In this episode of The Habit Chef Podcast, I’ll share 3 preemptive measures, 3 processing tactics, and 3 advanced strategies for mastering your email and getting to Inbox Zero. Plus, your teams will work better, and you’ll accomplish more of your goals.
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Listen in, and you’ll learn:
- Why there’s an inverse relationship between email and productivity
- Why email causes us so much stress
- Which three proactive habits will eliminate most unnecessary email
- Which three processing habits will help you organize your important communications
- Which three strategies will improve your leadership and help you achieve your goals
Notes from this Episode:
Using Email to Build Relationships
Matt Kress, Relate.ly
Step One – 3 Preemptive Strikes
1. Schedule team meetings or conference calls at least weekly.
2. Quit using email as your to-do list. (Try Remember the Milk.)
3. Unsubscribe liberally.
Step Two – 3 Processing Tactics
1. Use multiple inboxes and filters to sort and group your messages.
3. Don’t play email ping-pong and reply simply to confirm receipt.
Step Three – 3 Advanced Strategies
1. Use batching.
2. Don’t check your email when you can’t act.
3. Empower others.
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