How to Build & Sell AI Services in 2026 (Full Course)

Brett MalinowskiAbout 4 min readApr 29, 2026Watch original
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Key Concepts

  • AI-Powered Service Business: Leveraging AI tools (Claude, Vercel, etc.) to automate lead generation, outreach, and service delivery.
  • Transformation Statement: A framework for positioning: "I help [Who] achieve [Result] through [Method]."
  • Domain Expertise: Using personal interests or industry knowledge to gain a competitive advantage.
  • Social Proof: Using case studies and testimonials to build trust and convert prospects.
  • Outreach: The process of identifying and contacting potential clients to offer solutions.
  • Claude Co-work: An AI-driven workflow tool that can interact with browsers, manage files, and execute tasks.
  • WOP: A platform for managing business operations, payments, and client communication.

1. The Service Business Model

The core philosophy is that you do not need money, products, or an audience to start. You only need a useful skill that solves a real problem. The business model relies on three pillars:

  1. Finding Leads: Identifying potential clients with specific problems.
  2. Booking Sales Calls: Moving prospects from initial contact to a conversation.
  3. Fulfilling the Service: Delivering the promised result.

Key Argument: Hesitation is the primary barrier to entry, not complexity. The author emphasizes "learning by doing" rather than waiting for perfection.


2. Seven High-Demand Services

  • AI Implementation: Helping businesses integrate AI into workflows. (Pricing: $3k–$10k setup + $1k–$3k/mo retainer).
  • UGC (User-Generated Content): Creating authentic short-form video ads for brands. (Pricing: $1k–$5k/mo).
  • Website Building: Using AI to redesign and build professional sites for local businesses. (Pricing: $1k–$5k per site).
  • Software Development: Building apps or internal tools using AI-assisted coding. (Pricing: Recurring revenue models).
  • AI Video Creation: Producing high-quality commercials using tools like V3 and Kling. (Pricing: $500–$25k per video).
  • Paid Ads: Managing Meta/Google ads using AI to analyze competitors and generate creatives. (Pricing: $1k–$5k/mo).
  • Clipping: Converting long-form content (podcasts/streams) into viral short-form clips. (Pricing: Per-view rewards or agency management fees).

3. Step-by-Step Framework

  1. Define Your Offer: Create a "Transformation Statement" (e.g., "I help local car dealerships get more test drives through Instagram ads").
  2. Setup Business Infrastructure: Use WOP to create a professional dashboard, payment links, and client communication channels.
  3. AI Integration: Install Claude Desktop and the Claude Chrome Extension. Use the extension to allow the AI to act as a "human emulator" for browser-based tasks.
  4. Prospecting: Use Claude to build a lead tracking sheet. Create a "Skill" (a set of instructions) for the AI to identify leads on specific platforms (Instagram, Twitter, etc.).
  5. Automated Outreach: Use scheduled tasks to have the AI send 25–50 personalized messages daily.
  6. Sales & Closing: Use Calendarly to book calls. During the call, focus on listening to the client's problem, presenting the solution, and stating the price confidently.
  7. Delivery & Scaling: Use the onboarding process to collect assets, deliver results, and immediately ask for referrals to turn one client into many.

4. Real-World Applications & Case Studies

  • Evan (Clipping Agency): A 20-year-old who built a $35k/month agency by managing a network of clippers for major creators.
  • Dylan (AI Implementation): Pivoted from pharmaceutical companies (too much red tape) to financial advisors specializing in 401k transfers. By narrowing his niche, he secured a $2k setup fee + $1k/mo retainer.
  • Harry (AI Video): Charges $25k per video for tech startups by using AI to handle scriptwriting, voiceovers, and scene generation, providing high-end production at a competitive rate.

5. Notable Quotes

  • "The skill that makes you money is not designing, coding, or editing. It’s selling."
  • "Action breeds information. You don't need to have it all figured out on day one."
  • "Businesses don't pay for services; they pay for business results."

6. Synthesis & Conclusion

The transition from employee to self-employed is now more accessible due to AI, which acts as a force multiplier for individual productivity. The path to success is not found in complex funnels or perfect branding, but in clarity of offer, volume of outreach, and the speed of feedback. By focusing on a specific "Who," delivering a measurable "Result," and using AI to handle the "Method," anyone can build a sustainable, recurring income stream. The ultimate goal is to move from outbound prospecting to inbound growth through referrals and case studies.

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