You Go, Girl Slack Setup Checklist
Your step-by-step guide to getting started with Slack, our community space.
1. Join Slack
https://yougogirlcommunity.slack.com
You can use Slack in two ways:
The Slack App (recommended for easiest access)
Your Web Browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox)
Many members choose to use both - for example, the app on your phone and the browser version on your laptop.
2. Create Your Profile/Add a photo
How to Add a Profile Photo in Slack
On your computer:
Open Slack.
Look for your small profile picture or initials in the bottom left/sidebar.
Click on it.
Click Profile.
Click Edit.
Look for Profile Photo.
Click Upload Photo.
Choose a photo from your computer.
Adjust/crop the photo if needed.
Click Save.
Then click Save Changes.
On your phone:
Open the Slack app.
Tap your profile picture or initials at the top of the screen.
Tap View Profile.
Tap Edit Profile.
Tap Edit Photo.
Choose Take Photo or Upload/Choose Photo.
Crop the photo if needed.
Tap Save.
A clear face photo is best so we can recognize each other in the group. Slack recommends profile photos be at least 512 x 512 pixels.
3. Turn On or Customize Your Notifications
Staying engaged is key to getting the most out of You Go, Girl, so I recommend turning notifications on - at least for a few channels.
Here’s how:
On the Mobile App
Tap the photo or three dots in the top right
Tap “Notifications”
Choose:
“All new messages”
Or “Direct messages, mentions & keywords”
Tap “Channel Notifications” to customize specific channels
On Desktop / Browser
Click your name or workspace name (top left)
Select “Preferences”
Click “Notifications”
Choose your global setting (all messages, mentions only, etc.)
4. Explore Your Channels
You’ll see a list on the left. Each channel serves a purpose:
master-faq - All event links, event details, group information, etc
announcements - Updates, calendar changes, important info
pop-up events- Post sweaty selfies and victories
YGG events - Info for Seattle-area Fit Zone members
Issaquah Meals - info, dates, links to serve and donate
Visit each one so you know what lives where.
Slack FAQs
Do I need to be tech-savvy to use Slack?
Not at all. If you can click a link and send a text, you can use Slack.
Do I need the app?
You don’t have to, but it does make things easier.
You can also use Slack entirely from your browser if you prefer.
Why am I not seeing notifications?
Check both device and Slack settings.
Ensure notifications are allowed on your phone or laptop, then adjust Slack’s notification preferences.
Can anyone join the workspace?
No. Only members of You Go, Girl.
What if I get lost?
Go to #master-faq - everything you need is pinned there.
You can also message Joan directly if you’re stuck - look for the DM section of Slack.
Do I have to participate in all channels?
No. Use what supports you.
Announcements and Events Channel are the only ones I recommend keeping notifications on for.
Is this replacing the Facebook Group & Messenger?
Yes. Slack gives us one organized, distraction-free home for everything YGG.