Slack Cheat Sheet (Updated for Goal and Task Management)

Profile and Communication Standards:

• Username Standards: Use your real name in lowercase (e.g., kamal).
• Professional Conduct: Always communicate professionally on Slack.

Using Canvas for Goal and Task Management:

• Quarterly Goals:
  • Familiarize yourself with the company's quarterly goals.
  • Align your personal and team objectives with these quarterly goals.
• Weekly Task Setting:
  • Use the Canvas feature in Slack at the start of each week to set your individual tasks.
  • Ensure these tasks are steps towards achieving the quarterly goals.
• Daily Action Items:
  • Break down your weekly tasks into daily action items.
  • Each action item should be a manageable activity that can be completed within 3-4 hours.
  • Update your Canvas daily with these action items and any progress made.
• Continuous Canvas Updates:
  • Keep your Canvas consistently updated with changes or progress in your tasks and goals.
  • Your performance will be evaluated based on these updates and how well they align with the quarterly goals.

Friday Reflections:

• Weekly Review:
  • At the end of each week, use the Reflection section in Canvas to assess your weekly accomplishments and challenges.
  • Reflect on the alignment of your work with the team’s and company’s broader objectives.
• Adjustments for Next Week:
  • Based on your reflections, adjust your upcoming week’s tasks and goals to better align with the overall quarterly objectives.

Learning Resources for Slack:

• Slack Guide on Using Canvas (specific to goal and task management)
• Setting and Managing Goals in Slack
• Slack Video Tutorials (with emphasis on Canvas and project management)