Three Reasons Why You Shouldn't Reply to Emails Immediately
I need to be honest: my email habits have slipped lately.
Turning off notifications doesn’t seem to be enough anymore. I still find myself diving into my inbox, firing off quick replies.
This post is a note to self, as much as it is a gentle nudge for you.
Constantly checking and replying to emails might feel productive, but it drains our time, focus, and energy.
When we reply immediately, we’re:
Training people to expect instant replies.
Breaking focus.
Not giving ourselves time to respond well.
Instead, let’s aim to check email a few times daily on our terms.
I’d love to know your thoughts.
