The fastest path to $20k+/mo with AI in 2026.

Everyone's trying to vibe code the next big startup.
Meanwhile, the easiest money is sitting in every local business that hasn't set up AI yet.
The full playbook:
• Get really good at one stack. Claude Code/MCP/Openclaw is the easiest to monetize right now.
• AI skills alone won't close deals. You need to be charismatic, know how to sell, and build trust in a room. Traditional sales knowledge is more important than ever. Study it.
• Don't sell AI. Sell the outcome. "I'll save your team 20 hours a week," not "I'll set up MCP servers."
• Niche down. "AI systems for real estate agents" beats "AI consulting" every time.
• Start with people you know. Set up their systems for free or cheap. Get testimonials.
• Charge $2-5k per setup. $500-1k/mo retainer for ongoing support.
• Upsell custom agents once they trust you. That's where $10k+ deals start.
• Post the before/after on X/social media. "Here's what I built for a local accounting firm in 3 hours."
• Document what you're actually doing, teach others how to do the same (classic authority playbook).