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With so many resources available for career and professional development, entrepreneurship and small business ownership, and for executive teams and organizations, it can be difficult to decide what will be a good fit. Below you'll find what's made my list of favorites.
This Might Be Upsetting.
Before you dive in, there's something that's important to hear. And, this might be upsetting to some people.
While this is a great list of resources, and investing in these options or ones like them may help your business, you still have to do the work.
To use an example from the fitness world, it isn't the buying of the home gym equipment or the health club membership that gets you to reaching your health and wellness goals. It's the getting up everyday and making use of them that delivers progress and results.
The same holds true for the resources you'll see below. Okay, now you can take a look!
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Recommended Resources Quick Links.
Courses.
The Operating System.
I've completed 200+ online courses over the last several years and Justin Welsh's "The Operating System" stands head and shoulders above the rest.
If you have a LinkedIn profile and intend to use it as more than just a resume or an online business card, meaning you're actually posting content - you need this!
The Operating System is delivered via video modules, and an associated Google Drive resource (critical to your success) is included.
Whether you're creating a LinkedIn profile for the first time, or if you've had an account for years, Justin's system will meet you where you are, with steps you can implement the same day.
👉 Read Our Product Review of "The LinkedIn OS by Justin Welsh."
👉 Purchase Justin Welsh's Operating System.
Supercharge Your LinkedIn Experience.
I've had LinkedIn since December 23, 2006. 🤯
Scary, right?
In that time, there's been a lot of progress and a lot of mistakes.
But, it's been a great ride that's provided a wealth of knowledge.
Enough so that I've crammed some of my favorite tips into this 5-part email course.
It's free, and a great starting point, if you want your LinkedIn profile to do more for you than collect dust sitting on the side of the road on the internet super highway.
👉 Learn More About "Supercharge Your LinkedIn Experience."
Professional Services.
99designs.
When you're forming a business, you want to create a brand that stands out. You want one that is unique.
Maybe you also want your logo, brand assets, and digital creations to be ready for trademark consideration. And, you don't want to take the time to learn how to use the software to try to create this all on your own.
That's why I turn to 99designs to host a contest, receiving (usually) 100s of design submissions from talented creators, providing feedback in the early rounds, and narrowing the field to select a winner.
👉 Schedule a Free Design Consultation.
LegalZoom.
It goes without fail that when I learn that someone is starting a business, my mind turns to recommending that they connect with a qualified professional to determine the appropriate business entity creation and associated legal protections.
Sure, you could visit your State's website and possibly complete the related forms online in a matter of minutes. However, for many that ice that we'd be walking on could be pretty thin.
I've enjoyed the customer experience and the support of the LegalZoom team members in the creation of my LLC, along with the additional, and optional, integrations and services that are available.
What I enjoy doing most is working with clients and creating content that makes their lives easier. The more time I had to spend working through a maze of legal jargon, while being completely unsure as to whether I'd missed anything of importance, the less time I'd have to do the things I love.
👉 Learn More About LegalZoom.
Mylo.
Where I've seen many to be lax in their formal business entity creation, I've seen the same to be true where many solopreneurs neglect to select appropriate business insurance.
The type of products or services you provide, how and where you do business, whether you meet with clients in-person or if all is virtual, and other variables must all be considered in your selection of appropriate insurance coverage.
These
are best-guided by a qualified professional. I've enjoyed my
experiences with my business insurance provider, and have one less worry
(not that worrying has ever been a solution to any concern) to distract
me from my personal and professional passions.
👉 Learn More About Mylo.
Software.
Circle.
Circle is billed as "The all-in-one community platform for creators & brands."
After less than stellar experiences creating groups on social media platforms, I wanted a premium experience for Inevitabl's community members.
Without the constant distraction of ads, and having to jump through hoops to allow for integration of video meetings and file uploads, Circle has been a gift.
A bonus is their inclusion of course spaces, eliminating the need for yet another external connection. Summing it up, Circle simplifies the community experience for builders and for members.
👉 Learn More About Circle.
Here's the homepage of our Inevitabl community, built with Circle.ConvertKit.
Being able to engage with Inevitabl.com visitors and clients is one of the more fulfilling parts of coaching and consulting.
While social media platforms certainly allow for some form of interaction, being dependent on an algorithm that could change at any moment hasn't ever given me a feeling of security that I'll be able to stay in touch with those who happen upon my profile pages.
For that reason, you won't likely see very many reels or stories from me. I'd rather give you something concrete and that has some permanence to it. Plus, I love writing and filming videos.
All of this is to say that ConvertKit is my chosen provider for my newsletter services. And, should anything ever happen to them, the list of those of you who have so graciously subscribed to my weekly ramblings via email are just a download away.
In short, we'll be able to stay in touch much more easily should any of the currently popular platforms go the way of MySpace or Friendster.
I should write something else about ConvertKit. Their customer support is by far the best I've experienced. Quick, friendly, knowledgeable, and they get things done.
I'd signed up with the newsletter service in mind, and have been pleasantly surprised by the inclusion of landing pages, subdomains, virtual automations, email sequences, and other features that have all been gravy.
👉 Learn More About ConvertKit.
👉 ConvertKit's Free Plan.
👉 ConvertKit's Creator Plan.
👉 ConvertKit's Creator Pro Plan.
HoneyBook.
If you've seen my contact form or if you've been an Inevitabl LLC coaching or consulting client, you've enjoyed our HoneyBook experience.
It's a software service that's part lead generating, project managing, pipeline organizing, calendar structuring, proposal sending, invoice sharing, and accounts receivable supporting all in one.
What I like most is that I don't have to subscribe to several different providers to get all of those things done.
The platform has enough features that you'd think it'd be easy to get lost in setting everything up, which it could be, if not for the incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and responsive support team. I just sent them what I had in mind, and they set nearly everything up for me.
👉 Learn More About HoneyBook.
Loom.
If you've watched the videos I've recorded for Inevitabl.com, or if you've visited and subscribed to the Inevitabl YouTube channel, you've likely noticed the bubble in the bottom left corner of the screen where you can see me!
That's one piece of Loom's functionality - their "Screen and Camera" option - when recording videos. They also have screen only and camera only options, so there's something to fit any preference.
I'd first used Loom in preparing grad school presentations, and shortly thereafter used it for personalizing my outreach to prospects in an Inside Sales Executive role.
While I've tended to download the filmed videos from Loom, then upload them to YouTube, Loom does have its own area to where you can direct viewers so they can both watch and engage with your videos.
At the time of this writing, Loom offers a free plan with
some limitation as to the number and length of videos that one can
record, though upgrades are available which extend the maximum length of
video recording.
👉 Learn More About Loom.
Solo Build It!
I'd first used Solo Build It! in 2006. I'd been inspired to start a website then as several friends and colleagues in the fitness industry were developing their online presence and beginning to share information with audiences outside of their local area.
In much the same way that I describe the trials and tribulations of the change management process, the same can be said of the learning that occurs in building a website and in creating the content for it.
While there may be simple-to-implement options for website creation, what's drawn me to Solo Build It! for as many years as it has is the 10-Day Action Plan and the tools that are provided that help in search engine optimization and the development of a blueprint for a content-based site. Following this plan can help to ensure that your website is not a needle in a haystack or a virtual business card that provides little benefit.
I'll say that there is a bit of a learning curve to using this platform as effectively as one could, though the support received from customer service as well as from other SBIers (as we're called) in the forums provides reassurance that you're on the right path.
👉 Learn More About Solo Build It!
Testimonial.
Asking for testimonials is awkward.
Once you have them you have to figure out how to display them on your site or social media. That involves files, downloads, uploads, html, and other IT stuff.
Who has time for that? Not you and not your customers.
As you've been browsing my site, you may have seen text or video testimonials and the "Powered by Testimonial" mention.
It's the easiest, most fun, and least awkward way I've found to gather and share testimonials.
With integrations for social media, external videos, 3rd-party reviews, and Zapier, and with options for a "Wall of Love," a collection widget, tracking metrics, and more features, you'll be displaying awesome reviews in no time.
👉 Learn More About Video Testimonial Software.
👉 Learn More About Testimonial.
Typeform.
I started using Typeform for the clean presentation and user experience of their lead generation quizzes. But, they offer a comprehensive set of solutions for a variety of areas. Here are a few of their popular categories and forms:
Popular Categories:
- Order forms
- Feedback forms
- Satisfaction surveys
- Application forms
- Feedback surveys
- Evaluation forms
Popular Templates:
- Customer feedback form
- Registration form
- Branding questionnaire
- 360 feedback
- Lead generation
- Contact form
- Signup sheet
Follow the links to learn more about Typeform or to take my change management quiz!
👉 Learn more about Typeform.
VideoAsk.
Lead generation isn't always easy, right? You put a few forms and buttons on your site, hoping that visitors will click through, enter info, and magically become customers.
More often than not, people arrive at your site, stay for a few seconds, and are never heard from again.
VideoAsk makes lead generation and communication more fun for you and your site visitors!
With options for contact forms, lead generation, feedback surveys, customer service, and more, you have an instant upgrade at your fingertips with VideoAsk.
👉 Learn More About VideoAsk.
Vidyard.
While I've used Loom for instructional videos, I've tended to use Vidyard as part of my sales processes.
Prospective clients can receive hundreds of emails each day. Just like Zoom fatigue, email fatigue is real. To stand out from the crowd of competitors, I've enjoyed dropping a Vidyard video right into the body of an email.
Sick of cold calls and cold emails? Send a Vidyard. It'll be more fun for you and for those on the receiving end.
It's great for ongoing, customer service, too. Did you receive a question where it could take some time to write out the answer. Film a quick video, and send your response that way instead!
👉 Learn More About Vidyard.
For More Recommended Resources.
This section of the site is a great foundation for the types of resources that you might choose to use individually or in your organization.
While not an exhaustive list, it should get you thinking about the options you do have.
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In health,
Boh
David Bohmiller, MBA, MS (he/him/his)
Founder, CEO and Consulting Executive
Inevitabl LLC
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