What are the most underrated tools/resources you use for growing your startup?
Ashik Hameed
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In the startup world, sometimes the most valuable tools and resources are the ones that fly under the radar. Share the underrated apps, platforms, or strategies that have made a significant impact on your startup's growth. Let's uncover hidden gems and help each other thrive!
Here's my top 5 list:
1. Airtable: A flexible and powerful database tool that helps manage projects, track tasks, and collaborate with your team.
2. Canva: An easy-to-use design tool for creating professional graphics, social media posts, and marketing materials.
3. Grammarly: A writing assistant that helps ensure your content is clear, concise, and error-free.
4. Notion: A versatile all-in-one workspace for note-taking, project management, and collaboration.
5. Hunter.io: A tool for finding and verifying professional email addresses to improve your outreach efforts.
Adding more tools:
1. Hotjar: A tool for understanding user behavior on your website through heatmaps, session recordings, and feedback surveys.
2. Trello: A project management tool that helps teams organize, track, and manage their work effectively.
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Zayan Riyaz@zayan_riyaz
Great list @ashikhameed! Here are a few more underrated tools that have really helped our startup grow:
1. Zapier: An automation tool that connects different apps and services, saving time by automating repetitive tasks.
2. Buffer: A social media management tool that helps schedule posts, track engagement, and analyze performance across multiple platforms.
3. Typeform: An interactive survey tool that makes it easy to gather customer feedback and insights.
4. Mixpanel: An advanced analytics platform that helps track user interactions and measure product usage.
5. Slack: A communication tool that keeps team collaboration seamless and organized with channels, direct messages, and integrations.
Adding these to your toolkit can make a big difference in productivity and growth.
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@zayan_riyaz Thank you for the great suggestions! I agree, tools like Zapier, Buffer, Typeform, Mixpanel, and Slack are invaluable for boosting productivity and growth. I'll definitely consider adding these to our toolkit. Thanks for sharing!
These are fantastic tools! Airtable and Notion have been game-changers for productivity. Canva makes design so accessible. We're excited to explore Hotjar and Hunter.io based on your recommendations. Thanks for sharing these hidden gems!
Discord and linkedin for me. Try to keep it super simple
I’ve found that using Zapier to automate workflows between different apps has saved a lot of time and improved efficiency.
I use Intercom for customer support and engagement. Its live chat and automated messaging features have been incredibly useful.
@john_milton8 Intercom is fantastic for customer support! The live chat and automated messaging really help in providing timely and effective assistance. It's a great tool for boosting customer engagement!
I rely on Buffer for scheduling social media posts. It helps maintain a consistent online presence without the daily hassle.
@jordan_bulk Buffer is a lifesaver for social media management! It’s great to have a tool that keeps everything consistent and hassle-free.
I find Typeform great for creating engaging surveys and forms. It’s helped gather valuable feedback from customers.
@jusiy_waller Typeform is fantastic for that! Its interactive design really helps in collecting insightful feedback from customers. A great tool for engagement!
I use Ahrefs for SEO and keyword research. It’s been essential for improving our website’s search rankings.
@keira_stump Ahrefs is a powerful tool! It’s incredible how much it can boost your SEO efforts and improve search rankings. Definitely a must-have for any website.
I’ve had a lot of success using Mailchimp for email marketing. Its templates and automation features are very user-friendly.
@kathe_jordan Mailchimp is a great choice! Its user-friendly templates and automation features really simplify the email marketing process. Glad to hear it's working well for you!
I use Asana for task management and team coordination. Its project tracking features keep everything on track.
Thank you for sharing your list of underrated tools and resources for growing a startup! It's always great to discover new and impactful tools that can help drive success. In the spirit of uncovering hidden gems, let me add a couple more to your list:
1. Figma: A collaborative interface design tool that allows teams to create, test, and iterate on designs seamlessly.
2. Calendly: An efficient scheduling tool that helps you set up meetings and calls without the back-and-forth emails.
These tools can definitely help streamline processes and boost productivity for startups looking to scale. Remember, the right tools can make all the difference in achieving your growth goals!
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I use Wave for accounting and invoicing. It’s free and has all the features I need to manage finances.
@amard_sonal Wave is an excellent choice for accounting and invoicing! It's great that it offers all the necessary features for free. How has it improved your financial management?
Thank you for sharing the list! I would like to add 3 more tools that have helped me a lot:
1. Amplitude: Provides detailed product analytics that you can analyze on different levels and easily visualize.
2. Customer.io: Enables easy creation of in-app communication flows, facilitates A/B testing, and allows for easy creation of email layouts.
3. Fibery: A highly flexible platform for task management, product discovery, etc.
@anastasia_dashkevich Thanks for adding to the list! Amplitude, Customer.io, and Fibery sound like fantastic tools. Amplitude's detailed product analytics are invaluable for data-driven decisions. Customer.io's capabilities for in-app communication and A/B testing are essential for effective user engagement. Fibery's flexibility in task management and product discovery is impressive. These tools will definitely enhance our processes. Appreciate the recommendations!
Using Hotjar to understand user behavior is like having x-ray vision for your website - you'll uncover insights that even Superman would be impressed with! Plus, Trello's project management prowess is like having a personal assistant who never forgets a task. Time to level up your startup game!
Some underrated tools I've found valuable: 1) Mixpanel for product analytics - helps track user behavior and optimize features. 2) Loom for quick video walkthroughs - great for onboarding and support. 3) Zapier for automating workflows between apps. 4) Intercom for customer communication - live chat, targeted messages, help center all in one. 5) Amplitude for more advanced product analytics. Curious what hidden gems others have discovered!