Is it okay to do a Case reflection one day after the actual practice?

Hey, totally get that post‑case tiredness. Here’s a simple two‑step hack that keeps things fresh without draining you:

1. Quick brain dump (5–10 mins):
   Right after the case, grab a piece of paper or open a note app and bullet out the main feedback points and any “aha” moments. Even if you’re beat, spending five minutes on this will save you a ton of “what was that insight again?” later.
2. Deeper dive next day:
   When you’re more rested, run through the case solo—focus on those bullets you jotted down. Expand each point into a quick reflection and jot down a couple of drills to tackle any weak spots.

Why this rocks:

• You lock in key details before they vanish.
• Revisiting later helps cement the learning.
• You’re not spending an hour trying to recall everything—just sharpening the bits that matter.

Give it a shot and tweak it as you go. You’ll find the sweet spot between freshness and depth in no time!

Hi there,

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your question:

• First of all, I would strongly advise you to do at least a very short reflection right after the case study - just a brain dump of the key feedback points and moments where you felt stuck or unsure.
• Moreover, I would advise you to come back to the case the next day, when you're fresh, and reflect more deeply, trying to re-do the case or parts of it, based on your notes.
• Lastly, I would advise you to create a short checklist of recurring feedback and track progress across case studies - it makes your improvement more structured and visible.

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Best,

Hagen

Hi there,

I agree with Jeroen: it is advisable to do it right after. If you are too tired to recap it fully, try to at least write down all the feedback that you get immediately after.

This way, you will at least be able to ensure improvement in those areas when reviewing the case.

Cheers

Kevin

I would always try to do so immediate reflection right after the case. As you already indicated yourself, getting those nuances right is often critical once you’re in more advanced preparation stages. However, it is perfectly fine to revisit it for further reflection a few days later.

I don't think there is a 100% right way... instead it would depend on your capacity and ability to also take down or record observations during and after your practice.

The hardest thing to do is to actually try and recall exactly what happened and what specifically was said. Practically - the easiest solution to this is to record your session (even audio only is useful). This way you don't have to worry about trying to recall what happened, and if you had an impression about what went wrong but didn't write it down right after the session, i'm pretty sure if you listen to the recording it will come back. 

Hi there,

I can understand that you're tired. If anything, it's a good sign that you're engaging as much as you can with the case. 

I'd recommend that instead of waiting until the next day, you just take a 10-15 minute break and then timebox yourself for a 10-15 minute reflection. You'll get more out of it this way, you'll have a sense of satisfaction with this closure, and it won't all seem so daunting anymore. 

Best,
Cristian

Hi there, it is okay to do it one day after. It might actually allow you to look at the problem with a fresh pair of eyes, which could be helpful. 
To avoid missing important details, you can take notes the details given first, then review/reflect the day after. 

Best, 

Emily

Hey there,

Best practice is actually a mix: do a quick 5-min jot-down right after the case (key learnings, what felt off, surprises), then a deeper reflection the next day when you're fresh. That way you capture nuance but still get the benefit of retrying and internalizing.

So your current approach is solid, just add that mini post-case brain dump to avoid losing insights.

Happy to help you build a little reflection routine if helpful!

best,
Alessa :)

It’s better to reflect immediately afterwards while the performance is still fresh.

Hi there,

Q: Is it okay to do a Case reflection one day after the actual practice?

It would probably make sense to write down some notes right after the practice to avoid forgetting them, particularly for the key areas of improvement. Once that is done, if you are tired, you can go back to the details during the following days.

Best,

Francesco

Hi there,
One idea is to make voice notes right after the case, and deep dive on the review the day after. This way you won't forget what's more important and give yourself some air before going back to practice.

Best,

Mari