TOOLS
A curation of my favorite high ROI tools—for business and life:
Business Stack
12 tools that power my
website and Creator Method.
Life Stack
15 best tools for health,
wealth, and personal productivity.
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BUSINESS TOOLS
Reverse engineer the tech stack that powers my business. Save hundreds of hours of your life.
WP Engine is a best-in-class web hosting service that powers my WordPress site, BenMeer.com. It’s trusted by more than 1M+ sites.
- Customer support: 24/7 access to experts
- Speed: Up to 200% faster
- Certified security
Beehiiv powers my System Sunday newsletter. I also send free resources (like my tactical guide, 75 Productivity Hacks) via Beehiiv.
- Create custom automation series
- Leverage beautifully designed templates
- Track your growth with intuitive dashboard
I’m currently building my first digital course on Mighty Networks. It’s the #1 ranked community platform on G2. My experience reflects this as well.
- Build media-rich learning courses
- Customize look with your branding
- Monetize a membership community
Semrush is an award-winning SEO tool. The long-term game of SEO is a game worth playing. You’ll generate free, organic web traffic.
- Do keyword research
- Reverse engineer competitor traffic
- Monitor and audit your blog’s SEO
Calendly makes it easy to find and schedule the perfect meeting time (eliminates the back and forth). It's useful for 1:1 coaching and networking.
- Show real-time availability with cal sync
- Automate the creation of meeting invites
- Add intake forms to prepare for calls
Stripe is the payment processor for all my business transactions (website checkout and invoices). Stripe makes it effortless to build and send invoices.
- Increase conversions (simple checkouts)
- Benefit from fraud protection
- Accept dozens of payments methods
I used ZenBusiness to form Ben Meer LLC. It’s significantly less expensive than Legal Zoom and offers comparably strong service.
- File articles of incorporation
- Obtain an EIN and local permits (if needed)
- Stay compliant with local and federal law
Loom makes it easy to record quick videos. As I’m building my first digital product, I’m using Loom to screen-record tutorials.
- Record your screen and face
- Share video-hosted link for easy access
- Draw on your screen to emphasize content
Grammarly is an AI-powered editor that helps me write concisely and mistake-free. I use the premium version to improve word choice & tone.
- Integrates with your favorite apps
- Fix 'their/there' and other common errors
- Publish your work with confidence
TweetPik is how I convert my tweets to images so that I can share the content on Instagram and LinkedIn. Upgrade to Pro for greater design customization.
- Repurpose content across platforms
- Download videos or images from posts
- Include social proof (RTs, likes, etc.)
LIFE TOOLS
High ROI personal investments.
My favorite purchases in the last 5 years.
87% of those using a standing desk report increased energy. Simply, we’re wired to be alert when standing. I use Fully Jarvis (in Walnut Hardwood).
- OLED touch programmable handset (upgrade)
- 350 lbs capacity to support multiple monitors
- Options for power and wire management
The Studio Display always stays on my Fully desk. From there, I hook up my MacBook Pro (with a Thunderbolt cable) to create a dual monitor.
- 27-inch (diagonal) 5K Retina display
- 5120-by-2880 resolution at 218 pixels per inch
- 12MP Ultra Wide camera with 122° field of view
MacBook Pro 16’’ powers my content creation. I love using this laptop—whether in my home office setup (paired with Studio Display) or while traveling.
- Apple M1 Pro chip
- Liquid Retina XDR display
- 16GB unified memory
Shure’s MV7 upgrades my audio quality for networking and coaching calls. Its voice isolation technology creates a rich & premium sound.
- USB and XLR outputs
- Associated mobile app for more control
- Auto-level mode (lets mic do the work for you)
Noise-cancelling headphones are a focus hack. I like the XM4s thanks to their industry-leading tech and supreme comfort.
- Precise noise reduction (dual sensor technology)
- Wireless, Bluetooth-enabled
- 10-mins quick charge for 5 hrs of battery
A new notebook, a mind full of ideas. What’s more inspiring than THAT? My go-to notebook: Moleskine Classic Soft Cover XL Lined. Often paired with a Pilot G2 (0.7).
- Slim, minimalist design
- Deluxe thick ivory paper
- Durable cover & elastic closure
I start every morning by reading a passage from Ryan Holiday’s The Daily Stoic. "An ideal operating system for thriving in high-stress environments." —Tim Ferriss
- Genuine leather cover
- Premium paper
- Gilted edge
Audible is an excellent way to learn while working a boring 9-5 job, commuting, or doing household chores.
- Free 30-day trial with 2 free audiobooks
- Clipping, bookmarking, and notetaking tools
- Selection of author-narrated books (my favorite)
Training your mind is a badass endeavor. Sam Harris’ Waking Up is the least woo-woo, most science-driven meditation experience I’ve encountered.
- Learning modules to master the fundamentals
- Variety of practices (vipassana, metta, etc.)
- Daily mindfulness reminders
Reclaim your focus with Freedom—a website and app blocker. You’ll avoid distraction during “deep work” activities.
- Sync across devices (desktop, tablet, mobile)
- Schedule a daily session, or start one on the fly
- Go “Locked Mode” to never end a session early
YouNeedaBudget (YNAB) is a top-rated smart budgeting tool. What gets measured gets managed—including your money. Get a 33-day free trial.
- Link accounts to automatically track spending
- Manage your subscriptions
- Receive insights on how to save
78% of the population is dehydrated. Try the HidrateSpark smart water bottle. It has a built-in scale that tracks your intake. Stay hydrated, my friends.
- Associated mobile app gamifies hydration
- Get a current vs. goal pace to track performance
- Stay accountable with friends
A fitness suspension trainer—like TRX—goes a long way in compact spaces. Abs. Flexibility. Upper and lower body functional strength. Check, check, check.
- Connect TRX to a door, tree, playground, etc.
- Travel with it (lightweight and compact)
- Durable, comfortable grip
Theragun Mini is a compact (and mighty!) percussion massage gun. Use this tool before a workout to activate muscles or after a session to accelerate recovery.
- The perfect balance between power and size
- An ergonomic grip makes it fun to wield
- QX35 motor is uber quiet
How can you use rest to power your success? Let me tell you about Oura. It’s sleep lab wrapped around your finger—that has a nice ring to it.
- Track your sleep with industry-leading precision
- Measure daily activity such as steps
- Receive 20+ biometric signals automatically
