Honestly, even with photos and group chats, some folks just tune out. I’ve started tagging people directly in messages—harder to ignore when their name pops up. Still, you’ll always get a few who claim they missed it. Comes with the territory, I guess.
Tagging definitely helps, but I’ve noticed even then, there’s always that one person who claims they “never got the notification.” Last year, I tried using a shared spreadsheet to track tasks and deadlines—figured it’d be harder to ignore something staring you in the face. Mixed results, honestly. Some folks loved it, others never opened the doc once. Has anyone found a way to motivate those who just seem allergic to group communication? Or is it just part of the deal when you’re trying to keep costs down and can’t hire a dedicated coordinator?
Honestly, I tried color-coding a Gantt chart and even printed it out, thinking maybe the physical copy would guilt people into paying attention. Nope—one guy still claimed he “didn’t know” his tile day was up. I’ve had the best luck with texting reminders the night before, even if it feels a bit old-school. Not perfect, but at least I get fewer excuses. Maybe some folks just need that direct nudge, no matter how many tools you throw at them.
Keeping Subs On Track Without Losing Your Mind
Texting the night before is honestly the only thing that’s worked for me too. I’ve tried everything from shared calendars to those fancy project management apps, but there’s always someone who claims they missed it. I think some folks just process info better when it’s direct and personal, even if it feels a bit old-school. It’s frustrating, but you’re not alone—sometimes the simplest approach is the most reliable.
Keeping Subs On Track Without Losing Your Mind
Honestly, I’m still not convinced there’s a “right” solution for this. When we started our build, I thought the shared spreadsheet would be enough—naive, I know. The first time the drywall crew didn’t show, they claimed they never saw the update. Next time, I called them directly and, surprise, they actually arrived. But now I feel like a glorified secretary just chasing people down.
I get that some folks prefer a text or call, but it’s wild to me that in 2024, we’re still relying on last-minute reminders like it’s the only thing that works. Part of me wonders if some subs just use “missed messages” as an excuse when they’re overbooked or behind schedule. Maybe I’m cynical, but after a few no-shows you start to question it.
At this point, texting is my go-to even though it feels like babysitting adults. Not ideal, but if it keeps things moving and my stress levels down... guess it’s worth it.
