HOW TO MAKE THE BEST USE OF A CLASS
Take notes.
Sounds simple, right?
How often have you gotten home from a class, dumped the material into a file or on the corner of your desk and left it there for a period of time (could be a few days or weeks or until the house is on fire?) The next time you pick it up, you don’t understand your train of thought at the time and the idea is lost. FRUSTRATING!!
Leave space at the top of the page for a directive.
"Do first," for example."
"Ask Harry to help me."
Get those immediate thoughts out of your head so you can pay attention to the speaker.
It’s best to put the main idea (one word) next.
Write a brief description or a bulleted list.
Then add a word or two that clarifies where to take action.
At the bottom of the page, jot
1.
2.
3.
for your next immediate steps.
I recommend you re-write your notes in a better format but that tends to not happen because we have busy lives and you may as well start practicing what you’ve learned rather than take the time to re-write the notes.
Put action notes on your calendar.
Give yourself enough time to complete them - is once a week realistic, every three weeks, lumping them all in one day?
Make connections and get their phone number!
You could collaborate with them or just have a support system for follow-through (Accountability Partner.)
Participate.
Again, it seems obvious. When you're speaking aloud, projecting your ideas, the brain takes it as ACTION. It doesn’t know the difference between a thought or taking the step. Also, when you’re engaged, people listen and you gain confidence in your abilities. Your value and worth are important and when you speak out, it has a positive impact on others.
Stay the entire time.
It’s best to show up a few minutes early (to get a good seat and introduce yourself to others) and stay a few minutes afterwards. It helps you to feel a part of the group, which will motivate you to keep in touch with them afterwards. Having a new friend in life, especially with a new project, is always an asset.
Evaluate the speaker.
Whether you got a lot out of the class (be specific,) enjoyed the material, or have suggestions that may help them in the future, your thoughts are very beneficial.
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MARCH 21, 28, APRIL 4
FALMOUTH, ME
6-8PM
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