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Slack UI Makes Logout and Workspace Navigation Nearly Impossible

Slack users consistently struggle to find logout options and navigate between multiple workspaces, with some reporting it takes 15+ minutes. The cluttered interface conflates accounts, workspaces, invites, and events without clear separation. This friction is particularly acute for users managing several employer workspaces.

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