Gmail Labels - Life Changing

    I have struggled with my Gmail management for years. “Inbox Zero” is a goal, like chasing a sunset each day. I want it and it is gone. I have found a strategy that is a game changer for me.
    It has always been simple to read, move or delete incoming emails. However, there are important emails I need to hold onto for a variety of reasons. Many of those emails have an expiration shelf life. I need to keep it until Friday, but then delete. I used to label them, but then forget and they just sit there for years.
     Customizing my Gmail Labels has been a game changer. By creating a label with a special character it will be at the top of my label list. Then giving color to draw my attention as the email sits in my inbox. Finally, delete and/or move when the hold time expires. This simple process helps me so much.
Here are the step to follow as they align with the gallery photos:

• Create a new label with a special character preceding the name.
• ​Labels can be named; HOLD, APPOINTMENTS, NEEDS ATTENTION, etc.
• Give the label a unique color that makes sense to you.
• Open new email from inbox.
• Go to “Labels” icon and select the appropriate label.
• Apply the label and review inbox.
• Monitor and manage inbox each day.

    Both me and my wife use the same strategy of Gmail labels. We have both felt that email feels much more manageable and efficient. The daily and weekly inbox flow never reaches inbox zero, but does NOT turn into an inbox title wave.

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