3 Under-the-Radar AI Hustles (No Downloads, No Hype)

Let’s skip the overpromises and vague “AI side hustle” advice. You’re smarter than that.

Instead, I’ll show you three specific, underrated AI strategies solopreneurs are using right now to earn 300−300−5k/month.

No e-books, no templates, no fluff—just actionable steps you can start today.

What It Is: Offer hyper-specific AI-powered services to small businesses.

How to Start:

• Step 1: Pick a niche no one’s cornered yet:

  • Examples: LinkedIn carousel posts for B2B startups, YouTube shorts scripts for coaches, or Amazon product descriptions.

• Step 2: Automate 90% of the work:

  • ChatGPT + Custom Instructions: Train it on your client’s voice (e.g., “Write in the style of Tim Ferriss: concise, data-driven, with punchy metaphors”).

  • Pictory.ai: Turn blog posts into short videos (client provides script → AI adds visuals/voiceover).

  • DraftLab.ai: Generate SEO blog drafts in 2 clicks (adjust tone for niches like “wellness” or “fintech”).

• Step 3: Price for profit:

  • Charge 300−300−500/month per client (position as “unlimited AI-powered content”).

  • Pro Tip: Offer a “7-day trial” for $97 to reduce friction.

Real Example:
James, a former teacher, built a micro-agency creating “parenting hack” Instagram posts for daycare centers. Uses ChatGPT for captions + Canva Magic Design for visuals. Earns $4k/month managing 12 clients (5 hrs/week).

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How It Works: Create AI content for pennies → Sell it to businesses drowning in deadlines.

Step-by-Step:

1. Find High-Demand Niches:

   • Use AnswerThePublic to spot trending queries (e.g., “AI for landscapers” or “supplement myths”).

2. Batch-Create Content:

   • Claude 3 + Perplexity.ai: Generate 2,000-word guides (e.g., “How HVAC Companies Use AI to Cut Costs”).

   • Edit for “human polish”: Add personal anecdotes or case studies (e.g., “My client saved $12k with this ChatGPT trick…”).

3. Sell to Buyers:

   • Where to Pitch:

     • Upwork/Fiverr: “Done-for-you [niche] blog posts - $150 each.”

     • Cold Email: Target small marketing agencies with “I’ll handle your content backlog.”

Pricing:

• Blog Posts: 150−150−300 each (cost: $3 in AI credits).

• Social Media Kits: $250/week for 15 posts + captions.

Case Study:
A solopreneur used Claude 3 to write 20 “AI for plumbers” guides. Sold them to local plumbing companies for 200each→200each→4k in 3 weeks.

The Opportunity: Businesses own AI tools but don’t know how to use them.

What You’ll Do:

• Fix Broken Workflows:

  • Example: Automate lead follow-ups (Calendly → ChatGPT → Gmail).

• Train Teams: Teach non-techies to use ChatGPT for daily tasks.

• Audit Systems: Find where AI can save 10+ hrs/week.

Tools to Master (No Coding):

• Make.com: Connect apps visually (e.g., Zapier but cheaper).

• Bardeen.ai: Auto-scrape data from websites → populate Google Sheets.

• Lindy.ai: AI assistant that handles emails, scheduling, and research.

Pricing:

• One-Time Setup: 1,500−1,500−3,000 (e.g., “I’ll automate your client onboarding”).

• Monthly Retainer: 500−500−1,000 for ongoing support.

How to Start Today:

1. Build Authority: Post short “AI automation demos” on LinkedIn (e.g., “How I saved 8 hrs/week with Bardeen”).

2. Offer Free Audits: “Reply with ‘AUDIT’ and I’ll find 3 AI opportunities in your biz.”

3. Upsell Solutions: Start with a $500 “quick fix” (e.g., automate invoice reminders).

Real Results:
A freelance writer started offering “AI CRM setups” for coaches. First client paid 2,700→referralsbroughtin2,700→referralsbroughtin8k more in 2 months.

Why These Strategies Work (For Now)

• Low Competition: Most solopreneurs are still stuck on “10 ChatGPT prompts” content.

• High Demand: Small businesses are begging for affordable AI solutions.

• Speed: You can start in 2-4 hours (tools are ready-to-use).

The Catch?
These opportunities won’t stay hidden forever. Platforms like Canva and Zapier are already adding AI features—so the window to position yourself as the “expert” is now.

Your Next Steps

1. Pick One Hustle: Start with the one that aligns with your skills (e.g., writing? Try arbitrage).

2. Test Fast: Spend 1-2 hours creating a sample (e.g., mock-up a client project).

3. Pitch Relentlessly: Reach out to 5 prospects/day (template below).

Cold Email Template (Steal This):

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Subject: Quick question about [their pain point]  

Hi [First Name],  

I help [niche] [save time/cut costs/boost sales] using AI.  

Example: I recently automated [specific task] for [similar business], saving them [X hours/$].  

Could I show you 2-3 ways AI could do the same for you?  

No strings—just 10 minutes.  

- [Your Name]  

No Downloads, No Upsells
This isn’t a pitch. I don’t sell courses or toolkits. I’m sharing exactly what’s working right now because these opportunities are too good to gatekeep.

The only question: Will you act before the crowd arrives?

Stay sharp

Till then…
See You next time
AI Case Study Team

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