The Productivity Show

Inbox Zero: Myth or Must Have? (TPS546)

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Inbox Zero is often seen as the ultimate productivity goal, but is it really necessary?

In this episode, we break down the Inbox Zero method, why it works for some but not for others, and how you can manage email overload without stressing about a perfectly empty inbox. Learn practical strategies to keep your email under control, plus Thanh & Brooks’ personal email workflows.

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  • Top 3 Productivity Resources [2:19]
  • How has the concept of Inbox Zero changed over the years? [6:43]
  • The reasons most people struggle with email [11:35]
  • Some tips to be more effective with email [19:52]
  • A simple email framework that makes a huge difference [22:00]
  • What to do if you feel you need to respond to emails quickly [26:12]
  • Are we filers or archivers? [27:23]
  • Our email workflows [31:34]
  • Universal inbox or multiple inboxes? [32:33]
    • Links:
    • Masterclass
    • Indeed
    • 25X Productivity Coaching
    • Grammarly
    • Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World
    • Inbox Detox
    • Merlin Mann Inbox Detox talk
    • Four Thousand Weeks: How to Live a Meaningful Life with Limited Time (TPS468)
    • TextExpander
    • Daylite
    • Productivity Academy
    • The Productivity Show on Youtube
    • The Productivity Show Youtube Clips
    • Become a member of TPS+
    • Take the Productivity Quiz

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