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  • How to run great daily stand-up meetings

    Whether you're new to daily standup meetings or are seeking to improve your existing standups, these tips and templates straight from the Figma team can help.

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  • Sprint retrospective best practices

    Diagrams can help you run more effective (and fun!) Sprint retrospectives with your team. Learn how to improve your Sprints in just a few minutes with FigJam.

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  • How to write SMART goals (+ expert examples and tips)

    Learn how to write SMART goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. This guide breaks down each element with clear examples.

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  • How to run great daily stand-up meetings

    • Team collaboration

    Whether you're new to daily standup meetings or are seeking to improve your existing standups, these tips and templates straight from the Figma team can help.

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  • Sprint retrospective best practices

    • Team collaboration

    Diagrams can help you run more effective (and fun!) Sprint retrospectives with your team. Learn how to improve your Sprints in just a few minutes with FigJam.

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  • How to write SMART goals (+ expert examples and tips)

    • Productivity strategies

    Learn how to write SMART goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound. This guide breaks down each element with clear examples.

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  • What is a project status report?

    • Team management

    Project status reports are essential for keeping team members and key stakeholders up to date. Learn how to create a status report for free using FigJam.

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  • What is a fishbone diagram—and what can it do for you?

    • Design research

    Use a fishbone diagram to help you solve problems by understanding what’s causing them. Learn how to make one using FigJam’s fishbone diagram template.

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  • What is a swimlane diagram? How to make one for any project

    • Design research

    Learn what a swimlane diagram is, how it can clarify complex workflows, the key components of a swimlane diagram, and when to use one to improve collaboration.

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  • How to create a flow chart

    • Design research

    Having a flow chart can help visually represent actions or people in a complex situation. Read on to learn how to create a flow chart.

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  • What is a lotus diagram?

    • Design research

    Brainstorming sessions feeling scattered? Read our guide below as we walk you through our top tips for how to use the lotus diagram technique.

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  • What is the Eisenhower matrix?

    • Productivity strategies

    The Eisenhower matrix is a simple diagram that helps prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency. Learn how to make one using FigJam’s ready-made template.

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  • Process mapping guide: How to, examples, and template

    • Design research

    Discover the art of process mapping—a technique designed to show the steps of a process from start to finish. Learn how to create your own process map, along with examples and templates.

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  • How to make a concept map [guide + template]

    • Design research

    Concept maps organize and connect a set of related concepts in a simple visual diagram. Learn how to make a concept map using FigJam’s ready-made template.

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  • What is a Gantt chart? Definition, components, and examples

    • Design research

    Demystify project timelines by learning what a Gantt chart is and what it’s used for. Plus, discover how to make a Gantt chart in five simple steps.

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  • How to take meeting notes like a pro

    • Team management

    Effective meeting notes help teams align on key action items and decisions during meetings. Learn how to take better meeting notes with FigJam.

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  • What is an entity relationship (ER) diagram?

    • Design research

    Entity relationship diagrams help designers and developers collaborate on efficient, user-friendly systems. Learn how to create an ER diagram with FigJam.

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  • How to use the 5 whys: Root cause analysis explained

    • Design research

    Ready to take your brainstorming to the next level? Learn how to use the 5 whys root cause analysis method to get to the heart of a problem with FigJam.

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  • 53+ Icebreaker Ideas for a More Connected Workplace

    • Team collaboration

    Check out over 53 icebreaker ideas, activities, games, and tips that’ll help you facilitate an unforgettable team meeting.

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