Calling all Slack users. The communication tool none of us can live without may just become your favorite productivity sidekick thanks to the different app extensions that can transform your workflow. And with so many to choose from, here’s a list of ones we’d highly recommend.

Heads up: Free slack accounts are only able to add 10 Slack apps. If you want more, you’ll need to upgrade your Slack plan.

Another heads up: Some of these recommendations may require in-app memberships to fully function. Adding the integration will not necessarily give you access to all the features.

A third heads up: These are best paired through your desktop app, but will function from your phone.

APPS FOR CONVENIENCE: The days of jumping from window to window end now. These apps will allow you to group your day-to-day tasks all in one place. The days of jumping from window to window end now.

#1- Microsoft 365: From your email to your calendar, all your work needs will be under one app. Having Microsoft 365 linked to your Slack will allow you to receive and respond to meeting invites through Calendar, send emails to channels or direct messages through Outlook, and preview or share files through Onedrive.

Download Microsoft 365 for Slack here.

#2- Google Workspace: Similar to #1, but for Team Google. Between Gmail, Drive, and Calendar, Slack will become your hub for all things work related. No more switching between windows and tabs, because you’ll be able to receive, accept, and attend meetings, share and grant instant access to files, and coordinate email responses with teammates.

Download Google Workspace for Slack here.

#3- Zoom: Always ready for a virtual meeting. This integration will allow you to start Zoom Meetings through slack and seamlessly share your screen with a Slack channel. Zoom Whiteboards can also easily be shared onto the channels.

Download Zoom for Slack here.

APPS FOR PRODUCTIVITY: Keep the momentum by developing good habits and staying on top of your tasks, all from the comfort of your Slack app.

#1- Asana: Keep track of everything you need to get done. Having the Asana integration allows you to turn Slack messages into tasks, take action on tasks from within Slack, or create a new task without leaving Slack. You’ll also get notifications whenever anything is updated or assigned to you. Sounds like a way to ensure everything gets done.

Download Asana for Slack here.

#2- Evernote: Keep note of everything. Having Evernote in your Slack will ensure that whenever an idea pops up or you have to leave a reminder for yourself, you’ll be able to make note of it without cycling through apps or windows. You can also turn a Slack channel conversation into meeting notes by clipping all the relevant messages. You’re then, of course, able to find and share those notes directly in the app. No more “slipped my mind” here.

Download Evernote for Slack here.

#3- Scoop: Make every meeting worthwhile. Through this integration you can coordinate office days or meeting times with your colleagues by checking their calendar right in your Slack app as well as share meeting prep or agendas with all attendees. There’s also a sneaky feature that allows you to anonymously propose skipping meetings. We all know it could’ve been an email.

Download Scoop for Slack here.

APPS FOR FUN: Our HR peeps know that there’s no harm in spreading some positivity around the workplace. These apps are all for colleague interaction and engagement.

#1- Polly: This app will make engaging with employees through slack incredibly easy. Share polls, Q&As, surveys, and social games to channels on slack. Other parties will be able to immediately respond. There are also automated features like onboarding feedback, which automatically checks in with new hires.

Download Polly for Slack here.

#2- Birthdaybot: This integration will automatically send celebratory messages to employees on their birthday or their work anniversary. Just a little sentiment that may promote a positive environment.

Download BirthdayBot for Slack here.

#3- Hey Taco: This one is for employee recognition. Employees are able to celebrate and acknowledge each other’s accomplishments by sending virtual tacos to each other directly in Slack. There’s a leaderboard to spark some healthy competition and recognize positive behavior.

Download Hey Taco for Slack here.

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