Tools I Use for AI Workflow Consulting
These are the AI tools, automation platforms, and workflow systems I use every day to help small businesses save time, simplify communication, and create repeatable processes. You don’t need to learn every tool — part of my job is choosing what fits your business best.
ChatGPT (OpenAI)
What it does:
Helps generate content, rewrite communication, summarize reports, and build automations.
Best for:
Business owners needing a dependable “assistant” for writing, organizing, and thinking through tasks.
Common Workflows I Build:
- Automating email cleanup
- Drafting customer messages
- Summarizing long documents
- Turning rough notes into polished content
- Creating reusable prompt templates
Claude (Anthropic)
What it does:
One of the best tools for long-form reasoning, document analysis, and multi-step business workflows.
Best for:
Businesses dealing with complex documents, compliance info, or research-heavy tasks.
Common Workflows:
- Strategic planning assistance
- SOP creation
- Policy or document analysis
- Multi-document research summaries
Zapier
What it does:
Connects your apps so information moves without human effort.
Best for:
Businesses who want to automate repetitive tasks without hiring developers.
Workflows I Build:
- Lead routing and notifications
- Automated follow-up sequences
- CRM → Email → Google Sheets automations
Make (formerly Integromat)
What it does:
More powerful automation builder for advanced workflows.
Best for:
Businesses with multi-step processes or data flowing between several tools.
Workflows I Build:
- Custom API connections
- Complex multi-system automations
- Long-chain workflows
Google Workspace
How I Use It:
- Auto-generate spreadsheets
- Convert forms → reports
- Auto-create documents based on templates
- Email cleanup using AI
CRM Systems (JobNimbus, AccuLynx, HubSpot, Zoho, etc.)
How I Use Them:
- Automated job updates
- Customer message templates
- Lead status communication
- Report generation
(Even if you use a different CRM — the same concepts apply.)
Want help choosing the right tools for your business?
