Asana Use
📋 Asana Task Creation Protocol
Best Practices for Effective Task Management
✓Core Rules
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Assign to the person responsible for completion
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Switch assignee as task progresses through workflow
Important Clarification
Question: "Can I assign a task to myself if I'm responsible for completing it but someone else is documenting it?"
Answer: YES! The rule simplified:
The person responsible for completing the task at the time it is entered should be the Assignee — even if it is you.
📝 Example Workflow:
Step 1: Task created → Assign to John (responsible for initial work)
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Step 2: John completes work → Reassign to Sarah (responsible for review)
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Step 3: Sarah reviews → Reassign to Mike (responsible for final approval)
👤 Self-Assignment Example:
Scenario: You create a task that you will complete yourself
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Action: Assign the task to yourself (you're responsible for completion)
🎯 Key Principle: Always assign to whoever is currently responsible for moving the task forward