Originally published in the July 17, 2012 issue of SmallLaw: Read this issue of SmallLaw now before it's too late if you're a "Piler" (especially an Outlook-using Piler). Pilers leave all their email in their inbox. The Piler versus Filer debate is over. Filers are more productive and less likely to miss an important deadline. In this article, law firm technology consultant Ben Schorr discusses five essential steps to trimming your email inbox and keeping it in shape. Pilers in small law firms with thousands of messages can whittle down their inbox in just five hours with these tips. Even Filers will learn some new tricks. Also, don't miss the SmallLaw Pick of the Week for a double dose of Ben Schorr as he shares his favorite smartphone apps that everyone else hasn't already recommended.
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