The stack we recommend
Tools we'd use ourselves to grow a client-driven business — CRM, outreach, email, payroll, security, and more.
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Webflow
Visual website builder agencies use to ship client sites without hand-coding.
Kit
Email platform built for creators and small businesses — formerly ConvertKit.
Instantly
Cold email outreach platform with unlimited inbox warmup and sending.
Pipedrive
Visual sales CRM designed around the deal pipeline — easy for non-technical teams.
AdCreative.ai
AI-generated ad creatives and creative scoring for paid social and search.
Apollo.io
B2B contact database and outbound sales engagement in one platform.
Manychat
Conversational marketing automation across Instagram, WhatsApp, and SMS.
Brevo
All-in-one email, SMS, and marketing automation — formerly Sendinblue.
monday.com
Work OS for managing projects, clients, and internal workflows in one place.
Deel
Global payroll and contractor management for distributed teams.
Gusto
US-focused payroll, benefits, and HR for small businesses.
1Password
Team password manager and secrets vault — a baseline for any modern business.
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