The exact tools I use every day to work smarter with AI.
Why This Page Exists
People ask me regularly which tools I actually use. Not which tools I have heard about or read about — which ones are open in my browser right now, which ones I use every single day, and which ones have made the biggest difference in how I work and earn.
This page is the answer to that question. Every tool listed here is something I have personally used. I will tell you honestly what each one is good for and where it falls short. Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you sign up — at no cost to you. That never influences what I recommend. If I do not use it and believe in it, it does not make this list.
AI Writing Tools
ChatGPT — chatgpt.com
This is the tool I use more than any other. The free version is genuinely powerful and it is where I started when I had zero budget. I use it to generate first drafts, brainstorm ideas, create outlines, and speed up research. The key is learning how to write specific, detailed prompts — vague prompts give you vague output.
Claude — claude.ai
I use Claude when I need longer, more nuanced content. It tends to produce writing that feels slightly more natural out of the box, which means less editing time. Free version is available and worth trying alongside ChatGPT to see which one suits your style better.
Editing and Quality Tools
Grammarly — grammarly.com
Every piece of content I deliver to a client goes through Grammarly first. The free version catches grammar errors, awkward phrasing, and unclear sentences. It has saved me from embarrassing mistakes more times than I can count and it has genuinely improved my writing over time.
Hemingway Editor — hemingwayapp.com
This is the most underrated free writing tool I know. It analyzes your writing and highlights sentences that are too long or too complicated. For content aimed at a US audience, you want your writing to be clear and easy to read — Hemingway keeps you honest about that. Free to use directly in the browser with no account needed.
Freelancing Platforms
Fiverr — fiverr.com
This is where I got my first freelance client and my first online income. The barrier to entry is low, which is exactly what you need when you are starting from zero. Create a gig, set your rate low to build reviews, and raise it as your reputation grows.
Upwork — upwork.com
Once you have some experience and samples to show, Upwork opens up higher-paying opportunities. The proposal process takes more effort than Fiverr but the clients tend to be more serious and the projects tend to be larger.
Image Resources
Pexels — pexels.com
Free stock photos with no attribution required. I use Pexels for all the images on this blog. High quality, easy to search, and completely free for commercial use.
Unsplash — unsplash.com
Another excellent source of free, high-quality stock photography. Good alternative to Pexels if you cannot find what you are looking for there.
This Page Will Keep Growing
As I discover new tools that genuinely improve how I work, I will add them here. Check back occasionally for updates.
If there is a specific type of tool you are looking for and do not see it here, feel free to reach out through the Contact page and ask — I am happy to point you in the right direction.
— aiworko.com