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Mind ya Business - Best apps for small businesses
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items Generally, I love creating content. But, when I started by braiding business I researched the best apps and websites that would help me edit, manage appointments and advertise my services. Here are the ones I frequently use.
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Business App tools
These handy-dandy apps can propel your business further and see it grow.
Setmore is the best app for your clients to book their appointments in the most effortless manner. You have the liberty to adjust your schedule and those of your staff, showcase your opening and closing hours…the possibilities are endless. Oh, you ca...
Setmore | Free Online Appointment Scheduling Software
An old faithful. Instagram is one of those apps where if you don't have an account for your business, then why are you even bothering? But, I can surely say you can't go wrong with uploading a few photos and reels to not only gain followers but, to h...
Instagram
There is no excuse for not being able to promote your business or creations for free. Tiktok makes it possible. You can grow followers in no time.
TikTok - Make Your Day
Similarly to Instagram and Tiktok, Pinterest is a visually aesthetically pleasing type of app. One of the perks of using this app is that you can save the things that you love in categories. For your business, it can be a great promotional tool. As f...
Pinterest
LinkedIn has been hands down the best app to help not only to promote your business but to hire employees. I highly recommend this app for individuals who are seeking job positions as well.
LinkedIn Corporation
Convivence is the word that best describes the facets of Linktree. Your customers and clients can see all of your links to your social media platforms, contact info and websites.
Linktree: Link everything you are
Facebook is cost effective and is very interactive for persons wishing to connect with your business.
Meta
Canva is a designed to assist individuals with countless templates for social media posts, your school assignments or even work presentations. Everything to meet your everyday needs. I generally use this for the NGO I volunteer with, my social media ...
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
By using this app you get an added edge to your social media posts or any type of multimedia. You even create transitions or apply effects to your videos among many other cool design tricks.
CapCut | All-in-one video editor & graphic design tool driven ...
I urge that you get WhatsApp Business. It can help you keep your personal numbers separate from your vendors, clients and customers. All for smoother transactions.
WhatsApp Business: Transform Your Business
Google Business IS A MUST!!!!! Think about it. When you are looking for a restaurant near you, or a nail tech at the closest mall. What is the first thing that you do? You Google it, right? So, this the app where you put your location, hours of opera...
Update your browser to manage your Business Profile - Google Business Profile Help
It is imperative to have at least one email business account. You must communicate with your vendors and other respective individuals. I have been using Google for all my life and I stand by it.
Google
A beautiful tool that I think revolutionize the way we create content.
ChatGPT
Business Website tools
These websites are helpful in many areas of creating content etc.
When I first ventured on my journey as a braider I wanted to incorporate visuals in my ads. Pexels, allowed me the ability to utilize free images so that I can promote beautifully curated content.
Free Stock Photos, Royalty Free Stock Images & Copyright Free Pictures · Pexels
Have you ever recorded a video and there was a lot of background noise? Well, you can simply upload your clip and Remove Audio from Video would do the rest for you and voilà, no more pesky noises.
Remove Audio from Video — Mute Video Online — Clideo
Sell Digital Products
Websites/Apps which are excellent to sell your digital products
If you're looking to have a website, socials and much more altogether in one Becaons Ai is one of those I've tried and are so efficient.
Get More From Your Link in Bio | Beacons
If you're looking to sell digital products I would recommend Payhip as one of the best. One perk for sure…it's free to start with.
Payhip - Create a free website and sell online