Handpicked Business Tools & Goodies For Your Home Office
🧰 Business Tools To Help Grow Your Business | Tech & Creative Studio Setup | 🪴 Working Well From Home | 📚 Books To Inspire & Learn From
Here are some of my favourite business tools, apps, services and brands that I genuinely use, have on my list to purchase or recommend to clients.
Please note that I may receive a small commission if you use links* on this page — at no extra cost to you.
🧰 Business Tools to Help Grow Your Business
Squarespace*
Duh, I would say Squarespace, but seriously, I love it. Use my code GIMME10 to save 10% off your first year of web hosting. If we work together, you get 20% off!
SEOSpace*
My fave easy-to-use, jargon-free, DIY-friendly SEO tool for Squarespace. I use this & recommend it for clients. No code required. Start for free!
Kitchen.co*
Fantastic Client portal & project management software (I use this) for service-based businesses, designed to optimise communication. Also, excellent support! Pay 1x & never again!
Termageddon*
Comprehensive, auto-updating website policy generator tool - than any other solution out there. I use, recommend to clients, great support. Use the code HINCHLIFFE for 10% OFF.
Bloom.io*
All-in-one business operating system & CRM to manage business & client relationships (I use this & my clients love it). You'll get 50% off for the first 12 months when you upgrade.
Notion
The all-in-one workspace for you & your team. I use it for my behind-the-scenes business tasks & for personal use. An invaluable tool for my business, & no code!
Avast
Avast Clean Up and Security for Mac. I’ve used Avast for about six years now, it regularly helps me out.
Loom
Video messaging tool (I use this) that helps you get your message across through instantly shareable videos. Free and premium plans are available.
Zapier
Connect your apps & automate workflows with thousands of integrations. Try Zapier Free & Start Automating in Minutes. Simple Pricing.
Tally*
Build beautiful, yet powerful forms that also look great (I use them), with their great free plan! Or, 50% off for 3 months on any plan!
ThriveCart*
ThriveCart is a leading e-Commerce platform that allows users to build/monetise courses, & sell digital/physical products online. No code necessary - click the link!
Canva
Easy-to-use, but powerful design editor for graphics, video & more. It uses a nifty drag-and-drop feature. Free and Pro plans are available.
Booqable
Everything you need to manage rentals! Software connects to your website to accept online bookings. I’ve used this on a client website with success!
Coolors*
Super-fast colour palette generator & tool that allows users to create, save & share harmonious colour schemes quickly. Free & premium plans. Give it a go!
Cal.com*
Easy-to-set-up scheduling platform that allows others to schedule meetings with you based on your availability. Try for free. New users get 20% off for 12 months!
Will Myers*
Custom code add-ons created by Squarespace developer Will Myers to extend Squarespace's functionality beyond its native features. Fantastic membership for $15 per month.
SquareKicker*
A no-code design & animation extension for Squarespace websites that allows users to add unique design elements & interactive features without writing custom code..
Thinkific
An online learning platform that enables individuals, educators, & businesses to create, market, sell, & deliver their own custom online courses without tech expertise.
Kit (formerly ConvertKit)*
Email isn't just a marketing channel—it's your business foundation. Kit helps you manage email campaigns, grow subscriber lists, & sell products.
Flodesk
Email marketing software designed for small businesses who like to design eye-catching emails without tech hassle.
Quickbooks
Finance software to easily manage day-to-day income & expenses, invoicing, payroll, mileage, & more.
Countdown Hero
Life-time price of $97! Creates Launch-Like Urgency and Sales Every Day with Unique Countdown Timers Coded to Every Email Subscriber!
Community Box
Showcase your community & let members add their own profile, event or product listing. Easily embed directories on your website.
Drift
Conversational marketing & sales platform that uses AI-powered chatbots to engage website visitors, qualify leads, & grow revenue for B2B.
Broken Link Checker
This free Link Checker tells you which web links on your pages are dead, but it will also show you where exactly those stale hyperlinks are located.
Luma
Set up an event page, invite friends and sell tickets. Host a memorable event today. Free & paid plans.
Tinyjpg or Tinypng
Say goodbye to slow-loading web pages. A free, easy & efficient way to compress large images.
Kerstin Martin
From personal experience, Kerstin is top-notch! The Calm Course Creator™ is for course creators who don’t want to use manipulation and hustle culture methods to achieve success.
💻 Tech & Creative Studio Set Up
Apple Watch SE 3 GPS + Cellular*
Logitech for Creators Blue Yeti USB Microphone for Recording*
Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Earbuds, Bluetooth*
LaCie Rugged Mini 5TB*
Twelve South Curve Flex Laptop Stand, MacBook Stand*
EMIAH Executive Ergonomic Office Chair for Home Office*
Apple Magic Keyboard British English*
FlexiSpot E1 Plus Electric Standing Desk Adjustable*
🪴 Working Well From Home
MERACH Under Desk Treadmill with 0-9% Incline*
Ember Temperature Control Smart Coffee Mug*
Super Sparrow Sports Water Bottle*
DEVAISE File Cabinet, Under-Desk Drawers for Home Office*
MontBlanc "Meisterstück Line F" Platinum Fountain Pen*
IDEALHOUSE Scented Soy Wax Candles, Rose, Lavender*
Mexlyca Resistance Bands Set with Bag & Training Sheet*
Pure Himalayan Pink Crystal Salt Lamp*
Essential Oil Diffuser Electric Aromatherapy Ceramic*
SONGMICS Weight Lifting Dumbbell Kit with Stand*
Portmeirion Botanic Garden - 2pt Teapot*
Floral Blue Hyacinth Canvas Laptop Bag*
📚 Books To Inspire & Learn From
Hype Yourself - a No-Nonsense PR Toolkit for Small Businesses*
How To Style Your Brand by Fiona Humberstone*
Building a StoryBrand 2.0 by Donald Miller*
The 1-Page Marketing Plan by Allan Dib*
Blog..
A web design blog, covering everything from Squarespace tips, business tools and support, to small business marketing, brand strategy, and website psychology.
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My HeartBiz Newsletter is where you can get my strategic freebies, plus twice-monthly insights that help your website work harder for your business.
Squarespace Web Designer & Web Strategy
Hi, I’m Jane,
Since 2019, I’ve offered strategic website design, helping small business owners like you craft on-brand sites that reflect their purpose and drive growth. Because I believe small businesses have the power to change the world,
Why Work With Me?
With the perspective of midlife and a diverse career: artist, small business employer, holistic practitioner, and corporate employee (UK & USA)—I bring creativity, strategy, and life experience to every site I build.
Here’s a selection of the client work I’ve delivered.
