I walk through a step-by-step process for building a SaaS product in a weekend using AI tools. The demonstration follows a Reddit post methodology, using Gemini for competitive research, Claude for idea validation and planning, and V0.dev for UI generation. Episode Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - Step 1: Choose your audience 02:38 - Step 2: Research Competition 09:19 - Step 3: Get Honest Feedback 11:47 - Step 4: Write a 1-page product requirements document (PRD) 14:14 - Step 5: Break the UI in...
May 05, 2025•26 min
Today I break down Vibe Marketing, I explain how it leverages AI agents and workflows to execute marketing tasks that previously required large specialized teams. I outline essential tools for the Vibe Marketing toolkit including Replit, n8n, Gumloop, Manus, Claude, and OpenRouter, then shares practical workflows for content creation, sales automation, and data analysis that marketers can implement immediately. Get ideas, tools, and tactics to 10x your marketing: https://www.skool.com/the-vibe-m...
Apr 30, 2025•24 min
Join me as I chat with Chris Raroque, who demonstrates how to use AI tools to build sophisticated mobile apps as a solo developer. Chris walks through adding an AI chat feature to his budgeting app, showing his workflow with Cursor and Claude 3.7. He explains how to implement function calling to create an intelligent agent that can access transaction data and answer questions about spending patterns. Timestamps: • 00:00 - Introduction to Chris Raroque and his portfolio of apps • 02:32 - Overview...
Apr 28, 2025
Join me as I chat with Hunter Isaacson, a successful mobile app builder who has created apps with hundreds of millions of downloads. Hunter shares his playbook for building million-dollar mobile apps, emphasizing the importance of simple experiences, strong branding, and creating effective growth loops. He discusses how to identify opportunities by adapting existing ideas to new channels and technologies. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:56 - Examples of Viral Consumer Apps 04:35 - Hallow Deep dive ...
Apr 23, 2025•43 min•Ep. 221
Join me as I chat with Niels Klement, CMO of Perspective, we discuss how agencies are building highly profitable productized services using AI. He explains that the most successful approach involves focusing on a specific industry niche, creating a repeatable funnel template that delivers consistent results, and using AI to automate fulfillment. The discussion covers funnel optimization techniques, the importance of mobile-first design, and how interactive elements like quizzes significantly imp...
Apr 21, 2025•33 min•Ep. 220
Join me as I chat with Nick Huber to discusses how "boring" businesses like storage, lawn care, and service companies often create more reliable paths to wealth than tech startups. He shares his personal journey from a college storage business that sold for $1.75 million to purchasing and improving self-storage facilities worth millions. The conversation explores various low-tech business opportunities with high profit potential and minimal competition. 00:00 - Intro 02:08 - Nick's Sweaty Startu...
Apr 16, 2025•31 min•Ep. 219
Use agents https://www.lindy.ai/greg (thanks to Flo for hooking us up with 50% off and you can get started for free) Join me as I chat with Flo Crivello, founder of Lindy AI, where he demonstrates how to build AI agents that can automate various business processes without coding. The conversation showcases practical applications including meeting recording, scheduling, recruitment, competitive analysis, and customer support. Crivello emphasizes that there's currently a significant gap between wh...
Apr 14, 2025•36 min•Ep. 218
Join me as I chat with Riley Brown to explore various opportunities in AI, from image generation to rebuilding essential software tools, while debating the future of content creation, customer support automation, and the concept of "vibe coding/marketing." Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:05 - ChatGPT 4.0 image generation capabilities 07:30 - Rebuilding calendars, inboxes and CRMs 11:02 - Component Animation Library 12:59 - The "spaghetti video" and AI video progression 19:41 - Customer support auto...
Apr 09, 2025•42 min•Ep. 217
Join me as I chat with Justin Mares, Founder of Kettle and Fire, as he explains his methodical approach to validating Kettle and Fire before fully launching it in 2014-2015. He created a basic landing page with a PayPal checkout to test if people would pay $29.99 for bone broth, achieving a 30% conversion rate despite having no actual product. The conversation highlights how modern AI tools have dramatically lowered barriers to entry for entrepreneurs testing new business ideas Timestamps: • 00:...
Apr 07, 2025•26 min•Ep. 216
Join me as I chat with Jacob Posel where he explains his viral method for creating professional ads using ChatGPT 4o and reference images. Jacob demonstrates that effective ad creation with AI relies more on providing quality inspiration images than complex prompting. The episode includes four example ads and two live demonstrations, showcasing how marketers can experiment with different audiences and styles at scale to improve conversion rates. Timestamps: • 00:00 - Intro • 02:01 - Best practic...
Apr 02, 2025•42 min•Ep. 215
Build your business with beehiiv: https://www.beehiiv.com/greg-isenberg?utm_campaign=Q22025-greg-isenberg-partnership&utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=podcast&utm_source_platform=podcast&via=greg-isenberg-Q22025&utm_marketing_tactic=awareness&utm_creative_format=podcast&utm_content=greg-isenberg&utm_term=greg-isenberg Join me as I chat with Tyler Denk, co-founder of Beehiiv, to discuss how to grow a newsletter to 100,000 subscribers. He demonstrates Beehiiv’s plat...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 214
In this episode, host I test Manus AI's ability to function as an AI co-founder by asking it to develop a million-dollar business idea focused on AI. The system analyzes Y Combinator startups and Reddit trends to identify opportunities, ultimately recommending an AI-powered micro-consulting platform for small businesses. Manus delivers a comprehensive business proposal including market validation, pricing strategy, and even designs a functional landing page. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:41 - Ini...
Mar 26, 2025•43 min•Ep. 213
Join me as I chat with Andrew Wilkinson, Co-Founder of Tiny, as we discuss investment and startup ideas in the current AI landscape. We explore how AI is simultaneously lowering barriers to entry while increasing competition, making it easier to build "million-dollar businesses" but harder to create sustainable long-term ventures. We share specific startup ideas leveraging AI, including secure data integration platforms, automated web design services, and AI-powered lending. Timestamps: 00:00 - ...
Mar 24, 2025•53 min•Ep. 212
I’m joined by Ashwinn Krishnaswamy, an expert in launching and growing consumer brands, where we discuss how he evaluates market opportunities and creates unfair advantages. We discuss various tools for market research including Ahrefs for keyword analysis, Particl for competitor sales data, and AI tools for product design. Ashwinn emphasizes that entrepreneurs should work backward from distribution channels rather than focusing solely on product development. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 03:45 - Ah...
Mar 19, 2025•43 min•Ep. 211
How to build an audience in 2025: https://www.startupempire.co/build-an-audience I’m joined by Jonathan Courtney to jam on how to build an audience in 2025. We explore various tactics including finding your unique format, implementing consistent systems, and measuring progress against clear goals. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - The ACP Framework 04:06 - Step 1: Identify Who You're Creating For 10:05 - Step 2: Find Your Format 19:43 - Step 3: Build Systems That Stick 24:52 - Step 4: Pick ONE P...
Mar 17, 2025•52 min•Ep. 210
I’m joined by Ras Mic to explain MCPs. Mic breaks down how MCPs essentially standardize how LLMs connect with external tools and services. While LLMs alone can only predict text, connecting them to tools makes them more capable, but this integration has been cumbersome. MCPs create a unified layer that translates between LLMs and services, making it easier to build more powerful AI assistants. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:39 - The Evolution of LLMs: From Text Prediction to Tool Use 07:51 - MCPs ...
Mar 14, 2025•21 min•Ep. 209
I’m joined by Min Choi to test if Manus AI can replace your AI tech stack. Throughout the episode, we test Manus AI's capabilities by asking it to create a DocuSign clone, research startup ideas, and analyze website SEO. Timestamps: • 00:00 - Intro • 02:18 - What is Manus AI? • 03:58 - Project 1: DocuSign clone • 16:54 - Project 2: Research Greg’s top startup ideas • 27:09 - Security concerns with Manus AI • 30:16 - Manus bug and reboot • 32:06 - Deploying DocuSign Clone • 39:42 - Project 3: SEO...
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 208
Im joined by Cody Schneider to jam on 3 trends/business ideas that will blow your mind. We analyze three main trends: the "buy it for life" movement (anti-consumerism focused on quality products), AI landing page builder for marketers, and TikTok templates. For each trend, we outline specific business models, monetization strategies, and tactical approaches to implementation. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:51 - Trend 1: The Buy It For Life 22:59 - Trend 2: AI Landing Page Builder 29:49 - Trend 3: ...
Mar 10, 2025•43 min•Ep. 207
In this episode, I test Polymet AI, an AI product designer tool, by creating a YouTube analytics prediction SaaS concept inspired by a viral tweet about predicting tweet performance. I compare Polymet AI with V0, keep in mind that while Polymet required multiple prompts and offered less feedback during the design process, both tools ultimately produced usable designs. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:33 - First Impressions of Polymet 03:57 - Startup Idea: Predicting YouTube Engagement 05:03 - Initia...
Mar 05, 2025•31 min•Ep. 206
In this episode I share my exact framework for identifying profitable AI SaaS business opportunities by focusing on manual workflows that could be automated. We focus on export buttons and other manual processes in enterprise software as indicators of workflow breakdowns that AI could solve. The framework breaks down to solving niche problems, charging immediately for solutions, and focusing on quantifiable ROI. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 02:50 - The Export Button Theory of AI Opportunity 04:03 -...
Mar 03, 2025•26 min•Ep. 205
David Park, founder of Jenny AI, details his step-by-step approach to building a profitable AI startup that reached $10 million in annual recurring revenue. He emphasizes starting with organic short-form content and influencer marketing before moving to SEO and paid advertising. Park attributes much of Jenny AI's success to finding viral content formats that could be repeated with variations, working with the right influencers regardless of follower count, and focusing on retention metrics as th...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 204
Today’s episode features Jake Knapp (creator of the Design Sprint), Jonathan Courtney (Founder and CEO of AJ & Smart). We explore how to evaluate and build successful AI products. They use Jake's Foundation Sprint framework to analyze JC's concept for an app that helps entrepreneurs balance content consumption with creation. The conversation demonstrates how to move from initial idea to clear differentiation strategy, emphasizing the importance of first principles thinking before technical i...
Feb 24, 2025•57 min•Ep. 203
Get Greg’s Deep research research notes: https://www.gregisenberg.com/deep-research-ideas I compare in real-time ChatGPT's and Perplexity's deep research capabilities for developing startup ideas. Both platforms were prompted to generate AI agent business ideas with specific revenue targets ($1M Y1, $3M Y2, $5M Y3). The results showed that Perplexity provided faster, more concise responses, while ChatGPT offered more detailed, comprehensive analysis but took longer to generate responses. Key Poi...
Feb 19, 2025•39 min•Ep. 202
Join us for an engaging conversation with Cody Schneider, Co-Founder and CEO of Swell AI, as we explore a wide range of AI startup ideas and business opportunities with detailed analysis of market opportunities, implementation strategies, and potential revenue models. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and technical setup 01:31 - Startup Idea 1: Lightroom Preset SaaS 04:41 - Startup Idea 2: Domain Portfolio for Lead Gen 10:56 -Startup Idea 3: E-commerce newsletter AI tools 15:19 -Startup Idea 4: H...
Feb 17, 2025•45 min•Ep. 201
Get the exact system used to build profitable local directories: https://www.gregisenberg.com/directory The episode features Frey Chu explaining his methodology for building profitable directory websites, using dog parks as a case study. He demonstrates how to identify opportunities through keyword research, validate ideas through social proof, and implement a basic yet effective directory structure. The discussion emphasizes that even simple directory websites can generate significant passive i...
Feb 12, 2025•54 min•Ep. 200
In this episode, Ayman Al-Abdullah, former CEO of AppSumo, shares his framework for scaling businesses from seven to nine figures. The conversation focuses on the importance of customer retention, strategic hiring, and proper incentive structures. Ayman shares insights from his experience scaling AppSumo from $3M to $84M in revenue, emphasizing the transition from founder to CEO mindset. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and background 02:47 - Discussion of the Nine Steps framework 08:13 - Team b...
Feb 10, 2025•52 min•Ep. 199
Greg's step-by-step guide to building a startup using AI workflows: https://www.gregisenberg.com/ai-startup In this episode, Omar Choudhry, a serial entrepreneur, shares the exact prompting sequences he uses to combine multiple AI tools to create products people actually want to buy. Watch us build a custom avatar business live. You'll learn the exact process: from crafting the perfect prompts in ChatGPT, to generating images in Leonardo AI, to animating with Kling AI, all the way to automated f...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 198
In this episode, Sari Azout, Founder and CEO of Sublime, explores various startup ideas and business concepts. The discussion centers on the evolving nature of startups in the AI era, emphasizing the importance of focusing on specific, well-defined problems rather than broad solutions. Sari shares multiple business ideas, from parental control services to creative tools, while discussing the philosophy behind building successful products in today's market. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and se...
Feb 03, 2025•38 min•Ep. 197
Greg's DeepSeek Cheetsheet: From Installation to Expert Prompting: https://www.gregisenberg.com/deepseek Ray Fernando, a former Apple engineer, gives an in-depth tutorial on DeepSeek AI and local model implementation. The conversation includes detailed guide for setting up local AI environments using Docker and OpenWebUI, and how to implement DeepSeek on mobile using the Apollo app. Key Points: • Comprehensive overview of DeepSeek AI and its reasoning capabilities • Discussion of data privacy co...
Jan 29, 2025•52 min•Ep. 196
Meet David Senra, the guy who turned his obsession with reading about successful people into a million-dollar podcast. He's read over 300 books about the world's biggest entrepreneurs and shares all the best bits on his show, Founders. In this episode, David breaks down exactly how he finds golden nuggets of wisdom in these books, building deep relationships with founders, and insights from meetings with figures like Charlie Munger. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro and Founders Origin Story 07:10 - The...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 195
