Treat your inbox like the waiting area of an emergency room: If you don't prioritize those needing immediate attention, “someone is going to die.” Author and workday productivity expert Michael Linenberger shares some simple rules to help get your email inbox under control. Learn the three “urgency zones” to guide your activities, quickly prioritize your day, get the right things done first, and lower your stress.

Check out his article, "Email 101: Taking Control of Your Outlook Inbox," for a simple system to cut the clutter and take control of your workday.

Linenberger presented at the 2016 Wisconsin Solo and Small Firm Conference.