Step-by-step blueprint
Master 10 n8n workflow templates (invoice automation, lead gen, social posting, etc.)
Target: CA firms, real estate agents, dental clinics, coaching institutes
Pricing: ₹5,000-15,000 setup + ₹1,500-3,000/month retainer for maintenance
At 10 clients on retainer: ₹15,000-30,000/month passive from retainers alone
Market via LinkedIn content showing before/after automation time savings
Use Claude to write proposals and customise workflows for each client
Host on shared n8n server (₹3,000/month VPS handles 10-15 client workflows)
Automate your own sales: website chatbot → auto proposal → Razorpay payment link
Automation details
Realistic expectations
Best opportunity in India right now. Most SMEs have zero automation. The bar is low — even a basic WhatsApp lead notification system is valuable to them. Start local.