The AI Ladder

Start small. Prove value. Scale what works

The AI Ladder helps Māori, Pacific, and values-led organisations choose the right next step with AI, based on context, readiness, governance needs, and capacity.

Whether you are exploring AI for the first time or preparing to implement practical systems, the Ladder gives you a clear pathway from early understanding to governed implementation.

  • Clarity fast – A clear next step, not more noise

  • Practical execution – Systems and workflows you can actually use

  • Confidence and trust – Relationship-first, culturally grounded delivery

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Your Path on the AI Ladder

Choose the right next step for your organisation

Not sure which step is right? The AI Ladder breaks the journey into clear stages, from early learning and quick wins through to governance-grade diagnostics and done-for-you implementation.

Each step is designed to help you make better decisions, reduce risk, and move at a pace that fits your context, capacity, and responsibilities.

  • Quick wins first – Start small, prove value, and build confidence

  • Clear progression – Move from diagnosis to implementation at the right pace

  • Governance-grade delivery – Keep decisions structured, documented, and sustainable

1. Learn & Build

Quick wins and practical resources to build momentum

Best for: People and teams who want practical resources to reduce admin, improve consistency, and start using AI in a way that is useful, safe, and sustainable.

  • $9.99

Save 10 Hours a Week with AI (Small Business Quick Start)

  • 18 files

A practical WHĀKĀ‑6 toolkit for solopreneurs and small teams. Includes 18 ready-to-use resources (guides, checklists, prompt packs, toolstacks, and roadmaps) to streamline marketing, admin, and customer support (including chatbot foundations). Start with quick wins, then build simple, repeatable AI systems.

  • $29.99

AI Implementation Accelerator System

  • 10 files

A 10-resource implementation bundle to help you roll out AI with confidence. Includes frameworks, playbooks, checklists, prompt packs, and chatbot readiness tools across four tracks (Plan, Systems, Support, Chatbots). Built for practical rollout - not theory. Full-file previews included. Non-refundable digital download.

2. Plan & Diagnose

Clarity, prioritisation, and a roadmap you can execute

Best for: Organisations that want to stop experimenting randomly and decide what to implement first, with governance, data safety, and practical value in mind.

  • Free

Free 15-Minute Strategy Consultation

A 15-minute fit check to understand your business, current AI work, and priorities. You'll leave with clarity on whether a deeper diagnostic makes sense, plus one concrete next step you can implement immediately. No obligation - designed to help you decide if working together is the right fit.

  • $299

AI Systems Consult (Strategic Implementation Session)

A 60‑minute strategic session to identify your highest‑value AI opportunities and create a practical action plan. You will receive priorities, tool recommendations, workflow guidance, and next steps across marketing, admin, customer support, and chatbots (if relevant). If you proceed to the AI Health Check within 14 days, your $299 consult fee is credited towards the Health Check investment.

  • $750

Practical AI Snapshot

A short, high-level review to understand how AI is currently being used, where AI or digital systems may safely help, and what needs care. Includes a pre-snapshot form, 60-75 minute kōrero / talanoa, and a short report with first practical priorities, built on the WHĀKĀ-6 Framework™.

  • $5,000 or 2 monthly payments of $2,650

AI Health Check - Governance-Grade Diagnostic & 90-Day Roadmap

A governance‑grade diagnostic and 90‑day roadmap. We assess your business, identify AI opportunities, model ROI, compare tools, and deliver a phased plan you can execute with confidence. Includes a detailed report and handover call – built on the WHĀKĀ‑6 Framework™.

3. Implement & Scale

Done-for-you setup to deploy workflows and systems

Best for: Organisations ready to implement practical AI workflows once priorities, risks, and responsibilities are clear.

  • $799 or 2 monthly payments of $449.50

Done-for-You AI Automation Setup

One high‑impact automation workflow implemented for your business. Includes kickoff call, intake, end‑to‑end setup, testing, and handover notes/SOP. Typical delivery is 10–14 business days after intake and access are confirmed, plus 7 days post‑launch support for fixes and small adjustments.

  • $1,499 or 2 monthly payments of $849.50

AI Growth System (Done-for-You)

A connected set of AI and automation workflows built for your business. Includes kickoff call, required intake, end‑to‑end setup, testing, and handover notes/SOP. Designed to reduce manual work and improve consistency across marketing, admin, and customer support (including chatbots if relevant).

The AI Ladder

Start Small. Prove Value. Scale What Works.

Choose the right next step – from quick wins to governance‑grade diagnostics and done‑for‑you implementation.

  • $9.99

Save 10 Hours a Week with AI (Small Business Quick Start)

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  • 18 files

Practical workflows to reduce admin and build momentum. Includes 18 ready-to-use resources (guides, checklists, prompt packs, toolstacks, and roadmaps) for marketing, admin, and customer support.

  • $29.99

AI Implementation Accelerator System

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  • 10 files

A 10‑resource implementation bundle to help you roll out AI with confidence. Includes frameworks, playbooks, checklists, prompt packs, and chatbot readiness tools across Plan, Systems, Support, and Chatbots - built for practical implementation, not theory.

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