AI Resources
Curated tools and resources for small businesses. I only list things I've actually tested or thoroughly researched.
Note: I'm not paid or sponsored by any of these tools. These are genuine recommendations based on my research and testing. Links are not affiliate links.
AI Assistants (Chat)
General-purpose AI assistants for writing, research, brainstorming, and more.
ChatGPT
FreemiumThe most well-known AI assistant. Great for general tasks, writing, and brainstorming. Free tier is capable; paid tier ($20/mo) adds more features.
Visit Site →Claude
FreemiumMade by Anthropic. Excellent for longer documents, analysis, and nuanced writing. Many prefer it for professional content.
Visit Site →Google Gemini
FreemiumGoogle's AI assistant. Integrates well with Google Workspace. Good for research with its web access capabilities.
Visit Site →Writing & Content
Tools specifically designed for content creation and writing assistance.
Grammarly
FreemiumAI-powered writing assistant for grammar, spelling, and tone. Free version covers basics; premium adds advanced suggestions.
Visit Site →Hemingway Editor
FreeMakes your writing clear and bold. Highlights complex sentences, passive voice, and suggests simpler alternatives.
Visit Site →Copy.ai
FreemiumAI copywriting tool with templates for ads, emails, social posts, and more. Free tier includes 2,000 words/month.
Visit Site →Automation & Productivity
Automate repetitive tasks and streamline your workflows.
Zapier
FreemiumConnect apps and automate workflows without coding. Free tier allows 100 tasks/month—often enough for small businesses.
Visit Site →Make (Integromat)
FreemiumMore powerful alternative to Zapier with visual workflow builder. Free tier is generous for testing and small automations.
Visit Site →Notion AI
Add-onAI features built into Notion for summarizing, writing, and organizing. Great if you already use Notion for docs.
Visit Site →Image & Design
AI tools for creating and editing images and graphics.
Canva
FreemiumDesign tool with AI features for creating social graphics, presentations, and marketing materials. Very beginner-friendly.
Visit Site →Remove.bg
FreemiumInstantly remove backgrounds from images using AI. Perfect for product photos and headshots.
Visit Site →DALL-E (ChatGPT)
PaidAI image generation built into ChatGPT Plus. Create custom images from text descriptions.
Visit Site →Learning Resources
Free courses and guides to learn more about AI.
Google AI Essentials
FreeFree course from Google covering AI fundamentals. No technical background needed—great for business owners.
Start Learning →Anthropic Prompt Library
FreeCollection of effective prompts and techniques for getting better results from AI assistants.
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