Business idea · SaaS
Doge as a Service
Doge as a Service is a software platform that monitors employee productivity through tracking their activity on platforms like Slack and email, firing those who are not active. It was pitched on My First Million in the episode "Brainstorming $10M+ business ideas with Jess Mah" (aired May 2, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | Brainstorming $10M+ business ideas with Jess Mah |
| Aired | May 2, 2025 |
| Category | SaaS |
| Real companies on the episode | Holy Health, Shop Genie, Cred Boost, Holy Hell, VET TEC, Vertical Agent as a Service |
The problem it solves
This service addresses the issue of underperforming employees who are not contributing effectively to their teams, helping companies improve overall productivity and reduce waste.
How it makes money
Subscription-based model for businesses, offering tiered pricing based on the number of employees monitored and features included.
Skills you need
Skills required include software development, AI implementation, understanding of HR processes, and sales to consulting firms.
The market, and why this works now
Remote work policies have led to increased demand for productivity monitoring tools. A viable first-revenue move could be targeting the r/Entrepreneur subreddit to promote the software and gather initial users. However, founders should consider the regulatory risks associated with employee monitoring laws, which vary by state and could impact adoption.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Holy Health
A platform that connects chiropractors with clients, aiming to simplify the process of finding qualified practitioners.
- Shop Genie
A vertical SaaS company that provides CRM solutions tailored specifically for auto repair shops.
- Cred Boost
A business concept aimed at improving and boosting individuals' credit scores.
- Holy Hell
A proposed business idea aimed at helping small medical providers access insurance reimbursement through collective negotiation.
- VET TEC
A program designed to help U.S. military veterans find new job opportunities through education and training.
- Vertical Agent as a Service
A proposed service providing tailored AI agents for specific industries to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: Brainstorming $10M+ business ideas with Jess Mah
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.