Work Email Can Be Counterproductive for Managers

A new study suggests email may be just a hassle rather than a benefit for managers, unless the email is “well-managed.”

In fact, researchers from Michigan State University recommend that managers can improve their performance by checking their email less often.

Investigators explain that keeping up with email traffic places high demands on managers, which prevents them from achieving their goals and from being good leaders.

The research, led by management professor Russell Johnson and...

[Read More ...]

source https://psychcentral.com/news/2018/11/12/work-email-can-be-counterproductive-for-managers/138814.html