nDuring the meeting/presentation:
nSit close to the speaker or meeting leader
nUse the note taking method and tools that work best (for you and/or for the setting)
nPractice “active listening”
nFocus on major ideas, detail and examples
nNote your responses and questions
nWrite in short phrases & abbreviated words
nUse one side of paper, skip lines, cross out errors and “move on”
nAsk questions to clarify or to slow speaker