PPU 059: In Defense of Inbox Zero
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  In this episode of the Productivity Power Up podcast, we talk more about email management, specifically the concept of “inbox zero” and why I am such a proponent of it. I recently read a few articles that outlined some pretty good arguments about how it wasn’t such a great thing, but after reading (with an open mind of course!), I still come down on the side of inbox zero. In this episode, I’m going to tell you why.   Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Productivity Power Up Podcast! If you find value in our podcast and listen on iTunes, please consider leaving us a rating and review. Please note that some of the links on this page may be affiliate links and, at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through to the product using the link we have provided. We never recommend or provide affiliate links to products or services we do not use ourselves, and our ultimate goal is to provide helpful products and advice to you, our readers and listeners. Here’s what we mention in this episode: * Why Time Management Is Ruining Our Lives * Trello * Evernote * Dropbox * Instapaper Resources Used for this Episode * How to achieve inbox zero like a boss (PPU Episode 5) * The user’s guide to Inbox Zero and an ordered financial life * In two weeks, I went from 23,768 e-mails in my inbox to zero. Here’s how. Quote of the Week Be master of your petty annoyances and conserve your energies for the big, worthwhile things. It isn’t the mountain ahead that wears you out – it’s the grain of sand in your shoe. — Robert Service   Don’t miss a single episode of Productivity Power Up! Subscribe today: Thanks for listening! Vickie and Larissa
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