AI Tools I'm Lovin' Right Now

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Claude

Perplexity

Claude is where I go when I want calmer, more thoughtful output. I often use it for refining tone, reviewing longer documents, or when I want something to sound more natural and less “generated.”

What it’s great for

• Editing and refining longer writing

• Working through complex ideas step by step

• Making content feel more human and less rushed

Best for
Anyone who writes a lot and cares about nuance, clarity, and flow.

This is my primary thinking partner. I use it to talk things out, pressure-test ideas, draft outlines, and turn half-formed thoughts into something concrete. It’s especially helpful when I don’t want to start from a blank page or when my brain feels cluttered.

What it’s great for

• Brain dumps and idea sorting

• Drafting content, emails, and outlines

• Talking through decisions out loud

Best for
People who think best by talking things out and want a flexible tool they can use for almost anything.

When I need answers that are grounded in real sources, this is my go-to. I use Perplexity for research, comparisons, and quick fact-checking without opening a million tabs.

What it’s great for

• Research with citations

• Comparing tools, ideas, or options

• Getting current, web-based answers fast

Best for
People who want context and credibility, not just opinions.

HeyGen lets me create video without needing to be on camera every time. I use it when I want polished, professional video content without the full production lift.

What it’s great for

Creating talking-head style videos quickly
Educational and explainer content
Consistent video presence without filming

Best for
Business owners who want video content without the pressure of always showing up on camera.

ElevenLabs

Gamma is what I use when I want ideas to turn into something presentable fast. It helps me organize thoughts and turn them into clean slides or documents without getting stuck on design.

What it’s great for

Creating slide-style presentations quickly
Organizing ideas into a clear visual flow
Turning notes into polished documents

Best for
Anyone who wants professional-looking presentations without spending hours formatting.

Gamma

This is my go-to for realistic voiceovers. When I want something to sound natural, steady, and human, this is the tool I reach for.

What it’s great for

Voiceovers for videos and reels
Narration for presentations and training
Turning written content into audio

Best for
Anyone creating video, audio, or educational content who wants clean, professional sound.

HeyGen

Canva is my visual workhorse. If I need something designed quickly and cleanly, this is where I go. It keeps me moving without getting stuck in perfection mode.

What it’s great for

Social media graphics
Slides and presentations
Simple brand visuals

Best for
People who want good-looking visuals without needing design skills.

CapCut

Granola helps me capture conversations and meetings without scrambling to take notes. It lets me stay present and review things later.

What it’s great for

Meeting summaries
Capturing key points from conversations
Reducing note-taking stress

Best for
Anyone who has meetings and wants to actually listen instead of typing nonstop.

Granola

CapCut is my editing tool of choice. It’s straightforward, powerful enough, and doesn’t slow me down. I can edit and move on.

What it’s great for

Editing short-form video
Captions and simple effects
Fast turnaround content

Best for
Creators who want clean edits without complicated software.

Canva

ReadAI

Read AI helps me understand what actually happened in meetings. I use it to review summaries, action items, and decisions without rewatching recordings.

What it’s great for

Meeting recaps and highlights
Action item tracking
Saving time after calls

Best for
Busy professionals who want clarity after meetings without extra effort.

Hostinger

Coursebox is what I use when I want to turn ideas, notes, or written content into a structured course without starting from scratch. It helps me organize material into lessons and modules so I can focus on what I’m teaching, not the tech behind it.

What it’s great for

Structuring course content and lessons
Turning existing material into a course format
Getting a course outline up quickly

Best for
Anyone who wants to create a course or training without overcomplicating the process.

Coursebox

Hostinger is where my website lives. I use it because it keeps things simple without feeling limiting. It lets me get pages up, make changes quickly, and not overthink the tech.

What it’s great for

Hosting websites and landing pages
Simple site management
Keeping everything in one place

Best for
Small business owners who want a functional, professional site without developer headaches.