In this episode we talk about the importance of achieving "inbox zero". We share why we find it to be a regular part of our productivity and what tools, tips, and techniques we use to achieve this goal.
Overview
2:20 - Why achieve inbox zero 3:28 - What is an inbox zero 9:45 - How to cut back on the number of emails received 13:37 - How to manage emails you do receive 27:17 - Email Bankruptcy 39:18 - Closing Thoughts
Links:
Merlin Man & 43 FoldersDavid Allen & Getting Things DoneFeedlyPocketUnroll.meIFTTTEvernoteMailboxTodoistTrelloJohn’s Post on Email BankruptcyJosh’s Post on Weekly ReviewWhat NOT to do:
Leaving todo’s in your inboxLeaving read emails in your inboxUse your inbox as storage while waiting for it to be actionableWhat TO do:
UnsubscribeMark emails you don’t want to get regularly as spam if you can’t unsubscribeUse services (i.e. RSS, Read It Later) to cut back on emailsUse services (i.e. unroll.me) to manage emails you do receiveEither forward all emails to one account OR use an application to keep all emails in one placeTake information from your email and move it to a to do list if its actionableDo something with every email we getCheck email less oftenDon’t use email as an immediate response technologyUse technology to better your life, don’t let it become your life.If all else fails declare email bankruptcyWith the idea of inbox zero give yourself grace