The GTD® Virtual Study Group 085: Getting to Inbox Zero
Apr 30, 2012
Email: love it or hate it, we can't escape it! The conversation dives into achieving the elusive 'inbox zero,' tackling strategies like tagging, filtering, and the powerful SaneBox tool to combat email overload. Participants share tips on managing spam and unwanted subscriptions while also exploring the benefits of using task management tools like Evernote. The discussion emphasizes personal routines to maintain email organization and highlights methods for effective thread management, revealing that a clutter-free inbox is within reach!
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Barb's Email Struggles
- Barb has trouble managing her numerous personal email accounts due to excessive spam, even when unsubscribing.
- She gets hundreds of unwanted emails daily, especially after expressing political opinions.
Filtering Spam
- Use Gmail's "report spam" button to filter unwanted senders.
- Set up rules or filters to route specific emails to designated folders.
SaneBox for Email Management
- Try SaneBox, a paid service, to filter spam and manage emails effectively.
- It sorts emails into different folders, including a black hole for unwanted emails and a "later" folder for non-urgent messages.