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Becca Grischow can outline an entire novel in just under an hour. You might be thinking, well that’s probably because she’s had a lot of practice. That’s true. Grischow is a Chicago-based author who has worked on more than 50 written and ghostwritten books. But there’s one other factor that makes her a storyboarding whiz: Miro.

Words and phrases lose their meaning from overuse and imprecision. Be a better communicator by cutting these particularly bad offenders.

It’s that time of year again to reflect on the past 12 months and see how much we’ve learned and grown. As you know, at Miro we love a good retrospective. Looking back, we know that our successes are the result of passionate Miro super-users — you all — who’ve shared what you’re looking for in a visual workspace for innovation.

Technology is revolutionizing the way we learn. From a school management software development company to an LMS developer—everybody is integrating the newest technological solutions into their tools, making them more efficient and attractive to customers. And in the myriad of tech instruments that are available to us today, one tool stands out as a game-changer for both educators and learners—and that is instant messaging (IM).

In the last few years, the approach to work has changed dramatically. We don’t need to work from 9 to 5 (or at least not everyone), we don’t need cubicles as much as we did in the past, and we don’t need (want) to climb the corporate ladder. Flexible hours, open spaces, and diplomatic structures are the new way of life. However, there is one thing that hasn’t changed – the need for a good team made up of people with different work styles.

Workplace communications can be fraught with difficulties. Office politics, personality clashes, and other factors can mean that communications can sometimes break down. When communication breaks down, it can have negative effects on productivity and efficiency for teams and the business as a whole. What can you do to avoid potential issues? How do you ensure that communications remain as positive as possible and that staff remain on good terms and work towards common goals?

Decision fatigue is incredibly common and surprisingly draining. Here’s why it happens and how you can reignite your energy and focus.