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July 23, 2025 46 mins
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Disclaimer: The AI Paycheck Podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide financial, investment, or legal advice. Please consult a professional before making decisions based on our content.Welcome to AI Paycheck! In this groundbreaking episode, host Raje sits down with the visionary Connor Hayes, who has generated an incredible $200,000 in profit over the last 18 months by doing something truly unique: designing and selling physical board games powered by artificial intelligence. If you've ever dreamed of a passive income stream without needing design skills or massive upfront costs, this is your blueprint!
Connor unveils why now is the perfect time to enter the thriving $15 billion global board game market. People are craving tactile experiences away from screens, and AI has dramatically slashed development time from a year to a single week. Imagine transforming your idea into a tangible product almost overnight!
Dive deep into Connor's "AI Design Stack," revealing the exact tools he uses:
  • ChatGPT-4 for brainstorming killer themes, unique mechanics, and comprehensive rules – from "gardening heist" concepts to playable ideas.
  • Midjourney to effortlessly create stunning box art, vibrant cards, and engaging game boards with specific stylistic prompts like "1960s spy thriller, muted colors."
  • Canva to format everything perfectly for print using intuitive drag-and-drop templates.
  • Tabletop Simulator on Steam for rapid digital playtesting with volunteers, allowing real-time rule adjustments.

Discover the secret to zero-cost production through print-on-demand. Connor shares how platforms like The Game Crafter and BoardGamesMaker handle printing and shipping, meaning you hold no inventory. You're the profitable middleman, keeping a significant cut of each sale (e.g., $15 profit on a $30 game).
Learn how to dominate micro-niches and find dedicated buyers. Connor shares his strategy, from selling 500 copies of "Paws & Plans" to Facebook dog groups, to using Trello for tracking niche ideas and AnswerThePublic to uncover what people are actively searching for. Get ready to optimize your Etsy and Amazon listings with SEO phrases like "solo play board games" and "30-minute family games."
Finally, unlock the power of automated marketing. Connor reveals how free Print-and-Play versions on Reddit, targeted TikTok ads (a $50 spend generated $165 profit!), and a simple Carrd website can drive sales without daily grind. Plus, understand crucial legal tips like never copying existing mechanics and using Glaze to watermark your AI art.
Connor also answers crucial listener questions:
  • Start with under $100 – your first prototype costs just $25!
  • Begin with card games (18-36 cards) for fast design and low print costs.
  • Scale your profits by repurposing assets for merchandise like mugs and T-shirts.

This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to tap into the AI side hustle revolution. Connor's ultimate takeaway? Start small, validate your idea with a $5 Print-and-Play, and if 50 people download it, you've found your market. Don't miss this opportunity to turn your creative ideas into a profitable reality with AI!

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