How to Use Gmail Labels (The Right Way)

If your inbox feels out of control, this will help. Get a $25 Credit with SaneBox: https://try.sanebox.com/paulminors Most people use Gmail labels like folders. They neatly organize emails… and then never look at them again. Instead of treating labels as storage, you’ll learn how to: Use labels as shortcuts and saved searches Build a simple productivity system inside your inbox Manage email more effectively, whether you work solo or with a team I’ll also walk you through the exact label setup I use with my General Manager to keep everything organized, without things falling through the cracks. And if you don’t have someone helping you manage your inbox, I’ll show you the next best thing. 00:00 Most People Use Gmail Labels Wrong 00:52 Labels vs Folders (Key Difference Explained) 01:56 Why Gmail Search Beats Manual Organisation 02:25 Using Labels as Saved Searches (Shortcuts) 03:36 Automating Labels with Filters 03:36 Using Labels as a Productivity System 04:23 How I Manage My Inbox with My GM 05:52 Clearing Emails & Keeping Inbox Under Control 06:00 Why SaneBox Works 07:12 Final Tips for Managing Labels Visit our blog for more of a break down on using search operators: https://minorco.com/blog/how-to-use-g...