An empty inbox. It’s what we all strive for. In fact, wouldn’t we all love it if every company was like the French technology company Atos and banned email?! Seriously!
Until then, we can all do our fair share and ask ourselves, “Do I really need to send this email?” And here’s a infographic to help us make that decision.
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Got any tips for managing your email? Share them in the comments.
Nancy Kick says
Sharlyn, this is GREAT! I certainly don’t think it’s a distraction. Our CEO and I were just talking about how to lower the overall number of emails we are receiving. Simply thinking about who needs it and why you’re sending it is a really good start if you ask me.
Sharlyn Lauby says
Thanks for the comment Nancy. Enjoy the weekend!
Danny says
Great timing on this for me. I just conducted a anti-harassment class and email communication was involved. The same principles apply. Thank you.
Sean says
Infographics are great! The logic of the flow just makes sense, with so much information overload, limiting the number of emails you send will reduce the risk of them getting tossed aside. I have quite a few coworkers set in an “other” category using outlook so I don’t even get their emails. Why? because they send way too many, and they are never important.
Sharlyn Lauby says
Thanks for the comment Sean. One trend I’m seeing in my own email is more communications via Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. Less email overall. I’d be interested to know if anyone else is experiencing the same.