On my trip across Europe, I have found myself observing not just the landscapes and cities, but how people live and work. Specifically, how they manage email. The contrasts reveal not only cultural habits but also how organizations can rethink their own communication practices.
Read MoreOne of the problems most busy professionals have is keeping up with all their reading. This is an important aspect of our role that many struggle to manage well. Most people tend to create a reading file or pile with the aim of getting back to it . . . but rarely do.
Read MoreThe TEA Model is a simple way to understand why we sometimes struggle to get things done – even when we’re working hard. Most of us find it difficult to have enough time, energy, and attention to keep up with our workload and commitments.
Read MoreI have so much to tell you (and show you) about my visit to the Greek island of Santorini. Take a closer look at by visit and what I learned about how email is used here, and what that means for productivity.
Read MoreThis article delves into the intricacies of how emails serve as trojan horses for tasks and meetings, the impact on professionals, and strategies for effectively managing this hidden workload.
Read MoreGreece was absolutely brilliant – especially a visit to Delphi. Click here to see my story and photos from my visit - along with my observations on “Email Usage in Greece”.
Read MoreAfter my visit to Finland, I took a ferry across the Baltic Sea from Helsinki to Tallin (about 80km), capital city of Estonia. When it comes to digital productivity, Estonia isn't just keeping up—it's leading the charge. This small Baltic nation has transformed itself into a global digital powerhouse, fundamentally changing how email management and workplace productivity operate.
Read MoreRead Wendy Cole’s article on How Your Phone is Quietly Stealing Your Focus and the quick fixes she suggests using.
Read MoreUsing a single folder to store all your email will save enormous amount of time at both the front and back ends of email storage. You’ll be quicker to file and quicker to retrieve once you learn to rely upon the power of the Search functionality in your email program.
Read MoreThis travelogue outlines some observations and insights from my thoroughly enjoyable recent trip to Finland (for both work and pleasure).
Read MoreIn a world where digital connectivity often blurs the lines between work and personal life, "right to disconnect" laws are a breath of fresh air. Click here to read more about these laws that are now in place in Australia.
Read MoreCheck out this interview I did with John Nayler on his eCentral Business Show almost 8 years ago on how to get control of your email. My business name may have changed, but my message is still the same.
Find out why Executive Assistants must embrace the follow-up mindset and be more proactive than reactive.
Read MoreFind out more about the current Timeline for Classic Outlook.
Read MoreLearn about the how the importance of the ‘First Touch’ in soccer also applies to managing your email
Read MoreMost people don’t realise that our words shape other people’s perceptions of us, especially in work emails.
Read MoreLearn about the use of the Conversation View and how to clean up long threads of email.
Read MoreHere is 2 new sample letter/emails to help you get approval for the PUP and EEE&P programs from your Executive/Employer.
Read MoreClick here to learn if it is okay to email after work hours.
Read MoreDownload this 20 Point Checklist to help you hit the ground running after Easter.
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