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The Minimalist Notion Setup for Freelancers (with Free Template)
A step-by-step Notion setup guide for freelancers — the 4 databases you actually need, how to link them, and how to use Notion as a free client portal.
Step-by-step setup guides for Zapier, Make, Notion, Airtable, and every tool a solo operator actually needs.
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A step-by-step Notion setup guide for freelancers — the 4 databases you actually need, how to link them, and how to use Notion as a free client portal.

Every app I pay for, every free tool I lean on, and how the 11 pieces connect. An honest breakdown of a solo operator's software stack.

A practical head-to-head from someone who uses both every week. Covers pricing, learning curve, real workflows, and when each tool actually wins.
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