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Every Month, Every Tier

What you get every month.

Every retainer tier includes three core deliverables — the only difference is depth and frequency.

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Monthly Strategy Calls
Dedicated 1:1 strategy sessions focused on your AI priorities, roadblocks, and next steps. You always know what to work on — and why. Calls are tailored to your workflows, not a generic agenda.
Prompt & Workflow Reviews
Submit your prompts, AI workflows, and processes for expert review. Get actionable feedback using the DESIGN™ framework so your AI actually performs — not just looks like it does.
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Discounted Workshops
Retainer clients receive priority access and exclusive discounts on all Better by Design workshops and training sessions — so your team can level up whenever you're ready to go deeper.
Pricing

Three tiers. One clear starting point.

All plans require a 3-month minimum commitment. Cancel anytime after that with 30 days notice. Not sure which tier fits? Book a discovery call — we'll figure it out together.

Starter
For Solopreneurs & Small Business Owners
$1,500
per month
  • 2 monthly strategy calls (60 min each)
  • Up to 3 prompt & workflow reviews per month
  • 15% discount on all workshops
  • Email support between sessions
  • Monthly AI tools & trends brief
3-month minimum · Cancel after with 30 days notice
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Premier
For Corporate Teams & Enterprise Organizations
$4,000
per month
  • 4 monthly strategy calls (60 min each)
  • Unlimited prompt & workflow reviews
  • 25% discount on all workshops
  • Priority email & Slack access
  • Monthly AI tools & trends brief
  • Quarterly AI roadmap review
  • Custom DESIGN™ framework implementation
3-month minimum · Cancel after with 30 days notice
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Is This Right for You?

The Advisory Retainer is a great fit if…

You're ready to move from experimenting with AI to actually using it consistently in your work and workflows.
You want an expert in your corner every month — not just at a one-time workshop that fades by Friday.
You need your prompts, workflows, or team processes reviewed by someone who understands both AI and people.
You want real frameworks, real accountability, and real progress — not generic advice you could Google yourself.
You lead a small business, nonprofit, or team that needs AI strategy without the cost of a full-time hire.
Ready to Start?
Not sure which
tier is right for you?

Book a free 30-minute discovery call. We'll talk through your goals, your team, and your current AI situation — and I'll tell you honestly which tier (if any) makes sense for where you are right now.

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Common Questions

Questions about the retainer.

What happens during a strategy call?
Each call is 60 minutes and focused entirely on your priorities that month. We might review a workflow you’re building, tackle a specific AI challenge, plan your next implementation phase, or pressure-test a prompt system. You set the agenda — I bring the expertise.
How do prompt and workflow reviews work?
You submit your prompts, AI setups, or workflow descriptions via email between calls. I review them using the DESIGN™ framework and send back specific, actionable feedback — usually within 48 hours. Think of it as having an expert editor for all your AI work.
What if I want to cancel after the 3-month minimum?
After your 3-month minimum, you can cancel anytime with 30 days written notice. No penalties, no pressure, no awkward conversations. The 3-month minimum exists because real transformation takes more than one month — not to trap you.
Is the Starter tier right for a very small business or solo operator?
Yes — the Starter tier was designed specifically for solopreneurs and small business owners. Two strategy calls a month plus prompt reviews is more than enough to make meaningful progress. Many solo operators find this replaces hours of trial-and-error every month.
I’m not sure I’m ready for a retainer yet. What should I do?
Book a free discovery call. There’s no commitment and no pitch. We’ll talk through where you are with AI, what you’re trying to accomplish, and I’ll tell you honestly whether a retainer makes sense or if you’d be better served by a workshop or Free Friday session first.
Do nonprofits get a different rate?
The Growth tier is positioned for nonprofits at $2,500/month. For organizations with very limited budgets, reach out directly — there may be flexibility, especially in exchange for a case study or testimonial once we’ve worked together.

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Your Strategist

Who you're working with.

Chiara Barden, AI Enablement Strategist
Chiara Barden
AI Enablement Strategist · Founder, Better by Design

Chiara Barden brings 20+ years of business leadership across HR, finance, nonprofits, education, and professional services — combined with deep, certified AI expertise. She has trained 500+ professionals on AI, built university partnerships with 30+ institutions, and created the proprietary DESIGN™ and DIRECT™ frameworks used in every retainer engagement.

When you're on retainer with Chiara, you get a strategist who knows your business, not a junior associate following a script.

10 Anthropic Certifications DESIGN™ Framework Creator DIRECT™ Framework Creator 500+ Professionals Trained 20+ Years Business Leadership