Price: Starts at $25/month
QuickBooks is the Swiss Army knife of small business finances. It handles bookkeeping, payroll, and time tracking in one easy-to-use platform, helping you stay on top of your numbers without the headache. Whether you’re paying your team or tracking your hours, QuickBooks keeps it simple, accurate, and organized.
Why we use it:
Price: Free, or $4/month for Pro
Todoist is perfect for keeping your small team—or just yourself—organized. It’s a simple yet powerful tool for managing tasks, tracking projects, and prioritizing your to-do list. Whether it’s organizing a job site schedule or tracking client follow-ups, Todoist ensures nothing slips through the cracks.
Why we use it:
Price: Starts at $6/user/month
Google Workspace is the ultimate collaboration hub for small businesses. It combines Gmail, Google Drive, Google Meet, and more into one seamless platform. Whether you’re emailing clients, sharing files with your team, or hosting virtual meetings, Google Workspace keeps your business connected and running smoothly.
Why we use it:
Price: Free, or $18/month for Starter
HubSpot is a game-changer for managing customer relationships. It starts with a free CRM that organizes your leads, tracks interactions, and keeps you in sync with your clients. Upgrade to the Starter plan for powerful marketing and sales tools to help your business grow faster.
Why we use it:
At TradeBrain, we focus on simplicity. Each tool in our kit is chosen because it offers maximum value for small businesses without adding unnecessary complexity. And where possible, we leverage each tool for multiple uses, saving you time and money.
These aren’t just tools—they’re part of a proven system for running a business smarter, faster, and more profitably.