use Fast-Tracking Project Management Properly
Lagging behind? Learn how to properly fast-track a project. Discover when to use it, its benefits and risks, along with practical steps and top tips.
Richard Reynolds
Mar 15, 2024
11 Ways to Achieve Team Efficiency (without Burning Out)
Learn how to boost team efficiency with these 11 smart tweaks and say hello to your most productive year yet.
Benita Liew
Mar 14, 2024
Time Blindness: Targeted Strategies to Take Back Your Time
Learn all about the causes and symptoms of time blindness. Plus, find out the top strategies to help you manage your time more effectively.
Jodi Monroe
Mar 13, 2024
Plan for Success: Project Discovery Phase 101
Confused about the project discovery phase? Don't worry, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know to effectively plan for success.
Haylee Read
Mar 7, 2024
Mastering Project Communications Management: Your 10-Minute Guide
This 10-minute guide is packed with practical advice and tools to help you become a pro in Project Communications Management. Read on to learn more.
Haylee Read
Mar 1, 2024
Resource Breakdown Structure: What Is It?
Learn everything about what resource breakdown structure means in this complete guide. You’ll also discover how to implement it.
Danny Maiorca
Feb 29, 2024
Project Quality Management Is the Key to Delivering Successful Projects
Quality is often difficult to define on projects when there isn’t a quantifiable metric to apply. But here are some tools you can use to do the job.
Brian Bakker
Feb 27, 2024
RACI Alternatives to Build Team Trust
Discover the tools that'll help you build straightforward communication with your team and streamline your processes in an easy way.
Josue Valles
Feb 26, 2024
How Project Procurement Management Can Make or Break Your Project
Discover how effective project procurement management can help your project to avoid a world of trouble.
Brian Bakker
Feb 26, 2024
What is Resource Availability in Project Management? (2024 Guide)
Learn what resource availability is and why you should manage it. Also, discover the factors affecting it.
Shinjini Guha
Feb 26, 2024
Sales Team Motivation: 7 Proven Strategies to Boost Performance
Learn more about the best strategies for encouraging and maintaining robust sales team motivation.
Jodi Monroe
Feb 21, 2024
SAFe vs Scrum: Finding The Best Agile Framework for Your Business
Everyone wants to be Agile but there are so many frameworks to choose from. Find out which one will be best for you.
Brian Bakker
Feb 20, 2024
How Task Batching Can Supercharge Your Productivity
How you can sharpen your focus, reduce stress, avoid procrastination and radically improve your productivity.
Brian Bakker
Feb 20, 2024
Without a Project Baseline, How Do You Measure Success in Your Project?
When you’re running a project you need a point of reference if you’re going to keep track of things. That’s what your project baseline is.
Brian Bakker
Feb 20, 2024
Team Culture: Benefits and Strategies for Building Strong Teams
Ready to improve your team culture? Learn what team culture is, why it’s important, and top strategies for enhancing it.
Jodi Monroe
Feb 20, 2024
Advantages and Disadvantages of the RACI Matrix for Project Teams
Looking for insights on the RACI Matrix for project teams? Discover the advantages and disadvantages of using this tool in our comprehensive guide.
Haylee Read
Feb 20, 2024
Daily Scrum vs. Standup: More than Just Another Meeting
Learn more about Agile software development with this quick guide. We’ll cover Scrum and its key ceremonies, including the standup meeting.
Haylee Read
Feb 20, 2024
Team Cohesion 101: How to Establish It in Your Business
Cohesive teams get things done. Learn the basics of team cohesion, including benefits, examples, and strategies to improve it.
Jodi Monroe
Feb 19, 2024
Finding the Perfect EAC Formula for Your Project
Calculating EAC – Deciding which of four formulas to use depends on your financials, data availability, your project state, and how far along you are.
Brian Bakker
Feb 13, 2024
A Comprehensive Guide to Real Estate Project Management
Learn the art of mastering real estate project management by reading this comprehensive 8-minute guide with actionable strategies and tools.
Asir Muntasir
Feb 12, 2024
Scrum vs. Waterfall: the Ultimate Showdown
Scrum and waterfall are two popular approaches to managing projects. Learn which is best for your team in this ultimate showdown!
Haylee Read
Feb 12, 2024
How Parametric Estimating Improves Your Chances of Project Success
It’s fast and it’s accurate so why wouldn’t you use parametric estimating for your project? Here’s how to do it.
Brian Bakker
Feb 12, 2024
Fundamental Levels of Managers Explained
Explore the three levels of managers used by successful businesses and how a company’s size helps indicate the right management structure.
Carla Groenewegen
Feb 12, 2024
Accurate Project Estimations: a Deep Dive Into Bottom-up Estimation
Learn how bottom-up estimates provide more accuracy to your project cost and schedule.
Keisha Card
Feb 8, 2024
Why You Need a Corporate Vision Statement
Discover the powerful benefits of having a vision statement for your business. Use our six detailed steps to craft a compelling corporate vision.
Carla Groenewegen
Feb 8, 2024
Boost Your Revenue with AI Sales Automation
Discover the power of AI sales automation software to boost your sales efficiency and revenue. Bonus: a review of the 12 top sales automation tools.
Carla Groenewegen
Feb 8, 2024
Resource Leveling vs Resource Smoothing Made Simple
Discover the differences between resource leveling and resource smoothing and how you can apply them to your project or business.
Josue Valles
Jan 29, 2024
Resource Constraints and How to Resolve Them
Learn how to identify and overcome resource constraints to ensure successful project delivery and business operations.
Josue Valles
Jan 24, 2024
Everything You Need to Know About Legal Project Management
Start here to learn about the emerging field of legal project management and how the project management principles you already know can be applied!
Elizabeth Minton
Jan 24, 2024
Write an Effective Project Proposal in 6 Steps
Learn how to write an effective project proposal that’ll help you get the backing you need for your venture or project with this step-by-step guide.
Richard Reynolds
Jan 22, 2024
7 Project Estimation Techniques to Help Your Projects Succeed
The PMI describes it as a quantitative estimate of project costs, resources or duration. But project estimation is a bit more complicated than that.
Brian Bakker
Jan 22, 2024
When, Why, and How to Use Analogous Estimating in Project Management
Past projects are a useful guide for estimating time, costs and resources needed for a current project. That’s analogous estimating.
Brian Bakker
Jan 22, 2024
How and when to Use Project Management Crashing
There are at least ten different reasons you might need to shorten the duration of your project. Here’s how to do it without risking project failure.
Motion Blog
Jan 16, 2024
11 Project Success Criteria Examples
Discover 11 project success criteria examples that’ll define your project triumphs.
Motion Blog
Jan 12, 2024
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