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AI Education Workshops
AI Education Workshops: Offer educational workshops aimed at teaching business owners and their teams about the fundamentals of AI and its applications in their industries. It was pitched on Koerner Office in the episode "He Started a $15K/Month AI Side Hustle for $20 - Ep. #325" (aired August 11, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | He Started a $15K/Month AI Side Hustle for $20 - Ep. #325 |
| Aired | August 11, 2026 |
| Category | Education |
| Real companies on the episode | Sincere AI, Ryan Shooter Consulting, Go High Level, Ryan's AI Implementation Business |
The problem it solves
Business owners often lack the knowledge and confidence to adopt AI technologies, which limits their ability to compete. Educational workshops can empower them with the skills needed to implement AI solutions effectively.
How it makes money
Revenue can be generated through workshop fees, either as one-time payments or as part of a subscription for ongoing educational content and support. Freemium models could also be used to attract initial participants.
Skills you need
To run this business, one would need expertise in AI, strong teaching and facilitation skills, and the ability to create engaging educational content tailored to various audience levels.
The market, and why this works now
Most business owners underestimate the immediate necessity of AI literacy in their operations. The emergence of regulations like the EU AI Act has created a demand for understanding AI compliance. A viable first-revenue move is to promote workshops through the Indie Hackers community, where many entrepreneurs seek practical knowledge. A significant constraint in the first year will be the technical hurdle of developing engaging, hands-on content that resonates with diverse audience skill levels.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Sincere AI
A local meetup group in Cincinnati focused on AI discussions and networking for business professionals interested in implementing AI solutions.
- Ryan Shooter Consulting
A consulting service focused on implementing AI and tech tools into small businesses, offering private coaching, cohort groups, and implementation builds.
- Go High Level
A CRM platform that Ryan frequently uses to manage customer relationships and streamline business processes.
- Ryan's AI Implementation Business
A business focused on implementing AI solutions for small businesses, helping them leverage technology to improve efficiency and competitive advantage.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: He Started a $15K/Month AI Side Hustle for $20 - Ep. #325
Aired:
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