E-mail helps workers to communicate at any time, from any place. But does e-mail make our work lives easier? Does it make us better workers? The answer depends on how we use it. E-mail can be an important tool, but it can also be a way to waste time. How can workers make sure that e-mail is a tool and not a time-waster? Here are some simple steps to follow. They can help you use e-mail more efficiently at work.