Blurting Method

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Welcome to Week 24 of TechExec, the newsletter that turbocharges your growth to become a tech executive!

Last week, I released the 5th episode of my podcast called Careers Not Ladders. The episode featured Weston Ruths, a Marine Corps veteran who is now a product manager in the gaming industry. His other talents include acapella, dancing, martial arts, and coding. Super interesting guy! You got to watch the episode :)

As always, we are sharing a new set of BLTs this week

• 💼 B - a Business concept / theory / story

• 💝 L - a lifestyle advice

• 🤖 T - a Tech explainer

Here is the schedule:

Monday —>💼 B - a Business concept / theory / story

Wednesday —> 💝 L - a lifestyle advice

Friday —> 🤖 T - a Tech explainer

This week we covered SAFE on Monday, and we will cover CAC Payback Period on Friday.

Today’s lifestyle advice is on the Blurting Method!

💼 L - Blurting Method

The Blurting method, despite its somewhat unusual name, is a rather ingenious learning technique that aids in improving comprehension and retention of information. So, what exactly is this method?

It’s a learning strategy where one spontaneously expresses their thoughts or ideas without holding back, almost like blurting out an answer before anyone else in class. There is a note-taking version of the Blurting Method too. Essentially, you read a passage of text or notes, shut them, and jot down as much of the information as you can recall. This causes your brain to work harder to remember the knowledge, hammering it into your long-term memory. The primary principle behind the Blurting Method is to encourage free thinking and spontaneous responses. This approach fosters creativity, improves memory recall, and enhances problem-solving skills.

But how does it aid in learning? The Blurting method stimulates active engagement and participation. Instead of passively absorbing information, learners actively contribute to discussions by spontaneously sharing their thoughts. This breaks the monotony of traditional learning methods and makes the process more interactive and exciting. Moreover, when you blurt out an idea, it means that you have understood the concept well enough to articulate it spontaneously. Therefore, this method aids in better comprehension and long-term retention of information.

In your personal life, the Blurting method can be used in several ways. For instance, while reading a book or watching a movie, try to predict the ending or the next sequence of events. This not only enhances your engagement with the content but also stimulates your analytical and predictive abilities. In social settings, don't hesitate to share your thoughts or opinions on a topic being discussed. Your spontaneous contribution may add a new perspective to the discussion and foster a more lively exchange.

In a professional environment, the Blurting method can be immensely helpful during brainstorming sessions. Encouraging team members to blurt out ideas can stimulate creative thinking and lead to innovative solutions. For example, if you're in a meeting discussing ways to improve your company's social media presence, don't hold back if an idea pops into your head. Blurt it out! Your spontaneous suggestion could potentially be the groundbreaking strategy your team was looking for.

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