💡 I tested this new AI agent...

Hey there!

I've just emerged from a rabbit hole testing Manus AI, and I'm still recovering. Let me share what I discovered, because I think it changes the game for anyone building or contemplating a one-person business.

Hello Manus AI

Last week, I finally got my beta invite to Manus AI. I decided to test it against a most common business challenge: finding qualified leads for a business.

Within 20 minutes, Manus had:

• Created a complete dashboard of targeted leads

• Gathered company descriptions and websites

• Found contact information for decision-makers

• Generated a customized outreach email template

A task that would have taken anyone days was handled while I made coffee. And that was just the beginning.

As I continued testing, I discovered Manus could:

• Build functioning websites and apps without code

• Create interactive courses with animations

• Analyze social media sentiment across platforms

• Develop complete digital products ready to sell

What makes it different from ChatGPT or Claude? Manus doesn't just suggest what to do—it actually does it. It plans the steps, executes them across the web, and delivers finished results.

Why This Is a Game-Changer for Side Questers

Here's what excites me most: while corporations use AI to optimize existing processes, solopreneurs can use these same tools to create entirely new business models that:

• Scale with minimal overhead

• Generate income 24/7

• Need just ONE person to operate

The gap between the traditional career path and the "side quest" of building a freedom-based business is widening daily, but in our favor.

Start Now (Even Without Manus)

You don't need to wait for Manus AI access to begin. The principles apply with tools you already have:

1. Watch my latest video where I am testing Manus AI - See exactly how I generated those leads and what else is possible

2. Start with the AI you have - ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, or Gemini can get you started today

3. Pick ONE task to try our - Research competitors, create content, or analyze market trends

And remember: While everyone else debates whether AI will take their job, you can build something that makes having a job optional.

Your AI Solopreneur Bestie,

P.S. Manus is still in closed beta, but you can get on the waitlist. Not ready? Start with what you have—the most important step is just beginning!

That's all for this week! I'd love to hear your thoughts—hit reply and let me know what resonated or what you’d like more of next week.

P.S.: Remember, you're not late—you're right on time. Let's start building!

Your AI Bestie,
Elena Kell