Scalable Mentorship with SenseiAI

JCal


Elevator Pitch: Hi, I’m Mason, founder of SenseiAI. We solve the problem of mentorship scalability. Imagine influential mentors like Jason Calacanis, who wish to guide more people but can’t due to time constraints. With SenseiAI, they set up their personalized coaching system in minutes, automating the mentorship process. Users like me can subscribe to these mentors, set goals, and receive daily check-ins, all for $10/month. We’ve already soft-launched with 50 free users and have $13k in revenue this year. Our goal? To scale to $10M by capturing the product, entrepreneur, and self-improvement space, and then expand to a $100M market across different industries.
Intro: Hi I’m Mason, founder of SenseiAI. We make mentorships scalable.
Problem: Jason is an investor with a large audience, and wishes he could personally mentor an army of them, but he is time-strapped, which leaves his students without sufficient guidance and accountability.
Product demo: So Jason comes to SenseiAI, sets up his SenseiOS in a matter of minutes, then starts fine-tuning it to match his exact Sensei preferences.

He dials the passion all the way up, then sits back and watches as questions, goals, and pitches start coming in and SenseiAI automates the coaching.

Mason is a product builder, so he subscribes to JCal’s SenseiOS for $10/m. He sets his goal to launch an MVP in a month, and gets daily progress check-ins until it’s ready. Then JCal helps him craft the pitch and practice it until he’s ready.

Business model: We offer subscriptions to mentors. The beta starts at $12/m, with 20% revenue sharing on their subscriptions.
Traction:SenseiAI has over 50 free users after soft-launching earlier this month.

Bonsai has over $13k in revenue this year, which comes from whitelabel plans and revenue sharing.

Customers:
Competition: Socra– Socra is a fictional AI coach, whereas Senseis are based on real mentors
Go-to Market: The Pilot Program pipline finds influential Senseis, mentors, and coaches. We set up their SenseiOS and plans so they require zero onboarding. We offer them a free Sensei Pro plan, then take home 20% of their subscription revenue.
Roadmap: Road to $10M: If the average customer spends $20/m subscribing to multiple Senseis, then we will need to get to 200,000 total customers. We are going to use the Masterclass model and onboard teachers with existing audiences in the product, entrepreneur, and self-improvement space.

Road to $100M: Once we have captured the vertical, then we spread horizontal across different industries such as education, health, and small businesses.

Team: Mason Lawlor: I have over 10 years experience, and have built products that have generated over $10M.

Mason,

Thank you for sharing your pitch with me. I’m excited to learn more about SenseiAI and how you are solving the problem of mentorship scalability. Based on your pitch, here is how I suggest you refine and structure it:

Pitching

  1. Intro: Start with your name, role, and your company’s logo and tagline. For example, "Hi, I’m Mason Lawlor, founder of SenseiAI, the scalable mentorship platform."
  2. Problem: Provide a brief context on the problem of mentorship scalability. Keep it succinct, as you plan to address the problem in your product demo.
  3. Product Demo: Use a specific example of how your product works to showcase the unique value proposition of SenseiAI. You could talk about how influential mentors like myself can set up their personalized coaching system in minutes, automating the mentorship process. Explain how users like you can subscribe to these mentors, set goals, and receive daily check-ins, all for $10/month. Emphasize the simplicity and effectiveness of the platform.
  4. Business Model: Clearly outline your business model. You mentioned beta subscriptions starting at $12/month and a 20% revenue sharing model. Provide clarity on how mentors and subscribers can monetize their involvement in SenseiAI.
  5. Traction: Highlight your early traction and revenue. Instead of using vague language like "soft-launched," mention that you have already gained 50 free users since your recent launch and generated $13k in revenue this year. Use charts or graphs to convey this data visually.
  6. Customers: Expand on your customer base and highlight your strengths. Showcase logos of important clients and any impressive growth rates or customer testimonials. A few slides dedicated to your customers will help build credibility.
  7. Competition: Address your competition by showcasing how SenseiAI differentiates itself from fictional AI coaches like Socra. Use a chart to compare features and benefits, with checkmarks indicating where SenseiAI stands out.
  8. Go-to Market: Describe your go-to-market strategy. Talk about how you will identify influential mentors, prepare their SenseiOS, and create a pipeline of potential subscribers. Emphasize that your onboarding process is easy, requiring zero effort from mentors. Mention your plans to create partnerships with existing teachers in the product, entrepreneur, and self-improvement space to accelerate growth.
  9. Roadmap: Present a roadmap to demonstrate how you plan to scale to $10M and $100M markets. Use a timeline to show the major milestones and outline your plans for expansion into different industries.
  10. Team: Provide a slide showcasing your team members, their names, titles, and relevant experience. Include logos of companies they have worked for, if applicable.

    Once you have refined your pitch based on the framework, I would like to further understand your business. Here are a few questions I have:

  11. How do you ensure the quality and expertise of mentors on your platform?
  12. How do you plan to attract mentors and convince them to join SenseiAI?
  13. What measures do you have in place to ensure high user engagement and satisfaction?
  14. Can you provide any specific examples of how SenseiAI has helped users achieve their goals?
  15. How do you plan to scale your platform and expand into different industries beyond the product, entrepreneur, and self-improvement space?
  16. Have you identified any potential challenges or risks that may impact your business’ growth? How do you plan to address them?

    I look forward to hearing your responses and learning more about SenseiAI. If you’re open to it, I would like to schedule a meeting to hear your pitch in person. Let me know when you’re available.

    Best regards,

    JCal

18 responses to “Scalable Mentorship with SenseiAI

  1. Amazon has a product development process called Working Backwards. The first step is building a press release. Could you take my pitch and build a press release for it?

    1. Subject: SenseiAI Launches Breakthrough Platform to Revolutionize Mentorship

      Hi Mason,

      Thank you for bringing up Amazon’s Working Backwards process. I think it’s a great approach to develop a clear and concise understanding of your product and its benefits. I’m happy to help you build a press release based on your pitch.

      Here’s a press release inspired by your pitch:

      For Immediate Release
      SenseiAI Launches Breakthrough Platform to Revolutionize Mentorship

      [City, Date] – SenseiAI, a pioneering company in mentorship scalability, announces the official launch of its innovative platform that empowers influential mentors and provides individuals with personalized coaching at scale.

      Mentorship has long been revered as a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. However, the limited time and availability of renowned mentors often restrict access to their invaluable guidance. SenseiAI aims to change that.

      With SenseiAI’s cutting-edge technology, influential mentors like renowned angel investor Jason Calacanis can now expand their reach and impact by setting up their personalized coaching system in just a matter of minutes. This technology automates the mentorship process, offering easy and efficient guidance to subscribers.

      Subscribers to SenseiAI gain exclusive access to their chosen mentors, enabling them to set goals, receive daily check-ins, and access personalized insights, all for an affordable monthly subscription of $10. This democratizes mentorship and opens doors for individuals seeking guidance, accountability, and accelerated growth.

      Mason Lawlor, the founder of SenseiAI, said, "Our platform brings together the expertise of influential mentors and the aspirations of individuals hungry for knowledge. We’re thrilled to launch SenseiAI and provide a revolutionary solution to the problem of mentorship scalability."

      SenseiAI’s key features include a user-friendly interface, customizable SenseiOS for mentors, automated coaching processes, and a seamless subscription model that allows mentors to monetize their expertise while providing immense value to subscribers.

      With over 50 users already benefiting from SenseiAI’s soft launch, the platform has generated $13k in revenue this year alone. Its rapid growth and early success have positioned SenseiAI as a leading player in the mentorship space within a short period.

      SenseiAI plans to scale to a $10M market by capturing the product, entrepreneur, and self-improvement sectors. In the near future, the company aims to expand its services to various promising industries, including education, health, and small businesses.

      Through strategic partnerships and a robust go-to-market approach, SenseiAI is poised to provide accessible and scalable mentorship solutions for individuals worldwide.

      If you would like to learn more about SenseiAI or request an interview with Mason Lawlor, please contact:

      Media Contact:
      Mason Lawlor
      Founder, SenseiAI
      Phone: [Phone Number]
      Email: [Email Address]

      I hope this press release captures the essence of SenseiAI’s value proposition and engages the interest of potential readers. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

      Best regards,

      JCal

  2. Based on the pitch, and it’s individual sections, could you provide me short and concise copy for a pitch deck? Each section will be it’s own slide. Keep the copy to a minimum, explain what other visuals could be tied to each slide, and provide the script that would be spoken during the pitch in bullet points.

    1. Subject: Creating a Concise Pitch Deck for SenseiAI

      Hi Mason,

      Absolutely! I’m here to help you craft a concise pitch deck for SenseiAI. Below, you’ll find each section of the pitch deck along with suggested copy, visuals, and bullets for the pitch script:

      Slide 1: Introduction
      Copy: SenseiAI – Scalable Mentorship Platform

      Slide 2: Problem
      Copy: The Challenge – Limited Time, Inadequate Guidance
      Visuals: Infographic showing a mentor juggling multiple mentees
      Pitch Script:

      • Introduce the problem of limited time and inadequate guidance faced by influential mentors
      • Emphasize the importance of mentorship for personal and professional growth

        Slide 3: Product Demo
        Copy: SenseiAI – Personalized Coaching at Scale
        Visuals: Screenshots showcasing the user interface and key features of SenseiAI
        Pitch Script:

      • Provide a specific example of how SenseiAI automates the mentorship process
      • Highlight how users can subscribe to mentors, set goals, and receive daily check-ins
      • Mention the affordability and effectiveness of the platform

        Slide 4: Business Model
        Copy: Monetize Expertise, Share Revenue
        Visuals: Revenue-sharing model diagram
        Pitch Script:

      • Explain the revenue-sharing model for mentors
      • Showcase how SenseiAI enables mentors to monetize their expertise and incentivizes their involvement

        Slide 5: Traction
        Copy: Impressive Early Results
        Visuals: Attractive charts showing user growth and revenue
        Pitch Script:

      • Highlight your early traction, mentioning the number of users gained and revenue generated
      • Use charts or graphs to visually present the growth and success of SenseiAI

        Slide 6: Customers
        Copy: Satisfied Users, Prominent Clients
        Visuals: Logos of successful and satisfied SenseiAI users
        Pitch Script:

      • Share testimonials or success stories from satisfied users
      • Showcase logos of any prominent clients or partners

        Slide 7: Competition
        Copy: SenseiAI vs Fictional AI Coaches
        Visuals: Comparison chart highlighting SenseiAI’s unique features
        Pitch Script:

      • Differentiate SenseiAI from fictional AI coaches like Socra
      • Emphasize the advantages and benefits of SenseiAI over competing solutions

        Slide 8: Go-to Market Strategy
        Copy: Seamless Onboarding, Strategic Partnerships
        Visuals: Illustration of a seamless onboarding process and partner logos
        Pitch Script:

      • Explain your go-to-market strategy, mentioning the seamless onboarding process for mentors
      • Discuss your plans to form strategic partnerships with existing teachers in relevant industries

        Slide 9: Roadmap
        Copy: Scaling to Success
        Visuals: Timeline showcasing the major milestones and expansion plans
        Pitch Script:

      • Present a roadmap outlining your journey to a $10M market and expansion into different industries
      • Mention the timeline for achieving these milestones

        Slide 10: Team
        Copy: Expert Team, Stellar Track Record
        Visuals: Headshots and short bios of core team members
        Pitch Script:

      • Introduce your team members and their relevant experience and expertise
      • Highlight any significant accomplishments or successful ventures of team members

        I hope this helps you create a compelling and concise pitch deck for SenseiAI. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

        Best regards,

        JCal

    1. Mason,

      Absolutely! I’d be happy to provide you with a paragraph explaining how SenseiAI can benefit entrepreneurs, while using the AIDA framework. Here’s the revised version:

      SenseiAI presents a game-changing opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking to enhance their journey to success. With SenseiAI, ambitious entrepreneurs can enter a collaborative partnership with influential mentors and receive personalized coaching at scale. By subscribing to a mentor through SenseiAI, entrepreneurs can set goals, receive daily check-ins, and gain valuable insights that help them navigate the challenges and uncertainties of building a business. SenseiAI acts as a trusted companion, providing valuable guidance, accountability, and a streamlined approach to self-improvement. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10, entrepreneurs can accelerate their growth and turn their vision into reality.

      I hope this paragraph captures the essence of how entrepreneurs can leverage SenseiAI to their advantage. Let me know if you need any further information or assistance!

      Best regards,

      JCal

    1. Mason,

      Certainly! I’d be happy to provide you with a paragraph explaining how SenseiAI can benefit employees. Here’s a revised version using the AIDA framework:

      SenseiAI empowers employees by connecting them with influential mentors and automating personalized coaching at scale. With SenseiAI, employees can unlock their full potential and gain invaluable guidance in their professional journey. By subscribing to a mentor through SenseiAI, employees can set career goals, receive daily check-ins, and access tailored insights that enable them to navigate their career path with confidence. SenseiAI acts as a trusted partner, offering expert advice, accountability, and strategic growth plans to accelerate their career trajectory. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10, employees can tap into the wisdom and experience of influential mentors, enhancing their skills and seizing new opportunities.

      I hope this paragraph captures the essence of how employees can leverage SenseiAI to enhance their professional growth. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

      Best regards,

      JCal

    1. Mason,

      Absolutely! I’d be happy to provide you with separate sections explaining how SenseiAI can benefit students and artists. Here are two revised versions using the AIDA framework:

      For Students:

      SenseiAI revolutionizes the educational journey for students of all disciplines. With SenseiAI, students gain access to influential mentors who can provide guidance, share industry insights, and foster personal growth. By subscribing to a mentor through SenseiAI, students can set academic goals, receive tailored check-ins, and access valuable resources that enhance their learning experience. SenseiAI acts as their academic companion, empowering students to navigate challenges, overcome obstacles, and achieve their full potential. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10, students can forge meaningful connections with mentors who provide the knowledge and support they need to thrive.

      For Artists:

      SenseiAI unleashes the creative potential within artists, helping them hone their craft and propel their careers to new heights. With SenseiAI, artists can connect with influential mentors who offer invaluable insights, inspire creativity, and guide them on their artistic journey. By subscribing to a mentor through SenseiAI, artists gain access to personalized coaching, constructive feedback, and tailored guidance that fosters artistic growth. SenseiAI acts as their creative companion, providing an environment that nurtures artistic expression and empowers artists to reach their full potential. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10, artists can tap into the wisdom and experience of influential mentors, unlocking new dimensions of their artistic journey.

      I hope these paragraphs capture the essence of how students and artists can leverage SenseiAI to enhance their educational and creative pursuits. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

      Best regards,

      JCal

    1. Mason,

      Absolutely! I’d be happy to provide you with separate sections explaining how SenseiAI can benefit writers and communities. Here are two revised versions:

      For Writers:

      SenseiAI empowers writers by connecting them with influential mentors who can offer valuable insights, guidance, and support throughout their writing journey. Whether aspiring authors, published professionals, or content creators, writers can subscribe to a mentor through SenseiAI for just $10 a month. Mentors offer personalized coaching, expert feedback, and industry knowledge to help writers refine their craft, develop compelling narratives, and overcome challenges. SenseiAI acts as a trusted companion, fostering growth, creativity, and confidence in writers. With this affordable subscription, writers gain access to a wealth of knowledge and experience, accelerating their writing careers and achieving literary success.

      For Communities:

      SenseiAI brings communities together by facilitating seamless connections and fostering vibrant engagement. Through SenseiAI, communities can access influential mentors who offer valuable guidance and personalized coaching tailored to community-specific goals. By subscribing to a mentor, community members can set objectives, receive daily check-ins, and access valuable resources that drive collaboration, personal growth, and collective achievements. SenseiAI acts as a catalyst, empowering communities to flourish, strengthen interpersonal bonds, and achieve shared goals. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10 per community member, communities can harness the power of mentors and transform into thriving networks of support and inspiration.

      I hope these adjusted sections provide a compelling overview of how SenseiAI can benefit writers and communities alike. Let me know if you have further questions or require additional assistance!

      Best regards,

      JCal

    1. Mason,

      Certainly! I’d be happy to provide you with three additional sections explaining how SenseiAI can benefit companies, mentors, and teachers. Here are the revised versions:

      For Companies:

      SenseiAI offers companies an innovative solution for enhancing employee growth and development. By subscribing to SenseiAI, companies empower their employees with personalized coaching from influential mentors. This fosters a culture of continuous learning, increases employee engagement and satisfaction, and drives professional advancement. Through SenseiAI, companies can ensure their employees receive tailored guidance and support to navigate their careers, set goals, and unlock their full potential. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10 per employee, SenseiAI becomes a valuable asset in building a skilled and motivated workforce.

      For Mentors:

      SenseiAI provides influential mentors with a platform to share their expertise, impact a greater audience, and monetize their knowledge. By joining SenseiAI, mentors can effortlessly connect with motivated individuals seeking their guidance. Through the platform, mentors can automate the mentorship process, set reasonable compensation terms, and enjoy a streamlined experience. Mentors gain access to a pool of eager learners, unlock new revenue streams, and expand their reach without the constraints of time and availability. Embrace the power of SenseiAI as a platform to make a lasting impact on aspiring individuals and build a reputation as a valuable mentor.

      For Teachers:

      SenseiAI brings a new dimension to the educational landscape by empowering teachers to extend their influence beyond the classroom. By leveraging SenseiAI, teachers can connect with students outside of regular school hours, providing personalized coaching and guidance. SenseiAI automates the process of setting goals, tracking progress, and offering timely feedback to each student. The platform acts as an extension of the teacher’s teaching strategies, reinforcing key concepts and fostering a comprehensive learning experience. Teachers can use SenseiAI to nurture students’ growth, address individual needs, and continuously engage in their educational journey. With SenseiAI, teachers become transformative mentors, igniting a passion for learning and empowering students to achieve their academic goals.

      I hope these adjusted sections provide a clear and concise overview of how SenseiAI can benefit companies, mentors, and teachers. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

      Best regards,

      JCal

    1. Mason,

      Certainly! I’d be happy to provide you with another section explaining how SenseiAI can benefit parents, as well as a list of other types of people who could benefit from the platform. Here are the revised versions:

      For Parents:

      SenseiAI empowers parents to become effective mentors for their children, providing a personalized coaching experience tailored to their child’s developmental needs. By subscribing to SenseiAI, parents gain access to expert guidance and resources that help them navigate the challenges of parenthood, enhance their parenting skills, and foster their child’s growth. With SenseiAI, parents can set goals, receive daily check-ins, and gain valuable insights that maximize their child’s potential. SenseiAI acts as a trusted ally, supporting parents in their journey to raise happy, successful, and well-rounded children. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10, parents can offer their child the advantage of personalized mentorship and guidance right from their own home.

      Other Types of People who could benefit from SenseiAI:

      1. Students: SenseiAI can provide academic guidance, support, and mentorship for students of all levels, helping them achieve their educational goals.
      2. Professionals: SenseiAI can offer career coaching, personalized feedback, and guidance for professionals seeking to advance their careers or make a career transition.
      3. Athletes: SenseiAI can provide sports-specific coaching, training plans, and mental guidance to help athletes perform at their best and achieve their athletic goals.
      4. Health Enthusiasts: SenseiAI can offer personalized health and wellness coaching, exercise programs, and nutrition guidance for individuals looking to improve their overall well-being.
      5. Actors and Performers: SenseiAI can provide acting coaching, audition preparation, and career guidance for actors and performers looking to enhance their craft and succeed in the industry.
      6. Non-profit Organizations: SenseiAI can offer guidance and mentorship to non-profit organizations, helping them streamline their processes, maximize their impact, and achieve their mission.
      7. Researchers: SenseiAI can provide research mentoring, guidance on experimental design, and analytical support for researchers in various fields.
      8. Small Business Owners: SenseiAI can offer entrepreneurial guidance, business planning, and strategies to help small business owners succeed and grow their ventures.
      9. Educators: SenseiAI can provide support and mentorship to educators, offering guidance on teaching methodologies, curriculum design, and student engagement techniques.
      10. Tech Enthusiasts: SenseiAI can offer mentorship, guidance, and resources for individuals interested in technology, programming, and IT careers, helping them navigate the industry and stay up-to-date with technological advancements.

        I hope these additional sections and the list of other potential beneficiaries provide further insight into the versatile applications of SenseiAI. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

        Best regards,

        JCal

    1. Mason,

      Absolutely! I’d be happy to provide you with a section explaining how SenseiAI can benefit products. Here’s a revised version:

      For Products:

      SenseiAI offers a unique opportunity for product owners and creators to enhance their offerings and drive success. By subscribing to SenseiAI, product owners can connect with influential mentors who can provide valuable guidance, feedback, and recommendations to improve their products. Whether it’s refining features, optimizing user experience, or exploring new markets, mentors through SenseiAI can offer insights that help products reach their full potential. With an affordable monthly subscription of just $10, product owners can tap into the expertise and knowledge of influential mentors, gaining a competitive edge and propelling product success.

      I hope this section captures the essence of how SenseiAI can benefit products. Let me know if there’s anything else I can assist you with!

      Best regards,

      JCal

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