Stop Building a "Franken-Business" with Your Tech Stack Setup!

Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple

Episode #108: Stop Building a "Franken-Business" with Your Tech Stack Setup!

Are you drowning in tools, subscriptions, and tech headaches?

In this episode of Tech Savvy 101: AI & Automation Made Simple, we’re tackling the monster under your business bed — your “Franken-Business” tech stack.

I’m sharing actionable tips to audit, consolidate, and streamline your tools so they actually work for you, not against you.

Say goodbye ✌️to wasted time, endless fixes, and overspending, and hello to a simplified, stress-free tech setup that opens the door for business growth.

IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS:

• What a tech stack is (and why it’s critical to your business success)
• The sneaky ways we unintentionally create "Franken-Businesses" with mismatched tools.
• Scary stats on how much time and money an unorganized tech stack can cost you.
• A step-by-step guide to audit, consolidate, and optimize your tech tools.
• How to plan for growth with tools that scale as your business grows.

🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links below may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you. I only recommend tools I personally use and love!

• Side Hustle ProKit – My favorite all-in-one platform for streamlining your tech stack
  https://thesarahbaker.com/side-hustle-prokit
  
  

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:

00:48 – Understanding Tech Stacks
03:37 – The Problem with “Franken-Businesses”
07:43 – Steps to Untangle Your Tech Stack
12:06 – Final Thoughts and Resources

ACTION STEPS:

1. Perform a tech audit: List every tool you’re using (and paying for). Pro tip: Check your credit card statements!
2. Consolidate and integrate: Identify overlaps and streamline where possible.
3. Share your results! Snap a pic of your new, improved tech stack and tag me on Instagram @the.sarahbaker or text the show.

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