What if email could speak?

Yes, I realize that there are many text-to-speech programs that could read my email to me, but would they change the way I handle incoming and outgoing messages? If A&E had a show called 'Email Hoarders', I would likely be a candidate... at least in my own mind. I treat my email client somewhat like my kitchen counter with the various piles... there's a pile that needs immediate attention and a few other piles that either need to be filed or have coupons I might want later. Of course if those piles are not actually filed or used, the counter gets covered with paper and is rendered useless as a kitchen counter.

Here are some tips to keep your email client (and kitchen counter) useful:
* Begin with cleanup efforts using the DELETE button
* Use Filters and Folders to organize and sort email
* Maintain your email with this philosophy: "Read and Delete"
* Prioritize email using labels or color
* Empty trash daily
* Create folders called Follow-up, To Do, or Hmmmm...
* Clear your inbox daily

By following these simple tips, I hope to fully recover from my Email Hoarding once and for all.
Wish me luck!