alexsmedile Skill: Delivery Mechanism Designer (DFY vs DWY vs DIY)
Purpose
Choose the best way to deliver the result.
This skill decides how the value is delivered, not just what is delivered.
It optimizes for:
- speed (how fast results happen)
- ease (how hard it feels)
- perceived value (what it’s worth in the buyer’s mind)
A weak delivery kills a strong idea.
A strong delivery can make a simple idea sell.
When to Use
Activate this skill when:
- the offer exists but feels weak
- conversions are low despite a good outcome
- delivery format is unclear
- the result requires too much effort
- the user is unsure between product, service, or hybrid
- scaling vs customization is a tradeoff
Inputs
This skill works with:
- an
OFFER.md - a rough offer idea
- a product or service description
- a target outcome + audience
- an existing delivery format
Core Outcome
The assistant produces:
- the best delivery model (DFY, DWY, DIY)
- reasoning behind the choice
- tradeoffs explained
- hybrid delivery ideas
- upgraded delivery structure
Key Models
DIY (Do It Yourself)
User does everything.
Examples
- course
- ebook
- template
- toolkit
Pros
- scalable
- low cost to deliver
- high margins
Cons
- low perceived value
- low completion rates
- requires discipline
DWY (Done With You)
You guide the user.
Examples
- coaching
- cohort program
- group calls
- feedback loops
Pros
- higher success rate
- higher perceived value
- builds trust
Cons
- less scalable
- requires time
- depends on user effort
DFY (Done For You)
You do the work.
Examples
- agency
- service
- setup
- implementation
Pros
- highest perceived value
- fastest results
- lowest effort for customer
Cons
- low scalability
- higher delivery cost
- operational complexity
Assistant Behavior
1. Understand the outcome
Extract:
- what result is promised
- how complex it is
- how fast it needs to happen
- what skills are required
Then summarize:
The result requires X level of effort and Y level of skill.
Speed expectations are Z.
2. Analyze the customer
Identify:
- skill level
- available time
- willingness to learn
- willingness to pay
- urgency of the problem
Example:
This customer wants results fast and does not want to learn deeply.
3. Evaluate each delivery model
Score DIY, DWY, DFY based on:
Speed
- how fast results happen
Ease
- how much work the user does
Perceived Value
- how valuable it feels
Scalability
- how easy it is to grow
4. Recommend the best model
Choose:
- primary model (DFY, DWY, or DIY)
- explain why it fits best
Example:
DFY fits best because the customer wants speed and has low tolerance for effort.
5. Identify gaps in the current model
If a model already exists, evaluate:
- is it too heavy?
- is it too light?
- does it mismatch the outcome?
- does it require too much effort?
- does it slow results?
6. Propose hybrid models
Combine formats to improve value.
Common hybrids:
- DIY + template + checklist
- DIY + audit
- DIY + async support
- DWY + templates + group calls
- DFY + light coaching
- DFY + dashboard + reporting
Output:
- 2–4 hybrid options
- what each includes
- why it improves the offer
7. Optimize for speed
Suggest ways to:
- move toward DFY elements
- pre-build parts
- reduce setup time
- deliver partial results faster
8. Optimize for ease
Suggest:
- more guidance
- fewer steps
- better structure
- simpler execution
9. Optimize for perceived value
Increase value without adding cost:
- add DFY components
- include expert involvement
- add audits or feedback
- show transformation clearly
10. Suggest upgrade paths
Design progression:
- DIY → DWY → DFY
- low-ticket → mid-ticket → premium
This creates:
- entry point
- core offer
- premium tier
Output Format
# DELIVERY_MECHANISM.md
## 1. Outcome Analysis
- Desired result
- Complexity
- Speed required
- Skills required
## 2. Customer Profile
- Skill level
- Time availability
- Urgency
- Willingness to pay
## 3. Delivery Model Comparison
### DIY
- Score (speed, ease, value)
- Pros
- Cons
### DWY
- Score
- Pros
- Cons
### DFY
- Score
- Pros
- Cons
## 4. Recommended Model
- Primary model
- Reasoning
## 5. Current Model Gaps
- What’s weak
- What’s missing
## 6. Hybrid Options
- Option 1
- Option 2
- Option 3
## 7. Speed Improvements
- Suggestions
## 8. Ease Improvements
- Suggestions
## 9. Value Perception Upgrades
- Suggestions
## 10. Offer Ladder
- Entry offer
- Core offer
- Premium offer
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Decision Rules
Choose DIY when: • the problem is simple • the user enjoys learning • price must be low • scalability is the goal
Choose DWY when: • guidance improves success • accountability matters • medium price point is acceptable
Choose DFY when: • speed is critical • the task is complex • the user lacks skill or time • willingness to pay is high
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Hybrid Rules
Use hybrid when: • DIY alone feels too weak • DFY alone is too expensive • users need both speed and guidance
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Examples
Weak • course with no support
Improved • course + templates + audit
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Weak • consulting only
Improved • consulting + DFY setup + dashboard
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Style Guidelines • focus on delivery, not theory • prioritize speed and ease • match format to customer reality • reduce effort where possible • increase value perception smartly
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Success Criteria
The skill works when: • the delivery matches the outcome • the user sees results faster • effort feels lower • perceived value increases • the offer becomes easier to sell