Resources
My Personal Recommendations
When I first started my copywriting business, I had no idea how to organize anything. I had previously owned a brick-and-mortar business, where everything was done on paper. I didn’t know about productivity, accountability, systems, or processes. I want to share the tools that have kept me sane while my mind is whirling with creative brainstorming and idea generation.
I’m recommending things that I’ve been using myself for a long time. Some of these are affiliate links, and I may earn a commission if you choose to sign up or make a purchase through my links. It won’t cost you any more, and you may get a discount!
If you’re curious about any of these resources, I’m happy to chat further about my experience with them.
Beth’s Resources
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Squarespace - Website Platform
I started out with WordPress, but I switched to Squarespace. I can make changes more easily there than I could with WordPress. Squarespace is constantly making improvements and offers other things like an email platform, sales pages, ecommerce, invoicing, and scheduling.
Check out their offers here.
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Google Workspace
Google Workspace, what can I say? It’s the nucleus of my business. I use it for personal and professional email, my calendar, documents, and spreadsheets. I also use Google Meet for virtual meetings and recordings. It comes with Gemini for transcripts, summaries, and notes.
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Dubsado for Client Management
Although there’s a bit of a learning curve, Dubsado’s options are robust. I use it to capture leads, send proposals, contracts, and invoices, create questionnaires and feedback forms, and schedule all my calls. And there are so many other things it can do. The customer support is excellent.
Get Dubsado: 35% off of one year Use code: thatsaspade
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Human Support I’d Be Lost Without
Betterment Bookkeeping, Jason Kaczynski
If you find a bookkeeper who can handle your confusing questions and give you a clear view of your numbers, they’re a “keeper” for sure. Jason has given me some sage advice and responds when I need him. Chat with Jason to see if he can help you manage your books for the better.
Elevate Virtual Solutions, Gina Havranek
Gina has been a priceless resource for me as my virtual assistant for a number of years. Not only does she know my business, she knows me, and keeps me in line:) She handles the things that overwhelm my mind - social media, email, my CRM, and most admin tasks. If you’re looking for a reliable virtual assistant who stays current with the ever-changing world of online entrepreneurship, connect with Gina.
Kathleen Lawson Consulting, Kathleen Lawson
It’s simple. I try my best, as a creative, to do what she says. Those systems and processes I mentioned above, she helped me create them. Every time I have a struggle, she has a strategy to handle it. If you’re ready to stop “winging it”, she’s definitely your gal.