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# [Boost Your Productivity with Microsoft Teams Chat with Self](https://www.knowledgewave.com/blog/microsoft-teams-chat-with-self)

 Written by [Dave Dec](https://www.knowledgewave.com/blog/author/dave-dec) | May 17, 2023

I've discovered a game-changing feature in Microsoft Teams that has quickly become a favorite of mine - The Microsoft Teams 'Chat with Self' feature. I use it daily, and I'm thrilled to share how it has revolutionized my note-taking process with you.

### Fast & Easy

First, I have always been an old-school pencil-to-paper writer. Now, I find the new Teams 'Chat with Self' feature a better tool because it is faster and easier for me to take notes compared to handwriting. Along with that, I can edit my notes quicker than scratching or erasing my errors. 

### Access Anywhere

Another huge benefit is Microsoft Teams is easy to access from any device, anywhere, at any time. As long as I am connected to the cloud, I can access the Microsoft Teams app. With the Teams App on my mobile device, I can use the 'Chat with Self' to take notes on the go. When I travel, walk the dog, or just remember something I want to investigate later, I can just click on the app on my phone and make some quick notes. If I am walking, flying, or in a meeting, when ideas come to me, I can quickly add them to my 'Chat with Self' without having to remember to add them to my notebook later. No more frustration trying to remember, “Now what was I thinking about earlier?” 

### Microsoft Teams Integration

Also, because it is in Teams, I can take those notes and easily integrate or copy them into what I am writing. I can tie my notes to a Task, or my Calendar, or even add a file to them. I can use my own pictures in my presentations so now I can take a picture and save it right to my OneNote, either as a note in the chat or as a file in my self-chat.

Even though this Teams feature is designed for my personal use, I can still integrate with my work team by sharing my notes with another user or sharing it with a team. I do not have to re-write my thoughts and send an email or even a separate chat. The ability to quickly and easily share my thoughts is a major benefit. If I do want to keep my thoughts to myself, I can. I am the one who chooses whether or not I want to share these private notes with the rest of my team members in other work areas within Microsoft Teams.

I can even share my Loop Components with my Team members within the 'Chat with Self' feature. KnowledgeWave members can see more in our Loop on-demand webinar video:

**Microsoft Live Lists: Loop Components**

### Safe & Secure

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, I know my Teams environment is secure, and therefore, so are the thoughts that I jot down in my Teams 'Chat with Self'. Due to Microsoft 365 Multi-factor Authentication, data encryption, and secure cloud computing, I know my ideas and notes are safe. 

I personally cannot say enough about Microsoft Teams 'Chat with Self' feature. Microsoft Teams 'Chat with Self' has transformed the way I work and collaborate. I encourage you to give it a try and experience the excitement of increased productivity firsthand. I hope you try it, and that it excites you to do more work and collaboration as I do!

 

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