Business idea · SaaS
Automated Deal Sourcing Tool
Automated Deal Sourcing Tool is a software tool designed to automate the sourcing of daily deals from multiple affiliate partners, reducing the manual effort required to find and post deals. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show in the episode "How to Start a Daily Deals Business: $1,000s/mo Sharing the Best Bargains in Your Niche (Greatest Hits)" (aired June 25, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | How to Start a Daily Deals Business: $1,000s/mo Sharing the Best Bargains in Your Niche (Greatest Hits) |
| Aired | June 25, 2026 |
| Category | SaaS |
| Real companies on the episode | Global Golf, Dad Deals, Calaway Pre-Owned, Daily Golf Steals, Real Estate Directories, Hunting Gear Deals |
The problem it solves
The manual process of sourcing daily deals can be time-consuming and overwhelming. This tool streamlines the process, making it easier to manage.
How it makes money
Subscription-based model for other businesses in similar niches to access the tool or pay-per-use for individual deal sourcing.
Skills you need
Software development, automation scripting, database management, and understanding of affiliate marketing.
The market, and why this works now
E-commerce businesses generating between $500K and $2M in revenue often struggle with efficiently sourcing daily deals from multiple affiliates. The introduction of API integrations with popular affiliate networks like ShareASale makes this tool viable now. A first-revenue move could involve promoting subscriptions through r/ecommerce, targeting users already familiar with affiliate marketing. A potential constraint is the initial capital required for software development and ongoing maintenance, which could strain cash flow in the first year.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Global Golf
A large online retailer for golf equipment and apparel.
- Dad Deals
A website curated by dads offering deals and discounts for products that they refuse to pay full price for.
- Calaway Pre-Owned
A retailer specializing in pre-owned golf equipment and gear.
- Daily Golf Steals
A platform that curates and shares deals on golf equipment through affiliate marketing, primarily leveraging Reddit for audience engagement.
- Real Estate Directories
A platform that helps users compare property management companies and real estate options through organized information and reviews.
- Hunting Gear Deals
A platform similar to Daily Golf Steals but focused on curating deals for hunting gear.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: How to Start a Daily Deals Business: $1,000s/mo Sharing the Best Bargains in Your Niche (Greatest Hits)
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.