Company
Date Published
June 23, 2024
Author
Ellie Huizenga
Word count
1094
Language
English
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None

Summary

You can automate your way into meetings by setting up a Zap that sends a Slack notification before scheduled events on your Google Calendar, ensuring you and your team are ready for the next meeting. You can create this automated workflow using Zapier's workflow automation software without needing to code. To set it up, first create a trigger in Google Calendar for when an event starts, then connect your account and customize the settings as needed. Next, set up an action in Slack where you send a channel message with customizable text, including formatting options and data from the Google Calendar event. Finally, test the Zap to ensure everything is working correctly before using it. You can also create private direct messages for personal events or explore more workflows like this on Zapier's integrations page.