After trying Notion for the first time, when it appeared over the internet in 2016 I've thought it's too complex for my tasks, and throw it away. But after starting the blog I've understood that setting repetitive tasks has to be somehow organised and it's needed to track the progress. Many feelancers are constantly stating that they're using Notion and it's a lifesaver. Finally, my defensive wall was destroyed and I've decided to take a closer look to the process.

After checking dozens of templates for freelance CMS, project management, content calendars, etc. It was clear that it's needed to learn basics before I can tune some templates to my needs. Or maybe it's better to create one by myself.

Below is the list of free resources that will help learn basics and some advanced things at least without huge pain. Just time, as usual.

Fundamentals

Thomas Frank

But also I remember him explaining advanced things, worth checking.

Notion Fundamentals - The Complete Notion Course for Beginners
The comprehensive, public, and 100% free guide to Notion. Go from beginner to Notion expert with video lessons, articles, and downloadable templates.

Notion tutorials, obviously

Notion Academy — 101: Introduction
Navigate Notion, add blocks, create database views for yourself and small groups of teammates.

Notion for Video projects - Linkedin Course

Paid course on linkedin, but as I've noticed, if you watch the preview and maybe some unlocked videos of the course - the next day linkedin grants the access for 24 hours. Try, maybe it will work for you.

Learning Notion Online Class | LinkedIn Learning, formerly Lynda.com
Save time and boost your productivity using the latest features of Notion, the popular tool for shared project management, scheduling, note-taking, team collaboration, and more.

Advanced

If you learned something already and can navigate through the stormy seas of Notion content, you can try the search and find necessary videos to learn specific features.

Tool Finder
Tool Finder is the world’s best place to find tools for work. Discover tools: https://toolfinder.co/ Millions of people use Tool Finder each year to choose their tools and watch our videos to help them narrow down their options. Submit your tool: https://toolfinder.co/submit-your-tool

2hrs Free course for beginners

(can take a day or even more to try it on practice).

Long running video to try some things in gaps between you regular tasks

20 minutes course if you seek for a fast result (around 2 hours to practice in reality).


Examples of free templates for project management

Video Production Manager Template | Notion Marketplace
The Video Production Manager Notion Template streamlines video projects from start to finish, helping agencies and creators manage tasks, assets, and team collaboration all in one place for efficient production. | Discover new ways to use Notion across work and life.
Project Management Template | Notion Marketplace
Transform your work environment and elevate your team’s productivity today! | Discover new ways to use Notion across work and life.
Project Management (Tasks & Projects Planning) Template | Notion Marketplace
Do you find yourself juggling multiple projects, struggling to keep track of tasks, deadlines, and team collaboration? | Discover new ways to use Notion across work and life.

It can be hard to understand the concept and even basics of Notion, but taking real task like workouts or other habbit tracking may help you learn basics much easier. And then you can make a painless transition to some working task or project. Every minute spent on learning Notion will return in the form of organized projects, saved mental health and earned money.

I will continue to check various materials about Notion and will post something interesting later.

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