Divide the page into cues, notes, and summary sections to review lectures faster and identify gaps in your understanding.
Capture the central argument, key evidence, and your own questions rather than copying long passages that you will never reread.
Develop a small set of personal symbols for common words and ideas, then practise them until they become second nature.
Set aside thirty minutes each Friday to clear your inbox, update tasks, and choose the three priorities for the coming week.