Technology was supposed to help us manage our lives. Instead, most of us feel we spend our lives managing technology. So this book is not about software; it's about making the software serve YOU. Restore harmony to your life by controlling your e-mail, tracking your appointments, using custom shortcuts, and managing tasks, all with Outlook.

• Take stock — analyze your current work/personal life balance and identify areas where you can be more productive

• One size does not fit all — choose and customize the Outlook task-management processes that work for your personal situation

• Tame the e-mail monster — use folders, categories, flags, and message rules to keep e-mail manageable

• To do or not to do — empower your calendar, taskpad, and contacts to automate your schedule

• Journal and take Notes — learn how these under-utilized Outlook functions help document your time and capture important thoughts

Visit the companion Web site at www.dummies.com/go/manageyourlifewithoutlookfd, where you'll find bonus content as well as screencasts and videos that explain and illustrate concepts from the book.

Open the book and find:

• How to create your own definition of productivity

• How to adapt Outlook to work your way

• Shortcut keys to modules, panes, and toolbars

• Processing tips for managing your mailboxes

• Scheduling techniques using the Calendar and Contacts

• How to go mobile with Outlook

• Secrets for saving and searching data

• Tools to assess your current productivity level

Greg Harvey, PhD, wrote his first computer book more than 20 years ago. His long list of bestsellers now includes Windows Vista For Dummies Quick Reference, all editions of Excel All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies, all editions of Excel For Dummies, and many others. He is an expert in using technology for better productivity.