The top 10 posts of 2011 on the Mind Mapping Software Blog

Here’s a look back at the most popular posts on the Mind Mapping Software Blog for 2011. It provides important clues on what’s hot in the world of visual mapping.

I’m actually going to share two top 10 lists with you. One is from Google Analytics, which is strictly based upon page views. The other one is calculated by the WordPress blogging platform; it uses a combination of factors to determine popularity. Think of them as two different perspectives into the wild year that was 2011:

Google Analytics

1. Mind mapping on the iPad: A game changer
2. 2 mind mapping apps showcase the promise of the Android smartphone platform
3. The 4 best mind mapping programs for project management
4. First impressions: Mind mapping apps for the iPad 
5. 8 new mind mapping applications enable you to capture your ideas on the iPhone 
6. How to think like Steve Jobs mind map
7. Concept maps vs. mind maps
8. iMindMap 5 evolves into a solid business mind mapping tool
9. How to do a SWOT analysis using a mind map
10. A mind map of 100+ tips for using Linkedin more effectively

WordPress post popularity

1. A mind map of 100+ tips for using Linkedin more effectively
2. iMindMap 5 evolves into a solid business mind mapping tool
3. Review: DropMind makes impressive debut on the iPad
4. Mind mapping apps for the iPad: The Dropbox connection
5. Review: OmniGraffle diagramming app for iPad offers excellent usability, unmatched functionality
6. Mind map analysis: A terrific visual decision making template
7. iMindMap 5, new online collaboration tool announced by ThinkBuzan
8. Video review: SimpleDiagrams software is a great way to get started with visual thinking
9. Mind Mapping Software: More Powerful Than You May Realize
10. Review: MindMeister for the iPad is ideal for mind mapping on the go

One topic dominated both lists in 2011: mind mapping on the iPad. As the popularity of Apple’s tablet grew by leaps and bounds during the last year, so did interest in visual mapping apps for it. My iPad is loaded with mind mapping apps – looks like I better step up the pace and review more of them this year!