- Don't trust short-term memory.
You can't remember everything, so write it down!
2. Saves you from asking to many questions.
2. Saves you from asking to many questions.
When a boss or mentor takes the time out of their day to show you something remember it. It will waste their time if you ask them to repeat a concept later. Save yourself by taking notes while they are speaking.
3. Shows that you are attentive and ready to learn!
3. Shows that you are attentive and ready to learn!
You will give off the appearance that are paying attention to the objective or task.
4. Create a code to make taking notes easier.
4. Create a code to make taking notes easier.
As you get used to the job and what it requires create your own code words. This will help you write less and listen more.
5. Create a "How-To" file or document.
5. Create a "How-To" file or document.
Consolidate all of your notes into a document for easy access. I would recommend that you upload the document to a "Google Drive" or "Dropbox" of some sort to have access to the file from multiple devices.