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Five tools that keep my creative biz running (without overwhelm)
You don’t need 27 tech tools and a caffeine drip to run a creative business. You need the right ones - the ones that make life easier, not messier. In this blog, I’m sharing the five tools I use daily (plus why I’m saying goodbye to Wix and hello to Squarespace). No overwhelm. No trendy nonsense. Simply practical tech that works with you, not against you.
Jo Draper
Jul 74 min read


Mirror, mirror on the web… what story are you telling?
You don’t need a five-page website to have a digital presence.
You’ve got a link-in-bio, a pinned post, maybe a Google Doc that’s doing more heavy lifting than it should.
But even those simple pieces?
They’re mirrors. People are looking in.
If your digital reflection doesn’t match who you are now, you’re making it harder for dream clients to find you—and harder for yourself to move forward.
This isn’t spring cleaning. It’s a strategic realignment before the new financial
Jo Draper
Jun 233 min read


The One About Planning a Trip to Alaska
Planning an $11,000 Alaska cruise taught me this: dream trips and dream businesses don’t run on vibes. They run on systems. From visa checks to budget buffers, every step was supported by a plan. The same is true in business, because without clear workflows, you’re winging it. This blog breaks down how travel prep mirrors business strategy (and why you always pack a hoodie).
Jo Draper
May 193 min read
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