In this episode, we sit down with Cole Medin, CTO of Automator and expert in applied AI, to dive deep into context engineering, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), and building scalable AI workflows. Cole shares practical strategies for cutting through the noise in the AI space, designing effective prompts, and moving from prototypes to production-ready systems. Whether you’re an AI builder, developer, or just curious about the latest in automation, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and real-world advice.

00:00 – Introduction: The challenge of too much “fluff” in the AI space and how to focus on what matters.
00:22 – Meet Cole Meine: Background, expertise, and his mission in applied AI.
01:59 – What listeners will learn: Context engineering, RAG, and moving workflows to production.
02:40 – The origin of context engineering: Why treating prompts and context as engineered resources matters.
03:49 – Vibe coding vs. context engineering: The importance of specificity and reducing assumptions.
06:18 – Practical steps for context engineering: Mindset shift, planning, and using AI to ask clarifying questions.
08:47 – Success criteria and user journeys: How to define what “done” looks like for AI projects.
12:36 – How much time to spend on planning: Product requirement docs and upfront investment.
13:54 – Favorite AI coding tools: Cloud Code, Codex, and Google’s Anti-Gravity.
15:23 – Staying up to date in AI: Research strategies and the value of community.
18:09 – Introduction to RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation): What it is and why it matters.
20:41 – How RAG works: Embedding models, vector databases, and semantic search.
24:45 – Metadata filtering in RAG: Multi-tenancy, hierarchical search, and business use cases.
28:46 – Handling messy data: ETL/ELT pipelines and preparing data for AI agents.
32:06 – Scaling workflows: Moving from n8n prototypes to production code (Python/TypeScript).
34:38 – Deployment strategies: Frontend, backend, and cloud hosting options.
37:13 – The importance of version control: Using GitHub for safe states and CI/CD.
40:05 – Final advice: Start simple, build your process, and customize your system.
41:15 – Where to find more: Cole Meine’s YouTube channel for more on RAG and context engineering.

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In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Pope, a tech founder who built and sold a seven-figure software company, to uncover the real steps behind building SaaS apps that people actually want. Stephen shares his journey from agency work to productization, revealing how he created the Content Engine Database and scaled it to $50K+ months.

00:00 – Introduction & Stephen’s Background
01:23 – The Drive to Build: Early Entrepreneurial Spirit
02:45 – What Does Automation Really Do?
04:47 – Building a $5K SaaS Product with AI
07:11 – The Value for Listeners
08:47 – Stephen’s Process for Engineering SaaS Products
10:16 – Solving Your Own Problems: The Content Engine Database
12:54 – Going Viral and Finding Product-Market Fit
15:12 – From Agency Work to Productization
18:20 – How the Content Engine Database Works
22:03 – Organizing Content for Scale
25:00 – Repurposing Content & Automation
28:15 – Using AI and Automation in Content Creation
31:00 – The 5 Steps to Building SaaS Apps People Want
36:00 – Lead Generation, Funnels, and Project Management
40:00 – The Importance of Organization
44:00 – Finding the Right Customers
48:00 – Iteration, Feedback, and Community
52:00 – Overcoming Distractions and Staying Focused
56:00 – Final Advice & Where to Find Stephen

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In this episode, we sit down with Oskar, an automation developer and YouTube educator, to explore the world of business process automation using n8n. Oskar shares his journey from solving everyday business problems to building advanced workflows, including autonomous web scraping, lead generation, and custom dashboards. We discuss practical use cases for both businesses and individuals, the importance of experimentation, and how to identify the best opportunities for automation. Oskar also highlights the power of community, the latest features in n8n, and offers advice for anyone looking to get started with automation. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced developer, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and inspiration to help you automate and innovate.

00:00 Introduction & Guest Overview
00:26 Autonomous Scraping Workflow
01:46 Lead Generation Use Cases
03:41 Automating Business Processes
06:25 Currency Exchange Workflow
08:34 Home Budgeting Automation
10:48 Entry Points to n8n
13:19 Flexibility & User Interface
15:54 Handoffs with Developer Teams
17:15 Custom Dashboards & Business Use Cases
21:11 Material Selection Chatbot
24:45 Multi-Agent Features in n8n
27:01 Debugging & Production Readiness
31:00 Identifying Automation Opportunities
33:10 Learning & Experimentation
36:31 Community & Collaboration
39:00 Final Advice & How to Connect with Oskar

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In this episode, the guest shares how they skyrocketed from zero to 1.4 million followers in just 15 months, and built their Bootstrap Startup website from zero to 1.4 million visitors in only 10 months, all without a team, paid ads, editors, or virtual assistants.

00:00 Introduction: From Zero to 1.4M Followers
00:36 Building AI Tools & Automation Systems
01:10 Scaling Solo Without a Team
02:19 Selling AI Business for $10M
04:21 Lessons from 10 Years in AI
06:04 Building AI Customer Service Agent
07:55 Using MCP with N8N for Automation
09:17 Pre-Planning Your AI Systems
12:01 Content Creation Strategy: 3 Steps
13:55 AI-Powered Content Ideation
15:57 Creating Content Drafts with AI
19:05 Delivering Value & Authentic Connection
22:37 Meta Skills for Building a Brand
24:25 Batching Content: One Day Per Week
26:06 Publishing & Repurposing Content
28:41 Building Potato API & N8N Integration
32:35 Community Collaboration & Feedback
36:22 Avoiding Distractions as a Solo Founder
39:59 Mental Health & Avoiding Burnout
42:22 Advice for Starting Your Brand
44:09 Focus on Top of Funnel Marketing

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Discover how Jono, founder of Automatable and DJing.ca, scaled his service business using automation and AI tools like n8n. In this in-depth interview, Jono shares actionable strategies for automating lead generation, sales, proposals, and more, saving time and boosting revenue. Learn about proven blueprints, real-world success stories from his community, and step-by-step frameworks for freelancers and agencies. Whether you’re new to automation or looking to grow your business, this episode is packed with practical tips, case studies, and inspiration to help you leverage automation for maximum impact.

00:00 - Introduction to Jono and Catliff
00:16 - How Automation Scaled His Business
00:32 - Value of n8n for Time and Money
01:26 - Six Key Areas for Service Business Automation
04:04 - Jono's Wedding Photography Business Journey
05:06 - The 60-Second Lead Call Strategy
06:25 - Building the Lead Response Workflow
08:56 - Automating Proposals, Contracts & Invoices
09:56 - Copy-Paste Templates for Quick Wins
11:35 - Service Business Automation Framework
13:32 - Getting Started with Upwork
13:47 - Tim's Success Story: First Month Results
16:45 - Why Start with Upwork Over Other Platforms
19:41 - LinkedIn Strategy for Lead Generation
22:39 - Do Something Epic, Then Talk About It
23:38 - Julian's $75K Month Success Story
25:06 - The Power of High-Level Masterminds
27:31 - Providing Value Before Selling
27:51 - Joseph's Voice AI Agent Success
30:42 - Most Resellable Automation Systems
33:52 - Stacking Leverage with Automation Catalogs
34:30 - Andy's $60K Retainer Deal Strategy
35:34 - Building Social Proof for Higher Prices
38:42 - How to Connect with Jono

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In this episode of the n8n podcast, host Dylan interviews Jay Enrique, also known as RoboNuggets, about AI content generation and automation. Jay discusses his journey from TikTok to leading an AI agency, the use of n8n as an orchestrator for AI workflows, and the impact of AI on content creation. They explore the benefits of AI in automating content, the role of human creativity, and the future of AI in various industries.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction & The Power of AI in Ads
01:07 TikTok Growth & Content Repurposing
01:44 Maximizing Margins with AI
01:56 Welcome to the Podcast
02:17 Jay’s Content Creation Journey
02:55 Main Use Cases for AI Content Generation
03:45 Using AI for Logo Animation & Quality Content
04:24 AI Agents & Prompt Engineering
05:04 Lowering Barriers with Automation
05:26 AI Agents for Video Generation
05:45 Podcast to Short-Form Content
06:25 B-Roll & Eye Fatigue Solutions
07:14 Who Benefits Most from AI Content Creation?
07:59 Impact on Margins & Workflow
08:34 AI Video Models & Industry Shifts
09:08 Human Creativity vs. AI Generation
09:45 Human-in-the-Loop Workflows
11:02 Mind-Blowing AI Videos & Prompt Engineering
12:47 Tech Stacks & Model Leaderboards
14:16 Measuring ROI & Analytics
15:54 Trends in AI Ads & Testing
17:06 Authenticity in AI Content
18:24 Automation in Social Media Growth
19:07 Instagram & ManyChat Automation
20:32 Transparency & Building Trust
21:08 Advice for AI Content Creators
22:08 Applying Originality & Niche Content
23:03 Building Integrity with Your Audience
25:00 The Value of Transparency in Automation
26:00 AI-Generated Content Fails & Viral Moments
27:00 The Stoicism Lion Video & Niche Tutorials
28:00 Applying Technical Skills to Your Interests
29:00 Creating for Yourself & Your Audience
30:00 Educational, Inspirational, and Entertaining Content
31:00 Jay’s Personal Content Creation Pipeline
32:00 Cross-Posting & Automation Workflows
35:00 The Importance of Delivering on Promises
36:00 How to Avoid Losing Trust with Your Audience
37:00 The Role of Authenticity in Social Media
38:00 The Future of AI in Content Creation
39:00 Finding Your Niche & Combining Interests
40:00 Final Reflections & Staying Ahead in AI
42:00 Community, Tutorials, and Closing Thanks

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In this conversation, Jannis Moore discusses the integration of voice AI with n8n, highlighting its benefits for businesses. He explores various use cases, including lead qualification, customer support, and appointment setting, emphasizing the importance of prompt engineering and measuring ROI. The discussion also touches on the impact of voice AI on employee happiness and the challenges of navigating complex tech stacks. Jannis shares insights on human-AI collaboration, particularly in customer service, and the value of warm transfers in enhancing customer experience.

00:00 - Introduction
01:10 - The power of voice AI for businesses
03:05 - Four core Voice Agent solutions
05:10 - Welcome & guest introduction
06:08 - Connecting voice AI to backend systems
09:20 - Use cases: Voice agents in different industries
11:27 - Lead qualification and reactivation explained
14:00 - Adding value with lead reactivation
16:06 - Customer support automation with voice AI
18:00 - The art of prompt engineering
21:00 - Markdown and structuring prompts for AI
24:00 - JSON vs Markdown in AI prompts
26:45 - Voice AI for small businesses and after-hours calls
29:00 - ROI and value of voice AI solutions
32:00 - Employee happiness and human error reduction
35:00 - AI evaluation and ongoing improvement
38:00 - Reporting and dashboards for voice AI performance
41:00 - Sales training and AI-driven analysis

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In this engaging conversation, Dylan and Jack Roberts explore the world of AI and automation, focusing on the importance of understanding AI fundamentals, the significance of simplicity in automation, and the mindset required for success. They discuss common pitfalls, effective workflows, and the role of AI in creating human connections. Jack emphasizes the need for businesses to adopt an AI-first approach and shares insights on how to get started with automation, highlighting the value of community and continuous learning.

00:00 Introduction & Why AI-First Businesses Win
00:17 Building AI Systems & Agent Visibility
00:44 Meet Jack – Background & Approach to No-Code
01:22 How to Get Started with AI & No-Code
02:34 The Magic Moment: First AI Automation
03:17 Prompt Engineering & System Prompts
05:11 Breaking Down Complex Workflows
07:15 Common Pitfalls & Mindset for Beginners
09:06 Overcoming Roadblocks: Mindset & Tactics
11:00 Community, Support, and Learning from Errors
12:18 Most Common AI Automation Workflows
13:38 Using AI for Lead Generation & Content
15:02 Marketing, Sales, and Real-World Use Cases
16:21 Focusing on What Works & Avoiding Distractions
17:21 The Power of Focus & Saying No
18:25 Theory of Constraints & High-Leverage Activities
20:06 Building Internal AI Teams vs. Consultants
21:54 Company Culture & Incentives for Automation
23:13 Using Automation for Human Connection
24:29 Personal Automations & Content Creation
26:09 The 90/10 Rule: Automation vs. Human Touch
27:38 Staying Productive & High-Leverage Thinking
29:03 Final Advice: Just Get Started & Win the Day
30:19 Where to Find Jack Roberts & Closing Remarks

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