Welcome to The n8n Masterclass. I’m Dylan Watkins.
Each week we break down real business wins using n8n and AI automation. You’ll learn what worked, why it worked, and what broke along the way. Founders, automation experts, and AI agencies share how they use n8n to simplify operations, scale delivery, and move faster without adding more people.
The n8n Masterclass is not about tutorials or tech jargon. It focuses on the real business side of automation, the frameworks, decision patterns, and creative problem solving that turn workflows into results.
You’ll leave every episode with one principle, one pattern, and one action you can apply this week to grow your business, reduce manual work, and unlock the potential of automation.
If you’re building a business that runs on smart systems, AI, and no-code tools, this is your playbook for scaling with n8n. Follow The n8n Masterclass and start using automation as your competitive edge.
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🎁 Link to Enterprise Playbook 👉 https://go.n8n.io/n8n-enterprise-playbook Most companies trying to roll out AI get stuck at five or ten workflows. Fullscript, a health tech company with over a thousand employees, built more than 1,500 in under a year (with over a hundred in production) and saved tens of thousands of hours doing it. Sahar Rahmani is the Director of Internal AI at Fullscript. She walks through exactly how they went from engineering-bottlenecked automation requests to company-wid...
What if AI could let anyone (not just engineers) build real software? In this impromptu podcast recorded live outside Google Next, Olof Hedin of Lovable sits down with the n8n team to explore how vibe coding is democratizing software creation and reshaping entire industries. Olof shares the origin story of Lovable, from a viral GitHub prototype to one of the fastest-growing companies of all time. The conversation dives into how non-technical users (from nurses at HCA Healthcare to a Brazilian en...
🔗 n8n Desk (GitHub): https://go.n8n.io/n8ndesk-github 🔗 n8n Desk (Website): https://go.n8n.io/n8ndesk-website What if you could use Claude Code to build n8n workflows and never worry about it running destructive code on your machine? In this episode, Marcel joins the show to demo two things: n8n's brand new official MCP server (currently in beta), which lets AI agents build workflows for the first time, not just run them. And then his own open source project, n8n Desk: a free desktop app that ...
Most HR teams are still setting up Slack, email, and Jira accounts by hand every time someone new joins. And when requests come in from three different places at once? Someone has to manually sort through all of it. In this episode, I sit down with Paul Karrmann — an automation consultant based in Germany who built two n8n workflows that fix both of these problems. 🔗 Free HR Template: https://go.n8n.io/hr-template 🔗 Personio Community Node: https://go.n8n.io/personio-npm ──────────────────────...
🎁 Download the n8n plugin repo → https://go.n8n.io/n8n-ide-plugin Stop switching between your IDE and n8n. Build workflows without ever leaving your coding environment. n8n as Code brings n8n directly into Cursor, VS Code, Claude Code, and Open Claude — so you can prompt, build, and iterate on workflows without leaving your editor. In this episode, I sit down with Etienne Lescot, the developer behind n8n as Code, for a fully live demo. We watch him build real workflows inside Claude Code, Open ...
Most businesses want to automate but few know where to start. In this episode, AI engineer and agency owner Dave Ebbelaar walks us through the exact 7-step framework his agency uses to take clients from idea to launch. Whether you're a freelancer, agency owner, or business looking to integrate AI, this episode breaks down a repeatable process that reduces risk, sets the right expectations, and actually delivers ROI. 🔑 What you'll learn: → Why you should use as little AI as possible (even at an ...
🎁 Download n8n Template 1 Here - https://go.n8n.io/ai-short-form-content 🎁 Download n8n Template 2 Here - https://go.n8n.io/human-short-form-co... What if you could turn one long form video into 3 fully edited shorts — with scripts, B-roll, captions, transitions, and a lead magnet — all automated? Timestamp 0:00 - Introduction & what we're building 0:04 - 50,000 LinkedIn impressions from AI-generated content 0:14 - Overview: Long form to short form with minimal human input 2:42 - Phase 1: ...
🎁 Download n8nClaw Template Here - https://go.n8n.io/n8nClaw Open Claw has taken the AI world by storm with its 24/7 autonomous assistant capabilities, but it's a black box. In this episode, I sit down with Shabbir, an n8n community member who rebuilt Open Claw's core functionality entirely inside N8N—where you can see, customize, and control every single component. What You'll Learn: • Multi-channel messaging (Telegram, WhatsApp, Slack) with persistent conversations • Tiered AI agent system (H...
🎁 Download Part 1 Here: https://go.n8n.io/app-creation-workflow 🎁 Download Part 2 Here: https://go.n8n.io/app-creation-workflow-prompts Doc Williams shows you how to build a complete SaaS application that scrapes app store reviews, analyzes them with AI, and helps you identify million-dollar opportunities in underserved markets. The System: This workflow automatically scrapes app reviews, lets users chat with the data using Pine Cone's new assistant node, and even generates Product Requirement...
🎁 Download Part 1 Here: https://go.n8n.io/n8n-dashboard-frontend 🎁 Download Part 2 Here: https://go.n8n.io/n8n-dashboard-backend In this episode, Aemal walks through building a comprehensive monitoring dashboard for n8n workflows that enterprises can use to track every execution, identify failures, and even calculate workflow costs. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 2:30 - Understanding n8n Backend Hooks 8:45 - Setting Up Supabase Schema 15:20 - Capturing Execution Data 22:10 - Building the Dash...
🎁 Download n8n Template Here: go.n8n.io/linkedin-posts-template 🎙️ In this episode, Simon Cotton joins me to break down how to build growth systems that actually compound and how to stop imposter syndrome from quietly sabotaging your momentum. We get into: • How to accelerate business growth using automation + AI • Why human-in-the-loop systems beat “set it and forget it” automations • The real way Simon worked through imposter syndrome • How SEO fits into a modern, automation-first growth str...
🎁 Download n8n Template Here: https://go.n8n.io/content-idea-template Discover how Chase Hannigan grew from zero to 200,000 followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok in just over a year without any prior content creation experience. In this episode, we dive deep into his AI-powered content ideation system that scrapes trending topics from YouTube, Reddit, Twitter, and Perplexity to generate daily reports and content scripts. Chapters: 01:06 What You’ll Learn + Free n8n Workflow Overview 0...
In this episode, we sit down with Cole Medin, CTO of Automator and expert in applied AI, to dive deep into context engineering, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), and building scalable AI workflows. Cole shares practical strategies for cutting through the noise in the AI space, designing effective prompts, and moving from prototypes to production-ready systems. Whether you’re an AI builder, developer, or just curious about the latest in automation, this conversation is packed with actionable ...
In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Pope, a tech founder who built and sold a seven-figure software company, to uncover the real steps behind building SaaS apps that people actually want. Stephen shares his journey from agency work to productization, revealing how he created the Content Engine Database and scaled it to $50K+ months. 00:00 – Introduction & Stephen’s Background 01:23 – The Drive to Build: Early Entrepreneurial Spirit 02:45 – What Does Automation Really Do? 04:47 – Buildi...
In this episode, we sit down with Oskar, an automation developer and YouTube educator, to explore the world of business process automation using n8n. Oskar shares his journey from solving everyday business problems to building advanced workflows, including autonomous web scraping, lead generation, and custom dashboards. We discuss practical use cases for both businesses and individuals, the importance of experimentation, and how to identify the best opportunities for automation. Oskar also highl...
In this episode, the guest shares how they skyrocketed from zero to 1.4 million followers in just 15 months, and built their Bootstrap Startup website from zero to 1.4 million visitors in only 10 months, all without a team, paid ads, editors, or virtual assistants. 00:00 Introduction: From Zero to 1.4M Followers 00:36 Building AI Tools & Automation Systems 01:10 Scaling Solo Without a Team 02:19 Selling AI Business for $10M 04:21 Lessons from 10 Years in AI 06:04 Building AI Customer Service...
This episode features Jono Catliff, founder of Automatable, who reveals his strategies for scaling service businesses through automation and AI with n8n. He outlines six key areas for automation, shares high-impact tactics like the "60-second lead call," and explains how to leverage ready-made blueprints and build social proof for higher retainers. Case studies illustrate how freelancers and agencies can achieve significant financial success by implementing these systems.
In this episode of the n8n podcast, host Dylan interviews Jay Enrique, also known as RoboNuggets, about AI content generation and automation. Jay discusses his journey from TikTok to leading an AI agency, the use of n8n as an orchestrator for AI workflows, and the impact of AI on content creation. They explore the benefits of AI in automating content, the role of human creativity, and the future of AI in various industries. Chapters 00:00 Introduction & The Power of AI in Ads 01:07 TikTok Gr...
In this conversation, Jannis Moore discusses the integration of voice AI with n8n, highlighting its benefits for businesses. He explores various use cases, including lead qualification, customer support, and appointment setting, emphasizing the importance of prompt engineering and measuring ROI. The discussion also touches on the impact of voice AI on employee happiness and the challenges of navigating complex tech stacks. Jannis shares insights on human-AI collaboration, particularly in custome...
In this engaging conversation, Dylan and Jack Roberts explore the world of AI and automation, focusing on the importance of understanding AI fundamentals, the significance of simplicity in automation, and the mindset required for success. They discuss common pitfalls, effective workflows, and the role of AI in creating human connections. Jack emphasizes the need for businesses to adopt an AI-first approach and shares insights on how to get started with automation, highlighting the value of commu...
Summary In this episode of the n8n Podcast, Dylan interviews Mark Kashef, known as the 'mad scientist' of n8n workflows. Mark shares his journey from using Make to mastering n8n, discussing the challenges and opportunities in automation. He emphasizes the importance of ideation, the role of language models like Claude, and the need for a solid understanding of coding principles. Mark also highlights the potential for small to medium businesses to leverage automation and the significance of commu...
In this conversation, Dylan and Nate Herk explore the intricacies of automation, problem-solving, and content creation within the N8n community. They discuss the importance of logical thinking when faced with unknown problems, the power of automation in enhancing productivity, and the value of community engagement in content creation. Nate shares insights on overcoming technical barriers, mastering automation fundamentals, and recognizing patterns in error messages to improve efficiency. The dis...
In this engaging conversation, Dylan and Nick explore Nick's remarkable journey from a door-to-door sales background to becoming a successful content creator and entrepreneur in the AI and automation space. They discuss the essential skills needed for success, the importance of authenticity in marketing, and the value of deep thinking and mental models. Nick shares insights on community building, time management, and the patterns of success observed in his community members learning AI tools. In...
In this first n8n podcast episode, Dylan interviews Zubair Trabzada, an expert in AI agencies and voice automation. They discuss the growing importance of voice agents in business, the necessity of niche specialization for AI consultants, and how to effectively integrate n8n with Retail AI for automation solutions. Zubair emphasizes the significance of understanding client needs, building effective workflows, and the value of community support in overcoming challenges. He provides practical advi...
Welcome to The n8n Masterclass I’m Dylan Watkins, and this show is all about real results with automation. Each week we break down how founders, automation experts, and AI agencies use n8n to simplify operations, scale delivery, and move faster without adding more people. This isn’t about tutorials or tech jargon. It’s about the business side of automation, the principles, frameworks, and creative problem-solving that turn workflows into results. You’ll walk away from every episode with one prin...
