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Is this how you feel when someone asks you to come up with an idea?
And you know about "blank page syndrome" all too well?
Mind mapping might be a great solution for you to generate ideas!
Did you know?
What Is A Mind Map?
A mind map is a visual representation of ideas around a central topic. It is helpful if you want to have a big-picture overview of whatever you are working on.
You can use mind mapping to take notes, revise a lesson, or generate ideas.
How Do I Generate Ideas?
Choose a topic and let your brain go!
A mind map is logical...
Find and connect ideas by association. Connect your ideas to key topics and subtopics using keywords.
A mind map is also creative...
Visually associating ideas is more effective than writing down a simple list. It "helps you trigger more associations and ideas by applying radial thinking ."
It also allows you to spot more interrelated concepts.
Here is what you can do:
Did you know?
What Kind Of Ideas Can I Generate?
Solutions to solve a problem
Career path ideas to decide what to study
Topics you will write about in your essay
Designs to create a logo for a new brand
Quiz
In what situation could you use a mind map to generate ideas?
Mind mapping can help you generate ideas in any kind of situation! Individually or in a team, associating ideas on a mind map is really helpful.
Tips To Make A Fantastic Mind Map To Generate Even More Ideas!
Set a time limit
Use colors
Use images/drawings
The lesser the better — try to use only one word per idea
Find your own style!
Do you like writing and drawing, or do you prefer digital features? Would you rather have your mind map elegant and curvy or graphic with an urban style? It is YOUR Mind Map, YOUR ideas, YOU decide!
Did you know?
Take Action
Are you still having trouble choosing a career?
Do you have to write a short story but you have no idea where to start?
Try out a mind map to find ideas and solve whatever problem you are facing right now!
This Byte has been authored by
Estelle BARTHELEMY
Instructional designer