#13 How Meetings and Email Are Wasting Your Time (And What to Do About It)

Meetings that should’ve been emails. Emails that spiral into endless “reply all” chains. If you’ve ever felt like your productivity is being hijacked by these time-wasters, this episode of the Wholistic Productivity Podcast is for you.I break down why meetings and email are two of the biggest productivity killers—and more importantly, how you can take back control of your time. You’ll learn:Why poorly run meetings drain both time and moneyWhen meetings are actually useful (and how to make them productive)Practical strategies for setting agendas, limiting participants, and driving actionHow email eats up hours of your week without you realizing itThe worst email habits (looking at you, “reply all”)Simple systems to check email less, cut down on back-and-forth, and stay focusedProductivity doesn’t mean cramming in more—it means working smarter, with intention. Meetings and email aren’t going away anytime soon, but with the right approach, you can stop them from running your day.🎧 Tune in now and start reclaiming your time.🔗 Show LinksEpisode 10 - Why we're not productive, Part 1Episode 11 - Why we're not productive, Part 2The article from my blog: Email is killing your productivity. 3 Smart habits to take back your timeResearch Links - How much time do your employees spend checking emails?4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferris in Hardcover and Kindle (These are affiliate links that provide a small commission when you make a purchase. It does not affect your price).Chapters00:00 Introduction02:42 Identifying Major Productivity Killers03:34 Death by Meetings06:15 Meeting Clarity 10:33 Keep it Small12:18 Death by Inbox15:37 Email Etiquette22:36 Multiple Email Addresses?25:29 Email Tools and Automation28:00 Takeaways and ConclusionThis episode is sponsored by Efficient.appDon't waste time searching for the best software. Let the experts at efficient.app do it for you. They have tons of "No BS" reviews on all kinds of software so you'll always get an honest recommendation. When you're ready to buy they offer discounts as well. So check them out next time you are looking for new software! This episode is sponsored by Little Golden ShepherdIf you're looking for an all-natural remedy to manage your muscle, joint, and nerve pain, check out Little Golden Shepherd butters. Made with herbs and natural oils, LGS butters are a great natural alternative for pain. Use this link & the promo code "wholprod" to save 15% on your first order. Experience relief, naturally.Support the showJoin the free Wholistic Productivity community on Skool