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The Surprising Persuasiveness of a Sticky Note

Book notes: How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes

How to Talk to Anyone by Leil Lowndes book summary review and key ideas.

How to Save Kindle Highlights and Notes Into Evernote

The research and discovery phase of a project is an important time to gather information that will position you for success.<br>Content from published books builds a foundation for academics and authors who rely on source material for data, quotes, and contextual details that creates authority for their work.<br>An even more powerful method is to use the web clipper to capture highlights and notes from Kindle directly into Evernote.

Take Note: Sometimes The Simplest Habit Can Remind Us How To Progress

How a simple scrap of paper in a storied library unlocks powers we already have but often forget.

Always Spilling? These Extreme Post-it Notes Can Help

A new type of Post-it note claims to be the most durable yet. We put it to the test.

Brain Expert Jim Kwik on How to Take Notes You'll Remember

You start by drawing a line down the center of the page.

Taking Note: What Commonplace Books Can Teach Us about Our Past

Reading and writing are intrinsically linked on the lifelong quest to discover new possibilities, validate ideas, soak up knowledge from others, and inspire new opportunities for our work.

Girl's brother finds out they're half siblings and leaves her the sweetest note

Pam got a heartfelt letter and some sweet treats from her half brother.