ThinkBuzan June 2010 Newsletter

  • Get your latest iMindMap for iPad News!
    The launch of iMindMap for iPad is fast approaching – get your hot off the press first look here and sign up for exclusive updates.
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  • Last call for Summer training – heat up your career prospects instantly!
    Book onto our July iMindMap training and save 10% if you book onto both Accredited Courses.
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  • Latest news from Tony Buzan
    Tony is currently taking some well deserved rest – find out more and we’ll show you how you can pass on your ‘get well’ wishes.
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  • Tony talks to Forbes about the power of Mind Mapping
    Take a look at this footage of Tony speaking to the world’s most influential business magazine, Forbes.
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  • Football or soccer fan?
    Why not download our FREE World Cup Mind Maps – great for your office wall or to keep up with your team’s progress.
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  • ‘Improve Your Memory’ with this free article!
    Got that sinking feeling you’ve forgotten your shopping list again? Learn some simple memory tips and techniques, FAST.
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It’s coming...changing the way you Mind Map, forever! iMindMap for the iPad

iPad

When we at ThinkBuzan saw the iPad, it was love at first sight. Why? We were seeing the next chapter of Mind Mapping, in front of our very eyes. As anyone who has tried out the iPad knows, it is a revolutionary product, and iMindMap will be the perfect application for this organic and touchable tool.

Now, the launch for the iMindMap app for iPad is fast approaching, and we cannot wait to hear what you think about this next dimension of Mind Mapping. Until then, let us whet your appetites with a first look at iMindMap for iPad’s functionality...

Bigger and brighter than ever before

iPad

iMindMap Mobile Pro has proven to be popular around the globe, due to the physical experience of drawing – which triggers the kinaesthetic link between thinking and moving which can make hand-drawn Mind Maps so powerful. Imagine this experience using the iPad, where the dimensions of the screen mimic a blank canvas to Map across. The iPad enhances this ‘hand-drawing’ experience with a library of useful icons, the ability to attach notes, the option of Speed Mind Map Mode and of course an endless virtual page to spread your thoughts across.

Use the iPad as the bridge between your iMindMap Desktop organisation and in-depth planning, and your iPhone’s spontaneous idea bursts. Plus, the iPad is a great platform to get your message across simply and demonstrate your ideas, as you can use it to show a client a strategy, or to present a sales pitch, or to simply brainstorm creative thoughts with a colleague or classmates.

Building on the success of iMindMap Mobile Pro

iPad

The iMindMap application for the iPad will include the existing features of the current iPhone application, with added functionality.

Adapted to fit the larger dimensions of the iPad with full screen Mind Mapping, the app’s icons and central ideas will be sharper and brighter than ever before. Draw branches more smoothly and quickly, for seamless Mind Mapping. Speed Mind Map Mode has been improved to be even faster, for instant idea access. Organising your Maps will be easier than ever before, as the iPad app includes a brand new interface for selecting your saved Maps in a more visual and engaging way.

Revolutionising Mind Mapping

The iMindMap for iPad app is set to change the way we think about Mind Mapping, and will act as a vital addition to the growing iMindMap product suite: however you want to Mind Map, we will have the product to fit.

Don’t forget about iMindMap Mobile Pro!

Coming soon, we will be updating the iPhone application to ensure that everything is running smoothly, for ease of use and functionality.

Do you want to be the first to know about iMindMap for iPad’s arrival?

Fill in your details below to be one of the chosen few to find out our official release date, updates and latest app news.

 

Final call for Summer Training – heat up your career prospects instantly!

Summer Training

Our iMindMap Training Courses hit our headquarters in July, a summer highlight for all the team at ThinkBuzan. Bag some sizzling savings and get a red-hot addition to your training portfolio – details below! Your career prospects will have never seemed so sunny. Book and pay now to avoid disappointment – July is coming up fast, and these places won’t last long.

Plus, save 10% if you book and pay for both the iMindMap Licensed Instructor and iMindMap Master Trainer Courses, held on consecutive days for a complementary and powerful training experience.

Foundation

iMindMap Foundation Course

Ideal for the Mind Mapper who wants to become an expert user.

Do you love using iMindMap, but want to get to know all of the features with some expert guidance? Then why not try our iMindMap Foundation Course, led and facilitated by our expert iMindMap instructors, who guide you through every feature of iMindMap to ensure that you become a confident and instinctive user of this software tool for a wide range of purposes.

Location: Cardiff, UK

Date: Monday 5th July 2010 1.30pm-5.00pm

Cost: £175 ( + VAT)

Licensed Instructor

10% off both iMindMap courses!

iMindMap Licensed Instructor Course

Ideal for anyone wanting to enhance their CV or training portfolio with an iMindMap accreditation.

Are you ready to take your career in a new and exciting direction, or do you want to enhance your CV? In the current economic climate it’s vital to gain unique qualifications and diversify your skills. Become accredited with the iMindMap Licensed Instructor Course, where you are given an in-depth understanding of every aspect of iMindMap, and you are qualified to teach others to use iMindMap to improve their everyday processes, from personal to educational to business needs. Remember, if you book onto the Master Trainer course the next day you save 10%!

Location: Cardiff, UK

Date: 6th July 2010 9:00am – 5.00pm

Cost: £495 (+ VAT)

Master Trainer

10% off both iMindMap courses!

iMindMap Master Trainer Course

Ideal for anyone wanting to become a confident and skilled Trainer, to accredit future iMindMap Licensed Instructors.

Do you want to gain a unique insight into Mind Mapping and the ThinkBuzan organisation and Mind Mapping and become qualified to accredit others? Then you want the iMindMap Master Trainer Course, which builds on the foundations of the iMindMap Licensed Instructor Course. Led by ThinkBuzan CEO Chris Griffiths, this day focuses on the theory and practical applications of Mind Mapping. There is also an emphasis on honing your skills as a Trainer, and you receive tailored feedback from Chris Griffiths (an in-demand speaker who has toured the globe) on your presentational style.

Location: Cardiff, UK

Date: 7th July 2010 10:00am-5:00pm

Cost: £995 (+ VAT)

If you have any questions about any of the ThinkBuzan training courses, email training@thinkbuzan.com or call +44 (020) 71 177 173 or 1-800-961-4582.


Tony Update: Rest and Relaxation Prescribed for the On-the-Go Globetrotter

Tony Buzan

As anyone who has ever met Tony will know, he is a one-man dynamo. Travelling for 8 of the 12 months of the year, Tony works tirelessly to spread the word of Mind Mapping across the world, offering his services to exalted heads of government, leading organisations, disadvantaged children and university students. With all of this travelling, exertion and effort, it’s unsurprising that even the ever-active Tony needs a rest.

As some of you will be aware, Tony broke his leg some weeks ago and underwent major surgery to rectify this. Tony has now been ordered by his medical advisors to suspend all travel arrangements for the time being. He is now making a speedy and positive recovery, and we can’t wait to have him fighting fit again.

Chris Griffiths

Until Tony regains his full strength, he has entrusted his life’s mission to his long-time friend and student, Chris Griffiths, the CEO of ThinkBuzan. Tony has said that he is “in no doubt that Chris will be able to skilfully take the reins whilst I am away...I am certain there is no better man”. Chris Griffiths was appointed as CEO as the second expert in Mind Mapping worldwide next to Tony Buzan, and is proud to act as Tony’s ‘First Lieutenant’ while Tony recovers.

Twitter

Meanwhile, Tony is still monitoring his Twitter account (continuing his mission for global literacy even while stationary!) and we know he would be delighted to receive any messages of support or get well wishes. Or why not send Tony interesting or humorous stories, memories of Mind Mapping or anything that you would like, he would be very appreciative of your time.

Click here to follow Tony on Twitter!


Hooked on the World Cup? Check out our FREE World Cup Mind Maps, taking you from the group stages to the final!

World cup

If you are a big football or soccer fan, or simply want to cheer on your country, then download these free World Cup Mind Maps and follow the progress of this exciting sporting event.

Ideal to put on your wall, or office notice board – great if your team is running a sweepstake - you simply fill in the winning teams as the competition progresses! Colourful and fun, these Mind Maps are indispensible for any true World Cup fan.

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Recommend a friend

Why not send The FREE World Cup Mind Maps to a friend so that they can follow the progress of this exciting sporting event?
 

What we'll send them...

Hi 'Your Friend's Name',

I’ve downloaded these World Cup Mind Maps so I can follow the action through the Group Stages to the Final and I thought you would love them! Why not put them up on your notice board?

Head here to download your World Cup Mind Maps:
http://www.thinkbuzan.com/uk/newsletters/june2010#worldcup

Best,

'Your Name'