🎉 Today, I want to share something a bit different.
I joined #Perfitt in 2022, and I wanted to integrate the best practices I had learned from my previous workplaces into Perfitt before they faded from memory. 💡
I proposed and led an internal task force called "Fitple & Culture" (Fitple is our nickname for Perfitt members). I participated in two cohorts, and while there's too much to cover, I'll share one key insight from the first cohort about "how to work efficiently."
Perfitt use #Slack as one of our main tools. When I joined, it seemed to be used merely as a messenger. My previous job utilized Slack very effectively, so I had some suggestions. Here are a few:
1. Profile Settings 📝
Back then, profile settings were inconsistent. It was hard to mention people by name, and there was no clear indication of their roles or responsibilities. We standardized the profile format and ensured all employees updated their profiles.
2. #Channels 📢
One major issue was the excessive use of DMs. It was difficult to track work progress, and repeating conversations was painful. Some days, there were no messages in the work channels from morning till evening. Fortunately, this is a thing of the past now. We organized necessary work and team-specific channels, such as performance sharing, work tips, general inquiries, industry news, and various notifications.
3. #Threads and Mentions 🔔
For those familiar with Slack, using threads is second nature. However, at Perfitt, there was no thread usage, and conversations were cluttered in the channels. Threads help keep discussions on the same topic organized. We also emphasized the use of mentions to ensure timely responses, creating a culture of quick and efficient communication.
4. Status Sharing 📅
We used the on-off channel to share availability, special work circumstances, and working hours.
Now, seeing Fitples using Slack efficiently makes me proud to have contributed to our work efficiency. Thanks to everyone who participated in the Fitple & Culture TF. 🙌
#WorkEfficiently #TeamCulture #SlackTips #FitpleAndCulture #WorkSmart