3 Free AI Tools That Helped Me Build Faster (and Smarter)
…and chances are, you haven’t heard of them yet.
With AI tools popping up like mushrooms everywhere, it’s more important than ever to know which ones actually save you time and are genuinely useful.
I’ve tried and tested the three below and I think they could be a real help to you, too.
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I’ve been diving into the world of digital products lately, and if I’m being honest, most of the advice out there isn’t that helpful.
The AI Tools Powering My Workflow Right Now
Free, fun, and surprisingly powerful. You just copy your text and it turns it into a visual mind map. It’s perfect for adding visuals to your newsletter, course outlines, newsletter planning, or mapping out your product.
Great for solopreneurs who want clarity without needing design skills.
To create a full presentation complete with text and images with seconds.
Just describe your topic and goal, and Gamma builds a clean, professional presentation: slides, structure, and visuals included.
I’ve used it to turn a newsletter post into a mini-workshop deck in under 10 minutes. Great for webinars, courses, or repurposing your content without opening PowerPoint or Canva.
You still get full control to tweak the slides, but most of the heavy lifting is done for you.
You might be writing great content, but if the headline doesn’t hit, people scroll past.
This tool helps fix that. You paste your headline, and it gives you a score with tips on emotional pull, clarity, structure, and word balance.
It’s simple, quick, and really helps you train your instincts on what makes a headline clickable. I use it when I want my titles to work harder especially for key posts, lead magnets, or sales pages.
With AI tools launching left and right, it’s easy to get overwhelmed.
I’ve tested a bunch, and these three have earned a regular spot in my workflow. Whether you’re mapping ideas, building presentations, or writing stronger headlines, these tools can save you time and help you grow your newsletter with less friction.
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Thank you Claudia. Like Kathleen, I am not a big fan of Headline Analyser. I hadn’t heard of the other two but they sound really appealing. Going to check them out right now 💕
These are awesome! I played with each one as I read this. Super helpful, I'm definitely one who loves the idea of AI for increased productivity/efficiency ... but also overwhelmed. You spoke right to me here!