Working Group Cheat Sheets

Collaboration is at the heart of NCEAS working groups—and so is efficiency. This collection of cheat sheets is designed to support interdisciplinary teams tackling complex environmental challenges. Whether you're launching your first group conversation or navigating project management in a hybrid setting, these quick-reference guides offer practical tips, conversation prompts, and technical reminders to help your group run smoothly and effectively.

Each cheat sheet includes a brief overview, why it matters, and actionable steps or templates. Topics range from authorship and data management to facilitation techniques, storytelling, and GitHub workflows.

We hope these resources save you time, spark ideas, and help your team thrive.