Introduction
Notion is incredibly powerful, but most people only use 10% of its features. Here are 5 tips that will 10x your productivity.
Tip 1: Use Linked Databases
Instead of creating separate databases for similar content, use linked databases.
Example: Create one "Tasks" database, then create linked views:
- View 1: Today's tasks (filtered by date)
- View 2: This week's tasks (filtered by date range)
- View 3: All tasks (no filter)
Tip 2: Master Keyboard Shortcuts
These shortcuts save me 30+ minutes daily:
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
/ |
Open command menu |
Ctrl+Shift+H |
Toggle heading |
Ctrl+B |
Bold |
Ctrl+I |
Italic |
Tip 3: Use Templates for Recurring Tasks
Create templates for weekly reviews, meeting notes, project planning, and daily journals.
Tip 4: Set Up a Dashboard
Create a central dashboard with quick links, current goals, today's tasks, and recent notes.
Tip 5: Use Relations and Rollups
Connect related databases to link tasks to projects, track progress automatically, and calculate totals.
Bonus: My Productivity Template
I've created a comprehensive Notion template that implements all these tips.
Features:
- 15+ pre-built templates
- Linked databases everywhere
- Keyboard shortcut guide
- Video tutorials
Get it here: Ultimate Productivity Planner
What's your favorite Notion tip?
