Start Simple with Easy Contact Management
You hear it all the time: "You need a CRM!" And sure, Customer Relationship Management systems can be powerful tools. We should know – we've been building full-featured CRMs at AllClients for over 20 years. But let's be honest, is jumping into a complex, feature-packed CRM always the right first move, especially for a small or very small business?
Sometimes, buying a full CRM when you're just starting out or have simpler needs is like buying a Formula 1 race car for your daily commute. It looks impressive, has tons of power... but it's complicated, expensive, and frankly, overkill for just getting to the grocery store. Many business owners try a full CRM and quickly feel overwhelmed. They end up paying for dozens of features they never touch.
Why a Full CRM Might Be Too Much (For Now)
Let's pump the brakes for a second. While powerful, full-blown CRMs often come with baggage that might not suit you today:
Complexity: Advanced sales pipelines, intricate marketing automation, deep reporting suites... these are great eventually, but they can be daunting when all you really need is to stop losing track of phone numbers. You might only use 10% of the features but still have to navigate the other 90%.
Cost: Those extensive features often come with a higher price tag. If your needs are basic, why pay a premium for tools you won't use for months, or maybe ever?
The Learning Curve: Getting the hang of a complex system takes time – time spent clicking through menus instead of talking to customers. Sometimes, aiming for "good enough" now (like my 80% rule ) gets you moving faster than striving for the "perfect," complex system later.
The Power of Starting Simple
What if, instead of diving headfirst into complexity, you started with just the essentials? What do most growing businesses really need right out of the gate?
A central place for all contacts (no more digging through emails or sticky notes!)
A way to add notes about conversations and next steps
Simple reminders for follow-ups
Basic organization, like grouping clients or tagging prospects
Focusing on simple contact management lets you get organized quickly, reduces that feeling of overwhelm, costs less, and lets you build good habits without getting bogged down in features you don't need yet.
Meet EasyContacts: Your Simple Solution
Because we know not everyone is ready for a full CRM today, we created Easy Contacts. Think of it as more than a spreadsheet, but less than a complex CRM. It’s designed specifically for businesses that want a straightforward, affordable way to manage their contacts.
Here’s what makes Easy Contacts a great starting point:
Just the Basics: It gives you that central hub for all your contact info, lets you add notes and basic to-dos, and helps you stay organized with groups and tags. No confusing bells and whistles you don't need.
Simple Interface: It's designed to be intuitive and easy to navigate right away.
Mobile Friendly: Access your contacts anywhere, anytime.
Incredibly Affordable: Get started for just $1 for the first month, then it's only $9 per month. No contracts.
EasyContacts doesn't have email marketing, complex automation, or integrations – and that's by design. It focuses purely on effective, easy contact management.
Start Smart, Not Complicated
Choosing a simpler tool isn't settling; it's often the smartest move. It lets you build a solid foundation without the complexity and cost of features you aren't ready for. Get your contacts organized, master the basics, and build momentum.
EasyContacts is the perfect stepping stone. And when your business grows and you are ready for more advanced features like email marketing, workflows, and landing pages, upgrading to our full AllClients CRM is simple.
Ready to ditch the chaos and get organized the easy way?
