02_01-Exploring the keys to active listening

Description

Lynda Note-Taking for Business Professionals Paul Nowak 47m 36s


Learn to take better and faster notes in business settings. Effective note-taking is a core skill that professionals at all levels can improve upon'and this course will show you how. It explains how to decide when to take linear vs. visual notes, how to effectively listen, how to document action plans, and how to effectively write meeting minutes.
Author Paul Nowak also explores techniques for taking notes more quickly, including capturing ideas rather than sentences, improving typing speed, and using simple shorthand. The course also offers a number of note-taking templates to help prepare for project planning, SWOT meetings, timelines, business travel, and more.

Topics include:

Exploring the keys to active listening
Focusing on the ideas
Capturing an action plan
Brainstorming
Taking notes while reading
Creating to-do lists, project plans, and meeting notes