I write filters as I find the need for them. Many of them forward to those to whom I have delegated, applies label and marks them as read. Only read and respo

I write filters as I find the need for them. Many of them forward to those to whom I have delegated, applies label and marks them as read. Only read and respond to e-mails a couple of times a day. The rest of the time I'm focused on productive work, interruptions better be very important. I delegate on the basis of "Get ... done, by ..." and manage by exception. I discourage cc'd stuff and unsubscribe from everything that is directly relevant. It is a huge trap to appear important because you are across everything. I ration my time and anyone who abuses it by making disproportionate demands via e-mail, IM or phone is 'tutored' and if that fails, cut loose.