Dave's favorite tools to stay productive and focused.
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Softr turns Airtable and Google Sheets data into functional web apps, portals, and CRMs without code. This review builds a real sales CRM from scratch to test limits. Covers templates, custom views, and whether no-code app building works for real business needs.
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CleanShot X is an all-in-one Mac screenshot and screen recording tool with annotation, scrolling capture, and cloud sharing. This review covers daily use, key features, and output quality. The best Mac capture tool for content creators, developers, and professionals.
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3CX makes setting up a professional business phone system easy with hosted PBX, video calls, and live chat. This review tests call quality, mobile apps, and admin setup. Covers pricing, features, and whether 3CX can replace your current business phone solution.
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Sync.com offers unlimited cloud storage with simple file sharing and end-to-end encryption. This review tests sync speed, sharing options, and team features. Covers real daily use, pricing, and how it compares to Google Drive and Dropbox for privacy-focused storage.
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A first look at Noah Kagan's Million Dollar Weekend book with the backstory on AppSumo. Covers key ideas for launching a business in 48 hours, real takeaways, and whether the advice holds up. An honest review for aspiring entrepreneurs considering the book.
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A step-by-step look at the tools and process used to produce high-quality online courses as a solo creator. Covers recording, editing, hosting, and marketing. A practical workflow guide for anyone building courses without a production team or big budget.
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Screen Studio transforms basic Mac screen recordings into cinematic videos with auto zoom, motion blur, and backgrounds. This review tests output quality, editing tools, and export options. Covers real use for tutorials and demos that look polished without manual editing.
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Unroll.me scans your inbox for newsletter subscriptions and lets you mass unsubscribe for free. This review tests detection accuracy, cleanup speed, and privacy concerns. Covers real results and whether free email cleanup tools are worth the data trade-off.
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ManyRequests is a client portal and request management tool for service agencies that streamlines intake and delivery. This review tests the request flow, client experience, and team tools. Covers real use and whether it improves agency operations over email and forms.
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InsideTracker analyzes blood biomarkers to deliver personalized health and performance recommendations. This review covers the testing process, dashboard insights, and real results. An honest look at whether data-driven blood testing improves productivity and well-being.
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Cloudron gives you a graphical interface to install and manage open source software on your own server. This review tests app deployment, updates, and backup management. Covers real use and whether self-hosting apps with Cloudron beats paying for SaaS subscriptions.
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ThriveDesk bundles a shared inbox, live chat, and community platform into one customer support tool. This review tests ticket management, chat quality, and team workflows. Covers real daily use and how it compares to Help Scout and Freshdesk for small support teams.
