INC: Being an entrepreneur is no easy task, and while patience and perseverance are desirable qualities, having a few tools of the trade puts the odds of success in your favor. Startups run on lean budgets and small teams, and rely on software and applications to lighten the load. These tools are more than just methods to help lift administrative burdens: They help startups grow during their early stages -- the most crucial of all. Here are seven tools you should be using: