Microsoft Teams has just rolled out a new feature that blends professional updates with a social media twist—meet Storyline.
With hybrid work here to stay, staying visible and connected across distributed teams is more important than ever. That’s where Storyline comes in—a space within Teams where you can share posts, articles, and updates just like you would on LinkedIn or Yammer, but directly inside your organization.
Here’s what you need to know.
What is Storyline in Microsoft Teams?
Storyline is a personal feed designed to help users:
- Share professional updates and experiences
- Follow leaders and coworkers for insights and news
- Create content that others in the organization can engage with
Unlike chats or Teams channels, Storyline is tied to individuals, giving you a dedicated space to share your work wins, reflections, lessons learned, or even shout-outs to teammates.
🛠️Key Features
- Follow Updates in Activity
You can follow coworkers and leaders in your org, and their Storyline posts will appear in your Activity feed—just like posts on a social platform.
- Post Articles and Updates
Have something to share? Storyline lets you create posts (similar to blog updates or short articles) that reach your audience and followers across the company.
- Your Storyline = Your Self Chat
Your Storyline content is viewable in your chat with self—a neat way to reflect on your personal journey or manage your posts in one place.
đź’ˇWhy It Matters
Storyline brings a new layer of internal visibility to Teams. Whether you’re:
- A manager sharing leadership updates
- A teammate highlighting project progress
- A new hire reflecting on onboarding
Storyline helps you build a digital presence and stay connected with your org beyond meetings and team channels.
Getting Started
Once enabled by your IT admin, you’ll see a prompt like the one above in your Teams app. Just click “Got it” to activate and begin sharing.
đź”’Admin Tip: Managing Storyline for Your Org
Admins can control Storyline availability in the Microsoft Teams Admin Center. If you're not seeing the option, check with your IT team—it may need to be enabled.
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Final Thoughts
Storyline brings a lightweight, human-centered way to share knowledge, updates, and personal growth moments across the organization. Think of it as your internal LinkedIn wall—right inside Teams.
Try it out, follow a few teammates, and make your first post. Your future self (and your coworkers) will thank you.
