Cards Quote by Randy Schekman
“When I was a postdoc, I jotted every fresh thought on a three-by-five card and kept them in a card catalogue.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Science Magazine, Randy Schekman, 2015
Documenting fleeting ideas on small cards preserves them for later development and prevents loss.
In simple terms: Write down ideas quickly.
Key Takeaway
Capture thoughts immediately.
Themes
creativity
organization
research
Mood
reflective
practical
Type
advice
process
When to use this quote
- lab meetings
- grant writing
- personal research
- project planning
Key Concepts
knowledge management
idea incubation
Questions to Reflect On
- What system do you use to revisit old ideas?
- How can digital tools improve this practice?
A Different Perspective
Physical cards may be lost or forgotten.
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