Highlighting Research Smarter: A Color-Coded System for Reading Papers

Highlighting Research Smarter: A Color-Coded System for Reading Papers Ever feel overwhelmed by a stack of dense research papers? In this episode, we share my color-coded highlighting system that turns pages of text into a clear, visual map. From marking research questions in green to spotlighting results and big takeaways in pink, we'll walk you through how we organize both qualitative and quantitative studies. You'll learn how each color helps make reading more intuitive, insightful, and, dare I say, enjoyable. For additional reference, here is how you can grab a one-page cheat sheet to start building your own system today. The Color-Coded System