As an executive virtual assistant, I often encounter clients struggling with work-life balance. Recently, I worked with a client who felt compelled to send emails at all hours – 8:00 PM after a long day, 4:45 AM during workouts, and weekends at his desk. His frustration was twofold: fear of forgetting important communications and disappointment when others didn’t respond as quickly.
The solution? Gmail’s often-overlooked email scheduling feature.
I introduced him to this simple yet powerful tool. By scheduling emails to send during business hours, he could:
- Address tasks immediately, preventing forgetfulness
- Maintain professional boundaries
- Set realistic response expectations
The results were transformative. By modeling work-life balance, my client reduced his stress and increased productivity. His team and clients became more responsive and happier to communicate, all thanks to this small change in email habits.
Ready to reclaim your time? Here’s how to schedule emails in Gmail:
- Compose your email
- Click the drop-down arrow next to “Send”
- Choose “Schedule send”
- Select your preferred time
Try it today and watch your work-life balance improve!