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Stop collecting AI Tools and start building an income-generating workflow.
In this episode of the AI Paycheck Podcast, host Raje sits down with Danish builder and operator Mads Vestergaard to dismantle the "tool list trap". Most aspiring entrepreneurs fail because they pick a collection of subscriptions before they define a workflow. If you want to move from "paying for tools" to "getting paid with tools," this episode provides the definitive map for your journey.
The Three Paths to AI Income
Mads identifies three primary paths that lead to consistent revenue:
The 8 Categories of a Profitable AI Stack
We dive deep into the eight essential tool categories every AI entrepreneur needs to master:
Starter vs. Upgrade: Choosing Your Stack
Whether you are a beginner or a serious builder, we break down the specific AI Tools you need. The Starter Stack focuses on low overhead and speed (ChatGPT, Tally, Zapier, Canva), while the Upgrade Stack is built for those wanting more control (Cursor, n8n, PostHog, Help Scout).
Actionable Scenarios for This Week
Mads outlines two realistic paths to income:
The bottom line: A stack is a workflow you can repeat. Pick one outcome someone will pay for, build the smallest workflow to deliver it, and only add AI Tools where they remove time not where they add novelty.
Don't just listen build. Tune in to map your path to workflow income.
Analogy for Understanding:Think of AI Tools like high-end kitchen appliances. Having the best blender and oven (the tools) doesn't make you a professional chef if you don't have a recipe or a menu (the workflow). This episode isn't about buying more appliances; it’s about designing the kitchen line so you can serve paying customers every single night.