What are some tips to improve your shorthand and symbols when flowing?

In my experience, leveraging abbreviations and acronyms is crucial for efficient shorthand. I often create a personalized shorthand system where common words or phrases are represented by a few letters or a symbol. For instance, "communication" might be abbreviated as "comm" or "comm." and "information technology" as "IT." This not only saves time during note-taking but also helps maintain focus during fast-paced discussions or lectures.

I found it extremely helpful whilst abbreviating to not only use acronyms but also mathematical symbols at times. E.g. arrows pointing up or down for increase & decrease, > greater or < lower, an = sign to define something. You can adopt as many or as little as you're comfortable with.

The key to mastering shorthand is consistent practice. Dedicate daily sessions to honing your skills and experimenting with different symbols and abbreviations. Consider using shorthand software or apps to track your progress and stay motivated. While speed is important, ensure your shorthand remains legible. Develop a system of symbols and abbreviations that are easy to remember and understand. Avoid overly complex combinations that might hinder your ability to quickly decipher your notes. Shorthand is a constantly evolving field. Stay informed about the latest trends, techniques, and software advancements. Explore online resources, attend workshops, or connect with other shorthand enthusiasts to expand your knowledge and skills.

Aprimore seu fluxo de debate incorporando cores e marcadores. Por exemplo, use cores distintas para diferentes oradores, argumentos ou fluxos. Além disso, marque pontos cruciais com marcadores para destacar argumentos, evidências ou respostas importantes. Essa prática visual não só organiza seu fluxo, mas também facilita a revisão e localização de informações durante o debate.

Using colours and highlighters has helped myself an enormous amount not only in sorting data into like for like sets, but also in the ability to retain that information in my mind where I can see the information because of the variance in colours.

Templates and formats allow for consistency especially with intermittent or large flow of data. The templates and formats can be applied to a smaller data set first to group and sort. However, there are many instances where changes like sub-sets would have to be made.

In this case Practice = Ease = retention + time save = more time to do other things. Plus, it allows for innovation and creativity whilst working on this mental wavelength.