How many emails do you deal with each day? If you’re like most professionals, it’s well over 100—and managing them takes up more than 15 hours a week. Email was supposed to make our lives easier, but instead, it’s become a constant distraction.

Delegating email management can free up hours of your time each day, but handing over control isn’t always easy. What if important messages get missed? What if responses aren’t timely? The key is having a clear, structured process. In this month’s article, we share a step-by-step approach to effectively delegating your inbox:

1. Assess Your Current Email Workflow

2. Choose the Right Assistant

3. Develop an Email Management Playbook

4. Provide Email Templates

5. Set Up Automation and Filters

6. Train Your Assistant

7. Check In Regularly to Refine Your Process

By following these steps, you can confidently step away from your inbox and focus on the work that truly matters.

Read the full article, Email Delegation for Lawyers: 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Time, if you are ready to take control of your email.

Bonus tip: If you’re ready to stop doing ALL the work and start doing the right work, grab our step-by-step guide The Power Zone Playbook for Lawyers. You’ll get practical support to get yourself out of the grind and back to doing more of what you love. Get your copy today!

 - Karen and David