The Tools We Personally Use to Run Our Business, Create Content, and Earn Smarter With AI
These are the exact tools we use every day across our brands — including Affiliate Builder AI, the Smart Series, ChrisParis.net, and our various content platforms.
This list is intentionally curated.
No clutter.
No hype.
Just the tools that actually move the needle.
If you want to work smarter, earn faster, and build momentum with confidence, start here.
⭐ AI & WRITING TOOLS
These tools help you write, research, create content, and grow efficiently — even if you’re new.
✔ ChatGPT
What we use it for:
– Writing articles & outlines
– Product reviews
– Brainstorming niche ideas
– Summaries & research
– Scripts for videos
– Email writing
– Social captions
Why it’s essential:
The fastest way to create content with clarity and confidence.
✔ Claude
What we use it for:
– Longer writing
– Editing
– Cleaner, more natural-sounding content
Why we like it:
Claude has a highly polished writing tone and often feels “human-like.”
✔ Perplexity AI
What we use it for:
– Research
– Fact-checking
– Quick topic breakdowns
– Comparison studies
Why it’s valuable:
Instant answers + sources, perfect for affiliate reviews.
⭐ DESIGN & BRANDING TOOLS
✔ Canva Pro
What we use it for:
– Blog graphics
– Social media posts
– Lead magnets
– eBook covers
– Banners & ads
Why it’s essential:
Drag-and-drop simplicity + AI tools = every beginner’s best friend.
✔ Leonardo.ai
What we use it for:
– Image generation
– Cover art
– Models for carousels
– 3D-style mockups
Why it’s great:
Extremely clean output and powerful control settings.
⭐ WEBSITE & BUSINESS TOOLS
✔ Systeme.io
What we use it for:
– Landing pages
– Funnels
– Email sequences
– Lead magnet delivery
– Membership areas
Why it’s recommended:
All-in-one simplicity. Perfect for beginners who want a clean setup.
✔ WordPress + Astra Theme
What we use it for:
– Blogs
– SEO-optimized content
– Professional brand sites
Why we love it:
Fast, clean, flexible — excellent for long-term growth.
✔ Webira
What we use it for:
– Rapid website creation
– Upsell pages
– Quick publishing projects
Why it’s useful:
Fast for launching new sites without technical headaches.
✔ Cloudflare
What we use it for:
– Link cloaking
– Redirect rules
– Security & speed
– Domain management
Why beginners need it:
Makes affiliate links cleaner and safer.
⭐ MARKETING & EMAIL TOOLS
✔ MailerLite
What we use it for:
– Email lists
– Newsletters
– Automated email sequences
Why it’s excellent:
Beginner-friendly with powerful automation.
✔ Beehiiv
What we use it for:
– Newsletter publishing
– Audience building
– Monetizing email lists
Why beginners love it:
Clean platform, simple UI, and great for long-term audience growth.
⭐ CONTENT CREATION & VIDEO TOOLS
✔ CapCut
What we use it for:
– TikTok videos
– Instagram Reels
– YouTube Shorts
Why it’s great:
Fast editing + templates = beginner-friendly success.
✔ Opus Clip
What we use it for:
– Turning long videos into clips
– Auto-captioning
– AI-powered repurposing
Why it’s valuable:
Massive time-saver for content creators.
⭐ SEO & RESEARCH TOOLS
✔ Google Trends
What we use it for:
– Finding trending topics
– Validating niches
✔ Keywords Everywhere
What we use it for:
– Keyword research
– Content ideas
– Volume insights
✔ LowFruits
What we use it for:
– Identifying easy-to-rank keywords
– Finding low-competition content topics
Perfect for new blogs.
⭐ PRODUCTIVITY & ORGANIZATION TOOLS
✔ Notion
What we use it for:
– Content planning
– Research organization
– Editorial calendar
✔ Google Drive
What we use it for:
– Storing resources
– Document collaboration
– Quick access across devices
⭐ WHY THESE TOOLS WORK SO WELL
These tools were chosen because they help beginners:
✔ Create content faster
✔ Feel confident with AI
✔ Build websites easily
✔ Write without staring at a blank screen
✔ Manage links neatly
✔ Make graphics without design skills
✔ Start earning sooner
You don’t need all of them.
Start with 3–5 tools that match your goals.
⭐ GET STARTED WITH SMARTER TOOLS
Choose one AI assistant.
Choose one design tool.
Choose one publishing platform.
That’s enough to make real progress.
⭐ Continue Your Journey
👉 Recommended Affiliate Programs
👉 Affiliate Marketing 101
👉 AI for Beginners
👉 Resource Library (coming soon)
You have everything you need to start smarter and grow faster.⭐ Continue Your Journey