How to use technology to make life easier

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How to use technology to make life easier

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We’d all like to get the most out of our busy schedules; however, the simple things we could do to make our days more efficient usually lay before us undetected. Likewise, everyone has regular access to computers and mobiles in the office, but quite often we forget to take full advantage of them. By using some simple and obvious applications, we can make our working days less stressful, more productive and focused.

Set up filters for your email account. This way you’ll avoid being bombarded with hundreds of mail at once, they’ll be divided into relevant categories and can read at your convenience.
Use whatever organizing tools you have available. Most people have access to these on their computers or mobiles, but instead tend to scribble notes on scraps of paper, only to then waste time ferreting around looking for them.
Make use of shortcuts. To avoid repeatedly expanding folder after folder on your computer, try adding a shortcut so you can easily retrieve the items you routinely need with a single click.
Utilise the ‘ messenger’ status button. If you’re in the middle of an important project and don’t want interruptions, set yourself as ‘busy’ or ‘ unavailable.’ If somebody is really desperate to contact you, they can always send an email or yell across the office.
Close unused programmes. Open only the applications you are using and avoid the constant Alt-Tabbing. There’s no need for unused stuff going on in the background. Give your computer a rest.
Make use of favourites when online. When you come across an interesting site that you know you’ll use again, add it to your favourites and then categorize it into a relevant folder.
Set up your mobile to receive email. Most phones have the facility, but we’ve just not bothered to set it up. This ensures you’re bang up to date 24^7. .

So before you head off to the bookshop or the Internet looking for inspirational ways to increase output and make life easier, first take a look at the small changes that can help to pave the way to success.