Business Toolkit
(scroll down for Quick-Use Resources)
A collection of tools and resources I've used, currently use and/or used by my clients.
ONLINE TEACHING TOOLS
Teaching Software
Video Meetings
Zoom (includes whiteboard)
Pencil Spaces (includes whiteboard)
Tools
Webcam (Logitech is my favourite brand)
Microphone (in-built webcam mic might be good enough)
Blue Yeti (my first one)
Shure (I use this one)
Other reputable brands: Rode
There are also many cheaper alternatives.
TASK MANAGEMENT & RUNNING YOUR BUSINESS
Task Management
ClickUp (I use this - a steeper learning curve)
Trello (great starting point)
Other popular ones: Notion, Monday
Tutor and/or Client Management
TutorBird (user-friendly)
TutorCruncher (steeper learning curve)
Account & Invoicing
Xero (steeper learning curve)
Zoho Books (cost effective)
QuickBooks (user-friendly)
CRMs
Hubspot (free version available - I use this)
Zoho CRM (worth looking into Zoho One)
CONTENT CREATION & SOCIAL MEDIA SCHEDULING
Help with writing:
Visuals
Canva (my go-to)
Scheduling SM Content
Zoho Social (I use this)
(look into Zoho One if you sign up to multiple Zoho apps)
Meta Business Suite (free, suitable for Facebook and Instagram)
Hootsuite (I used to use this, Zoho was more cost-effective)
Planable (great for Instagram)
AuthoredUp (specifically for LinkedIn)
Video Recording & Editing
Descript (very powerful, I use this)
Riverside (high-quality recording)
Podcast Hosting
I use Descript and Riverside for my videos.
Captivate (I use this for hosting)
Buzzsprout (I started on this)
LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
EMAIL MARKETING
Kit (formerly ConvertKit) (my favourite)
MailerLite (a good starting point, but most grow out of it)
Kartra (it's an all-in-one, so I use this for cost effectiveness and to keep everything connected)
Quick-Use Resources
100 Content Prompts
LIFETIME ACCESS, MASTERMINDERS GET 50% DISCOUNT
Format: PDF
50 x connection prompts
50 x sales prompts
Mix-and-Match Opening Lines
Mix-and-Match CTAs
Explainer videos
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LinkedIn For Tutors
LIFETIME ACCESS, FREE FOR MASTERMINDERS
Suitable for: education business owners who want goal-driven, tailored and wrap-around support.
You'll love it if: you want another business brain to bounce ideas around with, accountability and clarity.
Quick-Use Resources
100 Content Prompts Downloadable PDF
For tutors & edupreneurs
50 x connection prompts
50 x sales prompts
Mix-and-Match Opening Lines
Mix-and-Match CTAs
Explainer videos
LinkedIn For Tutors Video Training
Video-series from The Tutors' Mastermind
This book is filled with hands-on tasks to get confident using LinkedIn, optimise your profile and content ideas.
Instagram For Tutors Video Training
Video from The Tutors' Mastermind
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Facebook Masterclass Video Training
Video-series from The Tutors' Mastermind
A high-value video training session from The Tutors' Mastermind membership that deep dives into organic Facebook marketing.
COME AND CONNECT
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