31. How to Take Notes at Meetings (So You Work Smarter)

Learn and Work Smarter

In this episode of the Learn and Work Smarter podcast, we dive into the art of effective note-taking during meetings.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a student navigating academic clubs and group projects, these insights are exactly for you.
I’ll show you how to simplify the note-taking process so you can stay focused and organized without feeling overwhelmed. Because let’s face it—meetings can be a challenge, and your note-taking shouldn’t make it any harder.
By the end of this episode, you’ll know:
✅ When to take notes at meetings and when not to
✅ What kind of information to take notes on and what NOT to take notes on
✅ The strategy for how to figure out what to write down
✅ How to format your notes so they’re useful when you need them

So get out your pens so you can take some notes on taking notes 😉

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🎙️Other Episodes + Resources Mentioned:
→ Episode 05: Secrets of a Good Task Management System
→ Episode 10: Tips for Better Task Management and Focus (Q&A)
→ Episode 28: 6 Tips for Organizing Papers
→ Episode 29: How to Take Useful Notes from Books

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