Sketchnote Army Podcast

Sketchnote Army Podcast Season 11 starts next week!Hey, It’s Mike Rohde, and I’m here to announce season 11 of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is launching on Tuesday, February 15th, 2022. This season we’re adding YouTube videos for every episode so you can hear the podcast episodes — or watch them!Special thanks to this season’s sponsor, Concepts, the infinite canvas sketching app.
Watch this space on Tuesday, February 15th for episode 1!

In this final episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast for season 10, Alec and Mike have gathered all the tips: from this season and have added an uplifting music soundtrack to them. We hope this unique listening experience will inspire you as you reflect on this year and prepare for the new year ahead.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: What is “all the tips” about?Alec and Mike’s favorite tips from the seasonAll The Tips!OutroTips: Alejo PorrasIf you’re stuck, get help.Ask the question of where you are to define the problem.Acknowledge that everything changes and you have a chance to change things for the better.Tips: Eleanor BeerPreparation in advance is key.Practice active listening.Keep a pack of sticky note handy to capture fast informationMake sure you have lots of backupsTips: Dario PaniaguaRead your visual map, does it flow?Remember whitespace to let your visuals breatheRead other books UNRELATED to your fieldTry new things, different thingsVisual thinking is about THINKING!Tips: Rasagy SharmaBe kind to yourself.Sketchnote for yourself, not others.Find your tribe!Tips: Josie DeeDon’t stop because you’ve plateaued — just keep doing it!Play with alphabets and “Challenge Accepted!”Listen to music in a new way.Tips: Matt RaglandStart small and get your first win!Be encouraged to create your own system.Bookend your week with a preview and a review.Tips: Sheena MaysDo something different.Teach.Practice. Practice = Progress. It takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something.Tips: Ben NorrisBelieve in yourself!Listen well.Try different layoutsFollow those who teach drawing, load ideas into your handTips: Mister MaikelWhy do you draw? Learn to draw for passion!Draw everywhere and all the time. Carry a sketchbook!Count your blessings not your troubles.Tips: Mina LegendExploring other visual people’s work on InstagramUse The Noun ProjectDo your best and it will be fine!Tips: Marc GutmanFocus on something you want to learn and focus on it.Reference books to learn.Get a new pen!Tips: Anh BuiFall in love with the process!Invest in your skillset with education.Look into other fields, translate those concepts into visuals.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, hear from Anh Bui, a graphic recorder and illustrator who lives and works independently in Germany.Hear Anh’s story of discovering graphic recording, and how a wise manager graciously facilitated the opportunity for her to develop skills as a graphic recorder.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is AnhAnh’s origin storyWork that Anh is doing nowWhat does Anh do to keep sane in a pandemic?MeditationReadingReflectionTools3 tipsOutroLinksAnh’s websiteAnh on InstagramAnh on LinkedInToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Neuland PensStaedler Pigment LinerFabriano AccademiaCopic MarkersiPad ProApple PencilProcreateConceptsTipsFall in love with the process!Invest in your skillset with education.Look into other fields, translate those concepts into visuals.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, branding and storytelling expert Marc Gutman shares how he uses images and words together to tell the stories of brands for entrepreneurs and businesses.Learn about Marc’s unique visual task list and how sketchnotes have integrated themselves into his life, in this interesting interview.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is MarcMarc’s origin storyWork that Marc is doing nowCreating Instagram CarouselsWhat does Marc do to keep sane in a pandemic?Spent time learning new thingsPlaying PickleballTools3 tipsOutroLinksMarc on InstagramMarc on LinkedInMarc on YouTubeWildstoryBaby got Backstory PodcastMichael Janda on the business of sketchnoting - SE09 / EP13PickelballMichael JohnsonToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Apple KeynoteTime TimerPost-It NotesNeuland OutlinersMarc’s BuckslipsSony a73MiroNotionSuperhumaniPad ProApple PencilProcreateNotabilityTipsFocus on something you want to learn and focus on it.Reference books to learn.Get a new pen!CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, Mina Legend shares how she connects the dots from tango dancing moves and bartending skills to make her visual thinking unique.Hear how she and her visual thinking firm, Big Brain Agency, provide live scribing and visual facilitation for small and large customers in Sweden, Europe, and worldwide.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is MinaMina’s origin storyWork that Mina is doing nowWhat does Mina do to keep sane in a pandemic?DancingMeditation and yogaMoving in with a roommateTools3 tipsOutroLinksMina on InstagramMina on LinkedInMina at IFVPBig Brain Agency on InstagramBig Brain Agency on LinkedInBig Brain Agency on TwitterBig Brain AgencyNikki VisualToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.NeulandPoscaMolotowiPad ProApple PencilProcreateMirroring 360 appMicrosoft Surface Hub 2SSamsung Flip 2 Digital FlipchartThe Noun ProjectTipsExploring other visual people’s work on InstagramUse The Noun ProjectDo your best and it will be fine!CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, Michael Geiß-Hein, better known as “Mister Maikel” from Germany, shares his journey from analog-only to adding digital graphic recording and sketchnoting to his company’s options.Mister Maikel also talks about his experience creating his new book on sketchnoting, “Sketchnotes, Dein Workshop” or “Sketchnotes, Your Workshop” where he teaches you to improve your sketchnotes in 6 weeks.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts.An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture.Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is Mister Maikel?Mister Maikel’s origin storyAbout Michael’s new book, “Sketchnotes, Dein Workshop” or “Sketchnotes, Your Workshop”What does Maikel do to keep sane in a pandemic?Learning to play the guitarLooking after his inner voiceSpend a lot of time with his kidsMore collaborationAdapting to digital before and the pandemicCrafting digital experiencesLoving local, analog experiences, and performancesTools3 tipsOrigin story of the “Mister Maikel” nameOutroLinksMister Maikel’s WebsiteMister Maikel on InstagramSketchnotes Dein WorkshopMartin HaussmannArt, Work & Progress MINI Interview in GermanToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Signal Pilot Monoline PenPilot Brush PenNeuland PensSakura Pigma PenKapa Line BoardsiPad ProApple PencilProcreateAdobe PhotoshopTipsWhy do you draw? Learn to draw for passion!Draw everywhere and all the time. Carry a sketchbook!Count your blessings not your troubles.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode I talk with Ben Norris, a software developer, sketchnoter, mental health advocate, blacksmith, a loving husband and father of 7.Ben shares his passion for mental health, and how sketchnoting is a meditative practice he’s used to support his own journey with ideas for you too.Journey along with us on this thoughtful discussion.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is Ben?Ben’s origin storyThe possibilities of career changeLayering sketchnotes on top of something you loveSketchnoting as a means to solving problemsSermon and church sketchnotesConference sketchnotesWhat does Ben do to keep sane in a pandemic?Creating family experiences togetherLearning and practicing mindfulnessSketchnoting as a mindfulness practiceTools3 tipsOutroLinksBen’s WebsiteMental Work HealthSketchnotableGospel SketcherBen on Micro.blogBen on TwitterBen on InstagramBen on LinkedInBack of the Napkin by Dan RoamEva-Lotta LammJeffrey ZeldmanBalsamiqJason Barron on the Sketchnote Army PodcastRob DimeoBook: Understanding Comics by Scott McCloudToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Moleskine SketchbooksThe Sketchnote IdeabookStudio Neat’s TotebookPilot G2 0.7mm Gel PeniPad ProApple PencilLinea SketchPaper by WeTransferProcreateTipsBelieve in yourself!Listen well.Try different layoutsFollow those who teach drawing, load ideas into your handCreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode of the podcast, I talk with Sheena Mays, a music teacher, sketchnoter, and lettering artist about her journey from music to sketchnoting to hand-lettering. Learn how hand-lettering as therapy for multiple sclerosis led Sheena to launch a hand-lettering and sketchnoting company — in the pandemic — and how this challenge strengthened her mindset and her business.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is Sheena?Sheena’s origin storyHow Sheena’s business emergedMusical sketchnotesSketchnote workshops in schoolsBusiness and the importance of finding balanceThe pros and cons of social mediaCreating sketchnotes from recordings vs. liveThe importance of regular practiceWhat doers Sheena do to keep sane in a pandemicWalking her dogPlaying music on the keyboardReadingTools3 tipsOutroLinksSheena’s WebsiteSheena on InstagramSketch Notes School on PatreonSheena on YouTubeSheena on LinkedInSheena on TwitterSheena on FacebookToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Blackwing Slate MediumBlackwing PencilsTombow Lettering ToolsTombow FudenosukeSharpie Gel PensiPad ProApple PencilProcreateAdobe Creative SuiteTipsDo something different.Teach.Practice. Practice = Progress. It takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode, Matt Ragland, a productivity guide, creator coach, and sketchnoter, talks about how he integrates sketchnoting elements into his productivity practice.Learn how your abilities as a creative person can enhance your productivity practice, and why your bullet journal pages don’t need to be Instagram-worthy to be valuable to you.Time to get productive!Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts.An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture.Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is Matt?Matt’s origin storyEmbellished and minimal productivity approachesMaking productivity systems work for youTransitioning to independent workTools3 tipsOutroLinksMatt’s websiteMatt on YouTubeMatt’s Daily EmailsMy 10 Year Overnight Success as a YouTuber & CreatorMost Productive Week Ever CourseConnect the Dots PodcastMatt on InstagramMatt on TwitterMatt’s Simple 3 Step Habit Building System3 Keys of ProductivityFind an extra 30 minutes in your dayStory Signals Episode 4: Mike Rohde teaches us about creativity, conflict, and opportunityThe Daily Plan BarRyder CarrollFull Focus JournalBrad Dowdy and The Pen AddictToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Baron Fig Confidant NotebooksLeuchtturm 1917 Bullet Journal NotebookField NotesSquire PenBlackwing Palomino PenciliPad ProApple PencilProcreatePaper by WeTransferGoodNotesNotionRoam ResearchTipsStart small and get your first win!Be encouraged to create your own system.Bookend your week with a preview and a review.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!

In this episode of the podcast, hear from Josie Dee — a sketchnoter, author, script-writer, and poet as she shares how she entered into visual thinking and continues to use Sketchnotes every day in unique ways.Josie found a niche at work where she captures sketchnotes that help clarify communications, and how initially it was a challenge to convince her colleagues of the benefits. Hear the unique ways she meets colleagues where they are to teach sketchnoting and how she documents her research, using sketchnotes.Sponsored by ConceptsThis episode of the Sketchnote Army Podcast is brought to you by Concepts. An infinite canvas sketching app built for tablets with a stylus, like the iPad Pro, Microsoft Surface, and Samsung Galaxy Tab.Concepts’ infinite canvas lets you spread out and sketch in any direction. Draw and take notes with liquid pens, markers and brushes in your favorite Copic designer colors.Everything you draw in Concepts is a flexible vector, so you can move your notes around the canvas, or change their color, tool or size with a simple gesture. Drag and drop images onto the canvas, and use layers and grids to organize your creative space. When you’re ready to share, export straight to your friends or team.SEARCH ”Concepts” in your favorite app store for infinite, flexible sketching.Learn more: Concepts AppRunning OrderIntro: Who is Josie Dee?Josie’s origin storyCelebrating mistakesUsing space to visualizeMemory Palace MethodSketchnoting in the officeTeaching sketchnoting to colleaguesSketchnotes for user researchSketchnotes for writingUsing sketchnotes to break writer’s blockPandemic optimistic counterweights:New puppy, ScullyWriting poetryTools3 tipsOutroLinksJosie’s websiteJosie on InstagramJosie on TwitterJosie on FacebookThe Memory Palace or Method of lociToolsAmazon affiliate links support the Sketchnote Army Podcast.Tombow Brush PensMuji PensStaedtler Fineliner 308iskn SlateiPad ProApple PencilTipsDon’t stop because you’ve plateaued — just keep doing it!Play with alphabets and “Challenge Accepted!”Listen to music in a new way.CreditsProducer: Alec PulianasTheme music: Jon SchiedermayerSubscribe to the Sketchnote Army PodcastYou can subscribe to the podcast through iTunes, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or your favorite podcast listening source.Support the PodcastTo support the creation, production and hosting of the Sketchnote Army Podcast, buy one of Mike Rohde’s bestselling books. Use code ROHDE40 at Peachpit.com for 40% off!