Published by BrandForge · 2026-06-08 · 9 min
Stage 0: validate
No paid proof yet → Blueprint $300–500.
Logo, lander, funnel structure in 1–2 weeks.
Stage 1: automate ops
Manual handoffs eating hours → Automator $1.5k–3k/mo.
Three active workflows max — see /portfolio/ops-flow-dashboard/.
Stage 2: ship product
Need features monthly → MVP Engine $5k/mo.
CarSpotLive-scale apps quoted separately if larger.
Community + AI
Discord + bots + video pipelines → AI & Community $7.5k/mo.
/for/gaming-server-owners/ for community proof.
Full squad
Design + dev + growth concurrently → Full-Stack $10k+/mo.
Three dedicated work streams.
Compare tables
/packages/ comparison table — copy into your brief.
Delivery timeline on same page.
When packages break
Bespoke multi-quarter builds → mxstermind.com.
BrandForge stays bounded and fast.
Next step
Message tier name on Discord — quote in 24h.
Mention this article for faster routing.
Questions operators ask
Most popular tier?
Automator for ops-heavy operators — badge on /packages/.
Can I switch tiers?
Yes — quote new scope when needs change.
Rush delivery?
Quoted separately — overnight possible for forum clients.
Compare deliverables?
/packages/ table + home delivery matrix.