Why Great Leaders Never Shift Blame
Why Great Leaders Never Shift Blame by Michael Hoffman As leaders, it’s tempting to deflect responsibility when things go wrong, especially when the mistake isn’t directly your fault. However, effective leadership is about ownership. Today, a minute error was made by a teammate in my direct report’s team. Although the error was insignificant, the learning […]
List of new features and missing features in the “New” Outlook
List of new features and missing features in the “New” Outlook by Michael Hoffman As Microsoft rolls out its New Outlook, many users are considering making the switch, but not without hesitation. While the new version introduces a few modern enhancements, it also removes a substantial number of long-standing features, making it feel more like […]
Harnessing the Potential: Unveiling the Benefits of Setting Limits on Information Consumption
Unveiling the Benefits of Setting Limits on Information Consumption by Michael Hoffman In my latest blog post, “Unveiling the Benefits of Setting Limits on Information Consumption,” I debunked the myth of information overload and emphasized the significance of establishing boundaries for our intake. Today, I will delve deeper into the advantages of embracing these limits, […]
No One Will Fix It, So YOU Better Fix It
No One Will Fix It, So YOU Better Fix It by Michael Hoffman Your IT department won’t fix it. Your employees won’t fix it. Microsoft won’t fix it – not with the New Outlook, nor with Co-pilot. What’s broken? Email. Let’s understand why it’s broken, why no one can fix it, and most importantly, what […]
Stop Stockpiling – The Art of Tackling Small Tasks with the 2-Minute Rule and Batching
Stop Stockpiling The Art of Tackling Small Tasks with the 2-Minute Rule and Batching by Michael Hoffman Many of us have developed a habit of stock-piling small tasks and decisions, thinking we’ll get to them eventually. Whether it’s not taking a decision on an email or reading a document without highlighting and putting notes in […]
Overwhelmed by Email? Inbox480 is the Game-Changer You Need!
Overwhelmed by Email? Inbox480 is the Game-Changer You Need! by Michael Hoffman Do you receive emails like these in your inbox? (All the emails in this example are “pseudo spam”) You shouldn’t be, and I’ll tell you why it’s extremely important why. If you’re receiving vendor emails, newsletters, and other non-essential communications in your inbox, […]
URGENT AND IMPORTANT: 10 Daily Tasks You Can’t Afford to Ignore
URGENT AND IMPORTANT: 10 Daily Tasks You Can’t Afford to Ignore by Michael Hoffman Managing our daily tasks effectively is crucial to maintaining productivity and seizing opportunities. As professionals, we often juggle numerous responsibilities, and failing to prioritize the right tasks can lead to immediate and significant consequences. In LeanMail training, I am often asked […]
Why Lean Leaders Are Loath to Apply Lean Best Practices to Email Management And How We Can
Why Lean Leaders Are Loath to Apply Lean Best Practices to Email Management And How We Can by Michael Hoffman There could be several reasons why lean leaders might be hesitant to upgrade email management practices. Here are a few possible factors: Lack of awareness: Lean leaders may not be aware of the available options […]
Enhance Your Sales Pipeline with Expert Insights from ChatGPT
Enhance Your Sales Pipeline with Expert Insights from ChatGPTby Michael Hoffman I reached out to a supplier recently to respectfully decline their offer. In the spirit of professionalism, I provided a rationale for our decision and left the door open for future opportunities. The reply I received was predictably intense—Eric (a pseudonym) had already displayed […]
MS Co-Pilot To The Rescue—Not Quite
MS Co-Pilot To The Rescue—Not Quite.Why LeanMail is the Real Solution for Email Management.by Michael Hoffman Co-Pilot’s Limitations for Knowledge Workers Microsoft’s Co-Pilot has garnered attention for its potential applications in various industries. However, it’s important to understand that the tool’s capabilities may not extend effectively into the realm of email management for knowledge workers […]
Cleaning Your Inbox is a Waste of Time and a Recipe for Disaster: Strategies for Efficient Email Management.
Cleaning Your Inbox is a Waste of Time and a Recipe for Disaster: Strategies for Efficient Email Management.by Michael Hoffman Cleaning out an inbox every now and then can be considered a bad practice for several reasons: It can be time-consuming: Setting aside a specific time to clean out your inbox can take a lot […]
Recognizing the Real Problem with Email: A Future Perspective
Recognizing the Real Problem with Email by Michael Hoffman If you are a leader in an organization, it could be a good idea to read this article by Maura Thomson entitled: 5 ways email costs your company. The article explores the negative impact of email on productivity and offers strategies to mitigate its detrimental effects. […]
