Podcast

Build Income Streams: AI Agents for Small Business, AI Business Ideas & No-Code AI Automation.

Business, Marketing

Real AI automations running real businesses, including what worked, what broke, and what it cost.

Each week, Brooks Conkle opens up the AI agents and workflows behind his own ventures: domain investing, directory sites, and marketing agency clients. No theory, no hype. Just practical AI for small business owners and builders who want to create new income streams themselves.

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Episodes
69
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
8 min
On air since
2020
Latest episode
2 days ago

Episodes

69 episodes, newest first

  1. I Sold a Domain for $3,000. Can Grok Bot Sell the Next One?

    Show notes

    I sold harborpointhomes.com for $3,000 the old-fashioned way, after an appraisal tool said it was worth $100.
    Now I've handed my other 250 or so domains to Grok Bot to see if AI can land the next sale.

    🌐 Domain Name Lovers, my domain site: https://domainnamelovers.com/
    📬 Join 3,000+ builders using AI to build income streams (weekly: the bots I'm building + new videos): https://buildincomestreams.com

    ▶️ Watch the first video, I Let Grok Bot Run My Domain Business for 30 Days: https://youtu.be/YdgRjbx0k_8
    🚀 Spaceship, the registrar I use and list on (affiliate): https://brooksconkle.com/spaceship

    A buyer offered $2,750 for harborpointhomes.com. I said "No, thank you," countered at $3,000 and left the offer open for seven days. Two days later we had a deal. After the broker's commission, $2,250 hit my account. And an appraisal tool had valued this same domain at $100. So take appraisals with a grain of salt.

    Then I show you what my domain bot Dex has done in two months: about 6,000 domain names analyzed, about 60 A-grade "buy this" picks, listings synced on Spaceship and Afternic through their new APIs, and more than 100 outreach emails sent. Replies so far? Zero.

    The challenge runs six months, Aug 29, 2026 to Feb 28, 2027. Score so far: one sale by me, zero by Grok Bot. Follow along to see if it lands one before February.

    CHAPTERS
    0:00 I turned down $2,750
    0:34 The $3,000 domain
    0:55 How the deal went down
    1:44 The appraisal said $100
    2:38 Meet Dex, the bot running my business
    3:38 The tedious job my bot took over
    5:10 The scorecard: 100+ emails, 0 replies
    5:32 The six-month challenge

    Disclosure: AI (Grok Bot) helps me run my domain business and helped plan and edit this video. The Spaceship link is an affiliate link. If you use it I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

    6 min
  2. I Let Grok Bot Run Our Real Etsy Store

    Show notes

    I showed my business partner Tish Grok Bot for the first time and let the AI agent work on our real Etsy print-on-demand store (Printful + Etsy).
    The first designs were pretty bad. But 13 tags and six mockups later, she was sold.

    🔗 Join 3,000+ builders using AI to build income streams: https://buildincomestreams.com/
    🔗 Our Etsy shop, Gulf Coast Beach Vibes: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GulfCoastBeachVibes

    We gave Grok Bot one design. It upscaled it, built a poster draft in Printful, logged into Etsy, added the tags, and uploaded the mockups, with a few snags along the way.

    Tools mentioned: Grok Bot, Printful, Etsy, Grok Imagine, Notion, Buffer

    0:00 Grok Bot meets our real Etsy store
    0:52 Meet Mac and the bot team
    1:12 Giving Grok Bot the Printful job
    10:02 First poster draft in Printful
    14:50 Mac's side project: Steal This Agent
    17:50 Inspiration images to new designs
    29:11 The first designs were pretty bad
    30:40 Can Grok Bot safely log into Etsy?
    37:43 13 tags on the Etsy listing
    43:07 Six mockups in, and the verdict

    Grok Bot worked inside our own Printful and Etsy accounts with our permission. The product stayed in draft until we chose to publish it. No sponsored or affiliate links in this video.

    45 min
  3. I Let Grok Bot Run My Domain Business for 30 Days

    Show notes

    I gave Grok Bot six months to make my 250-domain business profitable. Here's month one.

    The bots logged 347 hours, graded 700+ names, bought 11, and sent 100+ cold emails. Sales so far: zero.

    🔗 Follow the domain business (names we're hunting, what sells, what the bots are doing): https://domainnamelovers.com/

    🔗 Join 3,000+ builders using AI to build income streams: https://buildincomestreams.com/

    Here's everything the bots have built in month one.

    Tools mentioned: Grok Bot, beehiiv, AgentMail, Spaceship, Afternic, NameBio

    0:00 347 hours, zero sales

    0:31 Why my domain strategy is so passive

    1:23 The six-month Grok Bot test

    1:46 Follow along (newsletter)

    2:23 The research sheet Grok Bot runs

    3:22 The 11 names we bought

    3:51 What the bots do every day

    4:34 The Discord update bot

    4:59 Candidate hunts and GoDaddy closeouts

    5:14 Building the website and newsletter

    6:00 Bot email inboxes and cold outreach

    6:32 Emails landing in spam and the warmup fix

    7:13 700+ graded names and my favorites

    8:07 Using NameBio sales to shape research

    8:53 AI made me work more

    9:32 The timesheet: 347 hours

    10 min
  4. I replaced my $300 designer with Claude AI

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    I use AI to build income streams & document it all → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/I just replaced a $300 graphic designer with Claude AI — and built a professional media kit in under 60 minutes. In this video, I show you exactly how I used Claude Design to create a polished, client-ready PDF without Canva, without Figma, and without paying a designer.This isn't just for YouTubers — if you're a small business owner, solopreneur, or freelancer who needs professional-looking documents (media kits, proposals, one-pagers, pricing sheets, lead magnets), this same Claude AI workflow works for you too.What you'll learn:→ How to use Claude Design to build a designed PDF from scratch→ The exact prompts I used to get a professional layout→ How this replaces expensive design tools and freelancers→ Why non-technical founders can build pro-level documents with AI00:00 One Hour Media Kit00:17 Start in Claude Design00:57 Gather Brand Screenshots01:56 Answer Brand Questions02:20 Pick Cover and Colors03:08 Personal Brand Example03:59 Export Brand Guide Files04:38 Why Desktop PDFs Win05:32 Build the Media Kit06:49 First Draft Review07:15 Fixes and Final TakeawayDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #buildincomestreams

    7 min
  5. Stop Checking YouTube Analytics. Do This Instead.

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    I use AI to build income streams & document it all → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/00:00 Monthly Analytics Report Demo00:45 Branding and Client Use01:05 Why Not YouTube Studio01:56 API Roadblock Brand Accounts02:25 Newsletter Break and Return02:45 Hybrid Workflow Manual Plus Auto04:24 Manus Setup Scheduling Email05:42 Automation Steps Drive to Dashboard07:14 AI Insights and Recommendations08:35 Was It Worth It ClosingDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #buildincomestreams

    9 min
  6. Dario Amodei Just Changed How I Think About AI

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasUnlock Alabama: https://unlockalabama.org/Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams #ai #aitools #automation #businessgrowth

    8 min
  7. AI Companies Are Looking to Take Over ALL Computer Work

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams #ai #aitools #automation #businessgrowth

    7 min
  8. The Biggest Lie Being Told About AI Right Now

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasUnlock Alabama: https://unlockalabama.org/Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams #ai #aitools #automation #businessgrowth

    5 min
  9. AI Is Eating Small Business — And Most Owners Have No Idea

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams

    5 min
  10. Should You Be Afraid of AI?

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams

    3 min
  11. How to Make Money with AI in 2026

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams

    8 min
  12. 5 Reasons Why You Should Start a Local Newsletter

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    Want to learn from other local newsletter creators? Join our private community here! https://localmediacrew.com/ Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #localnewsletters #buildincomestreams

    5 min
  13. ChatGPT Updates my Blog 6x Faster

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    Get weekly project ideas that actually generate income → Join 5,000+ builders: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/

    Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideas

    Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!

    #brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams

    5 min
  14. How to Build a $5,000/Month Newsletter Using These 4 Tools

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    Test beehiiv: https://www.brooksconkle.com/beehiivWant to join a private community of local newsletter creators? https://localmediacrew.com/I've run a local newsletter for more than 12 years and in this video I share the 4 tools that are must haves for your local media website and newsletter. Everything else you can get over time. Join 5,000+ hustlers I share projects with weekly: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams

    9 min
  15. How to Make a Professional Landing Page in 10 MINUTES | Carrd + AI Tutorial

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    The tools I used are: Carrd - https://www.brooksconkle.com/carrdMake - https://www.brooksconkle.com/makeSpaceship - https://www.brooksconkle.com/spaceship[Google Analytics Insights Tool we're building -- https://makeanalyticsfunagain.com/ ]⚡ Join 5,000+ hustlers I share projects with weekly: https://www.BuildIncomeStreams.com/💡 Want to build a professional landing page fast without coding? In this video, I’ll show you how I created a $3,000 landing page in just 10 minutes using Carrd and AI tools. You’ll learn step by step how to set up your Carrd account, choose a template, customize your design, and connect it to email forms, Google Sheets, and automation platforms like Make.com. Whether you’re building a SaaS project, collecting leads, or launching a new idea, this Carrd tutorial will walk you through everything you need to know.I’ll also cover how to integrate AI for copywriting, add a custom domain, and set up forms that sync directly with your email list or spreadsheet—perfect for growing your business fast. Carrd is one of the easiest and cheapest landing page builders out there, and with the help of AI, you can launch a high-converting landing page in minutes. If you’ve been searching for “how to build a landing page with Carrd,” “Carrd tutorial 2025,” or “AI website builder,” this video has you covered.💰 Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here: https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideasDisclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!#brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #buildincomestreams #carrd #landingpage #aitools #nocode #startuptips #saas #webdesign #digitalmarketing #entrepreneurship #onlinebusiness

    7 min
  16. Your Degree Won’t Land the Job — Here’s What Actually Will

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    ⚡Join 5000+ hustlers: https://www.destroythatbox.com/
    💰 Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here:
    https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideas

    🚀 Join our private newsletter networking group:
    https://localmediacrew.com/

    A degree might open doors, but it’s not the golden ticket to success. Discover the one thing that truly sets you apart in today’s competitive world and learn how to use it to build a career you’re proud of.

    Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!

    Let's Connect!I update my community each week on my online business projects and the tools I'm testing out.
    Plus, get a list of my favorite business ideas.

    We can also chat over on YouTube.

    #brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler #internship #careeradvice #onlinework #growthmindset #networking #personaldevelopment #motivation

    8 min
  17. Don’t Name Your Business Until You Hear This!

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    ⚡Join 5000+ hustlers: https://www.destroythatbox.com/
    💰 Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here:
    https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideas

    🚀 Join our private newsletter networking group:
    https://localmediacrew.com/

    Choosing the right name for your business can make or break your brand. In this podcast, we explore the key factors you need to consider before naming your business, including the difference between personal and business branding and what works best for your goals. Whether you're a solopreneur or launching a company, these insights will help you make the right choice and avoid costly mistakes.

    Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!

    Let's Connect!I update my community each week on my online business projects and the tools I'm testing out.
    Plus, get a list of my favorite business ideas.

    We can also chat over on YouTube.

    #brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #entrepreneuradvice #personalbranding #businessbranding #branding #brandstrategy #startupsuccess #fulltimesidehustler #businessgrowth #branding101

    6 min
  18. Will AI Take Over Our Jobs? — Survival Tips for Entrepreneurs

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    ⚡Join 5000+ hustlers: https://www.destroythatbox.com/
    💰 Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here:
    https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideas

    🚀 Join our private newsletter networking group:
    https://localmediacrew.com/

    The rise of AI and robots has sparked one big question: will they take over our jobs? Join me as I explore the future of work and the tug-of-war between specialists, generalists and AI. Discover how emerging technologies are reshaping career paths and why mastering AI tools and adapting to this technological wave could be the ultimate strategy for thriving in a robot-driven world. Buckle up as we take this ride into the future of business on a bike!

    Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!

    Let's Connect!I update my community each week on my online business projects and the tools I'm testing out.
    Plus, get a list of my favorite business ideas.

    We can also chat over on YouTube.

    #brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #futureofwork #ai #learnai #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #automation #fulltimesidehustler #careeradvice #aiimpact

    8 min
  19. I Gained 50,000 Subscribers -- Local Media Brands Are the Future!

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    Send us a text

    ⚡ Join 5000+ hustlers: https://www.destroythatbox.com/

    🚀 Want to join our private newsletter networking group?
    https://localmediacrew.com/

    💰 Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here:
    https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideas
    🐝 Want to test out Beehiiv (the company we use for our local newsletter?)
    https://www.brooksconkle.com/beehiiv

    For over a decade, I’ve been running The Mobile Rundown, a local media brand dedicated to connecting my community with meaningful news, events, and stories. By building an audience of over 50,000 followers across different platforms, I’ve demonstrated that local media brands have the power to thrive in a digital world.

    In this podcast, I’ll dive into the strategies and insights behind growing these platforms, the challenges unique to local media, and why brands rooted in community are shaping the future of the industry.

    Disclosure: I'm just a dude, and these are just my thoughts. Verify anything I'm saying with other professionals out there. Also, many of these links are affiliate links from Amazon and other companies, meaning that I will make a small commission if you purchase a product or service by using the link. Sometimes I’m able to get you an even better deal through my relationships! No pressure to buy through my links. Love you!

    Let's Connect!I update my community each week on my online business projects and the tools I'm testing out.
    Plus, get a list of my favorite business ideas.

    We can also chat over on YouTube.

    #gainsubscribers #localmedia #newsletter #brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler

    16 min
  20. Swagbucks Exposed: The Shocking Truth Hidden in Their Terms of Service

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    ⚡ Join 5000+ hustlers: https://www.destroythatbox.com/

    💰 Want 100 Money-Making Ideas? Get them here:
    https://www.brooksconkle.com/100ideas
    🎥 Video: How Much Money I Made in 1 Hr of Surveys: https://youtu.be/7Oprvbhcep8

    Swagbucks offers rewards for playing games, taking surveys, and referring others. But what happens when you're suddenly locked out of your account without warning or a way to recover it?
    In this video, I share my story of how Swagbucks froze my account and left me in the dark. If you’ve faced similar issues, I’d love to hear your experience—drop a comment below!

    Let's Connect!I update my community each week on my online business projects and the tools I'm testing out.
    Plus, get a list of my favorite business ideas.

    We can also chat over on YouTube.

    #swagbucks #surveysites #isswagbuckslegit #brooksconkle #makemoneyonline #fulltimesidehustler

    7 min