Organizing Research for a Side Project

Organizing Research for a Side Project

Starting a side project can be exciting, but it often leads to chaos. You dive into research, save links, and before you know it, you’re knee-deep in a mess of bookmarks and notes that you can’t make sense of. I’ve been there, and it’s frustrating.

You might think you’re organized because everything is saved somewhere, but once you try to find that one crucial article or video, all you get is a headache. That’s why having a solid system in place is essential. Let’s break down how to keep your research organized and effective.

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Start with Clear Goals

Before you even start saving links, define what success looks like for your project. Are you gathering information for a blog post, a presentation, or something else? Knowing your end goal helps you filter out the noise and focus on what really matters.

I recommend writing down your objectives. This way, every link you save should serve a purpose. If it doesn’t, skip it. Clear goals help in narrowing down the resources you collect and save time later.

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Use a Bookmark and Notes Organizer

Using a simple bookmark tool can transform how you manage your research. With Markwise, you can save anything from articles to YouTube videos and highlight important sections. Don’t just save links—summarize them too. This way, when you look back, you can quickly remember why you saved it in the first place.

Utilize features like the BrainBar Command Palette for quick access to your saved content. You can even create separate spaces for different projects, making it easy to find what you need without sifting through irrelevant bookmarks.

Organize by Themes or Categories

Create categories for your research. This makes it easier to locate specific information later on. You could have sections for articles, videos, statistics, or case studies. When the time comes to pull everything together, you’ll be glad you did this upfront.

Using tags or labels can also help with organization. With Markwise, you can easily tag your bookmarks, allowing you to group related information visually and logically.

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Review and Refine Regularly

Once you’ve gathered a good amount of research, take the time to review it. I know it can feel like a chore, but it’s essential for keeping only the most relevant and useful information. Delete what you don’t need and refine your notes.

Set a reminder to revisit your research regularly. This can be weekly or monthly, depending on your timeline. Keeping your workspace tidy prevents the overwhelm that comes with clutter, allowing you to focus on what truly matters.

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Call to Action

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