Business idea · Agency
Automated Marketing Solutions
Automated Marketing Solutions is a service that provides automated marketing solutions using AI to help local service businesses increase their leads and customer engagement through targeted advertising and social media strategies. It was pitched on The Side Hustle Show in the episode "750 - We Bought a “Boring” Business … Then Revenue Tanked" (aired July 23, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | The Side Hustle Show |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Nick Loper |
| Episode | 750 - We Bought a “Boring” Business … Then Revenue Tanked |
| Aired | July 23, 2026 |
| Category | Agency |
| Real companies on the episode | Java, Landscaping Company, South Florida Landscaping Business, Andrea Palacio AI, Make.com, Cloud Code |
The problem it solves
Small businesses often struggle to manage their marketing effectively due to limited resources and expertise. This service provides a cost-effective solution to enhance their marketing efforts.
How it makes money
Subscription-based model where businesses pay a monthly fee for ongoing marketing services, including AI-driven ad management and social media content creation.
Skills you need
Knowledge of digital marketing strategies, proficiency in AI tools for marketing, data analysis skills, and the ability to create compelling marketing content.
The market, and why this works now
Google's Performance Max campaigns enable businesses to automate their advertising across multiple channels, making it easier for local service providers to reach potential customers. A viable first-revenue move is to target leads through Facebook ads aimed at local homeowners seeking services, ensuring a direct connection to the target audience. A key constraint in the first year will be the challenge of customer acquisition cost payback, which may exceed six months due to the time needed to build brand trust and optimize campaigns effectively.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Java
A CRM platform tailored for cleaning and landscaping services.
- Landscaping Company
A business that provides landscaping services, which Andrea and her husband manage.
- South Florida Landscaping Business
A landscaping service that was acquired by Andrea Palacio and her husband.
- Andrea Palacio AI
A consulting business that helps business owners implement AI solutions to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
- Make.com
A platform that allows users to automate workflows without needing to code.
- Cloud Code
A tool that helps automate various business processes and systems.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: The Side Hustle Show, hosted by Nick Loper
Episode: 750 - We Bought a “Boring” Business … Then Revenue Tanked
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.