Inside the AI Agent Workflow: What n8n Makes Possible for Non-Technical Builders with Chase Hannegan

Jul 10, 2025

Chase Hannegan, founder of Chase AI and former Marine Corps Osprey pilot, shares his journey from military aviation to becoming a viral sensation in AI. He reveals why n8n is his go-to platform for building scalable agents without coding. Chase explains the crucial differences between AI workflows and true agents, and how to sidestep tutorial overload for effective building. He also walks through his personal assistant agent and offers practical tips like starting with a 'minimum viable agent' to enhance productivity using AI.

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ANECDOTE

Military Pilot to AI Builder

Chase Hannegan transitioned from being a Marine Corps Osprey pilot to an AI builder with no traditional coding background.
His journey highlights the value of attention to detail and the willingness to be bad at something before getting good.

INSIGHT

Difference Between Agents and Workflows

AI agents differ from AI workflows by being dynamic and choosing tools autonomously.
Workflows are linear and repeat the same steps, while agents adapt based on the problem.

ADVICE

Overcome Intimidation and Learn Gradually

Overcome intimidation by starting small and learning the basics of web apps and software architecture.
Avoid YouTube tutorial overload; find trusted creators to guide your learning step-by-step.

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What do military aviation and AI workflows have in common? According to Chase Hannegan. founder of Chase AI, TikTok viral sensation and today’s guest on Future Craft, it’s all about precision, systems thinking, and being willing to suck at something new.

Chase went from Marine Corps Osprey pilot to TikTok-famous agent builder. He’s now helping thousands of creators and founders move from prompt experiments to real agent-powered execution—no coding required.

In this episode, we get into:

Why n8n is Chase’s go-to platform for building practical, scalable agents
The difference between AI workflows and true agents (and why most people get stuck)
How to avoid YouTube tutorial hell and actually learn to build with intelligence
A live walkthrough of Chase’s personal assistant agent (and how you can steal it)
What’s not ready for prime time (yet), and how to build trust into your stack

Whether you're a marketer, founder, or just AI-curious, Chase breaks down agent building in plain language—and shows that it's not about replacing people, but unlocking their time.

🛠 Tools & Mentions:

n8n (low-code workflow builder)
Tavily, Eleven Labs, Supabase, Lovable
Chase’s free GPT builder & assistant templates
The email agent that drafts your replies before you even open them

🎯 Try This:
Start with a “minimum viable agent”—something small that solves one annoying problem in your workflow. Then build from there.

🧠 Learn More from Chase:
Follow Chasei on TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram
Explore templates and workflows at Chase AI School

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Disclaimer

00:24 Meet Your Hosts: Ken and Erin

00:55 Ken's AI Workflow Journey

02:08 Erin's AI Innovations

02:56 Introducing Today's Guest: Chase Hannegan

03:59 Chase Hannegan's Background and AI Journey

05:06 From Military Aviation to AI Building

09:35 Understanding AI Agents vs. Workflows

13:16 Chase's Three-Phase System for AI Projects

18:26 Common Mistakes and Creative AI Solutions

24:27 Scam Stories and Gladiator Round Introduction

24:55 Building a Personal Assistant AI

25:48 Demonstrating AI Tools and Integration

29:09 Voice Interaction and Security Features

32:34 Encouragement for Beginners

34:55 Favorite Time-Saving Automations

43:26 Rapid Fire Questions and Insights

45:33 Final Thoughts and Takeaways

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About our Guest:

Chase Hannegan

Chase Hannegan is the driving force behind Chase AI, a hands‑on AI learning platform that helps entrepreneurs, creators, and non‑technical professionals harness AI tools—from building agents to automating workflows—through actionable guidance and ready‑to‑use prompt templates. Based in Chicago, he’s currently pursuing a dual MBA/MS in Computer Science at the University of Chicago, bringing a rare fusion of business acumen and technical fluency

As an educator, Chase publishes weekly insights on AI applications, app‑building strategies, and prompt engineering, backed by an engaged community on Instagram and TikTok under “AI Guides”.

His flagship Chase AI course delivers a 3‑step, non‑technical framework for building AI‑powered applications, with testimonials highlighting its accessibility and real‑world utility. He has also developed practical tools—like email automation, analytics dashboards, and conversational agents—that serve startups and SMEs with measurable impact across sectors.

Resources:

Chase’s website
@Chase_AI on Instagram, TikTok
Chase’s Community on Skool

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