Two things are usually very scarce for start-ups and founders: time and money. Fortunately, however, there are more and more apps and programmes that make life easier for start-ups, sometimes even at zero cost.
We have compiled a list of our best tools for start-ups and founders.
BUSINESS PLANNING:
FOR-FOUNDERS:
If you are still relatively new to your business idea, the most important thing you need is a plan. The page www.fuer-gruender.de further. There you will find a free Business plan template. You can use the template to create your business plan step by step without forgetting anything important. If you are looking for expertise for founders and start-ups, take a look at our blog around. Many exciting articles that are relevant for you and your startup await you there
PROJECT MANAGEMENT:
WUNDERLIST:
Wunderlist is much more than just an app with which you can work through to-do lists. The app can also be used to coordinate smaller projects, for example. And of course, no important to-do will be forgotten.
ASANA:
Asana is a tool that allows you to organise even larger projects with ease. The best thing about it? The app, including all additional functions, is free for teams of up to 15 people.
MASTER TASK:
Probably the most comprehensive and one of the best tools for start-ups to coordinate projects, processes and to-dos. Many other apps can also be integrated. This makes the software a real all-rounder for organising your company.
MEDIA DESIGN:
CANVA:
Canva is a platform-independent graphics tool. It helps you create infographics, flyers, social media content and much more. It is extremely easy to use and is therefore also highly recommended for beginners in the graphics sector.
GIMP:
The graphics software Gimp is already a well-known player on the market. The tool is designed for the semi-professional creation and editing of graphics. This means that vector graphics, for example, are no problem for the freeware.
WINDOWS MOVIE MAKER/ APPLE IMOVIE:
Moving image content is becoming increasingly popular. With the "Windows Movie Maker" or "Apple iMovie" programmes, you have the opportunity to try your hand at film editing for free. And with a little practice, you can create really impressive videos.
COMMUNICATION:
DOODLE:
Finding joint appointments made easy! Doodle makes it easy to schedule customer appointments, team meetings, events and much more. For us, it's one of the best tools for start-ups and founders.
SLACK:
Slack is a tool with which you can communicate one-to-one but also in groups. You can also use other apps, such as Dropbox integrate directly. Simply invite friends or customers and off you go.
MARKETING:
MAILCHIMP:
Mailchimp is the tool par excellence if you want to do email marketing. The software is incredibly helpful for the entire newsletter process. From creative creation and target group-orientated distribution to subsequent data analysis. It is one of the best tools for start-ups in marketing.
SOCIAL MEDIA:
Of course, various social media platforms should no longer be missing from your marketing concept these days. No matter whether Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Want to know which channels are right for your business? Then take a look at our Blog post to the topic "Startup Marketing" over.
BUFFER:
The Buffer software is a social media management tool. With Buffer, you can manage all your social networks in just one place. For example, you can schedule a post and share it directly on multiple channels. You also get an end-to-end performance analysis of all your channels.
DATA TRANSFER:
DROPBOX:
Simply upload files with Dropbox and access them from any of your end devices. The tool is used for online data storage and the exchange of data between different people. Dropbox can be accessed via the browser or the respective app.
GOOGLE DRIVE:
Like Dropbox, Google Drive is used for online data storage and sharing. In addition, several people can work on a file at the same time. This increases productivity and workflow enormously.
WETRANSFER:
WeTransfer focuses on sending large files to one or more recipients. A big advantage is that you don't have to register to use the service. All you need to do is enter your own e-mail address and that of the recipient.
BOOKKEEPING:
ELSTER:
Tax return online and secure. With Elster, you can manage your tax affairs conveniently from anywhere.
SCANBOT:
A pile of invoices in paper form or a photo log with badly taken photos. Who hasn't experienced this? The award-winning scanner app puts an end to this. It allows you to take high-quality scans anytime and anywhere using your smartphone. This makes the conventional scanner superfluous.