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Build scalable AI help service using value ladder progression
Entrepreneurs building marketplace or service businesses targeting developers
6-12 months to full implementationWhat Success Looks Like
Sustainable business with multiple revenue streams from free users to enterprise clients
Steps to Execute
Create lead magnet (AI project roadblock guide) to capture emails and phones
Offer front-end product (premium AI help tool/Chrome extension) for $15-50
Deliver core service (expert help sessions) as pay-per-session marketplace
Add annual subscription with priority access and additional features
Scale to enterprise packages for agencies at $100-500/year
Checklist
Inputs Needed
- Understanding of target developer pain points
- Basic technical skills for Chrome extension
- Network of potential experts
- Payment processing setup
- Customer support system
Outputs
- Qualified email list of potential customers
- Low-ticket product generating initial revenue
- Marketplace connecting experts with developers
- Recurring revenue from subscriptions
- Enterprise contracts with agencies
Example
“Developer gets stuck with Cursor integration, downloads roadblock guide, buys Chrome extension for $25, books expert session for $40, upgrades to annual plan for priority access, agency signs enterprise deal”
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