?? Want to conquer your to-do list? Try 'eating the frog' this year.

Plus, the method to achieve "Inbox Zero," how your whole content creation team will get product updates in real-time in 2025, and the best way to empower your team.

Welcome to The Manual Weekly – LI Edition, the can’t-miss newsletter for business leaders. You’ll find snackable bits of news highlighting emerging trends, actionable resources, and proven best practices that can help take your business to the next level.

This week’s must-reads:

• The ultimate fix for inbox overload.
• How to break up with busy in 2025.
• The best way to stay up to date on Trainual enhancements.
• And how to put the right people in the right seats.

Template of the week: A hack for zero emails

Let’s be real — your inbox can quickly become a source of stress. But what if you could keep it clean, organized, and stress-free? This Email Management: Achieving “Inbox Zero” Process Template keeps it simple — clear out unread or actioned messages and take control of your email once and for all.

Here’s your quick, four-step guide to conquer the chaos:

• Delete it. Junk emails? Gone in a click.
• Delegate it. Pass tasks to the right people and keep the convo open.
• Do it. If it takes less than two minutes, get it done!
• Defer it. Can’t handle it now? Add it to your calendar or to-do list for later.

?? Ready to take back control of your inbox and your time? Dive deeper into our Email Management: Achieving “Inbox Zero” Process Template and discover how to level up your email organization!

Check out our entire template archive of free and customizable policy, process, and role starters. New to Trainual? Get a demo.

How eating frogs will help your productivity

The holidays are behind us, and it’s time to reset. We’ve all seen the January 1st gym rush — it’s real. So, how do you make sure 2025 is different? Here’s how to power up your personal and professional game:

• Eat the frog. First thing, tackle your biggest, most daunting task. Once you've done it, the rest of your day will flow.
• Break up with busy. Learn the difference between busy and productive.?

? Busy means saying yes to everything, overworking, and chasing after tasks without focusing on real results.

? Productive?means working smarter, not harder. Prioritize what truly matters, and watch your results speak for themselves!

• Reflect to perfect. Take a moment to get honest about where your time goes. Ask yourself:? Where does your time go? Which tasks make you feel stuck? What conditions spark your productivity?

Here’s to a year that works for you. Ditch the distractions, focus on the good stuff, and watch the magic happen.

Feature updates for the whole team — right in the app

Pop quiz!

What’s the best way to stay updated on the latest Trainual features and enhancements?

Trick question. ?? There are a lot of great places you can stay informed — the Trainual Tips & Tricks page, the Trainual Community, our help center, and your inbox just to name a few.?

Now, here’s what’s new:?

You know that cute little gift box on the top right of your screen when you log in? The one you can click on to get a running list of the latest features and enhancements? It’s now visible to your Contributors and Authors!

That means whenever any of your content creators jump into Trainual to catch up on training or make updates, they’ll see exactly what’s new and how it impacts them.

The best part??

The in-app feature slideout is updated in real-time, with everything from small tweaks to major game changers. This ensures your team has the insights they need to level up training, streamline documentation, and improve processes in 2025 and beyond.?

?? See how in-app feature announcements work.

How to build a rockstar team you already have (literally)

Imagine if the Beatles swapped instruments — Paul on drums and Ringo on vocals? (Talk about a sinking Yellow Submarine! ??) Your business thrives when everyone is in the right place. We sat down with Paula Durham — VP of HH Global — to explore how to find the best-fit roles for your team members.

Here's how to put your team in a position to succeed:?

• Uncover hidden talents. Use skill assessments and observations to identify the hidden strengths of your team.
• Foster openness. Regular check-ins aren’t just meetings — they’re your ticket to creating a safe, sharing environment that empowers your team to open up about what matters to them and perform at their best.
• Invest in growth. Invest in training relevant to both current roles and potential future ones. Upskilling is not just about fixing gaps — it's about growth and building a future-proof team.
• Map career paths. Show your team the way up! Clear career paths with skill requirements boost motivation and retention. It’s a win-win: they see their future, and you build a stronger team.

Want to support your team's career development while maximizing productivity? The Delegation Planner? simplifies task management, allows for flexible reassignment, and creates opportunities for growth.

?? Discover how to get your team in perfect harmony.