Daily motivational quotes from ZenQuotes to Slack channels
Needs changesNeeds changes. This template uses 1 thing(s) that n8n 3.0 removes: Cron. 1 breaking item(s) found. Static check, last run 2026-10-19.
What this workflow does
This workflow has 4 nodes and runs on a schedule (legacy Cron node). Along the way it connects Slack. It also calls zenquotes.io over HTTP.
How it runs
Trigger: On a schedule (legacy Cron node).
- Fetch Random Quote (HTTP Request): calls zenquotes.io
- Format Quote for Slack (Code): runs custom JavaScript code
- Send to Slack (Slack): uses Slack
Services it uses
HTTP calls to: zenquotes.io
Before you upgrade to n8n 3.0
1 thing in this workflow is removed in n8n 3.0. Fix it before you upgrade:
- Cron in Daily 8AM Trigger: replace with Schedule Trigger.
| Removed in 3.0 | Replace with |
|---|---|
| Cron Daily 8AM Trigger | Schedule Trigger |
Nodes used (4)
- Cron
n8n-nodes-base.cron - HTTP Request
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - Code
n8n-nodes-base.code - Slack
n8n-nodes-base.slack
From the author
🌟 Send Daily Motivational Quote to Slack This workflow automatically posts an inspiring motivational quote to your Slack channel every morning at 8 AM. It uses the free ZenQuotes.io API (no API key required) to fetch quotes and delivers them to your team in…