All my favorite things
IN LIFE & BUSINESS
People often ask which courses I’ve taken, which tools & software I use, and which microphone or camera I use to record course lessons or blog posts. I firmly believe in sharing details like that, so now instead of asking me you can check it all out for yourself!
* DISCLAIMER: Affiliate links are marked with an *Asterisk. Everything listed here I’ve bought, tried/applied in my own day-to-day #workfromhome life. If you purchase through those links I’ll get a small commission at no extra cost to you, but the point is always to share truly helpful things with you.
Best built-in webcam privacy cover*
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Stop using post-it notes to cover your webcams & switch to this little gem that is STILL a sticker, but it has a sliding door to open or close the camera lens on a lot of popular devices, like my Macbook Pro (with the “notch”), iPad and iPhone depending on your screen covers.
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Timer + cute/cool desk clock*
⭐️ WHAT WE THINK
A great (cheap) little clock to stick on your desk that can also be a Pomodoro timer or work like one, if you’re into that.
One thing I’ve learned is that we tend to take the full allotment of time that we give ourselves to complete a given task, and if ya give yourself all damn day, it’s gonna take all damn day. 😂 So if you want something that’s quick/easy to set, that’ll beep at ya when the time’s up, and you can see it counting down, this is a great little attractive gadget to put on your desk.
Comes in about 5 different colors & several different shapes too!
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my Flexispot Large Standing Desk* + memory presets
⭐️ What We Think
This desk is fantastic! It has a motor that raises and lowers the desktop/tabletop and even has 4 presets that you can set and customize for multiple users or different heights. The motor is pretty quiet, the tabletop is smooth with no cracks or gaps as it comes in one solid piece, and assembly was easy.
I absolutely LOVE my desk! I did a fair bit of research before buying and got almost everything on my wishlist, except drawer storage, but that’s not the end of the world, and still spent less than $300 USD!
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my Urevo 3-in-1, Under-Desk Treadmill*
⭐️ What We Think
I did A LOT of research on what to buy and could not be happier with this one!! Easy to assemble, I saved a ton on the price, and it works so much better than I expected. I can easily walk 1-2mph while doing precise/focused work, or up to 2.8mph while doing basic tasks, watching videos, etc. no problem! I love getting more movement throughout my workday and feel a lot more energy after just 1 week of doing this 1x a day.
See my full review, research & ways to save →
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Conversion Cards, from James Wedmore
⭐️ WHAT WE THINK
It’s a literal, physical deck of 54 cards, each with a language pattern or conversion copy formula with a description and examples for how to put it into practice on your sales copy.
As if that wasn’t cool enough, you also get a digital deck with your purchase, –because James always over-delivers. LOL
This is a really badass tool to have in your toolbox, especially if you’re new to writing copy for your business. 😁
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Cheapest/best ways to get an easy HD webcam*
⭐️ WHAT WE THINK
Need a legit crystal clear HD webcam but don’t want to spend a fortune –and you already have an iPhone?
There are TWO really great options & one is FREE! No joke.
This software installs on your iPhone AND your computer allowing you to use your phone’s camera wirelessly or wired as a high-resolution webcam in all the main software you’re already using, including Zoom, Google Meet, Whereby, Descript, Facebook & YouTube streaming, etc. It’s actually WAY better quality than my C920X external webcam –and at least as good as my 2021 M1 Macbook Pro built-in FaceTime camera!
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ThriveCart*: checkout software, courses & more
⭐️ WHAT WE THINK
ThriveCart does a LOT of things WITHOUT the monthly subscription. For a one-time payment, you get checkout software for digital and physical products, upsell and funnel management, course hosting & management, and a way to build & manage your own affiliate program! Other tools like Kajabi charge more in one year than ThriveCart will cost for a lifetime of use!
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How to ClickUp*, by Layla Pomper
⭐️ What We Think
How to ClickUp is an action-oriented Mini Course designed to help complete beginners manage daily productivity inside ClickUp...in less than one day!*
I’ve tried 8 or 10 project management apps since starting freelance work back in 2015 and to be perfectly honest they all have their individual pros & cons. Now, I needed high-level reporting and customizability that other apps like Asana and Notion weren’t able to give me, …so I landed on ClickUp (again). Because this project management tool has SO much packed into one app, it’s not that intuitive to learn. I binged a ton of ClickUp-focused YouTube videos, and then I found Layla, –a vetted ClickUp Consultant from ProcessDriven. I binged most of their YouTube channel & quickly decided I wanted to learn more from her, specifically. If she couldn’t do it FOR me, then I wanted to learn her methodologies –which is exactly what you get inside How to ClickUp! I’ve now built out detailed systems for my business inside ClickUp & I finally feel comfortable on the platform. So thankful for Layla & her relatable nerdiness! 😁
Sidenote, you also get access to this mini-course WITH the separate ProcessDriven Membership & they work really well together!
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The Middle Finger Project*
⭐️ What We Think
Stuck on copywriting for your business along with some legit laugh-out-loud, real-AF inspiration? Ash provides inspiration, motivation, and personality in spades. I literally couldn’t put this one down, …and may/may not (definitely do) have multiple copies of this book. 😂
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Creative Law Shop*: favorite legal templates & contracts
⭐️ WHAT WE THINK
Their “templates were not only drafted by a contract attorney, but have been refined by professionals in each respective industry,” making sure they cover the types of details that only seasoned professionals in that industry know to have covered.
Use my affiliate code LAUNCH10 to save 10% off any time (stackable on top of any sale prices)!
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Booked Out Designer*, by Elizabeth McCravy
⭐️ What We Think
Elizabeth McCravy is a successful Showit web designer with a website template shop and an awesome podcast who pours her heart & soul into this course. BUT it’s not platform-specific and it doesn’t teach web design at all; in fact, it doesn’t teach design at all. This course is all about the processes of running an online business and learning how to book out your client calendar. The student community is invaluable, the coaching with both Elizabeth & Becky is a fantastic combination of how-to + mindset, and the course material helped my business scale –reaching my first $10k month. Worth every penny and enrollment is always open!
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Audience Academy, by Paige Brunton
⭐️ What We Think
No matter what course you’ve taken before, if you’re hearing crickets in your business and you need to know how to market it better, Audience Academy is the logical next step. Paige has mastered the art of content marketing with her blog, and she shares all of her secrets with you in this course. Paige compares content marketing via blogging, YouTubing, or podcasting, to ads, referrals, networking & more –so you understand the value of this invaluable marketing method that takes time, but not dollars, in order to get the word out. You can binge this one in a week if you can make the time! Want to get started on building your email list? Grab this freebie to get started.
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(Lean) Instant Pot Cookbooks*
⭐️ WHAT WE THINK
My favorite cookbooks for my Instant Pot also happen to be leaner recipes, –but don’t let that fool you because Brittany’s (author) recipes are sooo good! My ‘foodie’ of a husband even approves. 😉😂
I have all 3 of her cookbooks & loved them so much, I ended up buying one of each for family members & also gifted 6qt Instant Pot to them both too ––I wasn’t kidding when I said I loooove my Instant Pot!)
I don’t abide by her ingredients lists 100%; her family has special nutrition needs, so I’m able to sub out any unusual ingredients as needed and they still turn out lean & absolutely delicious!
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Ember Smart 14oz Coffee Mug*
⭐️ What We Think
Sick of making 50 trips to the microwave to nuke your cuppa joe because you got too focused on work & let it get cold? Never again. Keep it on the coaster & it’ll legit be hot ALL DAY long. Or off the coaster for up to 80/90 minutes. #luxurycoffeesplurge
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Standout Squarespace*, by Rache of SquareStylist
⭐️ What We Think
If you’ve taken other Squarespace courses and feel pretty comfortable on the platform BUT you want to dive deeper, learning how to write your own custom code solutions for even more creative designs that are still client-friendly, –you’re ready for Standout Squarespace by Rache of SquareStylist. It’s one of the most comprehensive courses I’ve ever taken so it’s a big time commitment (it will take a few months to get through it all, or at least a month if you take time off to do the course full-time), ––but it’s worth every penny. Rache is an amazing teacher with such a creative mind!
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Samson Q2U*
⭐️ What We Think
I’ve been doing LOTS of client calls, recordings, meetings, tutorial videos, guest interviews, coaching calls, –and all things that ideally have better audio quality.
So… the internal mic on my Mac wasn’t cutting it anymore!
This super simple setup makes the sounds A LOT better. It comes with everything you need to set up & use it right out of the box –no software needed. (Add the adapter for Apple’s USB-C though!)*
It’s literally plug-and-play, works with everything you already use to stream, call or record, and your audio will sound lightyears better than it did before –all for less than a $100 bucks.
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Square Secrets Business™️, by Paige Brunton
⭐️ What We Think
Once you’ve mastered Square Secrets it’s often a natural path for you to wonder, “I loved designing my website… how can I make a living doing this?” And that’s exactly what led me to jump into this course too. Paige continues to share business secrets related to how to run a business around designing websites for clients on Squarespace, sharing how to get your first clients, and more. It’s the perfect follow-up to Square Secrets™️! Enrollment is only open a couple times a year, last I checked.
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Square Secrets™️, by Paige Brunton
⭐️ What We Think
**NOW ALSO COVERS FLUID ENGINE!
If you need a website, can’t afford to hire a designer, and want to try your hand at DIY –this is the perfect course to get you up & running! Paige gives you all the “secrets” she used in her own web design business to design creative websites for her clients WITHOUT any code! The course is packed full of tips & tricks, design basics, some sales strategy, a great FB community & monthly coaching calls. This course was the catalyst for me on my own website design journey! Even with a background in graphic & print design, this course helped me learn the Squarespace platform and redo my own amateur website with confidence ––and it can help you do the same! Enrollment is only open a couple times a year, last I checked.
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Klipsch ProMedia 2.1*
⭐️ What We Think
My favorite way to slowly go deaf while I work. Skeptical at first, –these speakers put out an ASTONISHING sound and the sub kicks out some serious bass. For the money, you really can’t beat this setup. #thankmelater
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Logitech C920X HD Pro Webcam*
⭐️ What We Think
Need better quality video for client-calls and other business shit? This is a great plug-in-and-go set up. No software required, and my Mac immediately recognizes it. Works seamlessly with everything I use in my business from Loom to Zoom and more.
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Privacy Hood for Logitech C920X*
⭐️ What We Think
Paranoid about professional peepers? This cheap addition to my fav HD webcam just clips onto the face of the camera, with a lid that lifts up & out of the way when you want to use the camera & closes when ya don’t.
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Building A Storybrand*
⭐️ What We Think
If you’re new to copywriting, Donald’s approach to learning how & what to write for your business is so incredibly helpful. Game-changing even. If you can’t afford a copywriting course quite yet, this will help you get started.
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Adjustable Steel Laptop Stand*
⭐️ What We Think
Want to raise up your computer for a video call without a double chin thing happening? ––Er, I meant, to keep it from getting hot on your desk & for better ergonomic positioning while ya work. 😉 Seriously sturdy, holds my 16” MacBook Pro’s webcam up near eye level no prob.
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AfterShokz Open Ear Phones*
⭐️ What We Think
These are bone conduction earphones. They don’t go in your ear at all so you can hear everything happening around you. Definitely won’t win any sound quality awards, but they’re safer to use when you need to be aware of your surroundings & they have FANTASTIC battery life!
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AirPods Pro*
⭐️ What We Think
Killer sound & full immersion with the noise-canceling feature (which can be turned on OR off!), and decent battery life. With noise cancellation on, I can nearly drown out my husband’s band practice if I need to focus on work while he plays. With it off, I can hear everything around me, on top of the audio I’m playing. These are my FAVORITE earphones!
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L'ange Le Duo Grande curler
⭐️ What We Think
I have thick hair; a lot of fine strands that want to be wavy but would never hold a curl for more than a few hours. UNTIL this. The air holes set the hair as it curls so it literally lasts until the next wash day. Second-day hair never looked so good! Comes in 2 sizes.
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Cuisinart Airfryer Toaster Oven*
⭐️ What We Think
Did I mention I don’t “love” to cook? This wonderful machine toasts, air fries, bakes, convection bakes, and broils. I’ve literally used this for one almost every day for a couple years now: reheating, baking/broiling meats, toasting, air frying, etc. LOVE.
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Instant Pot - 6qt*
⭐️ What We Think
I don’t loathe cooking, but I don’t “love” it either. This Instant Pot makes ‘just enough’ of each meal I make in it to have leftovers the next day AND it cooks way faster than the oven or the stove.
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Silicone Cooking Utensil Set*
⭐️ What We Think
Not just “pretty” they’re also SUPER easy to clean food because food just doesn’t stick to these guys. Got mine in Khaki/Rose Gold, because I was tired of the traditional black or grey. One less thing to scrub clean after dinner is always a good thing!
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