The One-Person AI Tech Stack

Learning Objectives Know exactly which AI tools to use as a solopreneur and why Build a complete tech stack for under $50 per month Avoid the subscription trap while getting maximum capability The Solopreneur Stack Philosophy Large companies build complex tech stacks with dozens of specialized tools. Solopreneurs need the opposite: a minimal stack with maximum versatility. Every tool should earn its place by being used at least 3 times per week. If it does not, cancel it. The goal is a stack that handles: client work, marketing, research, communication, and administration — for under $50 per month total. The Recommended Stack Tier 1: Essential (Under $25/Month) One AI Chatbot — $0 to $20/month This is your primary tool. It handles 70% of your AI use: drafting, research, brainstorming, review, and analysis. Our recommendation for solopreneurs: Start with the free tier of whichever chatbot you prefer. Most solopreneurs can get significant value from the free tier alone. Upgrade to paid only when you hit the usage limits multiple times per week. One Productivity Suite AI — $0 (included with existing subscription) You are already paying for either Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace. Turn on the AI features: Microsoft 365 Copilot — AI in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams Google Workspace AI — AI in Docs, Sheets, Slides, Gmail, Meet These are included with your existing subscription or available as a low-cost add-on. Since you already use these tools daily, the AI features deliver value with zero additional workflow change. Tier…