Before You Begin
If you cannot see the Ideas feature, your organisation
may not have it activated.
Why Your Vote Matters
Voting on ideas is important because:
Your input influences decision-making
Decision-makers see which ideas have strong support
Popular ideas are more likely to be implemented
Your voice contributes to organisational improvements
Every vote helps shape what happens next.
How to Vote on an Idea
Step 1: Find Ideas to Vote On
Access the Ideas Section
Click Ideas in the sidebar
Browse the Ideas feed
Quick access: Navigate directly to the Ideas section using the main menu.
Find Relevant Ideas
Filter ideas by:
Status (open for voting, closed, decided)
Category (workplace, wellbeing, technology, etc.)
Groups (your department, location, team)
Challenges (specific organisational challenges)
Sort ideas by:
Most recent
Most popular
Closing soon
Your groups
Use filters to:
Focus on ideas relevant to you
Find ideas closing soon that need votes
See ideas in your department or location
Step 2: Review the Idea
Before voting, read:
The idea title
The full description
Who submitted it
Which groups it's relevant to
Existing comments and discussion
How many people have already voted
Take time to understand what's being proposed.
Step 3: Cast Your Vote
At the bottom of each idea, you'll see three voting buttons:
👍 Yes - I Support This Idea
Choose this when:
You think the idea is good
You'd like to see it implemented
You agree with the proposal
You believe it would benefit the organisation
What happens:
Your vote is counted as support
Your name appears as a supporter
The idea creator is notified
❌ No Opinion - I'm Neutral
Choose this when:
You don't have a strong view either way
You need more information to decide
The idea doesn't affect you
You're uncertain about the proposal
What happens:
Your vote is recorded as neutral
You're counted as having participated
No strong signal of support or opposition
👎 No - I Don't Support This Idea
Choose this when:
You disagree with the idea
You think it shouldn't be implemented
You believe there are better alternatives
You have concerns about the proposal
What happens:
Your vote is counted as opposition
Your name appears as opposing
The idea creator is notified
Best practice: If you vote No, consider leaving a comment explaining your concerns constructively.
After You Vote
What you'll see:
Your name listed under your voting choice
Other colleagues who voted the same way
Total vote counts for each option
You can:
See who else voted and how they voted
Change your vote if you change your mind
Leave a comment to explain your vote
Follow the idea to track updates
Changing Your Vote
Can I Change My Vote?
Yes, you can change your vote while voting is still open.
To change your vote:
Find the idea you voted on
Click a different voting button
Your vote updates immediately
Your vote can be changed as many times as you like before voting closes.
Following Ideas Without Voting
What Does Following Mean?
Following an idea means you'll receive notifications about it without committing to a vote yet.
You might follow an idea if:
You're interested but need more information
You want to see how others vote first
You want to monitor the discussion
You're waiting for questions to be answered
How to Follow an Idea
Find the idea you want to follow
Click the three dots in the top right corner
Select Follow
You'll now receive notifications about comments, votes, and decisions without having voted yourself.
Unfollow an Idea
To stop receiving notifications:
Click the three dots in the top right corner
Select Unfollow
Commenting on Ideas
Why Leave Comments
Comments help by:
✅ Sharing your perspective and experience
✅ Explaining your vote (especially important for No votes)
✅ Asking clarifying questions
✅ Suggesting improvements or alternatives
✅ Providing relevant information others might not know
✅ Building on the idea with additional thoughts
Good comments strengthen ideas and help decision-makers understand context.
What Makes a Good Comment
Share useful information:
"We tried something similar last year and it worked well"
"This would really help our team with [specific problem]"
"I have concerns about [specific aspect] - have you considered [alternative]?"
Ask clarifying questions:
"How would this work for remote employees?"
"What's the estimated cost of implementation?"
"Who would be responsible for managing this?"
Suggest improvements:
"Great idea! What if we also included [additional element]?"
"This could be even better if we [suggestion]"
"Have you considered doing it this way instead: [alternative approach]?"
Provide context:
"We already have a similar process that could be adapted"
"This aligns with our department's goals for this year"
"There's a company policy that might affect this: [relevant policy]"
What to Avoid in Comments
Don't be negative without being constructive:
❌ "This is a terrible idea"
✅ "I'm concerned this might not work because [reason]. What if we tried [alternative]?"
Don't dismiss without explanation:
❌ "No way"
✅ "I don't think this would work for our team because [specific reason]"
Don't make it personal:
❌ "You clearly don't understand how things work"
✅ "I think there might be some aspects that need more consideration, such as [specific aspects]"
Keep it professional:
Stay focused on the idea itself
Be respectful of different opinions
Provide constructive feedback
Support your points with reasons
How to Comment
Find the idea you want to comment on
Scroll to the comment box at the bottom
Type your comment
Click Post or Submit
Your comment appears immediately under the idea.
Who Sees Your Comment
People who receive notifications:
The idea creator
Anyone who voted on the idea
Anyone following the idea
Anyone mentioned in your comment
People who can see comments:
Anyone with access to the Ideas section
Colleagues viewing the idea
Engaging with Discussion
Responding to Comments
You can reply to other people's comments to:
Answer their questions
Continue the discussion
Address concerns
Share additional information
Good responses:
Answer questions directly
Provide specific examples
Acknowledge concerns
Keep the conversation constructive
Mentioning Colleagues
You can mention colleagues in comments to:
Get their attention on relevant ideas
Ask for their expertise
Include them in discussion
How to mention someone:
Type @ followed by their name
Select them from the list that appears
They'll receive a notification
Example: "@Sarah Smith - You mentioned wanting improvements to this process. What do you think of this idea?"
Upvoting Comments
If your organisation has enabled comment upvoting:
Click the upvote button on helpful comments
Show agreement with well-made points
Help surface valuable contributions
Notifications You'll Receive
Vote and Comment Notifications
You'll be notified when:
Someone comments on an idea you voted on
Someone replies to your comment
Someone mentions you in a comment
An idea you're following receives updates
Voting closes on an idea you participated in
A decision is made on an idea you voted on
Notification types:
In-app notifications (within Mo)
Email notifications (depending on your settings)
Managing Notification Preferences
Check your Mo notification settings to control:
Which idea notifications you receive
Whether you get emails or just in-app notifications
How frequently you're notified
Viewing Your Voting Activity
Find Ideas You've Voted On
To see ideas you've participated in:
Go to the Ideas section
Use filters to show:
Ideas you've voted on
Ideas you're following
Ideas you've commented on
This helps you:
Track ideas you care about
See voting outcomes
Review decisions made
Find previous discussions
What Happens After Voting Closes
Voting Period Ends
When voting closes on an idea:
✅ No more votes can be cast
✅ Comments may still be allowed (depending on settings)
✅ All participants receive a notification
✅ The idea moves to decision-making stage
Decision-Making Process
After voting closes:
Decision-makers review the idea
They consider vote counts and comments
They evaluate feasibility and impact
They make a final decision
Possible outcomes:
Approved for implementation
Under consideration for future
Not proceeding with explanation
Needs more information or refinement
Receiving the Decision
When a decision is made:
All voters receive notification
Decision and explanation are posted
Idea status updates
Further discussion may continue
Common Questions
Do I have to vote on every idea?
No. Vote on ideas that are relevant to you or that you have an informed opinion about. It's better to vote on fewer ideas thoughtfully than many ideas without consideration.
Can I see who voted what?
Yes. You can see the names of colleagues who voted Yes, No Opinion, or No. This transparency helps you understand who supports or opposes ideas.
What if I don't understand an idea?
Ask questions in the comments. The idea creator and other colleagues can provide clarification. You can also choose "No Opinion" if you remain uncertain.
Should I explain my vote?
It's helpful to explain Yes votes and especially important to explain No votes constructively. Comments provide valuable context for decision-makers.
Can I vote on my own idea?
Check your organisation's settings. Some allow it, others don't. If allowed, voting on your own idea shows your continued support.
What if voting has closed?
Once voting closes, you cannot cast or change votes. However, you may still be able to comment depending on your organisation's settings.
Do all ideas get implemented?
No. Decision-makers consider votes, comments, feasibility, resources, and strategic priorities. Not all ideas can be implemented, but all input is valuable.
Can I submit an alternative idea?
Yes. If you think there's a better approach, you can submit your own idea and reference the original in your description.