When it comes to creating workbooks, checklists, or ebooks, Canva often feels like the obvious choice. It’s polished, it’s pretty, and it promises beautifully designed PDFs. But here’s the thing: I don’t use Canva for my workbooks. I use Google Docs — and I’ll tell you why.

CRM systems often get a reputation for being big, complicated, and intimidating — and to be fair, some of them are. But if you’re a small business owner, you don’t necessarily need all the bells and whistles. There are simpler, more straightforward options out there that can help you stay organised without overwhelming you.

You’ve poured your energy into writing, designing, planning—or maybe you’ve outsourced it all to a professional. You’ve done the hard work… so why hasn’t it gone live?

Why this unassuming app is now the beating heart of my productivity. I’m so invested in Apple Reminders now, and it’s become so integrated in my life and business, I honestly don’t know what I’d do without it.

Have you planned your holiday reads yet? Remember the days when you’d stuff a pile of novels into your suitcase, only to bring them back sun-warped, sand-filled, and soaked in suncream?

Web Hosting, Email Hosting, Domain Hosting: What’s What?

If you're setting up your online presence and finding all the tech terms a bit of a minefield, you're not alone.

Feeling overwhelmed by years of digital photos?
This 5-step plan will help you declutter, organise, and back up your photos once and for all—no more chaos, no more duplicates, just a simple system that works.

Do you remember having packets and packets of BonusPrint photos, bulging with negatives and stuffed in a shoebox under the bed?

I do — and I’m so pleased that with the rise of digital photography, we no longer have to deal with that kind of physical clutter.

But how organised are your digital photos?

If you’re a small business owner, coach, or service provider, chances are you need a reliable way for clients to book time with you—without the back-and-forth emails. But with so many schedulers out there, which one is right for you?

In this post, I’m comparing five popular standalone appointment scheduling systems.

Ever feel like you’re just winging it? In business? In life? In being an adult? Same. Every single day. But here’s the secret: so is everyone else—especially when it comes to tech.

If you're a small business owner, your time is precious—and chances are, you're already juggling enough without spending hours manually replying to emails, sending freebies, or scheduling calls. The good news? Your Squarespace website can do a lot of this work for you — automatically.

I was recently tagged in a Facebook networking group. The request was for a Squarespace website, an admin email address, and someone super reliable. Someone kindly recommended me, and I quietly shared my website link in the reply.

Canva is undoubtedly one of the most useful apps I use in my business, and I often recommend that my clients upgrade to the Pro version. It can turn even the least creative person into a designer overnight.

A website is one of the best investments you can make for your business, but what if you’re not quite ready to afford one? The good news is you don’t have to put your business on hold. There are plenty of ways to establish an online presence and start attracting customers while you save up for a proper website. Here are some practical, low-cost alternatives to get you started.

Starting a business can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to choosing the right tools and technology. With so many options out there, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of apps, platforms, and subscriptions.

Your website should reflect your brand, be easy to maintain, and offer a seamless experience for your audience. Squarespace ticks all these boxes and more. Here’s why Squarespace is the best choice for your website.

Finding the perfect productivity app can feel like the holy grail. There are so many options, each promising to revolutionise how we manage our tasks, but more often than not, they end up complicating things rather than simplifying them.