The Tools I Actually Use to Run My Business
Running a business is one thing… keeping it running smoothly (without losing your mind) is another. Over the years, I’ve tested a lot of platforms, resources and shiny new tools. Some were great, others were a total waste of time.
So instead of you wasting hours (and dollars) trialling everything under the sun, I thought I’d share my actual toolkit — the platforms I use daily inside The Visual Collective and recommend to my clients.
And the best bit? Most of these links include discounts, trials, or bonuses for you too.
🎨 Design Resources
Think of Envato Elements as an unlimited design buffet — fonts, templates, graphics, videos, stock photos, you name it. If I need to whip something up quickly, it’s the first place I go.
Stock imagery that doesn’t look like stock. Their collections are modern, stylish and brand-ready — I use them across Instagram, my website and even client projects.
If you’re after bold, punchy stock photos that stand out from the cookie-cutter crowd, Elevae is a gem. Their collections feel fresh and creative.
Want your brand to feel like it belongs in a magazine? ESI has editorial-style imagery that’s timeless, sleek, and elevated. Perfect if you’re going for luxury vibes.
💻 Websites
I design all my client sites on Squarespace because it’s intuitive, stylish and easy to update. Whether you’re launching your first site or giving your old one a glow-up, Squarespace just works.
🛒 Ecommerce
If you’re planning to sell products online, Shopify is my go-to platform. It’s built for ecommerce from the ground up, making it easy to manage inventory, payments, shipping, and everything in between. Whether you’re starting with one product or scaling a full store, Shopify gives you the flexibility to grow.
👉 Start your free Shopify trial here
✉️ Email Marketing
Flodesk is as beautiful as it is functional. I use it for all my email workflows because it’s simple, affordable and makes every email look professional. Bonus: sign up through my link and you’ll get 50% off your first year.
⚖️ Legal
Legal doesn’t have to be scary (or boring). Foundd Legal is run by a fellow Aussie and offers contracts + templates that are actually easy to understand. Protect your business from the start.
✨ Final Note
Some of these are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you decide to sign up — at no extra cost to you. I only ever share tools I use myself and genuinely recommend, so you can trust these will help you build a business that not only works but looks good doing it.
