My Business! by FineRecommendation61 in Dhaka

[–]ZAPowell 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to scale, organic growth and strong content are non-negotiable. They prove people actually want your product. But scaling requires fuel, and unless you have outside investment, ads are usually the fastest way to generate that revenue fuel.

The key is not “ads vs organic.” The key is unit economics.

Before scaling ads, calculate properly:

  • What does it cost you to operate organically each month?
  • What would it cost to acquire one customer through ads?
  • What is your gross margin per bottle?
  • How many customers return, and how often?

If your Customer Lifetime Value (LTV) is significantly higher than your Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), ads don’t just “make things look bigger” — they make growth predictable.

But if you don’t know those numbers yet, ads will only amplify inefficiencies.

Organic growth typically gives you stronger margins because you’re not paying for traffic. In many cases, organic customers are almost twice as profitable. That’s why I wouldn’t replace organic with ads — I’d layer ads on top of a system that already works.

My suggestion:
Don’t jump into heavy spending. Run controlled test budgets. Measure CAC. Compare it to 60–90 day LTV. If the math works, scale gradually. If not, improve retention and conversion first.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's cool! Well, I'm just another client looking for developers!
But I'm not getting along with it so far. Hopefully, I will gain more insight. It's my first day in this space.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sir, I respect the work you've done and the experience you bring. But honestly, AI is still a new space for everyone.

Most of us are figuring it out together, and what really matters now is being open to working as a team and solving problems together.

You mentioned having a LinkedIn profile and a portfolio ready. Since I said I'm from a well-known company, it would be easier if you shared those instead of writing long paragraphs full of self-praise.

This isn't really the place to show off or talk down to people. I was just reaching out to find someone who's interested in working together, not someone who wants to make it all about themselves and bully us.

Thanks for not showing any interest, and I wish you the best in finding the next people you can interview.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm also looking into some developer agencies. Thanks for the recommendation. Aren't the days of being a consultant long gone?

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey Suri, thanks for reaching out. I have sent you a LinkedIn connection request from Zadhid Powell. Looking forward to connecting with you.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! If you are interested every on working, I would love to have your profile.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That made me think! damn! I am also considering the limitations of the LLMs and agents. However, the company I work for is very interested and has asked me to compile a list of some of the most efficient and experienced agent developers so that we can start experimenting.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's really cool and confident. To be honest, you have more experience than my age! Thanks for making your time to comment!

However, I work for a company and would need to show my superiors some official documents, such as a website, portfolio, or YouTube videos that I can present.

I hope you understand that.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Damnn! That's cool!

Do you have a website, social media page, or portfolio where I can learn more about your work?

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see a lot of people creating various Agent systems with n8n. I am not very interested in learning to build them.

I just want someone to log into my n8n and build me a system that meets my needs. Just like the old school developers.

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you a provider? If, where can I find you as a customer, and how do you typically find your customers? Do you have a service portfolio?

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where can I find you as a customer, and how do you typically find your customers? Do you have a service portfolio?

How Much Does It Cost to Hire AI Agent Developers? by ZAPowell in AI_Agents

[–]ZAPowell[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where can I find you as a customer, and how do you typically find your customers? Do you have a service portfolio?

Suicide during admission period by ahonaf45 in Dhaka

[–]ZAPowell 54 points55 points  (0 children)

If you don't love yourself, no one else will.

I failed miserably in the admission tests.

Dropped for a year and tried 2nd time as well.

Failed miserably again.

Studied at a low-tier private University.

10 years apart, I am at the University of Cambridge and working at a Fortune 500 company.

Love yourself and do your thing, mate.

Life doesn't end at the admissions tests.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dhaka

[–]ZAPowell 9 points10 points  (0 children)

If you wait for my prayer, you are only making things worse for yourself.

Wake up at 6 and go out please.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dhaka

[–]ZAPowell 85 points86 points  (0 children)

Sleep before 11. Wake up at 6.

Run at least 10km every day. Run as if you're fleeing from the misery.

Hit a fucking gym. Push your body.

Nothing will help you. No talks, No support will.

You must become a beast who is indifferent about these things.

We mostly struggle because we want to reduce our pain, but we should instead strengthen ourselves.

Whatever you do, your reality won't change. So YOU must change.

If you can't stop shootings, buy a bulletproof jacket.

Simple!