MIND MAPPING MODULE #2
Creative Uses for Mind Maps
This week you are gaining access to the following tools and resources...
Creative Uses for Mind Maps
12 videos that walk you through numerous creative ways you can utilize mind maps to boost productivity, make better decisions, solve problems, plan a project, take notes, prepare a presentation, and more.
Dashboard Mind Maps Report
A report that explores how to use mind maps as a dashboard tool.
Mind Maps for Managers Report
A report that explores how managers can make the most of using mind maps.
I’m a student of change and I’ve learned that for your being to be transformed, you need to see… to see something which will change you. I found in Adam’s mind maps a clarity that sometimes eludes me when reading books or articles. The playfulness of his work engages my brain completely. I received the value of my Infinity Membership right from the beginning. The past 3 years have been a gift for which I’m continuously grateful.
Peter Domoc
Download Your IQ Matrix Resources
Below you will find links to this week's IQ Matrix resources.
Dashboard Mind Maps Report
This 10 page Report walks you through how to use mind maps as dashboards to better manage your time, overview finances, track your goals, and much more.
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Dashboards for coaching.
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Dashboard for projects.
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Dashboard for sales and marketing.
Mind Maps for Managers Report
This 14 page Report walks you through nine common types of mind maps that managers and leaders should be using at work. I've listed five of the nine uses below.
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Strategic planning mind maps.
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Business planning mind maps.
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Sales planning mind maps.
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Meeting planning mind maps.
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Marketing planning mind maps.
Creative Uses for Mind Maps Videos
Below you can watch videos that outline 12 creative uses for mind maps.
Brainstorming Ideas
Watch this video to find out how to use brainstorming in conjunction with mind maps, and how to move your thinking in new directions to get past stuck states.
Making Smarter Decisions
This video will give you power tools to help you make even the toughest of decisions with confidence using mind mapping techniques.
Creating TO DO Lists
This video shows you exactly how to use mind maps to create and manage your to-do lists. This is typically the most popular usage of mind mapping software.
Making Better Decisions
Watch this video to see a working example of how to make decisions using mind maps. This is an extension of the previous video about making smart decisions.
Solving a Problem
In this video you will see how you can use mind maps to help you define and solve a problem.
Writing a Book
In this video you will learn how to use mind maps to write a book, an article, a report or any other written content.
Managing Knowledge
Watch this video to discover how mind maps can be used for managing information and data. Understanding how to use mind maps in this way can help you to overcome information overload.
Preparing a Presentation
Within this video you will learn about how to use mind mapping to help you prepare a presentation for work or for school. Mind mapping is an engaging way of presenting information.
Taking Notes
Mind mapping software is commonly used for taking notes. Within this video you will learn how to best utilize mind mapping software for note taking purposes.
Planning a Project
Watch this video to learn about how to use mind maps to help you plan a project, communicate project goals, and how to get stakeholders to buy into your ideas.
Business Planning
Within this video you will learn how to make the most of mind maps for planning and various business purposes.
Strategic Planning
Watch this video to learn about how to best utilize mind maps for strategic planning purposes.
IQ Matrix FAQ
Answers to questions you might have about this mind mapping module.
What mind mapping software applications do you recommend.
I personally use Mindjet MindManager. This is one of the leading mind mapping software applications, and is available on Windows, iOS, Mac, Android, and Linux.
From my personal view, MindManager offers probably the most robust and feature packed mind mapping software application. However, many of the features are targeted towards corporations and working professionals.
If, however, you are a student or teacher, or just want something for personal use, then I would recommend checking out iMindMap.
iMindMap has some very creative features that make brainstorming and organizing information a heap of fun. The mind maps are also more eye-catching than the ones created within MindManager. iMindMap is also cross platform compatible. It's no doubt one of the more popular map mapping software applications on the market.
A third mind mapping application that I would recommend is Xmind. Xmind may not have as many features as the above two applications, however, it has all the features that probably 90 percent of people would ever need.
I really like Xmind. And the best part about it is that they have a free version available for download. I would also recommend trying out Xmind Zen. Xmind Zen has one of the cleanest mind mapping applications. It's built for the modern mind mapping era. Well worth checking it out.
There are, of course, many other mind mapping applications you could try. There are even online mind mapping applications such as Coggle, MindMeister, and Bubbl.us. These are great for people that would like to cloud access to their mind maps for collaboration purposes.
You really can't go wrong when it comes to choosing a mind mapping software application. You just need to find an application that best fits your needs and aesthetic preferences.
Where can I learn more about what mind mapping software is best for me?
I'd recommend checking out the Mind Mapping Software blog.
The blog is run by Chuck Frey who prepared the two mind mapping reports you downloaded on this page. Chuck is the number one go to expert when it comes to mind mapping software.
On his blog Chuck reviews mind mapping software applications and provides you with his recommendations. And if after going through his site you still have questions, then feel free to reach out to him. He will be more than happy to help you out.
How do you tend to use mind maps?
These days I primarily use mind maps for Knowledge Management purposes. I use them to collate and organize information for IQ Matrix development. However, in the past I have also used mind maps as life coaching dashboards, for project management purposes, and as a checklist and to do list.
When I was at University, I used mind maps to help me organize what I was learning. Using mind maps in this way allowed me to develop a photographic memory of the information I was studying. This was of tremendous value when examinations rolled around.
There is an upcoming Learning Module toward the end of this membership program that presents you with several resources, tools, and ideas for making the most of mind mapping for study purposes.
I have also utilized mind maps for setting goals. However, I don't use mind maps in this way anymore. I use another tool, which I will share with you in a few weeks time when we go through one of our Goal Setting Modules.
AN IQ MATRIX IS LIKE A NEURON NETWORK OF INTERCONNECTED THOUGHTS
Each IQ Matrix represents a cluster of thoughts about a single topic. It’s like a neuron network of interconnected thoughts where you meticulously explore the brain of someone who has successfully mastered the topic. You then take those thought clusters and implant them into your own brain as you use the map. Kind of like a software upgrade for your brain.
HELPS ORGANIZE COMPLEX TOPICS AND IDEAS
Each map effectively categorizes the most important and actionable ideas about a topic into conveniently digestible chunks. It uses keywords and questions in a sentence-like structure that’s easy to follow and understand.
STIMULATES MEMORY AND RECALL OF INFORMATION
Each map uses a combination of keywords, colors and images designed in an organic radial-like structure that naturally helps improve memory while encouraging photographic recall of the information you are exploring.
PROVIDES A BIG PICTURE OVERVIEW OF TOPIC
Each map provides you with a comprehensive bird’s eye view of the topic. Subsequently, you gain deeper insights as you're better able to recognize how various ideas are interlinked together to form the whole topic.
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