Income Systems Lab
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n8n

n8n is an open-source visual workflow builder — think Zapier without the per-task pricing. Drag nodes, connect APIs, run AI inside steps, and ship complex automations without code.

Self-host free / $20+
Pairs with: OpenAI, Sheets, Slack
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How to use it

  1. Self-host on a $5 VPS for unlimited workflow executions, or use n8n Cloud.
  2. Map each business process (lead → CRM → email → Slack) as a workflow.
  3. Drop an OpenAI/Claude node mid-workflow for classification, summarization, or generation.
  4. Use webhook triggers to connect Lovable apps and Tally forms.

Who it's for

  • Operators automating client delivery and back-office work.
  • Agencies replacing Zapier to cut $200+/mo in tooling.
  • Builders shipping AI agents that span multiple SaaS apps.

Benefits

  • Unlimited runs when self-hosted — no per-task ceiling.
  • AI nodes built in; agents are first-class citizens.
  • Code nodes for the 5% Zapier can't handle.

How it fits the stack

n8n is your glue layer. It connects Lovable, Stripe, Notion, your inbox, and your LLM of choice into one running business — the closest thing to an unattended back office.

Pairs with: OpenAI, Sheets, Slack

Example use cases

Lead enrichment

Tally form → n8n enriches with Perplexity → writes brief in Notion → pings Slack.

Content repurposing

New YouTube upload → transcribe → Claude rewrites into 5 LinkedIn posts → schedule.

Daily digest

Pull RSS + Twitter + emails → Claude summarizes → emails you at 7am.

Learn the whole stack — together.

n8n is one of five. The Lab teaches you to wire them into one income system.

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