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Mind Maps: How To
  Chapter 1
    What is a Mind Map?
      Graphic representation of text
    Mind Maps vs Mind Mapping
      Mind Maps
        Actual document (PDF, .mm, etc)
        Has text & images
        Really just bits of code
        End result of 'Mind Mapping'
      Mind Mapping
        Activity or action
          Creative Process
          organize thoughts
          collaborating with others
          help remember
        Ideas
        Thoughts
        Actual process of 'Putting Pen to Paper'
    The Correct way to make a Mind Map
      Scratch
      Taking notes first
      Random topics
      What is your end goal?
        What do you hope to achieve with Mind Maps?
        The rest of this book is going to dependant upon this
      My Assumtions
        structure & organize
        clear and simple
        work more efficiently
        more structure
        learn Mind Mapping
          or add to what you already know
  Chapter 2
    Which Mind Map to Use
      Hand Drawn
      Computer Rendered
      Hand Drawn vs. Software
        Hand Drawn
          Hand drawn may be faster
            Once you get the hang of it, you'll be flying
          not as many distractions
        Software
          Easier to update
          Easier to change
          Easier to search
          Easier to share
    Software to use
      Freemind
        Why?
          Free!
          Readily Availible
          Mostly the same
          Runs on Mac & PC
        Disadvatages?
          Run on Java
          Not as Fancy
          Options are harder to find
      XMind
        Cost $79
        Adds 'nicer' interface
        Online sharing
        iPad compatible
      MindJet
        'Top of the Line'
        Most expensive
        Best online collaboration
        Designed for businesses
      iMindMap
        Similar in features and cost to Xmind
        Designed by Tony Buzan
        Includes courses on Mind Mapping
        iOS versions
        Online collaboration
      MindMeister
        Completely online tool
        Very inexpensive
        Requires internet access
      Subtopic
  Chapter 3
    Seven Magical Steps to Mind Mapping
      These 7 steps will get you from a blank page to fully created mind map
      Prepare Mentally
        Goal?
        Mentally envision outcome
        One Map, One Purpose
      Create Your Topic
        Open software & Create new Mind Map
      Create rough draft
      Keep adding branches
      Add connections
      Add Color and Graphics
      Rework, Rewrite, Reorganize
  Chapter 4
    Speed Mind Mapping
      Review Magical Steps
        Prepare Mentally
        Create Your Topic
        Create Rough Draft
        Keep Adding Branches
        Add Connections
        Add Color and Graphics
        Rework, Rewrite, Reorganize
      How to use 7 steps to speed mind mapping
      Demo Time!
  Chapter 5
    Mind Map Templates
      Basic Template
        Single Main Topic
        Large Lines for Main Topic
        Lines get smaller further from center
        A lot of images
        Each main topic is different color
        Dashed lines show connections
        Basis for most mind maps
        Simple, easy to understand
      Brainstorming Template
        See entire topic
        Entire team can easily add to
      Time/Project Management
        See entire project
        Add every topic
        Better Time Estimate
        Use checks to mark completion
        Use icons to represent importance
        Use bombs for problems
        Easily relay progress to client
      Studying Template
        Easily connect all topics
        See how topics relate
        Slower at first
        Great for study group
      Problem Solving Template
        Create 4 main topics
          Problem Definition
            Use short keywords
            Different subtopic for each topic
          Outlay Issues
          Hypothesis
          Plan, Analyze, Work
        Singular Keywords
      Biggerplate.com
  Chapter 9
    Conclusion
  Chapter 8
    Mind Map Tactics: Advanced Edition
      Master Map
      iPad/Mobile Use
        Best of both worlds
        Portable
        Most Sync back to desktop
        Demo!
      Learning from the Greats
        Mind Maps that Speak
          Look for maps that fit your end goal
          Colors, images that add
          Clean & well designed
          Make sense
          Flow well
          Portable
          Compact
          Easily understood by 'outsiders'
          Outside Links
          ROI
        Biggerplate.com is a great resource
        Google Search for mind maps
      Project Planning
        Scope
        Time
        Cost
        Quality
        Risk
        Communication
        Resources
      Memory Tips
        Run through everything 3 times
        Visit mind map daily
      Break Through Mind Blocks
        Blank Topics
        Ask Questions
        Add Images
        Walk Away
      Tips for Sharing
        Prepare audience
        Explain
        Combined Method
        Learn how they learn
        Joint Creation
        Limit Exposure
  Chapter 7
    Mind Map Tactics 101
      Learn keyboard shortcuts
      Speed is your friend!
        Get info on Mind Map first
        Then add images, icons and colors
      Mind Mapping is personal
      Stay Consistent
  Chapter 6
    Moving Around Your Mind Map
      Scroll Bars
      Keyboard
      Editing vs. Creating
        Creating keyboard shortcuts
        Editing keyboard shortcuts