Recommended Tools & Resources
These are the products and tools we personally use and recommend to help Texas businesses grow smarter, connect faster, and work more efficiently.
Popl
Digital Business Cards & Lead Capture
Popl is the digital business card and lead capture tool we use and recommend. Share your contact info instantly, capture leads at events, and follow up faster — all from your phone or a smart device.
Why We Recommend It
- Instantly share your contact info with a tap or scan
- Capture leads at events, meetings, and networking
- Integrates with CRMs and email marketing tools
- Professional digital presence that replaces paper cards
- Track who views your profile and follow up faster
Best for: Realtors, service professionals, and anyone who networks in person
Setmore
Online Scheduling & Appointment Booking
Setmore is the online scheduling platform we use and recommend for booking appointments, consultations, and strategy calls. Clients can book directly from your website, social media, or a shared link — no back-and-forth needed.
Why We Recommend It
- Clients book appointments 24/7 from any device
- Automated email and text reminders reduce no-shows
- Syncs with Google Calendar, Outlook, and other tools
- Customizable booking page with your branding
- Accept payments online at the time of booking
- Free plan available — easy to get started
Best for: Realtors, consultants, service professionals, and any business that books appointments
Google Workspace
Professional Email, Docs & Collaboration
Google Workspace gives your business a professional email address, cloud storage, video meetings, and the full suite of productivity tools — Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Meet, Docs, Sheets, Forms, and Gemini AI tools — all under your brand.
Why We Recommend It
- Professional email with your business domain
- Google Drive cloud storage for files and collaboration
- Google Meet for video calls and virtual meetings
- Docs, Sheets, and Forms for real-time teamwork
- Google Calendar to manage your schedule
- Gemini AI tools built in for smarter productivity
Best for: Any business that wants professional email, cloud tools, and team collaboration
Sintra AI
AI Assistants & Business Automation
Sintra AI is the AI-powered platform we use daily for content creation, SOPs, business automation, and strategy support. It gives you a team of AI assistants that learn your business and help you work smarter — not harder. Use code JSTIQ at signup.
Why We Recommend It
- AI assistants trained on your business and brand
- Automate content creation, SOPs, and workflows
- Build marketing systems and strategy documents
- Brain AI stores your knowledge for personalized output
- Integrates with email, calendar, social media, and more
- Scales with your business as you grow
Best for: Entrepreneurs, marketers, and businesses ready to leverage AI for growth
B12
Professional Websites & Business Tools
B12 is an all-in-one platform for building a professional website, managing your online presence, scheduling appointments, sending invoices, and running your business — fast and easy, even without tech experience.
Why We Recommend It
- Professional website built quickly with AI assistance
- Online scheduling and appointment booking built in
- Invoicing and payment collection tools
- SEO-friendly pages to boost your visibility
- Email marketing and client engagement features
- All-in-one platform — no juggling multiple tools
Best for: Small businesses, consultants, and service providers who need a professional online presence fast
Manus AI
Advanced AI Agent & Research
Manus is a next-generation AI agent that goes beyond chat — it can research, plan, build, and execute complex tasks autonomously. We use it for deep research, competitive analysis, and building out business strategies.
Why We Recommend It
- Autonomous AI agent that completes multi-step tasks
- Deep research and competitive analysis
- Builds documents, plans, and reports for you
- Handles complex workflows beyond simple chat
- Saves hours on research and strategy development
Best for: Business owners and marketers who need advanced AI for research, planning, and execution
Stan Store
Digital Storefront & Resource Hub
Stan Store is our central hub for offers, downloads, consultations, and tools. It makes it easy to sell digital products, book calls, and share resources — all from one simple link you can put anywhere.
Why We Recommend It
- One link for all your offers, bookings, and downloads
- Sell digital products and services directly
- Book consultations and strategy calls
- Clean, mobile-friendly storefront
- Easy to set up — no tech skills required
Best for: Creators, coaches, consultants, and businesses selling digital products or services
VEED
Video Editing & Content Creation
VEED is the video editing platform we use for captions, short-form content, and professional business videos. It makes editing fast and simple — perfect for social media clips, training videos, and marketing content.
Why We Recommend It
- Auto-captions and subtitles in minutes
- Easy short-form video editing for Reels, TikTok, and Shorts
- Professional templates and branding tools
- Screen recording for tutorials and walkthroughs
- Cloud-based — edit from any device, no downloads
- AI-powered tools to speed up your workflow
Best for: Content creators, marketers, and businesses creating video for social media and training
HeyGen
AI Video Creation & Avatars
HeyGen helps business owners create AI-powered videos using avatars, explainer videos, training videos, video translations, and personalized business content. Texas Custom Marketing recommends HeyGen for businesses that want to create professional video content without needing a full production team.
Why We Recommend It
- Create professional videos with AI-powered avatars
- Build explainer and training videos in minutes
- Translate videos into multiple languages automatically
- Personalize video content for clients and campaigns
- No camera, studio, or production crew required
- Scale your video marketing without scaling your budget
Best for: Business owners, trainers, Realtors, coaches, marketers, course creators, consultants, and service providers who want to use video to educate, promote, and communicate more effectively
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