As a stay-at-home mum of two, I wanted a way to build an income that worked around my family — not something that took me away from them. These are the exact tools, apps, and resources I’m using as a complete beginner to learn digital marketing and s...
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Getting Started (Beginner Friendly)
Where I’m Growing My Audience
How I’m Actually Making Money
Learning and Growth
Content Creation
Editing & Workflow
Getting Started (Beginner Friendly)
This is what I use daily to create content, planners, and digital products — super easy even as a beginner.
Canva
Helps me with captions, ideas, and scripts when I don’t know what to post.
ChatGPT
What I use to edit my videos — simple and quick.
CapCut
Where I’m Growing My Audience
Where I’m documenting my journey and building my audience.
TikTok
Great for building trust and connecting with people.
Threads
This is where I keep everything organised and ready to monetise.
Stan - Your Creator Store
How I’m Actually Making Money
I started this as a complete beginner and it’s what helped me understand how people are actually making money online — not just posting content, but turning it into income. This is where everything started to click for me.
Where it all began for me. The DPH mini course was perfect for teaching me the basics about digital marketing and how to create my own digital products.
The Digital Product Hub: MINI Course + PLR Library by @MegLouisa | Stan
I was ready to upgrade to a bigger business academy which was going to teach me from the ground, up!
THE SMGB COURSE by @Selfmadegirlboss | Stan
Multiple income streams and 8000 done for you products. This was a no brainer for me.
Every Stream Counts by @Claire_louise_marketing | Stan
I had dipped my toe into the world of AI but i wanted to learn more. This is a really fun and educational course that will teach you all you need to know about creating content with AI. Tiktok shop and UGC modules are included!
TAE- The Ai Edit by @joshtxpev | Stan
The Self Made Global Business Academy!
THE SMGB COURSE by @Selfmadegirlboss | Stan
Learning and Growth
👉 Education 👉 Skill-building 👉 Support tools
This is what’s helping me understand everything step-by-step without feeling overwhelmed. I didn’t know where to start before this.
THE SMGB COURSE by @Selfmadegirlboss | Stan
I’m learning how to use AI properly to create content faster and smarter.
ChatGPT
The infamous OPM best £5 ever spent!
Overnight Pay Method by @chaosandcoffeedigital | Stan
Content Creation
Perfect for quick filming when the lighting isn’t great.
Amazon.co.uk: Selfie Ring Light
Makes filming hands-free so much easier.
Amazon.co.uk: Phone Tripod
This made filming so much easier when I started.
APEXEL Ring Light with Stand & Phone Holder
Improves sound instantly — makes content feel more professional.
Amazon.co.uk: Lavalier Microphone
Editing & Workflow
Helps me edit or listen to content without distractions.
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Great for planning, creating, and staying organised.
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