Week 1: Email Prioritization and Efficiency (90 minutes)
Session 1
✔ Introduction to LeanMail principles
✔ Understanding the impact of email overload on productivity
✔ The 5 D's of Email Management: Delete, Delegate, Do, Defer,
and Diminish
and Diminish
✔ Implementing the Two-Minute Rule
✔ Tips for writing effective subject lines and emails for
faster responses
Session 2
✔ Identifying and categorizing email tasks by urgency
and importance
and importance
✔ Introduction to the Eisenhower Matrix for email prioritization
✔ Applying the 4D method (Delete, Delegate, Defer, Do) with the Eisenhower Matrix
✔ Setting up email filters and labels for efficient organization
✔ Strategies for maintaining an empty inbox
Week 2: Email Planning and Archiving (90 minutes)
Session 3
✔ Time blocking: Allocating specific time for email management
✔ The Pomodoro Technique for focused email processing
✔ Using Gmail's Snooze feature for email reminders
✔ Understanding how to manage Cc: and Bcc: emails as a sender and receiver
✔ Reducing distractions and interruptions during email work
Session 4
✔ Introduction to archiving and email storage options
✔ Organizing emails using Gmail's labels and folders effectively
✔ The art of effective search and retrieval of archived emails
✔ Maintaining a well-structured email archive for future reference
✔ Managing attachments and large files
Week 3: One-on-One Coaching (30 minutes)
Session 5
✔ Individualized feedback on participants' email management techniques
✔ Addressing specific challenges and questions
✔ Personalized tips for improved productivity and time management
✔ Fine-tuning strategies learned during the course
Course Conclusion
At the end of the LeanMail course, participants will have developed a comprehensive set of skills and strategies to manage their Gmail inbox efficiently. They will be equipped to handle email overload effectively, prioritize tasks, plan their email-related activities, and maintain a well-organized email archive. With these newfound skills, participants can significantly boost their productivity and achieve a more streamlined workflow in their professional and personal lives.
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