The Great Inbox Rescue

Ah, the inbox. The digital Bermuda Triangle where emails disappear, tasks get delayed, and sometimes, just sometimes, you end up ordering a subscription box of organic meal kits and a fashionable dog coat—all from your business account.

Now, maybe you’re laughing, nodding in agreement, or possibly panicking as you realise you bought that dog coat for Princess Sparkles using your professional email. Don’t worry; it happens to the best of us! But let’s talk about how to avoid these little mix-ups and get your inbox looking more like a well-organised pantry and less like the aftermath of a Boxing Day sale.

Create the Great Divide

First things first: separate work from play. Your personal email is your space for ordering doggy accessories and HelloFresh, not your work inbox. If you've ever received a "thanks for your order" next to an email about a client’s quarterly report, it's time to put up a barrier between these worlds.

Pro Tip: Label one folder “Important Business” and the other “Oops, Wrong Email.” You’ll know where to look next time you can’t find that all-important invoice because it's sandwiched between your HelloFresh delivery schedule and a sale alert for dog coats.

Unsubscribe Like It's 1999

If you’ve ever ordered anything online, you've probably been caught in a never-ending newsletter storm. Before you know it, you’re dodging emails about sales on designer biscuits for dogs (yes, they exist) and flash deals on artisan quinoa. Take 10 minutes a day and go on an unsubscribe spree! Trust me, your future self will thank you.

Filters are Your Best Friend

Filters aren’t just for Instagram—they work wonders in your inbox too. Set up automatic filters to whisk away your “fun” shopping emails to your personal account, and keep your work inbox as professional as that shiny new briefcase you impulse-bought last week. You’ll be amazed at how much easier it is to find that client project when it’s not buried beneath a promo for gourmet dog treats.

Start Fresh (without the HelloFresh)

Once you’ve sorted through the madness, it’s time to tidy up the rest. Dedicate 10 minutes at the end of each day to tackle unread messages. It’s like tidying up the house before bed. You wouldn't go to sleep with laundry on the floor, so don’t leave your inbox cluttered either. Plus, it stops those rogue dog coat receipts from popping up when you least expect them.

By following these steps, you'll not only have an inbox that sparkles but also peace of mind knowing you’re no longer accidentally billing the company for your gourmet meals and stylish pet apparel. Let's save those business accounts for client queries, and let the dog coats live where they belong—in your personal email.