Taking Notes Effectively: Tips From Cheffers Who Can't Live Without Them!

[Chozengirl]

So now that I know I can't have a recorder, are there any good tips on taking notes?
I honestly couldn't live if I couldn't take notes and reference them!
So, what do other Cheffers use?

 

[heather9892]

i wish i had good advice or tips
i just try to write as fast as i can u can save alittle time by using
b=be
2=to
4=for
u=you

things like that you will understand later
hth

 

[DebbieSAChef]

Here are some tipsHere are some tips that always help me:

Write down key facts - try to write down key points, key facts, or key words that are being stressed at conference

Don't overdo it - don't try to write down every word, you might miss something important. Listen carefully and write down what really stands out to you.

Compare - you can always compare notes with other cheffers

Copy - And you can always copy from other cheffers

Have extra pen or pencil handy!!

Debbie

 

[jlevernier]

If the presenter has a hand out, take notes on that. It will prevent you from writing something you don't need to because it's already in print.

--Jenny L

 

[GourmetGirl]

I agree with taking the key points... if there is something that you will want word for word the speaker will normally, at Q&A time, repeat it slowly so you can write it down!

 

[MandyK]

When all else fails -- buy the mp3 version of the best of all 3 conference from ekochef.com and listen to it 100 times (okay, that's how I take notes .... )

 

[Chozengirl]

When all else fails -- buy the mp3 version of the best of all 3 conference from ekochef.com and listen to it 100 times (okay, that's how I take notes .... )

It's sad that I know what you are talking about!

 

[pamperedpsalmstress]

When all else fails -- buy the mp3 version of the best of all 3 conference from ekochef.com and listen to it 100 times (okay, that's how I take notes .... )

$20 each and there are no samples and only available via MP3?!!!!!