How to Create a Notion Business Hub (That Actually Helps You Work Smarter)
Ever feel like your business is scattered across 17 docs, five apps, and a dozen sticky notes? (Yeah, I’ve been there too)
Between client projects, content planning, marketing reports, and daily tasks, running a business can feel like a never-ending juggling act. But what if you had one central place where everything lived—so you always knew exactly what to focus on?
That’s where a Notion Business Hub comes in.
A well-structured Notion dashboard acts as your business command centre, bringing together everything you need—tasks, goals, projects, content, and analytics—so you can stop searching for things and start actually working on them.
In this guide, I’ll show you how to create a Notion Business Hub that’s both simple and effective. Read: no overcomplicating going on here.
What is a Notion Business Hub?
A Notion Business Hub is a custom dashboard that gives you an at-a-glance view of your most important business information in one place. Instead of jumping between different pages or apps, your dashboard acts as a home base for your work.
Why use a Notion Business Hub?
One source of truth: Everything you need is right there—no more digging through folders.
Saves time: No switching between tools like Trello, Google Docs, and Asana.
Customised for you: You control the setup to fit your workflow and your vibe.
Reduces overwhelm: Clarity = focus.
Who needs one?
Solopreneurs and freelancers – Running a business alone? This keeps things organised.
Creative business owners – From content creators to designers, a hub helps streamline projects.
Small business owners – Keep track of everything from clients to marketing in one place.
Essential components of a Notion Business Hub
The key to a great Notion dashboard? Only include what you actually need. Here’s what my own Notion Business Hub includes:
1. Daily and weekly to-do list
The best part of my hub? A focused view of my tasks for today and tomorrow.
How I set it up:
A filtered view of my task database that only shows tasks due today.
A second view for tomorrow so I can get a head start.
Priority tags and deadlines to keep things clear.
Why it’s helpful: No more guessing what to work on next. I open Notion and immediately see my focus for the day (some might say Notion is like my boss).
2. Goals and projects overview
To make progress, you need to see the bigger picture—not just daily tasks.
What I include:
Quarterly goals (so I stay aligned with my long-term vision).
A project database linked to tasks, showing progress at a glance.
Why it’s helpful: I can check in weekly and see if I’m actually moving the needle.
3. Content calendar snapshot
Since content is a big part of my business, my dashboard includes a mini content planner.
What I track:
What’s going live today (so I don’t forget to post it!).
Upcoming content deadlines.
A link to my full content calendar for planning.
Why it’s helpful: I always know what’s publishing, reducing last-minute scrambling.
4. Quick links to key reports
Instead of searching for my analytics, I have a section with quick links to important reports:
Marketing report (Google Analytics, social media performance, email stats).
Client tracking.
Why it’s helpful: Instant access to key data = smarter business decisions.
How to build your Notion Business Hub (step-by-step)
Step 1: Decide what to include
Before you build your hub, think about what information you actually need on a daily basis. That’s how I start all my Notion systems.
Ask yourself:
What do I check every day? (Tasks, projects, content?)
What slows me down? (Looking for reports? Finding deadlines?)
What would make my work easier? (Automation? Quick links?)
Pro tip: If you already have Notion databases for tasks or projects, don’t duplicate them—just link them into your dashboard.
Step 2: Create the layout
Now, let’s build it!
Create a new Notion page and name it something fun ("CEO HQ" or "Mission Control"). Mine is called BusinessOS (Ok ok, it’s not as fun, but it works for me, ok?)
Use linked databases to pull in your tasks, projects, and content calendar.
Add sections for key areas (e.g., "Today’s Focus," "Upcoming Content").
Use headings, columns, and toggles to keep it clean.
Pro tip: Start simple! You can always add more later.
Step 3: Automate and customise
Make your dashboard work for you with these Notion tricks:
Filters and sorting – Show only what’s relevant (e.g., "Tasks Due Today").
Templates and buttons – Create reusable templates for tasks or content planning.
Step 4: Test and refine
No system is perfect from day one. Use your hub for a week, then tweak:
Remove anything that feels unnecessary.
Rearrange sections for better flow.
Make sure it’s easy to update.
To be transparent, whenever I start using new systems I keep an ugly list at the very top where I note down all my ideas for improvements and make changes whenever I have time.
Common mistakes (and how to avoid them)
1. Overcomplicating the setup
Keep it simple. If it takes more time to maintain than it saves, rethink it.
2. Not checking it daily
Solution: Make your dashboard the first tab that opens when you launch Notion. Here’s how.
3. Forgetting to update it
Solution: Set a weekly check-in to review tasks, projects, and reports.
Ready to build your Notion Business Hub?
If you’re tired of feeling disorganised, creating a Notion Business Hub will be a game-changer. But if you want help setting it up the right way—without the trial and error—I’ve got you covered.
Need a system tailored to your business? Let’s build it together.
