When a manager reads this blog, they might think, well, you work for the company and it’s your job. That should be good enough. And it would be if you were a computer or a slave, but you’re a living human being with your own goals, ambitions, and mission. So, your work needs to be meaningful.

While taking notes during meetings may seem like an additional task, it offers a bundle of benefits to enhance your professional growth. Here are six of them:

1. Improves Comprehension: Notetaking encourages active listening, which helps you better understand the information being presented. This deeper comprehension can make you more effective in your role.
   
   
2. Boosts Memory Retention: The process of writing things down aids in memory retention. This can be valuable when you’re tasked with remembering important details from meetings.
   
   
3. Develops Attention to Detail: Notetaking can train you to pay attention to finer details and subtleties, a skill that is valuable in many professional...