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Ep. 318: Take a Break
Deep Questions with Cal Newport
Transform Your Inbox into a Functional Workflow
To effectively manage digital knowledge work, treat your email inbox like a physical mailbox from 25 years ago—a space for sorting, not storing. Instead of letting emails pile up, implement a structured system. Create role-based status lists that categorize incoming tasks into specific statuses: items needing clarification, those on the back burner, current priorities, discussion topics for meetings, and pending responses. This organized approach not only helps in tracking responsibilities but also streamlines workflow, ensuring that every piece of correspondence finds its appropriate place in your productivity system.
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