Skimboard Blog

Knowledge is everywhere, but curiosity is rare. In an age of cheap information and AI-driven tools, curiosity is the only edge that matters.

AI isn’t flattening creativity — it’s opening the door to collective intelligence. The lone genius fades, and a new kind of originality rises.

Why traditional reading is collapsing, how skimming took over, and what this means for the future of literacy.

Learn how to adapt ideas from other industries and disciplines without copying — a practical guide to creative cross-pollination.

Learn how to recycle abandoned notes and half-finished projects into fresh insights using the creative practice of idea composting.

How AI‑generated summaries, conversational search, and adaptive text could reshape our attention, comprehension, and critical‑thinking habits over the next five years.

Stop drowning in “final_v3_reallyFINAL.docx” files. Learn how lightweight version control keeps drafts straight, mistakes reversible, and teamwork drama-free.

Two simple time-management techniques, one shared goal: helping you stay locked in when the reading (or writing) gets heavy.

Lost in your own files? Learn the basics of metadata—what it is, why it matters, and how a few simple tags today save hours of hunting tomorrow.

Never misplace a highlight again—three tried-and-true frameworks explained in plain language, with real-world examples and starter steps.

A full-length, step-by-step guide to building a repeatable workflow that shepherds messy sources all the way to polished insights.

How concise summaries can unlock complex archival materials for scholars and wider audiences.

Why summarization and self-testing beat passive rereading—and a simple three-step approach you can use on tomorrow’s reading.

A lively look at how researchers breathe life into old scripts—whether the words curve in copperplate English, dance in colonial Spanish, or swoop in Ottoman Turkish.

In-depth, practical strategies to masterfully navigate and deeply understand texts in foreign languages—suitable for students, professionals, and lifelong learners.

Tips and strategies for converting handwritten and scanned patient notes into accurate, usable digital formats without losing the important details.

A senior’s guide to using Eppler & Mengis’ framework to streamline your reading pipeline and keep overwhelm at bay.

Friendly, field-tested strategies for breaking down tough readings and turning them into clear, concise notes.

A quick look at how college students can read smarter, not harder, in a digital age.