Digital Nomads HQ · 2026-04-15 · 20 min
What does AI actually cost a business? Not just the $20/month subscription, but the real costs. API usage, server hosting, databases, and the hidden expenses that catch most people off guard. In this episode, Jodi and Ben break down the true cost of using AI tools like Claude, OpenAI, and other platforms to build software, automate workflows, and scale operations. After spending $4,000 to $5,000 in just two months building their own proprietary AI system, they've learned firsthand what it takes and what most people don't realise before they start. Ben & Jodi cover: Why the cost of AI matters right now The $200/month plan trap: when subscriptions aren't enough API costs explained: how usage adds up fast How to plan an AI project properly (roadmaps over randomness) Problem solvers vs. solution architects Why learning to prompt matters more than learning to code Setting usage limits and rolling AI out safely across a team Why AI pricing will keep changing (and what to watch for) What does it cost your business to NOT use AI? That might be the bigger question. #aiforbusiness #costofai #digitalmarketing #digitalnomadshq #insidetheagency
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