Here is the complete tech stack for launching an AI consulting practice.
Essential (Day 1)
| Tool | Cost | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Claude Pro | $20/mo | Core AI for all work |
| Notion | Free | Project management, client portals |
| Calendly | Free | Scheduling |
| Zoom | Free | Client calls |
| Canva | Free | Proposals, presentations |
Total: $20/month
Growth Phase (Month 2+)
| Tool | Cost | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Perplexity Pro | $20/mo | Research |
| Gumroad | Free until sale | Digital products |
| Beehiiv | Free to 2,500 | Email marketing |
| Stripe | 2.9% per txn | Payments |
Total: $40/month
Scale Phase (5+ clients)
| Tool | Cost | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Loom | Free | Async client updates |
| Streamlit | Free | Client dashboards |
| GitHub | Free | Code management |
Total: Still $40/month
The entire consulting practice runs on $40/month in tools. Everything else is your time and expertise.
Complete setup guide: wedgemethod.gumroad.com/l/ai-agency-launch-kit
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