Ep 109: Let Your Mind Wander with Sierra Teller Ornelas

Email Management

Managing email effectively can be a daunting task, but Kate Spencer and Doree Shafrir have developed personal strategies to tackle this challenge. Kate relies on a meticulous calendar system and finds Gmail's nudges helpful for keeping track of emails, while Doree prefers to address emails immediately to ensure nothing is missed 1. They both acknowledge that no system is perfect, but finding a method that works for each individual is crucial. Doree's achievement of reaching inbox zero for their shared account highlights the importance of adapting strategies to fit different needs 2.

I need to get out of here. So it was very stressful for me. So what I have done is I set up a forward to my personal Forever 35 podcast email, which we now have personal emails set up on our Forever 35 podcast server.

--- Kate Spencer

Kate and Doree's experiences underscore the importance of personalized systems in managing digital communication.

   

Voicemail Handling

Handling listener voicemails is another area where Doree Shafrir applies her organizational skills. She is committed to creating a system for their Google Voice messages, recognizing the importance of respecting audience contributions 3. Despite the challenges posed by Google Voice's limited labeling options, Doree is determined to find a way to categorize and manage the influx of messages they receive. Her dedication to this task reflects a broader commitment to maintaining order and ensuring that every listener's voice is acknowledged, even if not all messages can be played.

I need to really get to the bottom of this because we get so many great messages and listeners. This is too much info. But we just get like a ton about a certain topic.

--- Doree Shafrir

Doree's efforts to organize voicemails demonstrate her respect for their audience and her drive to improve their communication processes.