You already know about the broken hand. I’ve mentioned it a few times now because…well…it’s shaped how I’ve had to work, think and create lately.
Over the past week, I realised I’ve been relying on a specific set of tools that haven’t just kept me afloat – they’ve genuinely helped me keep building, connecting, and even making money while I recover.
So instead of a long story or lesson today, I’m just going to give you what’s working.
These are the free tools that made a real difference for me this week. If you’re short on time or momentum, maybe something here will give you a push forward.
As promised, I’ve included a special section on the video tools I’ve used along with some of my top tips.
Pixlr – Free Canva Alternative (No Download Needed)
I couldn’t drag and drop like usual, so I needed something simple. Pixlr worked beautifully. It’s free, browser-based, and more flexible than Canva Free.
Use it for eBook covers, mockups, social posts, product images…anything.
AnswerThePublic – Free Keyword Tool
This gem helps you discover what people are actually searching for in your niche. Just type in a topic and it spits out a mind map of real search phrases.
Ideal for YouTube, listicles, quizzes, email content, product research.
Writesonic (AI Writing Tool With Free Plan)
Typing with one hand is not easy and even dictation has its limitations. Writesonic helped me whip up drafts fast.
Useful for blog posts, emails, landing pages, or even product names.
TubeBuddy Tutorials – Free YouTube Growth Training
If you’re doing (or planning) YouTube, this is a great place to start. Practical, step-by-step video growth strategies from the TubeBuddy team.
Helped me think about how I could show up without filming myself.
https://www.tubebuddy.com/tutorials/
Namelix – Business Name + Logo Generator
Needed a brand name and couldn’t brainstorm properly. Namelix to the rescue. It generates catchy names and logos instantly.
Great for new PLR brands, Etsy shops, or micro-offers.
AI Video Tools That Helped Me Create Without Lifting a Camera
I couldn’t record anything this week. But video is still one of the best ways to get traffic, build trust, and sell.
These tools let me create full videos, fast…even with a broken hand.
InVideo AI
I typed a single prompt and it created a full video: script, visuals, voiceover, everything.
Ideal for YouTube, social posts, or VSLs.
D-ID Talking Avatars
No need to be on camera. D-ID gives you a virtual presenter who speaks your script in a natural voice.
Perfect for faceless channels or explainer videos.
CapCut (AI-Powered Auto Edits)
Quick, simple, smart. CapCut can auto-cut, caption, and polish your videos, especially Shorts, Reels, and TikToks.
Made editing painless.
ElevenLabs (Human-Level AI Voiceovers)
You can type your script and generate a voiceover that sounds real. It even handles emotion.
Brilliant for narrating without speaking.
Free Guide: Video Marketing in 2025 (by HubSpot)
What’s working in video right now? HubSpot’s guide breaks it down with real data and examples.
https://offers.hubspot.com/video-marketing-trends
Quick Tips for 2025 Video Content
1. Hook fast – 3 seconds or less
2. Always use subtitles (most people watch on mute)
3. Repurpose one video into 10 Shorts/Reels
4. Let AI tools do 80% of the work
5. Done is better than perfect. Publish now, tweak later
Your TED talk this week dives into growth mindset and how your belief in your own ability to learn, adapt and keep going (even when things feel broken, literally or figuratively) can radically change your outcomes.
Perfect for anyone who’s starting over, facing setbacks or wondering if it’s too late to try something new.
If even one of these tools helps you create, connect, or sell this week, then I’m glad I shared it…
Because I know what it’s like to be stuck. To want to move forward but feel like your hands are tied. Or in my case, just broken.
