Overcoming the Challenges of Applying the Eisenhower Matrix to Email Management with LeanMail
Overcoming the Challenges of Applying the Eisenhower Matrix to Email Management with LeanMail by Michael Hoffman The Eisenhower Matrix is a well-known productivity tool that is widely used to help individuals prioritize their tasks and manage their time more effectively. However, while many people are familiar with the concept of the matrix, it is not always […]
Mail Manager’s Research Reveals Poor Email Management Affects Business Productivity, Leading to Wasted Time and Reduced Visibility
Mail Manager’s Research Reveals Poor Email Management Affects Business Productivity, Leading to Wasted Time and Reduced Visibility by Michael Hoffman A recent report by Mail Manager has found that email is still the most widely used and important communication tool in the business world. However, the lack of proper email management has a significant impact on […]
The Benefits of Next Action and Due Date Columns in Managing Interrupted Work
The Benefits of Next Action and Due Date Columns in Managing Interrupted Work by Michael Hoffman Introduction Interruptions are a common occurrence in today’s work environment, with negative effects on productivity, stress levels, and quality of work. Numerous studies have been conducted on the effects of interruptions, leading to the development of various systems to help […]
Embrace The Lean Mindset Hour by Hour
Embrace The Lean Mindset Hour by Hour Empowering Teams for Success with LeanMail by Michael Hoffman LeanMail can play a significant role in increasing acceptance of Lean principles by offering practical solutions and benefits that align with Lean methodologies. Here are ways LeanMail can contribute to increasing acceptance of Lean: Enhanced efficiency […]
What Stops People from Managing Email Better? – Common Obstacles and Solutions
What Stops People from Managing Email Better? Common Obstacles and Solutions by Michael Hoffman Many people struggle with managing their email effectively. Despite the numerous strategies and tools available, email overload remains a common problem in today’s fast-paced work environment. So, what stops people from managing their email better? One of the main reasons why people […]
Effective Email Management: Prioritizing Email Using the Eisenhower/Covey Quadrant
Effective Email Management:Prioritizing Email Using the Eisenhower/Covey Quadrant by Michael Hoffman Working by priority and then by urgency, using the Eisenhower or Stephen Covey quadrant method, is the best way to manage your email because it helps you focus on the most important and urgent tasks first. This method is based on the idea that tasks […]
Optimizing Email Management with LeanMail: A Comprehensive Solution to Email Overload
Optimizing Email Management with LeanMail:A Comprehensive Solution to Email Overload by Michael Hoffman Executive Summary: Email overload is a common issue that affects productivity and causes stress for many professionals. In today’s fast-paced business environment, managing email effectively is essential to ensure efficient communication, collaboration, and information sharing. LeanMail is a comprehensive email management solution designed […]
Mastering Productivity: How Prioritizing Important Emails Over Quantity Can Actually Boost Your Efficiency
Mastering Productivity: How Prioritizing Important Emails Over Quantity Can Actually Boost Your Efficiency by Michael Hoffman It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that being productive means getting a lot of email done. Many of us spend hours every day responding to emails, sorting through our inbox, and sending out quick replies just […]
If You Like GTD, You’ll Love LM
If You Like GTD, You’ll Love LM by Michael Hoffman If you are a fan of the methodology espoused by David Allen in his book “Getting Things Done” (GTD), you may find that you will appreciate the approach and functionality of LeanMail (LM). GTD is a system for managing tasks and projects that emphasizes the importance […]
Let’s stop taking an ad-hoc approach to email. And let’s do it intentionally.
Let’s stop taking an ad-hoc approach to email. Let’s do it intentionally. by Michael Hoffman Here’s the thing. When we enter our inbox without a fixed procedure, we are immediately faced with dozens of options regarding how we are going to manage our email. While options sound like a good thing to have, they are extremely […]
How to Save and Archive Documents Like a Pro
How To Save and Archive Documents Like A Pro by Michael Hoffman If you look up how to save a file in Google, you will get this: Follow these steps to save a document as a separate version: Select File> Save As. In the Save As dialog box, ensure that the Version option is selected. … In the Description field, enter information about the content that has changed […]
LeanMail 5.1 Has Arrived
LeanMail 5.1 Has Arrived by Michael Hoffman LeanMail 5.1 marks a major breakthrough in our development. It is our first version with our new Danish team of developers. They have gone through the code to smash literally dozens of small bugs to create a sleeker more dependable LeanMail Add-in. Also, LeanMail is now much easier to […]