Shorthand uses the phonetic sound of the speaker, meaning that you are recording the sounds of the speaker, not the English.  Silent letters are omitted.  Phrases are combined and over a period of time you learn to develop your own characters, phrases and shortcuts.

With all the new technology it boggles my mind that a 30-year-old would consider such an arcane way of writing.  But wait, on second thought, there are enormous advantages to writing as fast as someone else talks (without the skills of a court reporter), quickly committing thoughts to paper, and having almost complete privacy on anything you’ve written in Shorthand.

In the last two years I’ve taken multiple Internet courses (Webinars).  Taking notes has never been an issue, no matter how fast the instructor spoke.  In addition, I find that listening and writing at the same time increases the memory curve by at least sixty percent.

Generally you write on only the left hand side of the paper, leaving the right side for additions, thoughts or corrections.

As a lefty, I often turn the legal pads upside down so the spine won’t interfere with my writing.

If you’re looking for a quick, practical method for taking accurate, efficient notes, consider Shorthand.  It will be a handy skill you can carry with you!

(Deciphered)  I hope that this post has given you some valuable information to consider using in the future.

To Our Massive Success,

Dar