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CODE Method - Capture, Organize, Distill, Express - a knowledge management workflow.
Cornell Note-Taking Method - A systematic note format dividing the page into cue column, notes section, and summary area.
Flipped Classroom - A teaching model where content is learned at home and class time is used for practice and discussion.
Design Thinking - A user-centered creative problem-solving approach.
The 4 R's of Reading - A systematic reading methodology: Read the book, Record the most important insights, Reflect on the lessons, and React by applying what you've learned.
After-Action Review - A structured debriefing process to analyze what happened, why it happened, and how to improve, originally developed by the U.S. Army.
Affiliate Marketing - A performance-based marketing model where affiliates earn commissions for promoting others' products.
Knowledge Audit - A systematic review and evaluation of knowledge assets to identify gaps, redundancies, and improvement opportunities.
SPIN Selling - A sales methodology using Situation, Problem, Implication, and Need-payoff questions to uncover buyer needs.
Solution Selling - A sales methodology that focuses on customer pain points and positions products as solutions to specific problems.
Lifelogging - The comprehensive documentation of daily life through continuous capture of experiences, activities, and data.
Email Marketing - Using email to nurture relationships, deliver value, and drive conversions with an audience.
Six Thinking Hats - A parallel thinking method using different colored hats to represent thinking modes.
Challenger Sale - A sales approach where reps teach, tailor, and take control of the sales conversation.
Semantic Links - Hyperlinks that carry explicit meaning about the relationship between linked items, enabling structured navigation and reasoning in knowledge systems.
SQ3R Method - A five-step reading comprehension strategy: Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review.
Feynman Technique 2.0 - An enhanced version of the Feynman Technique that adds structured course design, teaching considerations, and deeper simplification strategies.
A/B Testing - A method of comparing two versions of something to determine which performs better.
3-3-3 Method - A daily structure: 3 hours on one project, 3 shorter tasks, 3 maintenance activities.
Account-Based Marketing (ABM) - A strategic approach focusing marketing and sales resources on a defined set of high-value target accounts.
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) - The practice of optimizing websites to rank higher in search engine results and attract organic traffic.
Ivy Lee Method - A simple yet powerful productivity technique: plan 3-5 prioritized tasks each evening and work through them sequentially the next day.
UX Design - The practice of designing products that provide meaningful, relevant, and enjoyable experiences to users throughout their entire interaction journey.
Win-Win-Win Method - An extended negotiation approach that benefits not just the parties involved but also the broader community or environment.
Content Clusters - A content strategy organizing related pages around central pillar content with strategic internal linking.
UI Design - The design of user interfaces for software and machines, focusing on visual elements, layouts, and interactive components that users directly interact with.
Commonplace Book - A historical practice of collecting quotes, ideas, and observations in a personal notebook.
Socratic Seminar - A formal discussion based on questioning, where participants explore ideas through dialogue.
Kanban - A visual workflow management method using boards and cards.
Growth Hacking - A data-driven, experimental approach to rapid business growth focusing on scalable and repeatable tactics.
Ship 30 for 30 - A cohort-based writing challenge where participants publish one atomic essay per day for 30 consecutive days.
Screenshot Driven Development - A development approach using visual screenshots as specifications and documentation for UI development.
Product Launch - The coordinated introduction of a new product to the market, designed to maximize initial impact.
Knowledge Ingestion - The systematic process of absorbing and integrating new knowledge.
Win-Win Method - A negotiation approach where all parties achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
GYST (Get Your Shit Together) - A productivity reset framework for when you're overwhelmed and need to regain control of your work and life.
Quantified Self - A movement and practice of using technology to track and analyze personal data for self-improvement.
Permanent Notes - Your own thoughts, ideas, and interpretations - the most valuable notes in your system.
DiSSS Learning System - Tim Ferriss's four-step framework for rapid skill acquisition and learning.
Socratic Method - A form of inquiry using systematic questioning to stimulate critical thinking and illuminate ideas.
Outbound Marketing - Traditional marketing that pushes messages to audiences through advertising and direct outreach.
Evergreen Notes - Notes that grow and improve over time through continuous refinement.
Cognitive Apprenticeship - Learning through observation, coaching, and guided practice - making expert thinking visible.
Atomic Design - A methodology for creating design systems by breaking interfaces into fundamental building blocks.
Keyword Research - The process of discovering search terms people use to find information, products, or services.
Automating Processes - A systematic approach to identifying and automating repetitive tasks and workflows to increase efficiency and reduce manual effort.
Big 3 Method - A daily prioritization technique where you identify the three most important tasks to accomplish each day.
Iterative and Incremental Note-Taking - A methodology that treats notes as living documents refined through continuous small improvements over time.
Make Time - A productivity framework by Jake Knapp and John Zeratsky that uses four daily steps - Highlight, Laser, Energize, and Reflect - to help you focus on what matters most.
Problem-Based Learning - Learning through solving authentic, complex problems rather than studying subjects first.
ABCDE Method - A prioritization system categorizing tasks by importance and action type.
Personal Kanban - A visual personal task management system using boards and work-in-progress limits.
Bibliography - A systematic list of sources consulted or referenced in research and knowledge work.
PARA Method - An organization system using Projects, Areas, Resources, and Archives.
Life Tracking - The practice of systematically recording personal data about daily activities, habits, health, and life events over time.
Referral Programs - Structured systems that incentivize customers to recommend products or services to others.
Remark, Relate, Reference - A three-step method for processing information by noting your observations, connecting them to existing knowledge, and tracking the source.
Differentiated Instruction - Adapting teaching methods, content, and assessment to meet diverse learner needs.
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) - A hierarchical decomposition of a project into smaller, manageable components.
SCALE Method - A framework for leveraging AI through systematic capture, connection, and growth.
Remark, Relate, Reference (RRR) - A three-step method for capturing and connecting information while maintaining source attribution.
MoSCoW Method - Prioritization framework using Must have, Should have, Could have, Won't have.
Quality Circle - A small group of workers who meet regularly to identify, analyze, and solve work-related problems.
Influencer Marketing - Leveraging individuals with engaged audiences to promote products or brands to their followers.
Guerrilla Marketing - Unconventional, low-cost marketing tactics that create high impact through creativity and surprise.
One Big Text File (OBTF) - A minimalist note-taking approach where all notes, thoughts, and ideas are stored in a single continuously growing text file.
Personal Knowledge Management Process - The complete workflow from exploring content to creating and sharing knowledge.
Peer Instruction - A teaching method where students teach and learn from each other through structured discussion.
Customer Discovery - The process of validating business hypotheses by talking directly with potential customers.
Sales Qualification - The process of determining whether a prospect is likely to become a customer.
N-of-1 Experiments - Self-experimentation methodology where you systematically test interventions on yourself to find what works for your unique biology and circumstances.
Content Curation - Selecting, organizing, and presenting valuable content from various sources.
Hierarchical Organization - A tree-like structure for organizing information where each item has exactly one parent, creating clear paths from root to leaves.
Content Marketing - Creating and distributing valuable content to attract, engage, and retain a target audience.
Social Selling - Using social media platforms to find, connect with, and nurture sales prospects.
Voice of Customer (VoC) - The process of capturing customer expectations, preferences, and feedback systematically.
Link Building - The process of acquiring hyperlinks from other websites to improve search engine rankings.
Active Learning - Learning through active engagement - discussion, problem-solving, and application - rather than passive listening.
Consultative Selling - A sales approach focused on understanding customer needs and providing tailored solutions as a trusted advisor.
Microlearning - Learning in small, focused units that can be consumed in short time periods.
Social Media Marketing - Using social platforms to build brand awareness, engage audiences, and drive business results.
Zettelkasten Method - A note-taking and knowledge management method based on interconnected atomic notes.
Analog to Digital Workflow - A structured process for transitioning paper notes, documents, and physical information into organized digital systems.
Mastery Learning - An approach where students must demonstrate competence before progressing to new material.
Controlled Vocabulary - A standardized set of terms used consistently for organizing, indexing, and retrieving information.
Data Protection Impact Assessment - A systematic process to identify and minimize data protection risks of a project or system before it is implemented.
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) - Optimizing content to be selected as direct answers by search engines and voice assistants.
Loyalty Programs - Structured reward systems that incentivize repeat purchases and ongoing customer engagement.
Literature Notes - Notes capturing ideas from external sources like books, articles, and videos.
Search Engine Marketing (SEM/PPC) - Paid advertising on search engines where advertisers pay per click on their ads.
Backward Design - Starting curriculum design with desired outcomes, then planning assessment and instruction to achieve them.
Metadata - Structured data that describes, explains, and makes it easier to find and manage other data or content.
Copywriting - The art and science of writing persuasive text that motivates people to take action.
Marketing Automation - Using software to automate repetitive marketing tasks and nurture leads through personalized sequences.
Competitive Analysis - Systematic evaluation of competitors to understand their strategies, strengths, weaknesses, and market position.
Most Impactful Next Task (MINT) - A prioritization method focusing on identifying and completing the single most impactful task.
Inbound Marketing - Attracting customers through valuable content and experiences rather than interruptive advertising.
Lean Startup - A methodology for developing products through validated learning and iterative experimentation.
Citation - The practice of formally referencing sources to attribute ideas, enable verification, and maintain intellectual integrity.
Processing Notes - The workflow of transforming raw captures into organized, connected knowledge.
Fleeting Notes - Quick, temporary captures of thoughts and ideas for later processing.

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