Top Tools for Freelancers and Consultants to Run a Lean Business

Your time is money.
These tools help you stay organized, impress clients, and get paid without the admin chaos.

  1. Bonsai — Proposals, Invoicing, CRM
    All your business ops in one sleek dashboard.

  2. Notion — Projects & Client Notes
    Manage deliverables, timelines, and briefs in one flexible workspace.

  3. Loom — Client Comms Without Calls
    Send fast updates or walkthroughs and skip the meetings.

  4. Stripe — Get Paid, Stress-Free
    Charge clients easily and look like a pro doing it.

  5. Clockify — Time Tracking That’s Actually Good
    Track billable hours and stay profitable.

Bonus Tip: Set boundaries early with clients using a clear “welcome doc” — automate professionalism.

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