Put these tools to work for you! Using software in your small business helps increase efficiency while also keeping costs low. All tools mentioned in this post are my tried and true that I use daily!
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If you are a strung out business owner like I was, you will appreciate putting these tools to work for you! All of the software shared today have a free version—making them budget friendly!
1. LastPass
this is the OG of my tech stack. LastPass is an amazing password manager that holds safety and security top priority. There is no limit on how many passwords you can save! They also have a feature where you can categorize usernames/passwords by folders! No more wasting time resetting passwords that you can’t seem to remember!
Click Here to check out LastPass for yourself!
2. Canva
Canva has been a great tool for both personal and professional branding. Not only have I made some adorable birthday invites, I have also created virtually all of my social media branding on there as well.
Canva has an abundance of templates already created and editable. There is also no cap on saved designs, so you can go wild!
I love that Canva has design sizes saved based on where you will be posting, so no worrying about how your photo/design will post!
Here is where you can sign up for your free Canva account!
3. Asana
Asana is another tool that is not only great for business, but also personal! It is a well rounded management tool that can grow with your business.
A few of Asana’s features are project creation/task creation, assignment to team members (or yourself if you are a solopreneur), due dates, and the ability to create reoccurring tasks.
I have separate projects for all my clients, and then house the actual action items as tasks. If you are a list person like I am, you will love the excitement of being able to check off tasks!
Asana has also helped drive efficiency in my business. I try to batch like objectives on certain days and always have a good idea of what my week will look like in advance!
Click Here to check out Asana!
4.Google Drive
Another OG on my list–Google Drive. Seriously, HOW did business used to run before docs were available across devices?
I use google drive to store client information along with some personal/business related items.
I like the ability to share documents/spreadsheets to my clients right out of Drive. Instead of going back/forth with edits, I can grant them editor access. This has streamlined my processed by cutting out a majority of email communication. I have also seen the turn around time from clients drop dramatically, which is wonderful for productivity!
5. ChatGPT
ChatGPT is the newest tool that I have implemented in my business but due to its impressive ability it has landed on my list!
I use ChatGPT for social content captions, blog post ideas when stuck in a rut, and basic industry information. ChatGPT reduces the time I would spend on research. Of course I still have to do some research and come up with content, ChatGPT just helps to get me out of a creative slug and gets my brain moving!
ChatGPT could also be used for personal uses to! Create your login here and start to be amazing at what AI have to offer!
I sincerely hope these tools are helpful in your business! Drop in the comments your favorite free tools that didn’t make the list.
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