Begin with the center of the map ("Central Topic" or "Idea") and add supporting ideas around it, moving clockwise.

Once you've established your Central Topic or Idea and have added supporting ideas, drill them down even further. Working this way helps to establish well-thought-out plans and increases your chances of success.

Set priorities, resources, and other values in your map through the use of Map Markers. These are essential in determining what needs to be done and when.

Establish direct access to all documents of an existing folder from MindManager. You can also link Microsoft Excel files up to your map. Using these powerful features, your map becomes a central reference point for everyone involved.

With MindManager, you have the capability to foster successful team collaboration through setting objectives, defining and assigning tasks, and capturing comments and changes along the way.