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Start Your CE Provider Setup: My Essentials
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items Getting started as a CE provider can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re neurodivergent and juggling the many executive-function tasks that come with designing and delivering trainings. That’s why I put together this list of essentials: the too...
This list is divided into two parts. The equipment section includes the items that help me record and teach comfortably, like my microphone, desk set-up, and sensory-friendly workspace supports. The programs section highlights the tech I use to plan,...
Everything here has been tested in real-life conditions—not hypothetical “CE influencer” setups—so you can build a CE provider workflow that truly supports you, your brain, and your teaching style.
This list is divided into two parts. The equipment section includes the items that help me record and teach comfortably, like my microphone, desk set-up, and sensory-friendly workspace supports. The programs section highlights the tech I use to plan,...
Everything here has been tested in real-life conditions—not hypothetical “CE influencer” setups—so you can build a CE provider workflow that truly supports you, your brain, and your teaching style.
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Equipment That Makes CE Creation Easier (for Real)
My Recommended Programs for CE Providers
Equipment That Makes CE Creation Easier (for Real)
Creating CE programs can take a lot of energy, so I rely on tools that reduce friction, support focus, and help everything run more smoothly. Here’s the equipment I personally use to make CE creation feel easier (for real).
Once you figure out your settings, you'll wonder why you used any other microphone.
Yeti X - Professional USB Microphone
No way I could work without two monitors now. The arm allows me to adjust my monitors how I need them.
Jarvis Dual Monitor Arm
I do my best to stand up every hour or more. If I don't stand up/ move around, I'm just not as effective or efficient.
Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk, Rectangle
I thought using a split keyboard would be tough. Not true! Less fatigue on my hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders.
Freestyle2 Split-Adjustable Keyboard for PC
Now that you have the split keyboard, don't forget to get these! Adjust the keyboard a little or a lot.
Freestyle2 VIP3 Ergonomic Tenting Accessory for Kinesis Keyboards
Wrist rests as a term is a misnomer. You will actually rest your palms on these.
Carpio 2.0 Set - Ergonomic Keyboard Wrist Rest
Sometimes the computer fatigue can get to me. I like having an iPad for on the go!
iPad
My purple keyboard goes everywhere with me when I'm using my iPad!
Pebble Keys 2 K380s Bluetooth Keyboard | Logitech
Another ergonomic pick that helps your hands, arms, and shoulders!
Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse | Logitech
In case the vertical mouse isn't your jam.
Logitech M705 Marathon Wireless Mouse with 3Y Battery Life
Gotta have a mouse pad for that mouse!
Gaming Mousepads Wireless Charging System
I got the purple one!
Logitech DESK MAT - Studio Series
Lenovo laptops are always a good choice!
Lenovo
When my video editing software wouldn't work on my old computer, I knew it was time for a new one.
Dell Desktop Computer- Best Dell PCs & Personal Computers | Dell USA
My Recommended Programs for CE Providers
Equipment only gets you so far. Here are the various programs I use on a daily basis to get my work done and done well!
Thinkific at first was just a place for me to host my trainings. It has become so much more! Ask me how I use Thinkific.
Thinkific
Whatever Thinkific doesn't do, Google Workspace does: email, phone, website hosting, and lots of storage.
Compare Flexible Pricing Plan Options | Google Workspace
Did you know that a newsletter is one of the best ways to connect with your audience and to sell products? Kit makes it easy!
Kit
There is a free version of Davinci Resolve that does almost everything you need. Want to level up your editing game? Get the paid version!
DaVinci Resolve
Aegisub is my go-to for editing subtitles. Once you get the hang of it, it's super easy to use!
Aegisub
Just getting started? I used Certify'em on Google Workspace Marketplace to get out certificates to participants fast.
Certify'em
Krisp is great for noise reduction--the best I have ever used! You can also record audio, make meeting transcripts, and more.
Krisp
When I was approved for Single Programs and only offering live trainings, I used Humanitix to host my trainings. The platform has low processing rates if you are charging for seats, and profits go to good causes! You can create a detailed registratio...
Humanitix