The Philosophies Behind Choosing the Right Tools (Without Breaking the Bank) with Sarah St John

A common thread on the show this year has been the push and pull of finding the right tools while also balancing our time and money as solopreneurs. 

A while back I invited my friend and fellow podcaster Sarah St John onto the show. She’s the host of the Frugalpreneur podcast, and at first, I thought we’d share podcasting war stories. 

But then everything went wrong. We were having both hardware and software issues. So once we got everything squared away, I thought we could refocus the conversation. See, I have a tech background, and sometimes forget that troubleshooting and working with tech isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. 

So we decided to dive deep into managing your tech stack without spending a fortune. We share our top tips and personal experiences on how to choose the right tools, avoid unnecessary expenses, and leverage platforms like AppSumo for amazing lifetime deals. 

Whether you're a tech newbie or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you streamline your business operations and save money. 

Top Takeaways

• Evaluate Your Current Tools: Regularly check if your tools are still meeting your needs.
• Consider the Cost of Switching: Weigh the benefits of switching tools against the effort required.
• Balance Convenience and Cost: Ensure the cost of a tool is justified by its value.

Show Notes

• Sarah St John
• Caard
• Skool
• Captivate
• Descript 
• System.io
• SendFox
• TidyCal
• Castmagic
• Capsho
• Podium
• Podsqueeze
• StreamYard 
• Riverside
• Transistor
• Obsidian
• Notion
• Ecamm Live
• Cal.com
• WordPress
• Switchy

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