4 reasons why taking notes (during a meeting) is very powerful.
4 reasons why taking notes (during a meeting) is very powerful.
Did you know that in Sweden, schools are returning to traditional teaching methods? Children are using pencil and paper again in their classes. Not just (only) for fun, there are many proven reasons why they made the decision. And yes, we understand why! We’ve taken the time to write down ( 😉 ) these reasons for you because it truly makes sense!
This is what Psychology and Neuroscience say about it. The last one is mind-blowing!
It improves our attention span.
Imagine. It’s an early morning. Or a Monday! And you need to attend an important meeting…
The act of writing by hand requires our full attention. When we are fully engaged, our thoughts are less likely to wander off. Have you ever experienced this?
It makes your brain work harder!
Writing by hand requires more cognitive activity than typing on a keyboard or screen. This means that more areas of the brain are activated when we write compared to when we type! 📝
Writing improves overall productivity
Writing also compels us to organize our thoughts. Making a habit of it will train our brains to be clearer, more concise, disciplined, and logical.
Taking notes helps people feel heard and builds trust.
Writing down what someone says is a subtle way to show them that they are heard and that their contribution counts. What message do you want to silently convey to your speaker?
That’s why we launched our Perfect Meeting Book and Box. They are truly unique. Offer your trainees or clients a personalized book and watch a smile appear on their faces!
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