Is Your Inbox Starting to Look Like a Junk Drawer?

We all have that drawer. You know the one—jammed with rubber bands, expired coupons, mystery screws, three pairs of scissors, and maybe the charger from a phone you haven’t owned in years. For me, it wasn’t even a drawer—it was a couple of plastic tubs in a cupboard and a random basket because my kitchen didn’t have drawers. Yep, none.

But thanks to a much-needed remodel, I’ve now got brand-new cabinets, drawers (hallelujah!), and even a pantry. As exciting as it’s been to finally organize and find proper places for things, I’ve also discovered just how easy it is to stash and forget. Decluttering has been fun... and also, let’s be honest, a bit of a challenge.

And guess what, that same “junk drawer” energy? It shows up in your email inbox, too. 

You know you saw that important message. You’re sure it’s there somewhere. But instead of finding that email, you end up opening one from last week’s sale you never meant to sign up for, and another one about dog food samples (which…why? oh yeah, Gertrude and Mildred, our friendly Rottweilers!). Anyway, suddenly you're 20 minutes deep, the important email is still MIA, and your stress level has crept up again.

That’s the thing about clutter—digital or physical—it slows us down and makes simple tasks feel overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.

This is exactly why I created the Ultimate Inbox Cleanup Checklist—to help busy entrepreneurs like you clean up the chaos and reclaim your inbox.

And since I like to go the extra mile, here are two bonus tips that didn’t make the list:

1. Create an “Action Needed” Folder – Drag emails here that require follow-up, so they don’t get lost in the shuffle. 2. Use the Search Function Like a Pro – Instead of scrolling, use keywords or sender names to quickly find what you need. (Pro tip: Use “from:[email]” or “subject:[keyword]” to narrow it down fast.)

Want the rest of the tips that’ll help you go from inbox junk drawer to totally in order?

🎉 Grab your free Inbox Cleanup Checklist here! It’s packed with simple, practical steps that’ll have you feeling lighter and more organized in no time.

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You deserve an inbox that works for you—not one that stresses you out. 

Let’s get it all in order, one email at a time.