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

Brandon 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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Stop Chasing Shiny Objects: How to Build a Tech Stack That Actually Works

Brandon Drake

Published on: 24/12/2025

Discover why chasing the newest tech tool can slow your business down and how a simple, intentional tech stack can help you grow with clarity, confidence, and far less chaos.

CRMBusiness Tips

The Time Management Strategy That Saved My Sanity (and My Quality of Work)

Brandon Drake

Published on: 20/12/2025

Discover the simple CRM‑powered scheduling strategy that helped me stay focused, avoid burnout, and protect the quality of my work as my business grew faster than my calendar.

CRMBusiness Tips

Stay Ready So That I Don’t Have to Get Ready

Brandon Drake

Published on: 17/12/2025

Success isn’t about scrambling—it’s about staying ready. Discover how simple systems and habits free you to focus on what matters most: growth, health, and authentic connection.

HealthCRMBusiness Tips

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.

CRMBusiness Tips