The Two Minute Rule from Getting Things Done revolutionized how I check process email. I complete every action, that takes less than two minutes, associated with the current email before moving onto the next email. The most common actions are adding events in my calendar, tracking specific next actions, and replying with canned responses, via TextExpander.
Keyboard shortcuts are the engine that drives that machine. I avoid switching costs by not touching the mouse. As my muscle memory develops, I can complete more actions into that same block of time.
The small stuff is off my plate, and my mind, before I enjoy the entrée of the day.
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