Mind Maps for Business - Tony Buzan

Currently reading a new book by Buzan - "Mind Maps for Business" - this has rekindled my interest in real mind-mapping. The book is an easy read with specific focus on business applications such as presentations, project management,  strategic thinking and negotiations. The book has lots of examples and case studies on the application. Although many of the computer-based examples are based, not surprisingly, on Buzan's own imind-map software.  If you want to check out some examples before you buy the book check out the supporting web-site:

mindmapsforbusiness.com


Whilst I have been an avid mind mapper for many years going back to basics with this book has made me realise that actually I have 'not been doing it right' so this has been a good refresher on the core principles of mind mapping. I'd recommend it as either a refresher or a starting guide for mind maps. Reading this has also made me dig out my other fav book "Idea Mapping" by Jamie Nast.

Moleskine v Circa

I have two vices moleskine notebooks and Levenger's circa range. I cant always decide and switch back and forth- the flexibility of the circa versus the style and simplicity of the moleskine - although there are times I wish I could settle on one or the other. I bought the Levenger stuff on a trip to Chicago last year and still have plenty of paper - I have a rollabind punch so can make my own- and then I see an article on moleskine or see one in a store and I switch back..darnit!!

Anyone else in this dilemma or should I just settle on one?