Part of: people as patter matching machines
Understanding your notetaking archetype—such as Architect or Gardener—helps you tailor your digital note organization to fit your natural preferences and strengths1. For example:
- If you’re an Architect, you’ll thrive with structured systems, clear hierarchies, and apps that let you build organized frameworks (like Notion)23.
- If you’re a Gardener, you’ll benefit from tools that encourage organic growth and connections between notes, supporting exploration and idea development (like Obsidian or Roam Research).
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By aligning your tools and workflows with your archetype, you reduce friction, make note retrieval easier, and keep your system enjoyable and sustainable. This self-knowledge also helps you avoid common pitfalls—Architects can avoid overengineering, while Gardeners can prevent chaos by adding just enough structure.
Understanding where you fall on these axes allows you to select tools, workflows, and organizational methods that match your natural tendencies, making your system more intuitive, sustainable, and enjoyable to use. This personalized approach reduces overwhelm and increases the likelihood that your digital organization will support your goals effectively.4
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Footnotes
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Digital archetypes: a tool for understanding personality … - Nature https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-023-02327-0 ↩
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The 4 Notetaking Styles: How to Choose a Digital Notes App as … https://fortelabs.com/blog/the-4-notetaking-styles-how-to-choose-a-digital-notes-app-as-your-second-brain/ ↩
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Which Note App Are YOU? Discover Your Perfect Digital Home! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3dDVtJ2sec ↩
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Tips to Curate Effective Brand Archetypes For Your Business https://www.concretecms.com/about/blog/digital-business/tips-to-curate-effective-brand-archetypes-for-your-business ↩