Tools of the Trade

I know what a pain it can be to try and figure out what tools and platforms to use in your business which is why I created this list of Tools & Resources for you! Check out the tools and resources that I use in my business and recommend.

Some of the links below are affiliate links which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission (no additional cost to you). As I mentioned, I have experience with all of these tools and resources, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you achieve your goals.

Marketing

CONVERTKIT

My buddy Nathan Barry and his team have built a brilliant email CRM platform. It’s the most affordable and easy-to-use email CRM that allows you to segment, tag, build funnels, etc… around.

KLEQ (Formerly 10X PRO)

10x Pro is the platform I trust for housing courses and membership sites. The software is intuitive to use (for you AND your customers) and it's the perfect spot for delivering your content.

TRY INTERACT

Harness the power of quizzes to grow your email list. Qualify your leads. And learn more about what your audience truly wants and needs.

Canva

For all graphics — from social media posts to lead magnets and ads!

VideoAsk

Have video conversations easily with your customers.

Customer Service

HELPSCOUT

Helpscout helps you balance everything your customers need to be happy. It’s an easy to use platform that allows you to give incredible support to your audience. I take pride in the service my team and I provide to customers, and Help Scout helps us achieve this every single time.

MARIE MAE

Make your company unforgettable with done-for-you corporate gifting.

Team

GUSTO

Running payroll for your employees and contractors is no longer confusing thanks to Gusto. Gusto makes this so easy and intuitive for both you and your team members!

GOOGLE WORKSPACE

Google Workspace allows you to have multiple domain based email addresses at a super affordable price, all under the Gmail software.

SLACK

My team and I use this messaging tool in our business every day (probably too much!). As the Slack team says… They make work simpler, more pleasant, and more productive.

LOOM

For fast and easy screen recordings that you can send with a link.

LASTPASS

Securely store all of your passwords in once place.

VOXER

Easily voice chat and text with clients and team members

Productivity

AIRTABLE

Airtable is a database software that lets you organize everything. Our team loves Airtable – if you like Excel, you will LOVE Airtable for forms, surveys, and simple organization.

CLICKUP

I LOVE this project management tool. I’ve tried them all and this is by far my favorite. If I could give ClickUp a big high five, I would.

ZAPIER

An integration tool to connect all of your softwares.

NOTION

Team, project, and doc connection through customized management.

Podcast

ECAMM LIVE

The leading all-in-one livestreaming production platform built for Mac.

BUZZSPROUT

Get a $20 Amazon.com gift card when you upgrade to any paid plan. Buzzsprout makes podcasting easy with everything you need to host, promote, and track your podcast.

RIVERSIDE

The easiest way to record podcasts and videos in studio quality from anywhere. All from the browser!

Templates, Kits & Courses

EMAIL MARKETING MAGIC

with Pat Flynn
Whether you're a beginner or seasoned online marketer, Pat's Email Marketing Magic is chock-full of gold.

YOUTUBE ADS WORKSHOP

with Tom Breeze
Want to improve your Youtube channel? You need this workshop. Everything you need to understand and optimize Youtube ads.

EMAIL MARKETING MAGIC

with Pat Flynn
Whether you're a beginner or seasoned online marketer, Pat's Email Marketing Magic is chock-full of gold.

YOUTUBE ADS WORKSHOP

with Tom Breeze
Want to improve your Youtube channel? You need this workshop. Everything you need to understand and optimize Youtube ads.

Service Providers

BOOKKEEPING

with Emily Sandberg
Take charge of your money.

ADS MANAGER

with Kwadwo (pronounced “Kway-Joe”)
Get more leads and better customers.

COPYWRITING & LAUNCH STRATEGY

with Brittany McBean
Your words matter. Make 'em good.

PODCAST PRODUCTION AGENCY

with Stephanie Judice
Turn more listeners into buyers.

SEO

with Gert Mallek
Leverage your SEO.

GOOGLE ADS

with Jeremy Yang
Get better results for less fees.

PODCASTING & OTHER EQUIPMENT

AUDIO TECHNICA ATR2100

This is a super simple USB mic that I used for the first 5 years of podcasting. It's inexpensive and has great sound.

HEIL SOUND PR 40 MICROPHONE

This is a more advanced podcasting mic. I liken it to the Tesla of podcasting microphones.

CALDIGIT USB-C PRO DOCK

The best docking station solution!

PODCAST BRANDING MIC FLAG

Want to feel like a pro podcaster? Then a mic flag can do it. Everyone always asks me where I got mine. Here ya go!

RODECASTER PRO

Mixer designed to simplify podcast production whilst delivering superb audio quality.

RODE VIDEOMIC NTG

Broadcast-grade, feature-packed shotgun microphone optimised for on-camera use.

SIGMA

Quality lens for Sony a6400.

SONY A6400

The best camera on the market.

Top Picks

For my fellow business bookworms

TRACTION

Pretty much the operational bible for running your business! This is a MUST read for all online entrepreneurs.

THE ILLUSION OF MONEY

I’ve worked hard to shift my mindset around money and overcome limiting beliefs. I recommend this book to everyone, regardless of how they feel about money.

STORIES THAT STICK

People remember stories! This book changed how I think about and create stories so I can speak directly to the humans I want to help.

THE SURRENDER EXPERIMENT

Oh man. This book changed my life and impacted so many who I’ve recommended it to. It’s about learning how to “let go” and trust that everything is working out in your favor.

THE INSIDE-OUT REVOLUTION

An all time favorite book right here — I read it each year. Teaches you that success and happiness comes from inside out, not from external sources.

DARE TO LEAD

One of the most empowering books on leadership I’ve ever read. A must read for any business owner.

THE GO-GIVER

Quick read that is a parable about the power of slowing down, doing business the right way and what success really means.

MEASURE WHAT MATTERS

This book has transformed how we set goals in my business and are able to get more of the right things done (that move the business forward).

Tools of the Trade

Marketing

CONVERTKIT

KLEQ (Formerly 10X PRO)

TRY INTERACT

Canva

VideoAsk

Customer Service

HELPSCOUT

MARIE MAE

Team

GUSTO

GOOGLE WORKSPACE

SLACK

LOOM

LASTPASS

VOXER

Productivity

AIRTABLE

CLICKUP

ZAPIER

NOTION

Podcast

ECAMM LIVE

BUZZSPROUT

RIVERSIDE

Templates, Kits & Courses

EMAIL MARKETING MAGIC

YOUTUBE ADS WORKSHOP

EMAIL MARKETING MAGIC

YOUTUBE ADS WORKSHOP

Service Providers

BOOKKEEPING

ADS MANAGER

COPYWRITING & LAUNCH STRATEGY

PODCAST PRODUCTION AGENCY

SEO

GOOGLE ADS

PODCASTING & OTHER EQUIPMENT

AUDIO TECHNICA ATR2100

HEIL SOUND PR 40 MICROPHONE

CALDIGIT USB-C PRO DOCK

PODCAST BRANDING MIC FLAG

RODECASTER PRO

RODE VIDEOMIC NTG

SIGMA

SONY A6400

Top Picks

For my fellow business bookworms

TRACTION

THE ILLUSION OF MONEY

STORIES THAT STICK

THE SURRENDER EXPERIMENT

THE INSIDE-OUT REVOLUTION

DARE TO LEAD

THE GO-GIVER

MEASURE WHAT MATTERS

I help you skyrocket your business to multiple 6, and 7, figures with direction, focus, & vision (and a whole lotta fun)

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