How to Make a Content Calendar in Notion

Many content creators struggle with keeping their publishing schedules organized, leading to missed deadlines and chaotic workflows. A well-structured content calendar can mitigate these issues, and Notion provides the perfect platform to build one that suits your specific needs.

Step 1: Set Up Your Notion Page

Start by creating a new page in Notion:

• Open Notion and click on the New Page button in the sidebar.
• Give your page a title, such as Content Calendar.
• Choose a Database option to organize your content.

Step 2: Create a Database Table

Within your new page, set up a table to manage your content:

• Select Table - Inline to create a table on the same page.
• Add relevant columns such as:
• Title: The title of your content piece.
• Type: Blog post, video, social media, etc.
• Status: Draft, In Progress, Scheduled, Published.
• Publication Date: When you plan to publish the content.
• Notes: Any additional details or links.

Step 3: Populate Your Content Ideas

Start filling in the table with your content ideas:

• Brainstorm topics relevant to your audience.
• For each idea, fill in the Title, Type, and any Notes that may help in development.

Step 4: Set Up Filters and Views

To maximize the usability of your calendar, create different views:

• Click on the + Add a View button at the top of your table.
• Name your view (e.g., Upcoming Content).
• Select a Calendar view to visualize your publication dates.
• Use filters to show only content that is Scheduled or In Progress.

Step 5: Establish a Review Process

To ensure your workflow remains efficient, integrate a review process:

• Include a Review Date column to track when content needs to be reviewed.
• Assign team members or yourself to review specific pieces.
• Set reminders in Notion to alert you as review dates approach.

Step 6: Regularly Update Your Calendar

Your content calendar should be a living document:

• Schedule weekly or bi-weekly reviews to update the status of each piece.
• Adjust publication dates as necessary based on your workload or changing priorities.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can create a comprehensive content calendar in Notion that helps you stay organized and productive. Regular updates and reviews will ensure that your content strategy remains aligned with your goals.