Running a small business means juggling a million tasks at once. With so many plates spinning, staying organized and efficient can feel impossible. Luckily, the right tools can make all the difference. Here are five must-have productivity tools that every small business owner should know about.
1. Pexels
The ultimate collection of free stock photos AND videos for use. So easy to type in a few keywords, find what your looking for and then boom download to your desktop. No sign up necessary! Also if you are a creative, you can add your images and clips to the growing library.
Resource: Pexels.com
2. Canva
If you’re not a designer but need professional-looking graphics, Canva is your best friend. Create everything from social media posts to presentations with its easy-to-use drag-and-drop interface. Push yourself to make templates and sell them on etsy or through your own Instagram!
Resource: Canva.com
3. QuickBooks
Managing finances can be a headache, but tools like QuickBooks or Wave simplify invoicing, expense tracking, and tax prep. Stay on top of your books without the hassle. Pro tip: Set a reminder in your Google Cal every month to log all of your income and expenses.
Resource: Quickbooks.com
4. Calendly
Stop playing email tag when scheduling meetings. Calendly syncs with your calendar and lets others book time with you based on your availability, saving you endless back-and-forth and increasing your productivity with time blocking. Plus you can use it for FREE!
Resource: Calendly.com
5. Fillout
Another FREE resource, we love it! You can create an online form for client inquiries with as many form fields as you need. Dates, long & short form answers, multiple choice – you design it as you see fit. You can check out what the So Vivid Client Inquiry Form looks like here: Contact Us.
Resource: Fillout.com
These tools will help you save time, reduce stress, and focus on growing your business. Want more tips on running a thriving business? Follow So Vivid on Instagram for more!
