Instant Messaging Discord Review: a Gamer Chat That Made It Into Mainstream January 8, 2021 by Nikola Baldikov What are you looking for in your team chat app? You probably want it to be reliable, lag-free, with high-quality audio for calls and a simple design that helps you focus on conversations rather than surrounding distractions. Well, leave it to gamers to find an efficient way for teams to communicate! What started as a […] Read more »
Instant Messaging Slack vs Microsoft Teams: Which Tool is Best for YOUR Team? November 18, 2020 by Nikola Baldikov Virtual communication and collaboration spaces are a must in today’s workplace. And with advances in technology and intensifying competition, it’s a great time to be an end-user. From task management platforms to consolidated team communication tools, productive teamwork has never been easier to achieve. One of the newer players, Microsoft Teams, now boasts thirteen million daily users. And […] Read more »
Instant Messaging Best Screen-Sharing Apps and Software for Remote Collaboration May 26, 2020 by Nikola Baldikov A picture is worth a thousand words. While the adage often rings true, in the workplace a picture could drastically cut the time you spend explaining tasks, processes, issues, and information. The market for collaborative software is growing exponentially. That’s because it helps teams communicate effectively through robust instant messaging technology, but also work together […] Read more »
Instant Messaging 13 Remote Team Building Activities for a Happier and Productive Workforce April 6, 2020 by Adela Belin Rita works in a remote team. She has a wonderful team – each one of the members brings a diverse set of skills and experiences to the table. Even though she enjoys the flexibility, there are times when she feels disconnected and aloof. This is the story of almost every remote worker. Ask remote employees […] Read more »
Instant Messaging Coronavirus: Tech Tools to Keep Your Team Connected during COVID-19 April 2, 2020 by Nikola Baldikov COVID-19, commonly known as Coronavirus, has drastically altered the work landscape. The spread of the pandemic has forced companies globally to close offices and put in place immediate work-from-home measures to prevent further spread of the virus. As a result, the odds are likely that now you’re either part of a remote team or managing […] Read more »
Instant Messaging 8 Flock Alternatives for Your Team February 6, 2020 by Nikola Baldikov Enterprise communication and collaboration solutions – unlike free, consumer-grade chat apps – facilitate wider accountability, dynamic teamwork and secure, real-time communication. There are many reasons why enterprise messaging is hot! One of the hottest solutions is Flock. Born in 2014 in India, Flock is hugely popular there. Now Flock is challenging Slack, Microsoft, and other […] Read more »
Instant Messaging Discord vs Slack – Can a Gaming Chat Solve Team Collaboration? November 21, 2019 by Nikola Baldikov The field of team collaboration solutions is crowded. Some tools focus on streamlining communication channels, Others take a task management-based approach. There are hosted and self-hosted platforms, consolidated solutions, and everything in between. At the top of the pyramid, or at least until recently, is Slack. You likely know it. We’ve written plenty about it! […] Read more »
Instant Messaging The Top Skype for Business Alternatives November 13, 2019 by Nikola Baldikov In many ways, Skype has been a pioneer. Released back in 2003, Skype was one of the first to offer peer-to-peer chat and voice and video calls – and during an era of unreliable internet connections! While Skype for Business didn’t debut until 2016, its direct competition with parent-company Microsoft’s Teams platform left the tech […] Read more »
Instant Messaging The Most Capable Microsoft Teams Alternatives for Your Organization October 23, 2019 by Nikola Baldikov Communication and collaboration platforms are a crucial component of today’s office environment, boosting productivity, efficiency, and teamwork. One of the newer platforms on the market, Microsoft Teams, has become a favorite, most notably for its integration with Microsoft products. Launched in 2017, Microsoft Teams allows teams to communicate over top of Office 365 solutions like […] Read more »
Instant Messaging Bullying in the Workplace: Here’s Why It Matters and How You Can Manage It February 4, 2019 by Nikola Baldikov Bullying isn’t new. But if you’re under the impression that it’s a phenomenon limited to the classroom or the playground, consider these statistics. A 2011 survey by UNISON of 60,000 people found that nearly 60% reported either experiencing or witnessing bullying on the job. A 2017 US Workplace Bullying Survey, on the other hand, confirmed […] Read more »
