Back when I was a bright-eyed, bushy-tailed undergrad, my idea of “reading a scientific paper” involved printing out a hard copy, grabbing a highlighter, and scribbling all over the pages as I read it from start to finish. I’d get sidetracked by unfamiliar terms, bogged down in the background, and glazed over by the graphs.… Read More »How to read scientific papers faster with the Reverse CIA Method
Sick of information overload? Drowning in digital notes? Meet your new productivity hero: The Fanny Pack! This tourist staple is a minimalist’s dream tool and its tiny size is a superpower. By limiting what you can carry to a micro notebook and a few cards, it acts as a built-in bullshit filter. Suddenly, only truly… Read More »The Fanny Pack: A surprisingly powerful productivity companion
The power of 3 What do a captivating story, a memorable speech, and an engaging lesson have in common? More often than not, they rely on the potent yet understated Rule of 3. This ancient principle suggests that ideas presented in threes strike a perfect balance – substantial enough to form a pattern yet not… Read More »Use the rule of 3 for effective learning and communication
The blank mind map reading and note-taking method Tired of reading books and articles without truly absorbing the information? Do you want to supercharge your learning and retention? The Blank Sheet reading and note-taking method is an innovative method that transforms passive reading into an active, engaging process that significantly enhances your comprehension and recall.… Read More »The Blank Mind Map Method
Imagine being able to recall vast amounts of information with ease. This isn’t just a feat for memory champions – it’s a skill you can cultivate using the 2-step Loci method. This ancient technique, also known as the “memory palace,” has been used for centuries to enhance recall. Let’s explore how you can apply this… Read More »Remember anything with the 2-Step Loci Method
Make your decisions with clarity Making sound decisions is a valuable skill that can significantly impact your life. Whether you’re choosing a career path, navigating relationships, or managing finances, the quality of your decisions shapes your overall well-being and success. By employing a simple yet powerful strategy, you can navigate your choices with greater ease… Read More »Deciding how to decide
Sharpen your understanding through opposing views A powerful learning and research hack is actively seeking out thoughtful rebuttals and counterarguments to the ideas we encounter. Engaging with well-crafted counterarguments can deepen our understanding, challenge our assumptions, and develop a more nuanced perspective on complex topics. The rebuttal reading technique involves intentionally seeking critiques and opposing… Read More »The rebuttal reading technique
Forgetfulness can be frustrating, especially when it comes to misplacing everyday items or struggling to retain important information. However, a simple trick can help combat these memory lapses: saying things out loud. When you verbalize your actions or the information you want to remember, you engage multiple senses and create a stronger memory imprint. By… Read More »Speak up for memory’s sake
How to Master Any Skill in 100 Days with the Rule of 100 The rule of 100 is a life hack for learning any new skill that comes from the book “$100M Leads” by Alex Hormozi, a successful entrepreneur and author. What is the Rule of 100? The rule of 100 is a simple formula… Read More »The Rule of 100 (Learning Hack)
Have you ever tried using brain dumps as a learning hack? A brain dump is a straightforward concept: whenever I’m learning something new, I take a few minutes to write down everything I know about the topic without referring to my notes or sources. This technique forces me to recall what I’ve learned, highlighting the… Read More »Brain Dumps for free recall and learning (Learning hack)