RESOURCES
My Curated Tools to Simplify, Automate & Scale — So You Can Elevate Your Work & Reclaim Your Time
I’ve spent two decades building a business where automation eliminates overwhelm, clean systems outperform bloated teams, and clarity replaces chaos.
Here you’ll find the exact tools that power my Paid For Your Presence® Method and Soulful AI™ — each one vetted, used, and trusted to help you simplify, scale, and work with more ease.
HeartBeat
Your Business HQ—Minus the Chaos.
Most “community platforms” feel like a Frankenstein of logins and lost links. Heartbeat runs your programs, courses, chat, payments, and docs under one polished roof.
It’s branded, intuitive, and actually pleasant to log into — for you and your clients.
I switched because I’m allergic to cluttered systems and client confusion.
Heartbeat gives me total control over delivery and brand experience while keeping my backend lean and luxury. It’s what happens when tech finally grows up.
Buzzsprout
Podcasting for Grown Brands.
You can tell when a podcast is duct-taped together.
Buzzsprout handles hosting, analytics, and distribution so your message lands everywhere it needs to — no glitches, no lost episodes, no tech drama.
I wanted frictionless flow from publish to promotion, and Buzzsprout delivers that. It’s stable, clean, and pro-level without acting like enterprise software.
Think of it as the difference between “podcaster energy” and media brand energy.
OneUp
Social Scheduling That Feels Effortless.
OneUp quietly runs your content calendar while you focus on work that matters.
Queue it once, let it recycle intelligently, and step away from the noise.
Every post lands where it should, when it should — without you needing to babysit it.
I use OneUp because it’s clean, intuitive, and unpretentious.
It gives structure to my visibility without demanding my attention.
Automation should feel like freedom, not another feed to manage.
ElevenLabs
Your Voice. On Demand. Flawless Every Time.
ElevenLabs turns plain copy into studio-quality audio that actually sounds like you — without ever touching a mic.
I use it for course narration, podcast episodes, and sales audio that keeps selling while I’m offline.
The result? I don’t batch record — I automate authority.
ElevenLabs lets me show up vocally every week, even when I’m traveling or silent on camera. It’s the future of content: seamless, scalable, unmistakably human.
Descript
Edit Like a Pro — Without Editing Like a Pro.
Descript lets you cut, polish, and caption video or audio just by editing text.
Delete a word, and it deletes from the clip. No timelines, no tantrums, no Final Cut flashbacks.
I chose it because I want to focus on message, not mechanics.
Descript saves hours and keeps my voice work sounding premium — fast. It’s what every solopreneur needs before hiring a full-time editor: clarity and control.
ManyChat
DMs That Sell While You Sleep.
Automated conversations that qualify leads, deliver resources, and book calls — without living inside Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok.
ManyChat moves people from curiosity to calendar faster than any funnel.
It’s how I scale intimacy — combining automation with genuine connection.
You can finally log off without losing momentum.
Bizee
Form Your Freedom — Without the Fine Print.
Business formation shouldn’t feel like legal Sudoku.
Bizee takes the confusion, fees, and red tape out of creating your LLC.
You can add a registered agent, manage compliance, and stay audit-ready — all from one clean dashboard.
I used it to form my latest LLC, and it was fast, flawless, and actually felt like an upgrade.
Bizee keeps you legit while you scale — no corporate lawyer required.
Dreamhost
Reliable Hosting for a Stress-Free Website.
Your website should be an asset, not a liability.
DreamHost keeps your site fast, stable, and drama-free — no upsells, no “mystery fees,” no tech panic at midnight.
I use it because reliability is the quietest flex in online business. When your platform runs smooth, you can focus on conversions, not crashes.
TidyCal
Scheduling That Respects Your Time.
TidyCal is the rare calendar app that doesn’t make you want to throw your laptop.
It’s simple, branded, and elegantly integrated with your schedule.
Clients book faster, reschedule less, and you keep control of formats — from quick consults to eight-hour access days.
It’s clean, efficient, and lifetime-priced — no monthly drain. Freedom looks a lot like “no back-and-forth DMs.”
ClickWhale
Because “?ref=27492” Isn’t a Vibe.
Affiliate marketing doesn’t have to look scammy. ClickWhale turns messy URLs into elegant, trackable links that actually look like your brand.
It’s analytics with aesthetic. I like to monetize beautifully — ClickWhale makes my links easy to remember, easy to say, and impossible to lose. Pretty links, serious payouts.
Avoya Travel by Erica Duran International
Freedom Meets First-Class.
From VIP Days abroad to sold-out retreats, I plan experiences that grow your business and your tan line.
Travel is how I scale transformation — my agency handles the logistics so you can show up elevated.
Whether it’s a mastermind in Paris or a client retreat in Sedona, this is strategy disguised as sunshine.
Canva
Design That Makes Your Brand Look As Premium As It Feels.
From launch graphics to course visuals, Canva keeps every asset on-brand and scroll-stopping.
It’s the easiest way to make your brand look like it hired a designer — without actually hiring one.
I use it for speed and consistency, not shortcuts.
Canva gives me both style and control, which is the real luxury.
TubeBuddy
Smarter YouTube Strategy Without Guesswork.
Visibility without data is vanity.
TubeBuddy gives you keyword intel, thumbnail testing, and analytics that show what’s working before you waste time uploading.
Every video pulls its weight. It’s like having a strategist in your sidebar — and it pays for itself in clarity.
FreshBooks
Because “Creative” Shouldn’t Mean “Financially Confused.”
Money clarity is brand clarity.
FreshBooks keeps my books clean, quick, and client-friendly — no spreadsheets, no shame spirals.
It’s intuitive enough for creatives but powerful enough to run a real business.
You don’t need to be a CFO to look like one.
Furbo
Smart, Safe, and a Little Bit Adorable.
Furbo keeps me connected to my dog no matter where I am — check in, toss a treat, even get a selfie from your pup.
The HD camera and motion alerts give peace of mind when I’m away, but honestly, it’s the little moments that make it worth it.
Freedom includes knowing your best friend is safe, happy, and probably waiting for another treat.freedom includes peace of mind, and Furbo delivers that in HD.
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Feed Artie
The Keurig of Dog Meals — But Healthier.
Feed Artie is pure brilliance: pop in a fresh food pod, press a button, and your dog gets a hot, home-cooked meal on the spot.
Every portion is perfectly measured and made with real, human-grade ingredients.
I used to spend four hours a week cooking and weighing meals — now it’s as easy as brewing coffee.
Automation never tasted so good.
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Daily Harvest
Real Food for Real Launch Weeks.
When deadlines hit, I don’t want decisions — I want nourishment.
Daily Harvest ships frozen-fresh smoothies, bowls, and flatbreads made from real ingredients, not preservatives.
Heat, eat, and get back to creating.
Because your next idea deserves more than cereal for dinner.
Cook Unity
Dinner at a Different Country Every Night.
CookUnity feels like eating your way through EPCOT — chef-prepared meals from around the world, delivered fresh.
No chopping, no recipes, no “kit.” Just heat it in the oven and eat something you’d actually post about.
It’s restaurant quality without the reservation — perfect for creative seasons when every hour counts.
DayOne
Pocket-Sized Therapy That Tracks Your Growth.
Day One is where I track ideas, process decisions, and archive wins.
I’m on a 934-day streak for a reason.
You can write, voice-note, or add photos — it meets you where you are.
This isn’t a productivity hack; it’s how I stay emotionally clear in a business built on presence.
Calm
Soundscapes for Focus and Flow.
I don’t use Calm to meditate — I use it to work.
The ambient soundscapes keep me in flow, help me tune out noise, and (bonus) signal to others that I’m “off-limits.”
It’s my invisible office door — focus mode on, world muted.
SeatMate
Because Your Dog Deserves a Corner Office.
SeatMate is a cozy chair-and-ramp combo that keeps your dog comfortable and close while you work — and mostly out of your Zoom frame.
It’s one of those tiny upgrades that changes your whole day: ergonomic for both of you, charming for everyone else.
Ryze Superfoods
Energy That Works Like You Do.
Ryze combines adaptogenic mushrooms with real, functional ingredients — creamy coffee, chai, cocoa, and overnight oats that actually fill you up.
It gives you steady clarity without caffeine crashes or mood swings.
Less hustle, more grounded focus — because being “on” doesn’t have to mean being wired.
Worth Noting – Tools I’ve Loved and Outgrown
These are the platforms that powered earlier versions of my business before I streamlined into my current stack. They’re still solid, thoughtful, and beautifully built — especially if you’re in a different season or prefer an all-in-one platform. Think of them as the chapters that helped me scale before simplicity became the strategy.
Flodesk
Beautiful Email + Built-In Checkout
Flodesk made me fall in love with email again — effortless design, simple automations, and checkout forms that look like your brand, not a plug-in.
If you want your marketing to feel elegant and cohesive from inbox to payment, Flodesk still leads the pack.
Riverside.fm
Studio-Quality Recording — Minus the Tech Headaches.
Riverside changed the game for recording podcasts and interviews.
Multi-track, AI cleanup, and built-in hosting make it a dream for anyone who wants broadcast-level quality without hiring an engineer.
I’ve since specialized my audio workflow — but this is still my first recommendation for creators leveling up their sound.
PlannThat
Visual Content Planning With Purpose.
Before I refined my content systems, PlannThat helped me bring order to the chaos.
Visual calendars, brand palettes, analytics, and scheduling — all in one friendly dashboard (with a llama mascot that somehow made planning fun).
Perfect for anyone who wants clarity without spreadsheets.
Simplero
All-In-One, Without the Overwhelm.
Simplero carried my business through several growth phases — email, courses, CRM, and payments all under one calm interface.
It’s a beautiful solution for coaches and creators who want to build everything in one place before branching into a custom stack.
I outgrew it only when I needed more specialization — not because it stopped delivering.
Hiro.fm
Private, Premium Audio — Simplified.
Hiro.fm turns your voice content into exclusive audio experiences — think private podcasts, audio courses, or VIP programs with gated access.
It’s beautifully designed for intimacy at scale.
If you want to monetize voice content without the tech tangle, Hiro is a standout.
Voxer
Real-Time Coaching, Zero Zoom Fatigue
Voxer is the walkie-talkie app that changed how I coach.
Clients and I exchange voice notes in real time — no scheduling, no staring at screens, just honest breakthroughs on the go.
It’s the sweet spot between structure and spontaneity.




