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Background
An average knowledge worker today operates in an ecosystem of digital tools, including:
We work and live in these tools. They are used for discussions, planning, communication, action, etc.
Each of these tools are where "action items" or "tasks" originate.
For instance, tasks can originate from a Slack message where a teammate assigns a new project task, or from an email where a client requests a report. These scattered action items contribute to the chaos of managing multiple responsibilities.
What does a knowledge worker want?
As a knowledge worker, the goal is to ensure a 100% hit rate on all assigned tasks or tasks that need to be completed. The most crucial prerequisite for achieving this is to ensure that everything is CAPTURED.
No Source of Truth
Since action items/tasks are scattered across various tools, there is no single source of truth to refer to for a holistic view of what's on your plate and what needs to be done.
Product Framework/Philosophy
Capture Everything
The core value proposition of our product is to enable users to capture tasks on the fly from wherever these tasks originate. We achieve this through two key features:
Quick Capture Shortcut: Similar to the Spotlight shortcut, we provide users with a quick capture shortcut. This allows users to instantly capture tasks without disrupting their workflow. This is useful during meetings, discussions etc
Third-Party Integrations: We integrate with third-party tools like Slack and email to funnel tasks from these sources into our platform. This centralizes all tasks in one place.
All captured tasks are by default directed to the Inbox section of our product.
Inbox is like a brain dump of everything you need to get done.
Process Everything
Process Everything
Once you have captured all the action items, the next step is to process them to achieve Inbox Zero. This is where you plan and organize your tasks.
Inbox Zero
The concept of Inbox Zero is about regularly processing your inbox to keep it empty or nearly empty. This prevents tasks from piling up and becoming overwhelming.
How do we help users get to inbox zero?
Adding Task Attributes
When processing tasks, ensure each one has all necessary attributes to make it actionable.
Attributes to Add:
Time Blocking and Calendar Integration
Time blocking helps manage your schedule effectively. By allocating specific blocks of time for tasks, you can enforce when it needs to be done.
How do we help our users with time blocking?:
Today View
The Today View is designed to help focus on tasks planned for the current day. It consolidates all tasks scheduled for today, allowing users to prioritize and tackle them efficiently.
Features of the Today View:
Other Features of the Product
Rough Roadmap
Feature Name
Description
Docs
Similar to the doc you are reading right now, you can create tasks within docs as well which will show up in Inbox
Calendar
Drag and drop tasks on the calendar, manage and visualise your calendar ( this will be a huge build and might have it’s own unique feature sets)
Quick Capture Tasks
Shortcut to open a quick capture tool similar to Apple Spotlight to capture your tasks in natural language
Command K
Command K within the product to navigate it
Kanban View
Quick Capture Content
Similar to Lazy.so
People
Sort of a mini personal CRM
Share availability on calendar
Similar to Calendly
Daily Startup and Shutdown
Start in the morning by reviewing all tasks that need to be done, end day with review of what got done and what's left
Reports and Analytics
Get automated reports on progress made sent to slack and email
Get analytics on how you are performing against your tasks
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