getting the most out of mind mapping
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This is an overview of a presentation that I delivered for David Allen's GTD Connect community. It introduces the concept of information mapping, reviews the history of visual thinking, provides the basic steps & guidelines to create a mind map, explains the differences between mapping by hand and software, and concludes with 10 ways to apply mapping to GTD and beyond to increase your overall productivity and effectiveness.TRANSCRIPT
A GTD® Connect Special Presentation
Getting the Most out of Mapping
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First,some definitions…
Maps: defined generally as a representation of the whole or a part of an area…
They visualize arrangements, distribution, or sequences…
Mind Map
Mind maps refer to hand-drawn diagrams that represent words, ideas, tasks, or other items linked to and arranged around a central key word or idea.
MindManager MapsMindManager and other software based maps are interactive diagrams thatrepresent ideas, concepts and data, created by one or more people and/or systems, linked around a central theme.
History of Mapping
Visually Mapping
Is Organic
Topics and associations emulate the networks of
“neurons” and “synapses” in our minds…
Mind Mapping by Hand in 3 Steps
1Keyword or Image
2Add Keywords & Connect with Lines
3Continue Adding New Keywords…
KEYW
ORDS
USE
Use Colors to Add Context
Use size to show impact
Lines between topics reinforce associations
Images engage your mind!
The only ‘rule’ to follow is
‘break the rules and do what works
for YOU!’
Drawing Maps: Versatility
Software Maps: Power & Reach
Personal
Education
Business
Limitless Applications
Within GTD and Beyond…
Focus1
Review2
Strategize3
Define Projects4
Brainstorm5
Meet6
Research7
Write8
Present9
Learn10
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