Unstick Blocked Work Immediately
Blockers trigger your problem-solving character to map dependencies and brainstorm workarounds, so you move forward instead of waiting
Trigger
Issue Updated Trigger
Triggered when an issue is updated. For example labels are changed, issue status is changed, etc.
Action
Get Public Character By ID
Tool to retrieve a public character by its id. use when you need to fetch details of a single public character by providing its unique id.
Why this helps
Blocked work creates paralysis; finding the right person or workaround becomes a separate task that doesn't happen
- Blockers become solvable problems, not dead ends
- Workarounds surface faster than waiting
- Dependencies get mapped without extra meetings
- Team can pivot quickly instead of stalling
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Set up Linear and Chatfai connections in Notis (one-time)
- 2Create new automation: 'Blocker Resolution'
- 3Write prompt: 'When an issue status changes to blocked in Linear, engage my problem-solving partner. Have them identify dependencies, suggest workarounds, and recommend who to contact for unblocking.'
- 4Select trigger: 'Issue Updated' from Linear
- 5Test by marking an issue as blocked and reviewing the solution suggestions
Questions about this workflow
How does the partner know what's blocking the work?
Chatfai receives the issue description and status from Linear. Your prompt can ask the partner to request clarification if the block reason isn't clear.
Can the partner suggest external dependencies?
Yes. Include context about your typical blockers (waiting on design, pending API response, etc.) in your prompt setup, and your partner suggests solutions based on your patterns.
What if there's no workaround?
Your partner will identify that clearly and suggest communication steps to escalate or track the dependency externally.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Linear to Chatfai. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Linear triggers
Chatfai actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Get Public Character By ID
Tool to retrieve a public character by its id. use when you need to fetch details of a single public character by providing its unique id.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
Comment Received Trigger
Triggered when a comment is received.
Issue Created Trigger
Triggered when a new issue is created.
Issue Updated Trigger
Triggered when an issue is updated. For example labels are changed, issue status is changed, etc.
Private Team Comment Created
Fires when a new comment is posted on an issue in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).
Private Team Issue Created
Fires when a new issue appears in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).
Private Team Issue Properties Updated
Fires when properties on an issue change in a private Linear team (polled with the connected user's token).
Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Linear and Chatfai, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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