Introduction

Mark Kashef transformed a Fiverr side project into a full-service AI consultancy that helps businesses implement prompt engineering strategies at scale. His agency, Prompt Advisers, now generates between $1.5 million and $2 million annually, with a strong emphasis on education rather than just execution.

What Happened

Kashef launched Prompt Advisers just days after ChatGPT debuted in 2022, quickly ranking at the top of Fiverr for prompt engineering. Early success attracted media attention and a growing YouTube audience, turning a solo side project into a small team. He deliberately shifted the business model from heavy custom development to a hybrid of consulting and education, prioritizing stability as AI tools evolve rapidly.

Why This Matters

As AI becomes more accessible, the real bottleneck for most organizations is not technology, its preparation. Kashef emphasizes that businesses must clean their internal systems, standardize processes, and understand compliance requirements before scaling AI solutions. His approach shows that sustainable growth comes from empowering teams, not just delivering one-off projects.

Key Takeaways

  • Prompt engineering rates jumped from $10 per prompt to hundreds for multi-page packages as demand surged.
  • The agency now runs 70% consulting and education, 30% custom development, a pivot toward greater stability.
  • Kashefs three-sentence framework clean your back office ensure systems communicate know your compliance requirements applies to any business size.
  • Claude Code and similar tools are usable by non-technical users when the mental barrier of thinking you are not a coder is removed.
  • Revenue is projected between $1.5 million and $2 million this year with higher profit margins than the previous fiscal year.

Conclusion

Building an AI-powered business isnt about chasing every new model or tool. Its about laying the groundwork teaching the team and knowing where to invest. Kashefs journey shows that starting small staying disciplined and focusing on systems over shortcuts is the surest path from a single Fiverr gig to a thriving AI consultancy.