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Harriet Payne

Asana Complete Beginners Course - A Practical Guide to using Asana as a Project Management Tool

Do you want to manage your own independent project but you’re worried you don’t have a project manager or any project management experience? Then using Asana will allow you to create a project plan and perform the ongoing management of your project without the need for a project manager or even any previous experience of creating or managing projects.

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Asana Complete Beginners Course - A Practical Guide to using Asana as a Project Management Tool

Do you want to manage your own independent project but you’re worried you don’t have a project manager or any project management experience? Then using Asana will allow you to create a project plan and perform the ongoing management of your project without the need for a project manager or even any previous experience of creating or managing projects.

Or maybe you work for a company which uses Asana and you’d like to learn how to use it in more detail or get your head around where all those notifications are coming from. Then this course will also allow you to understand the ins and outs of Asana and how you are being assigned work.

This course is a practical follow along course meaning you will be able to sign up for Asana straight away and start creating your own project plans in real time as I show you how to do it.

I am a full time project manager and have years of experience managing projects on Asana and will be able to share with you not only the basics but also my recommendations, and tips and tricks which will allow you to make the most of Asana and also manage your project with optimal efficiency.

After taking this course you will:

  • Sign up for Asana

  • Create and manage your own workspaces and projects

  • Create different views and portfolios

  • Be a pro at setting up and using rules

  • Manage multiple systems effectively using apps

  • Expertly lead your team through your project

  • Resource effectively

  • Communicate productively as a team

Whether it be using Asana as a team member or to fully manage your own project or organisation this course will give you everything you need to be a success on Asana. Take this course today, and begin your journey to having a full fledged project managed on Asana.

Are there any course requirements or prerequisites?

No previous experience required

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone looking to learn how to use Asana from scratch

  • Anyone looking to learn more information on how Asana works

  • Anyone looking to learn how to manage a project on their own with no previous experience of project management

This course comes with a 30 day money back guarantee.

If you have any further questions you can contact me at hpaynecourses@gmail.com

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • Using asana to create and manage teams and projects
  • Independently manage your projects with no project management experience
  • Integrate asana with other systems
  • Resource your team effectively using appropriate time tracking functions
  • Track project progress and efficiency

Syllabus

Introduction
Getting Started
Signing Up
The Main Menu
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Getting Started Quiz
Creating Your First Project
First Things When Creating a Project
Writing Tasks
Customising Your Fields
Task Details
Setting Project Status
Creating Your First Project Quiz
Project Views and Tools
List vs Board
Timeline
Calendar
Dashboard
Messages
Forms and Files
Project Views and Tools Quiz
Portfolios and Goals
Portfolio Overview
Portfolio Timeline
Portfolio Progress
Portfolio Workload
Goals
Portfolios and Goals Quiz
Rules and Apps
Rules
Apps
Rules and Apps Quiz
Tying Things Up
Covering off the Admin
Wrap Up
Tying Things Up Quiz
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Reporting
Goals and More

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Asana: Project Management on Asana with these activities:
Review Project Management Fundamentals
Reviewing project management fundamentals will provide a solid foundation for understanding how Asana implements these concepts.
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  • Read articles or watch videos on project management methodologies.
  • Familiarize yourself with key project management terms.
  • Take a short quiz to test your understanding of project management principles.
Explore Advanced Asana Features Tutorials
Following advanced tutorials will help you discover hidden features and optimize your Asana workflow.
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  • Search for tutorials on specific Asana features like reporting or integrations.
  • Follow along with the tutorials, applying the steps to your own Asana projects.
  • Experiment with different settings and configurations to find what works best for you.
Create a Personal Project in Asana
Starting a personal project allows you to apply the course's teachings in a practical, low-stakes environment.
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  • Define a project with clear goals and deliverables.
  • Create tasks and subtasks in Asana to break down the project into manageable steps.
  • Assign due dates and dependencies to tasks.
  • Track your progress and make adjustments as needed.
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Read 'Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager'
Reading this book will provide a broader understanding of project management principles, complementing the practical skills learned in the Asana course.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'Project Management for the Unofficial Project Manager'.
  • Read the book, focusing on chapters relevant to your current projects.
  • Apply the concepts learned in the book to your Asana projects.
Document Your Asana Workflow
Documenting your workflow will solidify your understanding of Asana and help you communicate best practices to others.
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  • Outline your current Asana workflow, including project setup, task management, and reporting.
  • Create a written guide or video tutorial explaining your workflow.
  • Share your documentation with others and solicit feedback.
Read 'Making Work Visible: Exposing Time Theft to Optimize Work & Flow'
Reading this book will help you identify and eliminate inefficiencies in your Asana workflows, leading to improved productivity.
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  • Obtain a copy of 'Making Work Visible'.
  • Read the book, paying attention to the concepts of time theft and workflow optimization.
  • Analyze your Asana projects for potential time theft issues.
  • Implement strategies from the book to improve workflow visibility and efficiency.
Help Others on Asana Forums
Helping others will reinforce your knowledge and expose you to different use cases of Asana.
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  • Find online forums or communities dedicated to Asana users.
  • Browse the forums for questions or issues that you can help with.
  • Provide clear and helpful answers to other users' questions.

Career center

Learners who complete Asana: Project Management on Asana will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Reading list

We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Asana: Project Management on Asana.
Focuses on visualizing work and identifying bottlenecks, which aligns with Asana's capabilities for task management and workflow visualization. It provides strategies for improving team efficiency and optimizing project flow. It useful reference tool.
Provides practical guidance for individuals managing projects without formal training. It covers essential project management skills and techniques. It is particularly useful for those who are new to project management and want to learn how to effectively manage projects using tools like Asana. This book serves as a valuable reference for understanding the underlying principles of project management.

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