AI Automations for Business
S1. Ep39 - What Does AI Automation Really Cost Your Business?
20 Nov 2025
Wondering what it actually costs to implement AI automations in your business? You're not alone. In this episode, Katie and Noel break down the transparent truth about AI automation costs, from DIY learning paths to done-for-you consultancy fees, and all the hidden expenses in between.They reveal the real costs of the DIY route, including time investment for learning platforms like Make.com, mastering prompt engineering for predictable AI outputs, and why checking your current software pricing tiers before starting could save you from costly upgrade surprises. For the done-for-you approach, they explain typical consultancy structures, including upfront implementation fees and ongoing monthly maintenance costs.Katie and Noel also explore the often-overlooked opportunity costs of not automating, like the business executive who gained competitive advantage by delivering complex quotations in two days instead of two months, winning contracts while competitors were still calculating. Perfect for business owners evaluating automation investments, consultants pricing their services transparently, and anyone who wants to understand the complete financial picture before diving into AI implementation.Here are the links to episodes we mentioned.AppleEp19 - Business Tips For Using AI LegallyEp34 - How to Choose Between Zapier, N8N and Make.com for Your BusinessSpotifyEp19 - Business Tips For Using AI LegallyEp34 - How to Choose Between Zapier, N8N and Make.com for Your BusinessHow to find us:Join our membership over on Skool, where we support you on your AI and automation journey. We share exclusive content in the membership that shows you the automations we talks about in action how to build them. Find out more about the AI Business Club here.We have a free LinkedIn group (AI Automations For Business), the group is open to all.If you would like dedicated help with your automations or would like us to build them for you then you can find our agency at makeautomations.aiSend us a text
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