Tag: Communication

Digital communication is essential to every business in 2021, but what is the best team communication app, and what features should you be looking for?

The Microsoft mail app offers a number of useful features, but it’s not geared towards productivity. Is there a better alternative email client for Windows 10? We've compiled a roundup of the top Windows 10 email clients.

Managing your inbox can be challenging. With countless requests, projects, newsletters, and more - you need pro tips to get in control of your email inbox. Here are our top tips for managing your inbox like a pro.

Task list never seem to get finished? Look at how you spend your time. If you’re spending all day around the “digital water cooler,” you are likely wasting a lot of time.

Did you know the average user checks their email every 6 minutes? Here are the best ways to create a digital detox that suits your busy life.

There are plenty of ways for your business to streamline communication using various apps and services. Check out our roundup up of the best instant messaging apps for business.

Understanding that our brains may not always choose the most efficient way to do things can help you with your time management and overall happiness. In this article, we break down actionable steps to a better balance with time management.

Learn how to recognize Zoom fatigue, some of the most common causes, and how your business can beat it to improve the quality of your video meetings.

Learn how to write the perfect business email and push your professionalism to the next level with Spike.

Remote and hybrid terms are implementing asynchronous communication to create a calmer and more inclusive work environment for everyone. Check out how.

Let’s look at the best Google Hangouts alternatives for team communication since Google tends to change its chat and video conferencing apps quarterly.

Employees are drowning in email as they receive 100s per day. Using an email app organizer, your inbox can be automatically cleaned up so you can focus on the essential items.

Check out our comprehensive guide to effective creative collaboration and push your business to the next level with Spike.

Business communication tools are vital for organizations to implement to avoid burnout and increase employee morale.

Video conferencing has become part of our day-to-day lives, but choosing the right platform can be a nightmare! We’ve selected the best video conferencing tools for small businesses.

An outdated toolset doesn’t just slow a company down, but it can actually reduce moral and stifle innovation. A forward-thinking company needs a workspace built for modern teams that creates a distraction free environment

If you’re wanting to learn the secrets of managing email overload, check out Spike and its Priority Inbox.

Goals vs. objectives are on the same path, but the difference in how you approach each can be a significant factor in determining your success.

When done right, brainstorming is an excellent tool for overcoming organizational challenges and strengthening working relationships. Learn how to brainstorm in a practical way with Spike.

Taking notes in a meeting is one of the best ways to ensure that all that talking actually gets you somewhere. Check out tips and our productivity-boosting templates to take your meeting notes to the next level.

College life is overwhelming - between studies, work, and more. Here’s a list of productivity apps to help you stay organized in all aspects of your life.

Microsoft Teams is a major player in the world of digital team collaboration platforms. But there are others. Check out the best Microsoft Teams alternatives for your needs.

The world of freelancing can be daunting, but it offers a lot of freedoms and flexibility. If you want to ditch the 9 to 5 and step out on your own, check out advice and guidance from real freelancers right here!

Are your projects struggling to keep up with the deadlines you’ve given them? Simplify your toolkit and combine everything needed for a project into Spike’s unified Feed.

Has the recent news around WhatsApp sharing data with Facebook caused you to seek greener pastures? If you’re looking for WhatsApp alternatives, consider the features you need and the available options.

2020 has been quite the year for many reasons. Here at Spike we had a lot of exciting changes and announcements. Check out our year end wrap up and see what we have in store for 2021.

Snoozing Email, Tasks, and Notes isn’t procrastination, so don’t feel guilty about using it.

Project and task management can be complex, time-consuming, and confusing, which is why you need to find the best project management app for you!

Productivity in the digital age means you need the best project management software out there. Check out our top picks of popular task management tools to get your projects going.

Google Workspace is the 2021 version of Google’s cloud-based collaboration system that supports calendar, email, documents, and more. Check out our in-depth review and find out everything you need to know about it going into the new year.

Regardless of whether you're in virtual classes or in-person classes and practicing the proper social distancing techniques, taking notes is crucial to succeeding in your studies.

How to share files with Spike's productivity tools. The power of email with the simplicity of chat makes sharing files easier, safer, and faster.

Looking for an alternative to Hey's Imbox that lets you keep your email address? Look no further than Spike.

How to use online Notes to reduce, record and distribute information as well as to explore ideas and build concepts.

Spike Groups allow you to create group chats with non-Spike-users—all you need is email!

Spike brings together powerful communication, collaboration and productivity tools to keep you and your team at the top of your game.

Unlock the power of your most productive self with Spike. Check it out and download today, now on Mac App and Microsoft Stores.

Become the master of your workflow in an instant using these incredible Spike hacks to help you power through your day faster than ever before.

The 7 most effective productivity methods to help you achieve your goals, stay on track, and get things done!

Sometimes less is most definitely more, and when it comes to tech, digital minimalism might be the key to greater efficiency. Learn more with Spike.

With versatility, cross-platform availability, ultra-fast collaborative tools and incredible integration, Spike is a real Google Docs alternative.

GTD is a popular personal productivity system designed to free your mind from the shackles of task management—here’s how Spike can help!

Word on the street is that Google is developing a unified app for its most popular tools. We think we’ve heard it all before!

Keeping remote teams on point while still respecting work/life balances is a balancing act. Spike can help!

Using GIFs for work have the potential to enhance meaning and open up a whole new world of creative communication. Here’s how!

Student collaboration doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Discover how Spike can make the whole process more rewarding.

The current situation has called for many of us to change our daily routine––and fast. Luckily, we have everything you need perfect that work from home flow––from finding deep focus to warding off loneliness and everything in between.

Great work requires great focus, and with the remote working on the rise, find out how communication technologies are failing us; and what we can do to stem the tide.

Microsoft Teams just announced that its integrating voice memos into their suite. We think we’ve heard it all before. Check out how Spike does voice memos better!

Do you live your life in an intricate web of instant messaging apps? Here's exactly how it affects your attention span – and more importantly, your ability to handle stress.

A new dawn is here, and it’s powered by digital voice assistants. But can AI really help us be more productive or is it just another distraction?

Feeling overloaded? Forget ploughing through your to-do list and try focusing on the journey instead – for greater joy, success and meaning.

Spam email still poses a threat to internet users all over the world. Here we take a look at the definition of spam and how you can identify it.

The rising popularity of remote work is changing the face of the office. Streamline workflow and manage your global team with these tips.

Digital email signatures are a relic from a bygone era. Here’s why you should ditch yours for a cleaner email experience.

Email keeps us in touch and in-the-know. Check out more compelling stats from Spike's Workplace Communication study on how email gives us all the feels.

The best HR departments put good communication at the top of their list. Discover how Spike has got all the tools you need to streamline human resources communication.

Working with difficult team members can be challenging. Learn how to deal with difficult colleagues and ensure your professionalism never slips at work.

Learn how to improve your presentation skills and lose the public speaking anxiety for good! Spike brings you 5 top tips to rock your next speaking engagement!

Need better small business project management tools? Spike has got all your communications, scheduling, and productivity tools together—at Last.

Writing email is something of a forgotten art. However, with these simple email writing tips, you too can perfect the art of communication.

Heard email is on its way out? Quite the opposite! Explore why email communication is alive and kicking, and how teams around the world are using email to stay connected and boost productivity.

Emoji is the fastest growing language and is becoming increasingly popular in the workplace. Using emojis in email can improve communication and productivity, but it all depends on context. Learn more about the do’s and don’ts of emoji use.