How to Create Your Personal Dashboard in Notion

Introduction

• Personal Dashboard: Your home base in Notion.
  • Quick access to task manager, note-taking system, project manager.
  • Embed linked database views to add tasks, notes, etc.
• Goal: Learn to build a personal dashboard from scratch with bonus tips.

Learning Approach

• Backfilling Concept: Learn by doing a project even if all concepts aren't clear.
  • Helps in quickly understanding and backfilling knowledge.

Example Personal Dashboard

• Personal Dashboard Elements:
  • Links to tasks, ultimate tasks views (today, tomorrow, next 7 days).
  • Links to note inbox, habit tracker, specific notes.
  • Linked databases for adding tasks/notes from the dashboard.
  • Visual elements (pictures, quotes, emojis).

Building the Dashboard

1. Creating the Layout

   • Full-width page setup.
   • Headings: Tasks, Notes, Web Links, Reference.
   • Background colors and emojis for headings.
   • Multi-column layout setup.

2. Adding Content Under Headings

   • Horizontal rules to separate sections.
   • Tasks Section:
     • Use free templates (Ultimate Tasks).
     • Links to today, tomorrow, next 7 days, and habit tracker.
     • Embed inbox view to add tasks directly from the dashboard.
     • Filters to limit the number of tasks displayed.
   • Notes Section:
     • Link to note-taking system (with filters and sorts for inbox).
     • Embed note inbox to dashboard.
   • Web Links:
     • Add quick access links using bookmarks.
   • Reference Section:
     • Links to frequently visited pages or ongoing projects.
     • Create a quotes page for easy access.

3. Additional Elements

   • Quick Links Bar: Table of contents widget in a toggle for easy navigation, especially on mobile.
   • Callout Block: Reminders or motivational quotes, synced across pages.
   • Daily Tasks List: A gallery view for daily tasks in a toggle for quick access.

4. Adding Weather Widget

   • Use Indify to create a weather widget, configure settings, and embed it into the dashboard.

Summary

• Downloadable Template: Available for personal use.
• Notion Fundamentals Course: Comprehensive course with written and video lessons.
• Templates Available: Ultimate Tasks, Note-taking, Habit tracker (all free).
• Community and Support: Active on Twitter for questions or guidance.

Resources

• Indify: Third-party tool for creating Notion widgets.
• Thomas Frank's Website: Free templates and Notion Fundamentals course.
• Creator's Companion: Paid template for managing content projects.

Remember: Work hard but maintain a balanced life. Use the dashboard to streamline tasks and stay organized.