Favourite Home & Office Tools
Sharing the tools that I use in my business that could be helpful for your business.
Tools That I Use In My Business, That You May Find Helpful
Apps & Software
Notion* - the all-in-one workspace for you and your team. I use Notion when working with clients via Client Portals that I set up. An invaluable tool for my business.
Google G Suite - G Suite is an integrated service that’s managed via my Squarespace account. One of the benefits of G Suite is it allows you to set up your own, personal domain as your mail server. You also get access to other useful features like Google Calendar and Google Drive. On eligible billing plans, you can receive a free year of G Suite.
Loom - A video messaging tool that helps you get your message across through instantly shareable videos. Free and premium plans are available.
Avast - Avast Clean Up and Security for Mac. I’ve used Avast for about five years now and it regularly helps me out.
Vimeo - The preferred video host that I used for my online art classes.
Zapier - connect your apps and automate workflows.
Hello Sign - an easier alternative to sending, signing and collecting signatures for contracts etc.
Chrome Bookmarks - I’ve used other services but Chrome bookmarks work best for me. Learn how to create, organise and alphabetise sites that you want to remember.
One Tab - Chrome Web Store plug-in for when you have too many tabs. Save them in a list and return to them later.
SF Digital - Squarespace Extensions.
Social Media Scheduling
Later - I have a free account that is perfect for my needs. I appreciate the ease of scheduling, managing and analysing my Instagram posts all with a few clicks. The Starter plan is currently $12.50 per month. With the paid plans you also get hashtag suggestions.
Smarter Queue - Instead of manually scheduling posts, you can organise your content for publishng and then forget about it - it’s all automated.
Desk & Office Essentials
MacBook Pro 2019 16 inches* - I simply couldn’t do without this beauty! I truly love my MacBook and it makes designing an absolute pleasure. It also updates while I’m asleep!
Pink Glitter iPad case* - I’m a pink girl at heart and this is my second Bentoben iPad case from this company. (BENTOBEN iPad 9.7 2018 Case, iPad 9.7 2017 Case Glitter, iPad Air Case Pink, iPad Air 2 Case Kids, Slim Thin Leather Shockproof Case for iPad 9.7 Inch 2017/2018 / iPad Air/Air 2 - Pink)
USB C Hub MacBook Pro Adapter* - Really useful for the MacBook Pro 2019. (4K HDMI, 3 USB 3.0 Ports, SD/TF Card Reader, USB-C Power Delivery Port Compatible for MacBook/ MacBook Pro 2020/ 2019/ 2018/ MacBook Air 2020/ 2019/ 2018)
Super Sparrow Sports Bottle* - Reminds me to keep hydrated with this fabulous non-leak and dishwasher-safe 750 ml bottle. Oh, and I have pink and mint colours.
LaCie Portable External Hard Drive for PC & Mac* - My bright orange external drive that takes care of my backups - it’s easy to use and compact. (Mini 2 TB USB-C + USB 3.0 Portable 2.5-inch External Hard Drive for PC and Mac).
Wood Monitor or Desk Stand - This sits on my desk and holds my pens, a little clock, photo, and candle with two shelves I can also store papers, pads and my MacBook slides right under so it’s tucked away.
Fabric Rose Pattern Laptop Shoulder Messenger Bag* - This bag makes me happy with its pretty pink and grey flowers, it looks professional and carries my MacBook Pro, a 16” 2019 laptop perfectly. It also has a couple of zipped pockets, and a strap and is really soft inside - keeping everything safe and secure.
Weights* - Great for a little bit of desk exercise! I have two sets: 1kg and 3kg.
Photography & Stock Photos
Moyo Studio - Beautiful design tools and mockups for creatives.
Tinypng - A free, easy and efficient way to compress large images.
Unsplash - free to use images, preferably with credit given.
Creative Market - Photographers set their rates, so a large selection with prices ranging from $5 to $500.
Pixlr - online photo editor. Free and premium plans are available.
Jana Bishop - Feminine photos consisting mainly of flat lays, flowers, and interiors. She offers her photos in bundles for $47.
Pexels - gorgeous free stock imagery for when you need several images from the same photoshoot.
SEO Tools
Screaming Frog - great website crawler tool. I have the basic downloadable software but there is a paid version too.
Squarespace checklist and tips for SEO 2020 - a great article by Style Factory.
A free keyword research tool - Keyword.io
SemScoop - keyword research tool.
Ubersuggest - Free keyword Research Tool by Neil Patel.
Google Analytics - a must-have for any business.
Google Alerts - receive alerts in your mailbox for interesting and curated website content.
Gtmetrix - measures how fast your website loads and how your site performs with suggestions.
Google My Business - Create your free business listing and profile that helps your business connect with customers via Google Search and Maps.
What's My DNS - Efficient way to check your DNS records for your domain.
Google - Rich Page Results (Structured Data Test is being deprecated. Google now recommends using the Rich Results Test.
Google Search Central - get your website on Google. Formerly known as Google Webmasters.
Google Search Console Sitemaps Tool - Submit your web sitemap.
Google Trends - find what the world is currently searching.
Answer the Public - Easy and effective way to gain search insights, directly from the minds of your customers.
CoSchedule’s Headline Analyser - free and paid service.
Design
Wacom Intuos Pro Pen Tablet (Size: M)* - My professional Graphic Tablet Including Wacom Pro Pen 2 Stylus with Replacement Tips/Compatible with Windows and Apple, Black which I couldn’t do without.
Adobe CC - Previously, I used Creative Cloud and found the various apps to be to a very high standard.
Canva - Free and easy-to-use design tool that I recommend to all my clients. I use the pro version. It uses a nifty drag-and-drop feature.
Squarespace
Annual Hosting Discount - Want to try Squarespace? Use my code GIMME10 to save 10% off your first year. Get 20% off if we work together.
Logo Maker - Great for a basic logo to get you started. Free to use if you have a Squarespace account.
Email Campaigns - For the longest time, I previously used Mailchimp but I like the convenience of managing my site and email marketing in one place ie. on my website. As you’d expect from Squarespace, the design capability is wonderful, analytics are accurate, and it’s easy to pull in content and my brand colours so it’s consistent from my website to my emails. It supports responsive design. This is an add-on feature and the price starts at £4 per month.
Member Areas - If you’ve thought about monetising your content ie. whether that be creating classes or offering some training, then Member Areas is for you. Choose whether you want to be paid weekly, monthly, or annually and enjoy everything being in one place, all on your Squarespace website. I’ve participated in the training and I can’t wait to work with you using this fantastic, new update.
Acuity Scheduling - an online booking platform to be used with your Squarespace website.
Books
The 1-Page Marketing Plan: Get New Customers, Make More Money, And Stand out From the Crowd* by Allan Dib
Hype Yourself: A no-nonsense PR toolkit for small businesses* by Lucy Werner
This is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to See* by Seth Godin
Building a StoryBrand* by Donald Miller
Copywriting
Copyscape - A free plagiarism checker. The software lets you detect duplicate content and check if your text is original.
If you would like a fully working brand, brand strategy, help with the words for your website etc, I can offer this service as part of my Website Design offering.
* Please note, I have used affiliate links but these are for items and brands that I genuinely use and love!
Hi, I’m Jane,
I never want to hand over a site that’s just beautiful—because that’s not enough. It needs to be strategic and intentional. That’s why I guide my clients through a proven process before diving into any design work or writing web copy.
I help small business owners like you find clarity and confidence with a brand and website that truly reflects your passion and connects with your audience. Together, we’ll craft something that feels right, works beautifully, and helps your business grow—all without the hassle.
I believe in growing purposeful businesses that allow us to live our best lives with greater freedom and profitability.
Based in rural Harrogate, Yorkshire, UK, I work with clients worldwide.
If that sounds interesting, let’s chat.
