Business/07. Dynamics of memory (to understand how your memory work).
Business/07. Dynamics of memory (to understand how your memory work).
Understanding the dynamics of memory is essential not just for students or professionals, but for anyone who wants to learn faster, retain better, and perform smarter. Here’s a clear and practical explanation of how your memory works, especially in the context of business and learning success.
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Business/07 – Dynamics of Memory: How Your Memory Works- 1.1
1. What Is Memory? - 1.2
2. Types of Memory - 1.3
3. Memory Process: How It Works - 1.4
4. Tips to Boost Business Memory & Learning - 1.5
Real Business Example: - 1.6
Bonus: Memory & Emotional Intelligence - 1.7 Business/07. Dynamics of memory (to understand how your memory work).
- 1.8 THE PSYCHOLOGY OF MEMORY
- 1.9 UNIT 7 MEMORY
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Business/07 – Dynamics of Memory: How Your Memory Works
1. What Is Memory?
Memory is your brain’s ability to:
- Encode (take in information),
- Store (retain it), and
- Retrieve (recall it when needed).
In business, sharp memory is crucial for:
- Remembering facts, figures, names, and strategies.
- Learning from past mistakes.
- Applying lessons to real-world problems.
2. Types of Memory
| Type | Function | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Sensory Memory | Very short-term input from senses | Seeing a slide for a second |
| Short-Term Memory | Holds info for 20–30 seconds | Remembering a phone number |
| Working Memory | Actively processes information | Doing mental calculations |
| Long-Term Memory | Stores information for long periods | Recalling business strategies |
3. Memory Process: How It Works
Encoding
Turning sensory input into a meaningful mental representation.
- Tip: Use mnemonics, chunking, and visualization.
Storage
Maintaining information over time.
- Tip: Repetition and connection help consolidate memory.
Retrieval
Accessing stored information.
- Tip: Use active recall and spaced repetition.
4. Tips to Boost Business Memory & Learning
A. Use Visualization
- Turn data into mental images or mind maps.
- Visual memory is stronger than verbal.
B. Spaced Repetition
- Review material over increasing intervals.
- Example: Learn → Review next day → After 3 days → After 7 days.
C. Connect New Info to Old Knowledge
- Create associations.
- Example: Link new marketing tactic to an old campaign.
D. Teach Others
- Explaining a concept to someone else strengthens your own memory.
E. Sleep & Hydration
- Memory consolidation happens during deep sleep.
- Dehydration affects focus and memory.
Real Business Example:
A sales manager uses chunking to remember 15 client names by grouping them by region. They also use a mind map of the sales funnel to remember key decision-making triggers. By reviewing this map weekly (spaced repetition), they reduce mistakes and close deals faster.
Bonus: Memory & Emotional Intelligence
- Emotional triggers enhance memory retention.
- Stories, humor, or personal relevance make business presentations more memorable.
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