7 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
The only course that teaches People and Operations leaders to build AI-powered automations that actually deliver ROI
7 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
The only course that teaches People and Operations leaders to build AI-powered automations that actually deliver ROI
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Course overview
🔥 The Problem (Why This Matters Now)
You're Drowning in Manual Work While Others Are Scaling Intelligently.
👉 Every day you're losing ground. While you're stuck copying data between spreadsheets, duplicating documents in google drive, and manually tracking processes that should run themselves, your competitors are building automated systems that:
✅ Save 10-20 hours per week on routine operations
✅ Scale well without proportional headcount increases
✅ Reduce errors by 90% through intelligent automation
✅ Deliver 300%+ ROI within the first 180 days
The gap between manual operations and automated excellence is widening every week.
👀 The question isn't whether you'll automate, it's whether you'll lead the transformation or get left behind.
The Hidden Cost of "Simple" Manual Processes
- That "quick" weekly report you compile? It's costing you $18,000 annually.
- That onboarding checklist you manage manually? $25,000 per year in hidden costs.
- Those approval workflows running through email? $40,000 in delayed decisions and missed opportunities.
Most People and Operations leaders underestimate the true cost of manual processes by 400%.
They see the 30 minutes, not the compounding effects of delays, errors, and opportunity costs.
💪 The Solution:
⚡️ The Only Course That Teaches Problem-First Automation for People and Operations Leaders - we focus on using a product approach.
💪 Build Mode isn't another "tools training" course. It's the strategic approach that transforms how you think about operations, backed by hands-on building that delivers immediate ROI.
You'll learn the exact methodology that I use to help leaders at scaling companies:
😇 Save 20+ hours per week through intelligent automation
🔥 Reduce manual errors by 95% with AI-powered workflows
💪 Reduce reliance on new headcount and focus on the strategic leverage
What You'll Master in 6 Weeks
🔍 Week 1: Strategic Foundation - From Problems to Automation Opportunities
- Master the Problem-First methodology for identifying high-ROI automation opportunities
- Build business cases that leadership actually approves
- Create your personal automation roadmap with clear priorities
- Develop confidence in approaching new technologies systematically
🧠 Week 2: AI Building Blocks - Prompts, Agents & Data Intelligence
- Advanced prompting techniques specifically for People/Operations use cases
- Build custom GPTs for repeatable business processes
- Master data extraction, transformation, and intelligent routing
- Create AI-powered micro-agents for common operational tasks
🛠️ Week 3: n8n Foundations - Building Your First Automated Workflows
- Master n8n fundamentals through hands-on People/Operations examples
Connect your actual business tools and systems
- Build, test, and deploy your first automated workflows
- Learn debugging and optimization techniques that prevent costly failures
⚡ Week 4: Advanced Automations - Multi-System Integration & Data Intelligence
- Create complex workflows that span multiple business systems
- Implement AI-powered decision making and intelligent routing
- Build automated reporting and insights dashboards
- Master data transformation without technical complexity
🤖 Week 5: Custom AI Agents & Advanced Use Cases
- Design and build a small custom AI agent for a specific business function or task
- Implement advanced patterns: approval workflows, escalation systems, SLA management
- Master security, privacy, and compliance in automated systems
- Create self-monitoring and self-improving workflows
🚀 Week 6: Scaling & Optimization - Building a Sustainable Automation Practice
- Present your capstone automation project solving a real business problem
- Design change management strategy for organizational adoption
- Build internal training and comms
- Create long-term automation roadmaps and ROI projections
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People Operations Directors and VPs who need to scale their function without proportional headcount increases
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HR Business Partners and Generalists who want to move from administrative tasks to strategic value creation by automating routine processes.
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Operations Managers and Leaders responsible for cross-functional processes who are tired of manual coordination and ready to build systems
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Chief of Staff and Strategic Operations professionals who need to optimize organizational efficiency and want to demonstrate measurable ROI
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Fractional HR Leaders who need to do more with less and want to build scalable operations from the beginning rather than retrofitting
Spend more than 5 hours per week on repetitive tasks that could be automated
Manage processes that touch multiple systems and require manual coordination
Are ready to invest time in learning to save exponentially more time later
Immediate Business Impact
Strategic Capabilitie
Technical Mastery
Long-term Value
Live sessions
Learn directly from Matt Bradburn in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
6 Live Workshop Sessions (75 minutes each)
Interactive learning directly from Matt Bradburn, with real-time problem solving and hands-on building exercises
Weekly Office Hours
Get personalized feedback on your automation projects, troubleshoot technical challenges, and discuss implementation strategies with me
Comprehensive Learning Materials
12 Instructional Videos (20 minutes each) Deep-dive tutorials with techniques, real-world case studies, and step-by-step implementations
Capstone Project
Present a fully-functional automation system with ROI analysis, security considerations, and scaling plan, your proof of mastery and busines
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
7 live sessions • 24 lessons • 6 projects
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Problem-First Methodology (Not Tool-First)
Start with business impact, not shiny tools. You'll master the framework that identifies which processes to automate first for maximum ROI, building confidence in your strategic decisions.
Built for People/Operations Leaders (Not Engineers)
Every example, template, and use case is designed specifically for People and Operations functions. No generic business automation. This is laser-focused on your world.
Hands-On Building (Not Just Theory)
80% practical application with expert guidance at every step. You'll build real working automations that solve actual problems in your organization, not theoretical examples.
ROI-Driven from Day One
Every automation you build includes business case development and ROI tracking. You'll speak the language of business impact, not just technical capabilities.
Leadership Buy-In Mastery
Learn the frameworks that get skeptical leadership to say "yes" to automation initiatives, including budget approval and resource allocation strategies.
Abigail
Rakhee
HR Technology Expert | AI Automation Strategist | Former Consulting Firm Founder
I built and sold a People Operations consulting firm after helping hundreds of organisations scale their teams and processes.
Now I focus exclusively on the intersection of AI and People Operations, teaching leaders to build automation systems that deliver measurable business impact.
This is my THIRD maven course now 💪
If you want the beginner version: CHECK HERE
Why I Created This Course:
"I watched too many talented People and Operations leaders get stuck in manual processes while their engineering colleagues built automated solutions. This course gives you the same strategic thinking and practical skills, tailored specifically for our domain."
My Background:
Teaching Philosophy:
"Automation isn't about replacing humans it's about amplifying human potential. I teach you to build systems that handle the routine work so you can focus on the strategic, creative, and relationship-building work that only humans can do."
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Active hands-on learning
This course builds on live workshops and hands-on projects
Interactive and project-based
You’ll be interacting with other learners through breakout rooms and project teams
Learn with a cohort of peers
Join a community of like-minded people who want to learn and grow alongside you
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