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The Gateway Drug Effect of Some CRMs: From Freebie to Fee Frenzy

The Gateway Drug Effect of Some CRMs: From Freebie to Fee FrenzyBrandon Drake Published on: 30/03/2025

Think all CRMs are the same? Think again. Some start as a free dream but quickly turn into a costly nightmare. Don’t fall for the gateway drug trap—learn how to choose a CRM that grows with you, not against you. Your business deserves it! Read more.

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The Case for a Minimal Tech Stack (Without Substack)

The Case for a Minimal Tech Stack (Without Substack)

The Case for a Minimal Tech Stack (Without Substack)Brandon Drake
Published on: 05/12/2025

Discover why I skip Substack and keep my tech stack minimal. Fewer apps mean less chaos, more clarity, and stronger client results. See how efficiency fuels growth and share your own take on Substack.

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Networking That Works: How Systems Make Introductions More Powerful

Networking That Works: How Systems Make Introductions More Powerful

Networking That Works: How Systems Make Introductions More PowerfulBrandon Drake
Published on: 26/11/2025

Discover how the right systems turn networking into real opportunities. Learn why a searchable bio in a CRM makes you unforgettable, visible, and connected when it matters most.

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Sustainable Growth Starts with the Right CRM

Sustainable Growth Starts with the Right CRM

Sustainable Growth Starts with the Right CRMBrandon Drake
Published on: 20/11/2025

Sustainable growth isn’t just lasting longer—it’s thriving without compromise. Discover why the right CRM is the secret to clarity, automation, and relationships that scale.

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Cold Showers: Health Benefits and Lessons for Business Growth

Cold Showers: Health Benefits and Lessons for Business Growth

Cold Showers: Health Benefits and Lessons for Business GrowthBrandon Drake
Published on: 19/11/2025

Discover how cold showers boost health, sharpen resilience, and teach the ultimate business lesson: real growth happens outside your comfort zone. Step into the cold, step into progress.

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