AI Web Design & Direct Mail Outreach
Scrape local businesses and use low-cost AI models to generate custom websites for them, then send a physical postcard with a QR code pointing to their new site. The creator spent about $400 to send 341 postcards, resulting in 68 QR code scans and 17 closed deals after a follow-up cold call. By giving the site away for free and upselling $300 to $1,200 monthly marketing packages, they achieved $8,000 in monthly recurring revenue.
Startup Budget
$400 – $500
Difficulty
Advanced
Business Type
Hybrid
Location
Anywhere
Time Commitment
Part-time
Revenue Potential
$8,000+/month
Skills Needed
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