Do I need any special graphic design training to create visual maps with mind mapping software?
No, you don’t. Most mind mapping software is well-designed; you can become proficient at adding branches and keywords to your maps within a matter of minutes. No special knowledge is required, except a willingness to think in a non-linear fashion. In fact, several of the leading mind mapping software programs have a “brainstorming” mode that enables you to quickly capture your ideas, without getting in the way of the flow of your thinking.