4 Ways to Get Inbox Zero
I finally did it! I got to Inbox Zero. It’s really an amazing feat if you ask me. Getting your inbox to have absolutely nothing in it. Crazy, right? Well I was able to do it this weekend. I don’t know how long it will stay that way but I feel great.
Having Inbox Zero gives you a great sense of accomplishment and relief. Not being overwhelmed by a full inbox can do wonders for your psyche. It’s a wonderful way to start the week.
Here’s a few tips to get an Inbox Zero of your own!
- Make time: You have to set aside time to go through emails and do nothing else. You can write back, delete, save for later and delegate during this time. But make sure this is the only project you are working on. Read more
Cross “Meet Giada de Laurentiis” Off My Bucket List
Me & Giada at BEA in NYC
I have to share a really fun “bucket list” item with you. I met Giada de Laurentiis! Every year I attend Book Expo America (BEA) at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in NYC for work. It’s a huge gathering of book publishers, publicists, authors, potential authors, librarians and book lovers. I set up several meetings with publishers and get the skinny on the new books coming out in the next few months so I can set up interviews. It’s always a fun and enlightening event. But this year was the best yet! Read more
List of Ways to Make the Best of Jury Duty
English: New York City – Supreme Court Deutsch: New York City – Oberstes Gericht (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
It happens to all of us at some point in our lives — we all get called for jury duty. I had to serve last week in New York City and I tried to make the most of the slightly irritating and inconvenient task. Here’s some ways that you can do the same:
Take yourself out to lunch: When do you get an entire hour to yourself to eat and relax? The thing about government agencies is that they are very strict about their break times and their lunches. They will have you out to lunch at 1pm on the dot. So take advantage! Do a little prep work beforehand and find some yummy options near the courthouse where you’re assigned. Read more