Create a Mind Map

A mind map is used to identify problems and developments from a key word that is central for a structure to work from. These structures radiate out from the word and are then used to generate ideas for further study and development, ie for problem solving, brain storming, group discussions etc and finally the decision making process.

Often these maps are a very quick and simple way to develop a team meeting, so getting ideas down on paper for discussion. Mind maps are useful in all aspects of life, for business, family and educational use. The benefits of this process is it a quick visual and helpful aid, solving even very complicated problems.

See also:-
Brain storming
Problem solving

How to start a mind map?
1/ Use a large sheet of plain paper and begin at the centre of your page, and write your word or phrase.
2/ Write or draw the first thing that you associate with the issue, like related thoughts etc.
3/ Write down one or two words that describe the ideas, branching out from the centre and sub-branches.
4/ Put down ideas into images or words whatever to illustrate your point
5/ Think outside the box! Use different colours, feint, bold, try a variety of ideas to illustrate your map. Caps, lower case words, draw boxes etc.
6/ Ideas branch off from previous ideas, put all these down, they could be useful and relevant later on.
7/ The main exercise is to get the ideas out of your head on to the paper, clear your thoughts, and unclutter your mind.
8/ These initial ideas can be refined later on and the mind map could be redrawn and modified.

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