Note-taking is an underrated skill. When you have a good system, you don’t have to worry about remembering information later. Writing stuff down frees up your mind to concentrate on the important work of having your own ideas.
But notes function as more than just an external hard drive. They can also help you think things through. When you’re reading, for example, taking notes can boost your understanding. It may also help you connect the material to what you already know.
To get started, all you really need is to pick up a pen. But if you want to optimize your note-taking habits and take your skills to the next level, check out How to Take Smart Notes, which covers handwritten and digital systems. You’ll find it with the new releases in the Instaread app.
