The Power of Big Post-it Notes in Meetings
I’d be lying if I said using Big Post-it Notes in meetings was my idea. It wasn’t. Humans have been writing for over 5,000 years, dating back to around 3400–3300 BC in Mesopotamia. Back then, cuneiform was etched into clay tablets—not exactly easy to stick on a meeting room wall and take home.
There’s an organization in Metro Phoenix’s East Valley that has been teaching small businesses how to grow for years. I was one of their clients in 2016/2017. Today, they host quarterly meetings at The Works. By the time they leave, the Higley Room walls are completely covered in giant Post-it notes. And yes, they take every single one with them. But why?
The Higley Room has two whiteboards, which are great for brainstorming and quick notes. The downside? The notes get erased almost immediately. With Big Post-it Notes, the value doesn’t disappear.
Why Use Big Post-it Notes in Meetings?
One word: retention.
When people write on oversized sticky notes, they take their ideas with them. That portability makes them far more powerful than a whiteboard. Large Post-it notes for meetings create a platform for brainstorming, problem-solving, and visual thinking, turning collaboration into something tangible and lasting.
Studies confirm that handwriting beats typing when it comes to memory. Handwritten notes improve retention, comprehension, and long-term understanding. Using Big Post-it Notes in meetings combines the proven benefits of handwriting with the flexibility of moving notes around the room.
Enhanced Visual Impact
One of the greatest advantages of Big Post-it Notes is their bold visual impact. Their sheer size makes ideas impossible to ignore. Large sticky notes can be written in big, eye-catching letters, ensuring everyone sees and engages with them.
Bright colors and large space make it easy to categorize, prioritize, and organize ideas. This visual clarity fosters teamwork and helps participants remember key points long after the meeting ends.
Flexible Collaboration
Unlike whiteboards or digital tools, giant Post-it notes can be stuck anywhere—walls, windows, tables—and rearranged on the fly. Team members can move notes, group related ideas, and see patterns emerge in real time. This tactile process builds ownership and encourages everyone to participate.
Streamlined Organization
With more writing space than standard sticky notes, Big Post-it Notes are perfect for organizing complex discussions. Each sheet represents a distinct idea, which makes categorizing and synthesizing easy. Teams can build timelines, workflows, or brainstorming clusters that remain visible throughout the meeting.
Encourages Active Participation
The simple act of writing on large sticky notes sparks engagement. Instead of passively listening, participants are actively creating, contributing, and sharing. This inclusive approach fosters communication, teamwork, and stronger buy-in from everyone in the room.
With Big Post-it Notes “You Can Take It With You”
The real magic of Big Post-it Notes in meetings is portability. At the end of the session, your ideas don’t get erased—they travel with you. Bring them to the next meeting to measure progress, hold your team accountable, and keep goals visible.
Low-Tech Follow-Up
Carrying forward Big Post-it Notes from one meeting to the next provides continuity. Walking into a room with the previous session’s notes already on the walls sets the tone: progress matters.
Hosting a meeting at The Works? Order your Big Post-it Notes ahead of time. Ship them directly to The Works at 1525 S Higley Road, Suite 104, Gilbert, AZ 85296, and let us know—we’ll hold them for your meeting.
And when your team leaves a room plastered in Big Post-it Notes, you’ll know exactly how much you accomplished.
