Building A Second Brain In Notion

Learn how to use Notion as a personal knowledge management system and a productivity tool based on GTD and BASB methods.

What you'll learn

How to use Notion as a powerful tool to capture, organize, and retrieve their ideas, knowledge, and tasks

How to apply the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology in Notion, the proven system for managing their attention and productivity

How to use the PARA method to structure their second brain in Notion, the four categories that cover all aspects of their life and work

How to create a master database for their projects and tasks in Notion, using the GTD principles of inbox, next actions, waiting for, someday/maybe, and complet

How to create a master database for their resources in Notion, using the types and formats that they prefer, such as notes, articles, books, podcasts, videos, e

How to customize their second brain with views, filters, formulas, templates, icons, and covers in Notion, making it more functional and aesthetic

How to engage with their second brain regularly in Notion, adding new inputs, organizing them into projects and resources, and reviewing them periodically

How to benefit from their second brain in Notion, boosting their creativity, efficiency, and learning

Requirements

A computer or a mobile device with internet access

A free Notion account (you can sign up here)

A basic familiarity with Notion and its features (you can learn more here)

A willingness to learn and experiment with new ideas and methods

This course is suitable for anyone who wants to use Notion as a personal knowledge management system and a productivity tool. You don’t need any prior experience with the GTD or BASB methods, as I will explain them in detail in this course. However, if you have some background knowledge, it will help you to follow along better.

Description

Do you want to learn how to build a second brain in Notion, the all-in-one workspace for your notes, tasks, projects, and more? Do you want to implement the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology in Notion, the proven system for managing your attention and productivity? If so, this course is for you!In this course, you will learn how to use Notion as a powerful tool to capture, organize, and retrieve your ideas, knowledge, and tasks. You will also learn how to apply the GTD principles and practices in Notion, such as creating inboxes, projects, next actions, contexts, and reviews. By the end of this course, you will have a fully functional second brain in Notion that will help you boost your creativity, efficiency, and learning.This course is suitable for anyone who wants to use Notion as a personal knowledge management system and a productivity tool. Whether you are a student, professional, entrepreneur, or lifelong learner, this course will help you take your Notion skills and your personal growth to the next level.Some of the topics covered in this course are:What is a second brain and why you need oneHow to set up Notion for your second brainHow to use the PARA method to structure your second brainHow to capture and clarify your inputs in NotionHow to organize and review your projects and tasks in NotionHow to engage with your second brain and make it work for youThis course is based on the work of Tiago Forte1; the creator of the Building a Second Brain method and David Allen; the author of the bestselling book Getting Things Done. You will also get access to a free Notion template that you can use to create your own second brain.Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to build a second brain in Notion and implement GTD in Notion. Enroll now and start creating your own digital assistant that will enhance your life and career.

Overview

Section 1: Module 1

Lecture 1 Let's create our My Second Brain Page

Lecture 2 Getting Things Done Section Preparation

Lecture 3 Brain Dump

Lecture 4 Databases and Pages

Section 2: Module 2

Lecture 5 Creating Projects Database

Lecture 6 Creating Areas Database

Lecture 7 Creating Resources Database

Lecture 8 Creating Archive Page

Lecture 9 Creating Notes & Ideas Database

Lecture 10 Creating Tasks Database

Section 3: Module 3

Lecture 11 Buttons at the top of the page

Lecture 12 Getting Things Done buttons

Lecture 13 Adding views in GTD system

Lecture 14 Deep Work Page

Lecture 15 Button assignments under Brain Dump Create

Lecture 16 PARA and Notes & Ideas Call out

Lecture 17 Access your Second Brain from your Mobile

Students who want to use Notion and Getting Things Done to organize their academic work, research, and learning.,Professionals who want to use Notion and GTD to manage their projects, tasks, and goals in their work environment.,Entrepreneurs who want to use Notion and GTD to plan, execute, and grow their business ideas and ventures.,Lifelong learners who want to use Notion and GTD to capture, store, and access their personal knowledge and insights.