1. Why real-time metrics matter
- Instant feedback: Make faster decisions with up-to-date data.
- Increased accountability: Teams see shared progress metrics daily.
- Reduced tool switching: Centralize everything in one workspace.
2. Embedding metrics in Notion
While Notion doesn’t support native charts, you can use tools like Indify or Chartbrew to generate live charts and embed them via iFrame blocks.
Popular options:
- Indify.co — for weather, clocks, counters, and charts
- Chartbrew — connect databases and visualize data live
- Google Sheets embed — track financials or KPIs in real-time
3. Using Google Data Studio or Looker Studio
For more advanced visualizations, Google’s Data Studio allows you to create interactive dashboards. These can be embedded into internal docs or shared workspaces.
Steps:
- Connect your data source (e.g. Google Analytics, Sheets, MySQL)
- Build your dashboard layout
- Click Share > Embed and copy the iFrame code
- Paste into your Notion or Coda embed block
4. Coda: the power of live packs
Coda supports “Packs” that connect to APIs and display data in live tables or widgets. You can sync dashboards from tools like Figma, Jira, and Google Analytics.
Examples of metrics to embed:
- Website traffic from GA4
- CRM pipeline metrics from HubSpot
- Task status and velocity from Trello or Asana
5. Best practices
- Use automation: Tools like Make or Zapier can update metrics automatically
- Limit noise: Focus on 3–5 KPIs that really matter
- Design smart: Use color-coding and visual cues to highlight key metrics