Idea Mapping: How to Access Your Hidden Brain Power, Learn Faster, Remember More, and Achieve Success in Business

by Jamie Nast

Praise for Idea Mapping "Nast's work in Idea Mapping enables those with creative minds to clearly lay out their thinking process and those who are more process-minded to become creative. If your organization is looking for a pragmatic, step-by-step guide to idea mapping, this is it." --Chris Brown, Executive Vice President, DTE Energy Resources "I have used idea maps for thirty years and have taught MBA students, employees, and my children how to harness their power. I strongly recommend this book and believe you will feel it to be one of the best investments you have ever made in your own growth." --Stephen C. Lundin, coauthor, FISH! "This is a book that everyone should read. It's an interactive, thought-provoking book about the brain and learning that will expand your mind. Nast, an accomplished and well-respected instructor, has guided me into a new realm of learning experiences and possibilities. I'm sure you will feel the same upon reading her insightful work." --Simon Tai, CEO, Buzan Centre Taiwan and S&J Media Intergration Co. Ltd., Host of News Discovery on NEWS 98 Taiwan "Nast shows you a revolutionary method to capture your thinking processes. Don't underestimate the simplicity of idea mapping because therein lies its genius." --Scott Hagwood, four-time USA Memory Champion, author, Memory Power "The ability to visually capture and organize thoughts and ideas has enabled millions of people around the world to do their work with greater creativity and productivity, run their businesses more strategically, and manage complex projects more efficiently--even map out a sales process or new product roll-out. Nast's very practical, readable book will get you quickly up to speed on one of the simplest but most powerful ways to organize your ideas, your work, and yourself." --Mike Jetter, cofounder and CTO, Mindjet Corporation, coauthor, The Cancer Code "The principles Nast writes about in Idea Mapping have become a staple for me over the past fourteen years. I was turned onto the concept of idea mapping in 1992 and have been a student and practitioner ever since. This has absolutely transformed the way I learn, design learning, and prepare for public speaking. I have never been more confident in my recall, knowing the content is nicely tucked away in my brain as it was designed to be. Get ready for a life-changing experience for yourself and those you influence." --Will Flora, Senior Manager, Chick-Fil-A University, Atlanta, GA

Genres: Nonfiction, Business, Self Help, Management, Personal Development

256 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 22, 2006

Reviews

[Schehani · Rating 3 out of 5]

Idea Mapping by Jamie Nast, is a book which can be scanned, summarily read and the technique learned there from, can be practised in daily life/at work.

I personallyliked the idea of idea mapping; it actually is an other tool to brainstorm on a thought, issue or problem. Call it threesixty technique.

I finished the book in a single sitting because I Did not need to read it word to word. I looked at the contents, and read haphazardly to answer my own questions and confusions: we may tread to answer our own questions and ignorance.

I am, thanks to this book, using the technique now; but I have yet to Ser it's revolutionary impact on my productivity. I know unless one practises it one cannot evaluate its impact in a day or two.

The author in anyway deserves kudos for putting in a great effort to help us, the labouring minds to be better at idea mapping/issue mapping.

Best,

[Мариана Рангелова · Rating 4 out of 5]

„Картография на идеи“ от Джейми Наст звучеше интересно, предизвикателно и ако проработеше и на практика, невероятно полезна. Не се и колебах дълго преди да я отворя. (Книгата не хапе, резервите ми към нея обаче тракаха с огромните си челюсти.)

Цялото ревю може да прочетете в блога ми >> http://bit.do/foN5Z

[Brahma Teja Lankoti · Rating 3 out of 5]

The concept of Idea Mapping is interesting. It's no brainer, pictures and diagrams are remembered more compared to text. We learn how to make idea maps using certain techniques and more of a common sense.

Most of the chapters in the book are just illustrations of author's trainees. I would rather attend a workshop than reading this entire redundant book. The concept is excellent, however you need practice and follow few tips to master it.

[Ninni.aks · Rating 1 out of 5]

Only first two chapters are enough to convey concept, I gave it two starts instead of one because there were several maps of medications that I found useful as I am in medical field. Its a waste of money, too much useless information. Just read idea mapping concept in google and thats it.

[Esmeralda Hendrix · Rating 1 out of 5]

The good: probably revolutionary when it came out.

The bad: lots of words that could’ve been said in 1 page (see other reviews). I wanted to learn more on the “why”, and it only states it promotes non-lineair, associative thinking and that we process and memorise visual information better. It does cover more on the “what” or “how to” but there are better works covering this.

Who is it for? Probably people completely new to idea and mind mapping. But I would recommend to look into sketchnoting/ visual facilitation that combines mind mapping with a more visual approach.

[Vassilena · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting book on mind mapping variations and the way you can use idea mapping to take notes or brainstorm.

[Michael Oakley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good information if you are not familiar with Idea Mapping/Mind Mapping.
A good overview with practical tips and practices if you are familiar with the concepts.

[Wan Peter · Rating 1 out of 5]

Dummy for idiot Ideal Mapping is more suitable name for this book. Nothing creative in this book. It will takes me ages to finish this book.

[Jane Dugger · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great idea. I've already begun to use this at work. Can't wait to apply it at home. (BTW, it was a bit wordy towards the end.)